Here are some of our favorite places to visit on the web, when we’re looking for inspiration, advice, or expertise. Do you have a link or two we should consider adding to our list? Drop us a line.
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The American Institute of Architects
Based in Washington, D.C., the AIA has been the leading professional membership association for licensed architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners since 1857.
http://www.aia.org
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers advances technology to serve humanity and promote a sustainable world. Membership is open to any person associated with the field.
http://www.ashrae.org/
Building Commissioning Association
The Building Commissioning Association (BCA) is an international non-profit organization that serves as the recognized authority and resource on commissioning. Membership is made up of professionals from all across the commercial buildings industry who maintain the highest standards and practices for the commissioning process.
https://www.bcxa.org/index.htm
National Institute of Building Sciences | The Whole Building Design Guide
“The gateway to up-to-date information on integrated ‘Whole Building’ Design techniques and technologies.”
http://www.wbdg.org/index.php
PECI (Portland Energy Conservation, Inc.)
Since 1980, PECI has worked with its partners to push the boundaries of energy efficiency, opening new markets and teaming up with some of the best minds in the industry toward a common goal: the practical delivery of innovative energy-efficiency solutions.
http://www.peci.org/
US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) | Green Building
This site includes basic information about green building and its components, funding opportunities, awards programs, FAQs and links to other valuable resources.
http://www.epa.gov/greenbuilding
US Green Building Council
A 501(c)(3) non-profit community of leaders working to make green buildings available to everyone within a generation.
http://www.usgbc.org