by evan@wyetharchitects.com | Mar 20, 2025 | Resource
Pearl is a national leader in home performance ratings, evaluating all aspects of a home’s performance, including safety, comfort, operational efficiency, resilience, and energy management. The system provides homeowners with actionable insights, whether they...
by evan@wyetharchitects.com | Mar 20, 2025 | Resource
SITES is a program and rating system managed by the Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) that focuses on designing and maintaining sustainable landscapes that are at least 2,000 square feet. Its goals include conserving natural resources, reducing energy...
by evan@wyetharchitects.com | Mar 20, 2025 | Resource
PEER (Performance Excellence in Electricity Renewal) is a comprehensive certification program developed by the U.S. Green Building Council Inc. (USGBC) to evaluate and improve the performance, reliability, and sustainability of electricity systems. It assesses a power...
by evan@wyetharchitects.com | Mar 20, 2025 | Resource
The Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) developed the Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Index in 1995 to evaluate a home’s energy performance. It assesses factors such as heating, cooling, water heating, lighting, appliances, and on-site power...
by evan@wyetharchitects.com | Mar 20, 2025 | Resource
Fitwel is a globally recognized certification system, operated by the Center for Active Design, that is dedicated to promoting health and well-being through building and community design. Fitwel certification is available for both New Construction and Existing...
by evan@wyetharchitects.com | Mar 20, 2025 | Resource
The WELL Building Standard, developed by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), evaluates how a building impacts human health and well-being. Primarily designed for commercial and institutional office spaces, it considers factors such as air quality, water...