Analysis is actually a cool design tool - Architect’s Guide to Building Performance Simulation

As embodied carbon emerges as a key solution to mitigating climate change, operational energy seems to get left behind. Those of us in the trenches of climate action may see it as passe–that box is already checked. And yes, although we know what needs to be done to improve operational carbon, it’s not a common part of architectural practice.

In an effort to show the potential of building performance simulation (and how actually cool it is as a design tool!), AIA published the Architect’s Guide to Building Performance Simulation: Integrating simulation into the design process. Check it out and share it with your friends and colleagues!

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TOTAL DECARBONIZATION OF THE BUILDING SECTOR!!!

High performance buildings are essential. Thanks for highlighting @MelissaWackerle. The AIA is bringing great climate action resources to members!

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Good publication.