NYC Benchmarking: Law Now in Effect for Buildings 25,000 SF and Larger
Published on Jun 29, 2017 by Benchmarking, Energy Efficiency, Local Law 84/09, New York Cityin Benchmarking, Energy Efficiency, Local Law 84/09, New York City
![NYC Benchmarking: Law Now in Effect for Buildings 25,000 SF and Larger](https://randpc.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/Benchmarking-City-360x279.jpg)
NYC BENCHMARKING LAW Since 2011, New York City's Local Law 84/09 has required owners of large buildings — single buildings larger than 50,000 SF, or groups of buildings on a single lot larger than 100,000 SF — to annually measure their energy...
Read moreAs Seen on TV! RAND on Keeping Your Rooftops and Balconies Safe in Stormy Weather
Published on Jun 23, 2017 by Balconies, Roofs, Safety, Videoin Balconies, Roofs, Safety, Video
![RAND’s Senior Structural Engineer Mike Larkin, PE discusses keeping your rooftops and balconies safe on Inside Edition.](https://randpc.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/ML-Inside-Edition-Screenshot-360x279.jpg)
Powerful storms and wind gusts can blow outdoor furnishings, such as chairs and tables, right off a rooftop and cause serious damage and injuries. In April, a sudden gust of wind blew a heavy hammock off a rooftop terrace and...
Read moreAsk the Engineer: Remedying Ventilation Issues
Published on Jun 13, 2017 by Diagnostics, HVAC, Main, MEP, Ventilationin Diagnostics, HVAC, Main, MEP, Ventilation
![Common ventilation issues include gaps in ductwork that change airflow and pressure within the system, and allow odors and smoke to infiltrate common areas and adjacent units.](https://randpc.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/Open-gap-360x279.png)
Clean air and proper ventilation in buildings is essential to health and comfort. Poor indoor air quality causes problems with odors and humidity, and can lead to health issues such as mold allergies and sick building syndrome. It can also...
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