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Innovative, market-based solutions for greater efficiency and occupant comfort 

Commercial buildings account for more than 30% of national electricity consumption. TRC has partnered with the California Energy Commission and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority to research new scalable, cost-effective solutions across this sector to maximize their energy savings.

As part of large industry teams, we have demonstrated the technical viability and market scalability of integrated technology packages – working with technologies like HVAC, lighting and plug load controls; smart daylight harvesting; building software platforms; and advanced metering. Our project partners include Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Kaiser Permanente, Walmart, UC Berkeley, and utilities.

The projects provide important benefits like cost savings for building owners, greater grid reliability through shifting peak energy use and greenhouse gas emission reductions.

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3D Visualizations

January 9, 2023

3D visualizations can improve communication with stakeholders, illustrate approaches and establish confidence in a proposed strategy.

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System Design to Site Closure: Enhanced Anaerobic Biodegradation

January 9, 2023

Enhanced anaerobic biodegradation (EAB) can be utilized for the remediation of petroleum, chlorinated solvents and hydrocarbons.

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Carbon Sequestration

December 14, 2022

Carbon Sequestration is an emerging technology to combat climate change by mitigating carbon emissions.

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Advanced NAPL Site Characterization Tools

December 14, 2022

Advanced NAPL site characterization tools can improve site understanding and remediation performance.

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Modeling: Convincing Visualizations Are Key to Successful Projects

December 5, 2022

This presentation provides guidance on steps and methods to utilize 3D and other visualization software to present complex sites and illustrate solutions to complex problems, such as remedial solutions and future site development. These methods involve 3 key concepts: data management coordination, conceptual site modeling and visual clarity. TRC’s experts also breakdown the different types of visualization software and their applications to specific scenarios.

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TRC and Slipstream partner with the Minnesota Department of Commerce to launch energy conservation R&D project

June 24, 2021

TRC, Slipstream, and the University of Minnesota are working with controls system manufacturers and contractors to develop such a standardized and streamlined building control retrofit process leveraging ASHRAE Guideline 36

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Transforming Commercial New Construction

March 3, 2020

Commercial buildings today represent about 16% of energy use (30% of electricity) and a key source of GHG emissions across the US.

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Tackling the Advanced Energy Frontier with TRC at ACEEE Summer Study

July 24, 2018

What will the grid of the future look like? Where are scientists and engineers breaking new ground to push energy efficiency even further? Join TRC at ACEEE Summer Study to find out.

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3D Visualizations

January 9, 2023

3D visualizations can improve communication with stakeholders, illustrate approaches and establish confidence in a proposed strategy.

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System Design to Site Closure: Enhanced Anaerobic Biodegradation

January 9, 2023

Enhanced anaerobic biodegradation (EAB) can be utilized for the remediation of petroleum, chlorinated solvents and hydrocarbons.

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Modeling: Convincing Visualizations Are Key to Successful Projects

December 5, 2022

This presentation provides guidance on steps and methods to utilize 3D and other visualization software to present complex sites and illustrate solutions to complex problems, such as remedial solutions and future site development. These methods involve 3 key concepts: data management coordination, conceptual site modeling and visual clarity. TRC’s experts also breakdown the different types of visualization software and their applications to specific scenarios.

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TRC Companies Welcomes New Power Sector President Ed Myszka

September 2, 2020

Myszka brings over 30 years of innovation, market development and operations experience to TRC.

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Transforming Commercial New Construction

March 3, 2020

Commercial buildings today represent about 16% of energy use (30% of electricity) and a key source of GHG emissions across the US.

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INGAA Foundation Elects TRC’s Lauren O’Donnell as Chair

February 5, 2020

The board of directors of the INGAA Foundation elected Lauren O’Donnell as its chair for a one-year term.

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Tackling the Advanced Energy Frontier with TRC at ACEEE Summer Study

July 24, 2018

What will the grid of the future look like? Where are scientists and engineers breaking new ground to push energy efficiency even further? Join TRC at ACEEE Summer Study to find out.