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Ask the Engineer: Backflow Prevention

January 18th, 2017 by

One billion gallons of clean drinking water are distributed to the taps of nearly nine million New Yorkers each day. The city's potable water supply, however, can be contaminated via back pressure or back-siphonage from buildings. The solution: properly installed...

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The NYC Building Operator Training program aims to extend the lifespan of building equipment; improve safety, compliance and emergency management protocols; reduce dependency on outside service providers, and better manage contracted services. The goal is to reduce buildings energy costs by up to 20% without requiring any major capital expenditures.

NYC Offers Free Energy Efficiency Training Program for Building Staff

January 6th, 2017 by

To help residential buildings reduce energy costs, New York City has launched a free energy efficiency training program for maintenance staff and property managers of small to mid-sized multifamily buildings. The NYC Building Operator Training program aims to extend the...

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Jonathan Tejeda, RAND Facade & Roofing Intern

My RAND Summer Internship: Getting a Few Steps Ahead of the Game

August 26th, 2016 by

Before I started at RAND as an intern on the Facade & Roofing Team this summer, I had no idea what a FISP was, or for that matter, half of the things an engineering and architecture firm does. I’m glad...

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Ask Our Experts: Landmarks Preservation Commission

November 17th, 2015 by

New York City is known for its buildings, many of them steeped in history, culture, and architectural significance. Fortunately there are various groups and agencies dedicated to preserving the distinct character of such properties and sustaining the vibrancy they add...

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