Upon successful completion of this program, participants will be able to:

• Articulate the principles of integrated design and the various green building rating systems (LEED, BREEAM).
• Conduct comprehensive energy audits (Level I, II, and III) to identify cost-effective conservation measures.
• Design and optimize Building Management Systems (BMS) using smart technologies and IoT sensors.
• Evaluate the lifecycle assessment (LCA) and embodied carbon of building materials.
• Develop and implement a strategy for managing water efficiency and indoor environmental quality (IEQ).
• Apply advanced commissioning and retro-commissioning techniques for existing buildings.
• Calculate and benchmark building energy performance using metrics like Energy Use Intensity (EUI).
• Formulate a capital plan and business case for green building upgrades and net-zero retrofits.

• Facility and Property Managers
• Building Engineers and Technicians
• Architects and Sustainable Design Consultants
• Corporate Real Estate and Portfolio Managers
• Energy Auditors and Commissioning Agents
• Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Specialists
• Finance and Investment Analysts focused on real estate

• **Scenarios:** Conducting a feasibility study for a deep energy retrofit of a 1980s commercial office tower to achieve a 40% reduction in EUI.
• **Case Studies:** Analyzing a commercial building that achieved LEED Platinum status and detailing the strategies employed for water and energy efficiency.
• **Group Activities:** Collaborative design of a green roof/façade system, evaluating its thermal, water, and biodiversity benefits.
• **Individual Exercises:** Calculating the simple payback period for three identified Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) from a provided audit report.
• **Mini-Case Studies:** Rapid evaluation of a new high-performance glazing technology for its cost-effectiveness in a specific climate zone.
• **Syndicate Discussions:** Debating the balance between maximizing energy efficiency and maintaining high Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ).
• **Business Case:** Preparing a concise business case presentation for a C-suite demanding a new green building certification.

Unit 1: Green Building Standards and Integrated Design

• Introduction to major green building rating systems (LEED, BREEAM) and certification processes.
• The concept of integrated design: collaboration across disciplines from project inception.
• Principles of passive design: daylighting, natural ventilation, and solar orientation.
• Understanding the WELL Building Standard and focus on human health and comfort.
• Strategies for achieving Net-Zero Energy (NZE) and Net-Zero Carbon (NZC) status.

Unit 2: Energy Auditing and Performance Measurement

• The methodology of ASHRAE Level I, II, and III energy audits.
• Calculating Energy Use Intensity (EUI) and benchmarking against peers and standards.
• Advanced monitoring, submetering, and measurement & verification (M&V) protocols.
• Identifying and prioritizing Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) by ROI.
• Using building energy modeling software for retrofit analysis and optimization.

Unit 3: Smart Building Systems and IoT

• Design and operation of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Building Automation Systems (BAS).
• Leveraging IoT sensors and data analytics for real-time fault detection and diagnostics (FDD).
• Optimizing HVAC systems: variable refrigerant flow (VRF) and demand-controlled ventilation (DCV).
• Smart lighting controls, occupancy sensing, and daylight harvesting.
• Integrating renewable energy and energy storage into the building microgrid.

Unit 4: Sustainable Materials and Operations

• Understanding embodied carbon and conducting life cycle assessments (LCA) of building materials.
• Strategies for waste management, recycling, and diversion during construction and operation.
• Water efficiency: low-flow fixtures, greywater recycling, and rainwater harvesting.
• Procurement policies for sustainable, low-VOC, and locally sourced materials.
• Developing and implementing effective tenant and occupant engagement programs.

Unit 5: Retrofitting and Commissioning

• Strategies for deep energy retrofits and overcoming economic barriers in existing buildings.
• The process and value of retro-commissioning (RCx) for ensuring optimal performance.
• Developing Energy Performance Contracts (EPCs) and working with Energy Service Companies (ESCOs).
• Financial modeling and securing funding for large-scale efficiency upgrades.
• The role of codes and legislation in driving existing building performance improvements.