Editor's Note

Welcome to Sustainable Facility's eNews for June 2009

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Sustainable Facility Managing Editor

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News

BOMA International Launches Building Designation Program
The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) International announced the launch of the BOMA 360 Performance Program, a new program designed to recognize commercial properties that demonstrate best practices in building operations and management.

GBCI Begins Testing for New LEED Credentials
The Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) began testing candidates who wish to pursue the new LEED Green Associate credential or the new LEED Accredited Professional (AP) Operations and Maintenance (O+M) credential.

Building Owners, Others Weigh Risks Associated with Green Building
A new report from a leading insurance broker and risk advisor found that despite the mounting enthusiasm for green-built and LEED-certified projects, the potential risks associated with them may be significant but construction project participants are not sure how best to manage these risks.

First Detroit Building Receives LEED-EB: O&M Certification
Transwestern's Detroit office announced that the Long Lake Crossing building located at 1301 West Long Lake Road in Troy, Mich., has been awarded LEED certification under the U.S. Green Building Council's LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance (LEED-EB O&M).

FSC-Certified Bamboo Now Qualifies for LEED Credit MRc7
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) on April 22 ruled that Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified bamboo plywood and flooring can now be included in calculations under Credit MRc7: Certified Wood, for projects seeking LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification.

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New White Paper on Wind Resource Site Assessment

A new white paper from Onset provides project managers and others involved in small- to moderate-scale wind energy projects with details on how data loggers are used to evaluate wind resources. It helps simplify the equipment selection process by providing tips and guidance on choosing the right data loggers, sensors and other components for your project.  Click here to download the free white paper.

AEC Store Corner

**NEW** DCD Green Library on CD - $54.95

A comprehensive project library on CD-ROM of LEED and Sustainable Building Costs is now available. The DCD Green Library includes 59 projects along with informative articles and DCD cost guides on green building. Projects are organized by building type and escalated to January 2009 and January 2010.

Also included on the CD-ROM is D4COST Express -- a simple-to-use cost modeling software to cost-model any of the projects included to the reader's bid date and location. Readers can go further and change the  square footage of any project plus adjust the CSI Division line items to further customize their model. CLICK HERE for more information.

Visit AECStore.com to view all of our products for the AEC Industry.

Products

Energy Monitoring Systems Linked to Real-Time Energy Display Software
Bourne, Mass. -- Onset Computer Corporation announced that the company's Web-based HOBO U30 Remote Monitoring Systems are now compatible with NorthWrite, Inc.'s Energy Expert software platform. According to the company, the Energy Expert software converts raw building energy and environmental data collected with HOBO U30 Systems into graphical "smart models" that predict building energy consumption. The information, delivered via the Web, provides building managers, energy service consultants and others with real-time feedback on building energy use. www.onsetcomp.com and www.northwrite.com.

New Line of Solar Roof Systems
Moon Township, Pa. -- SolarCrest, from CENTRIA, is a line of solar roof systems that are manufactured using CENTRIA's Versapanelfoam composite roof panels, which provide a complete roofing system. SolarCrest is also available on CENTRIA's standing seam roof panels.Because of its thin film technology and integrated design, SolarCrest is lightweight for easy installation and helps to reduce building and labor costs because on-site assembly is not required, the company reports. www.centria.com.

Featured Events

West Coast Energy Management Congress (EMC) , June 10-11, 2009, Long Beach, Calif. The Association of Energy Engineers presents the West Coast Energy Management Congress 2009. The show is designed to help end users, business leaders and energy managers find solutions to control their energy costs, improve power reliability, upgrade existing systems and equipment, explore renewable energy options, and leverage financing and performance contracting options to implement new and retrofit projects. At the West Coast EMC 2009 you can explore an array of technologies showcased in the expo hall by leading companies and talk with experts face to face to discuss your unique application needs. View complete details at www.energyevent.com.

BOMA International Annual Conference & The Office Building Show , June 28-30, Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia. Maximizing a building's performance is a number one priority today. But how do you demonstrate the ROI on your sustainable programs or determine what strategies are best for you? At the BOMA Conference and The Office Building Show you'll learn from the people who are implementing green and delivering results. At The Office Building Show, featuring the Green Pavilion and ENERGY STAR Showcase, you'll see the products and meet the service providers that have the solutions you need to maintain a high-performance building. And, you don't need to be a member to attend. Learn more at www.bomaconvention.org.

Healthcare Facilities Symposium & Expo, September 30-October 2, Navy Pier, Chicago.The Healthcare Facilities Symposium & Expo, now in its 22nd year, is the original event that brings together the entire team who designs, plans, constructs and manages healthcare facilities. HFSE focuses on how the physical space directly impacts the staff, patients & their families and the delivery of healthcare. Sustainable Facility Subscribers : Save 20 percent on your full conference pass or get your free expo pass! Use Source Code HFEG9P when registering at www.hcarefacilities.com.

Next Product Focus

The Product Focus section of Sustainable Facility's September print issue will feature:

• Software and Web-based Tools
• Building Controls and Automation Systems
• Plumbing Fixtures

Send your case studies, projects, stories, products and comments to Derrick Teal.

Future product focuses are found in Sustainable Facility's Editorial Calendar, which is available online.