Master Series: Overview of the New York City Energy Conservation Code and Forensic Assessment of Bui
Tuesday, November 15, 2015: Overview of the New York City Energy Conservation Code and Forensic Assessment of Building Envelope (manual and online resource included) - 9:30am to 11:30am
The New York City Council recently approved two important Amendments to Local Law 86, both solid steps toward Mayor de Blasio’s quest for New York City to emerge as the global leader in sustainability and resiliency. Steps as outlined in the One City, Built to Last Plan developed by the Office of Long Term Planning and Sustainability. The amendments call for increased use and plan for lower energy intensity methodologies, phasing in Passivehaus standards in all New York City capital projects.
Class Objectives:
Forensic look at the Building Envelope
Building Mechanical Systems
Preparation for Inspections
New Construction
Existing Buildings
Historic and Landmark Buildings
Amendment to Local Law 86 which covers upgrade of energy and building standards, phasing in Passive House for capital projects
Overview of Local Law 91, NYC's New Energy Conservation Code and the most Pressing Immediate Actions
Forward looking Energy Conservation Measures
A Closer Look at the Top Three (3) Methodologies used in New York
The City's Call for increased participation of MWBEs