Cutting Ties: Designing to Reduce Reliance on Existing Utility Plants

As institutions continue to decarbonize, project teams are being challenged with the question “How can we minimize reliance on existing central utility plants even if we do not have space on site to go fully net zero?” Amidst overwhelming budget and site constraints, success can be achieved through a collaborative and iterative process that, through rigorous analysis and engagement, balances energy performance, cost, and resilience to realize ambitious carbon reduction goals in new construction.