Category Archives: Energy Codes

New Athletic Training Facility Achieves LEED Gold Certification

The Athletic Training Facility at Coastal Carolina University has achieved LEED Gold Certification by the USGBC. The facility consists of 3 floors, each serving a different purpose. The weight room, locker rooms (complete with showers), and equipment room are housed … more

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IGCC Development Update

The International Green Construction Code was approved at the end of November. The final code will be published in March of 2012. South Carolina will have to adopt the code prior to its enforcement in our state. This code applies … more

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DOE determines that 2010 Edition of ASHRAE 90.1 will result in significant Energy Savings

The Department of Energy has concluded their study of the 2010 version of ASHRAE 90.1, Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low Rise Residential Buildings. DOE has determined that this newest version of the standard will produce a national savings of … more

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The International Green Construction Code Public Version 2.0

The International Green Construction Code Public Version 2.0 is nearing the end of its Public Review and revision stage. If you are not aware of this code, you should note that it seeks to establish a mandatory baseline of codes … more

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DWG is an approved AIA/CES provider for continuing education learning units.

We currently offer the following courses: Energy Codes – Mechanical / Electrical / Plumbing Requirements LU|HSW|SD This course will demonstrate how to design a building to use 30% less energy using practical, readily available measures. As well, the course will … more

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