GBA’s Evanston Office 2-Year Purchase of 800,000 kWh of Renewable Energy Credits

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This purchase helps to save up to 895,088 lbs. of CO2. These Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) represent a portfolio of 100% wind power generated in midwest states that displaces the high carbon output of coal-fired power generation.

These Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) represent a portfolio of 100% wind power generated in midwest states that displaces the high carbon output of coal-fired power generation.  The quantity purchased covers approximately two years of G/BA’s electric energy consumption.  All REC’s are Green-e certified, which means that they comply with consumer protection and environmental standards for renewable energy credits.

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GBA Mourns the Passing of Founder David Grumman

GBA Mourns the Passing of Founder David Grumman

David Leroy Grumman Sr., founder of nationally recognized engineering firm Grumman|Butkus Associates, died peacefully on Jan. 3, 2025, at his home in Evanston, IL. He was 90. Grumman’s lifetime of work in the consulting engineering field, and his tireless advocacy for...

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...