Energy Modeling Projects
Our energy modeling services help clients achieve energy efficiency goals, comply with local and federal energy codes, and earn LEED certification credits by exceeding the baseline requirements of ASHRAE 90.1. Through detailed energy analysis and system optimization, we deliver measurable operational savings and sustainable building performance.
University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center
Project Size: 750,000 SF (69,677 m²)
Project Overview
A large-scale hospital consisting of inpatient and outpatient facilities, triage, cafeteria, and operational support areas.
Services Provided
- Energy modeling for LEED certification
- Lighting system analysis
- HVAC system optimization
- Equipment energy analysis
Project Highlights
- Achieved LEED Silver Certification
- Earned 14 Optimized Energy Performance Credits
- Generated $1,681,825 in projected operational cost savings
- Helped secure $2 Million BG&E incentive for the Combined Heat & Power System
- Designed with high-efficiency chillers, condensing boilers, and CHP equipment
MedImmune Administration & Research Campus
Project Size: 887,590 SF (82,459 m²)
Project Overview
A six-building office and laboratory campus located in Gaithersburg, Maryland.
Services Provided
- Whole-campus energy modeling
- HVAC payback analysis
- Air-side and water-side control optimization
Project Highlights
- Evaluated economizer reset strategies
- Optimized static pressure and chilled water reset controls
- Supported HVAC system resizing based on occupancy changes
- Improved long-term operational efficiency
The ARC West
Project Overview
Commercial building focused on innovative sustainable design.
Services Provided
- Lighting energy analysis
- HVAC system optimization
- Whole-building energy modeling
Project Highlights
- Reduced operating costs by 32% compared to baseline
- Recipient of the 2019 USGBC National Capital Region Innovative Project of the Year (New Construction – Commercial)
Laurel Medical Center
Project Size: 71,000 SF
Project Overview
Medical facility including inpatient and outpatient services, operating rooms, patient rooms, offices, and shared spaces.
Services Provided
- Building energy modeling
- HVAC analysis
- Lighting optimization
Project Highlights
- Achieved 12% operational cost savings compared to the baseline design
- Improved overall building energy performance
McCormick Headquarters
Project Size: 360,000 SF
Project Overview
Corporate headquarters featuring commercial kitchen facilities and integrated solar technology.
Services Provided
- Energy modeling
- Renewable energy analysis
- LEED performance optimization
Project Highlights
- LEED performance optimization
- Solar system contributed 15% electrical energy savings
- Earned 16 Optimized Energy Performance Credits
United States Institute of Peace
Project Size: Two connected 36,000 SF office buildings
Project Overview
Office buildings utilizing Variable Refrigerant Volume (VRV) HVAC systems.
Services Provided
- Energy modeling
- LEED energy performance analysis
Project Highlights
- Achieved 19 Optimized Energy Performance Credits
- Enhanced building efficiency through VRV technology
The Lumen (Tysons Central Building F)
Project Size
- 666,971 SF
- 32-story mixed-use residential building
- 398 residential units
- 17,000 SF retail space
- 500-car parking garage
Services Provided
- Whole-building energy modeling
- LEED performance analysis
Project Highlights
- Achieved 9 Optimized Energy Performance Credits
- Improved energy performance for a high-rise mixed-use development