Mechanical Staff Receive Green Plumbing Design Certification

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G/BA engineers Frank Sanchez, Theresa Allen, and Joe Ficek all received their Green Plumbing Certification.  Joe received his in September, 2013.  Frank and Theresa received theirs in April, 2014.

The Green Plumbing Design (GPD) certificate program, sponsored by the American Society of Plumbing Engineers and the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, is for engineers and designers with advanced skills in sustainable plumbing design and consulting.  Available only for engineers and designers who hold either the Certified in Plumbing Design (CPD) certification or a Professional Engineer (PE) license, the GPD certificate denotes professionals who are dedicated to ensuring the efficient use of our precious water resources via water-conserving plumbing system designs for commercial and residential applications.

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GBA Promotes 16 Employees

GBA Promotes 16 Employees

GBA recently promoted 16 staff members. Except where noted, all staff are headquartered in the Chicago regional office: Doug Frey, PE, LEED AP, was promoted to Vice President. Chris Jones, PE, LEED AP, and Todd Soukup, LEED AP BD +C, were promoted to Associate Vice...

ASHRAE Illinois honors design of Glenbrook CVI

ASHRAE Illinois honors design of Glenbrook CVI

ASHRAE's Illinois Chapter has recognized GBA’s engineering design of the new Cardiovascular Institute (CVI) at Endeavor Health’s Glenbrook Hospital with its 2024 Excellence in Engineering Award. The project will go on to compete in the ASHRAE Region VI awards program...

ASHRAE Audits: What Level Is Right For You?

ASHRAE Audits: What Level Is Right For You?

Energy management often begins with an energy audit, yet many energy managers are uncertain what to include in the scope. The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) provides guidelines for three distinct levels of energy...