In This Issue: Glumac Moves Quickly To Deliver A Fast-Track Data Center Expansion Commissioning In Action At Savvis Energy Modeling: A Tool For Informed Design And Measurable Savings The Natural Choice For Sustainable Businesses: The Oregon Natural Step Glumac Sacramento New Office Is Innovative And Sustainable Career Opportunities Contact Us Jack Sargent Editor-in-Chief Diana Volovelskay Editor                                            Earthlink Pasadena Data Center Glumac Moves Quickly To Deliver  A Fast-Track Data Center Expansion David Summers, P.E., LEED® AP, Los Angeles Associate Earthlink was growing and their Pasadena Data Center needed to expand. They required 7,000 sf of additional data center space, and they were searching for an engineering firm that could make it happen. With no time to waste, Earthlink was asking one important question, "Can you complete the design in two months?" Glumac said, "Yes!"     Commissioning In Action At Savvis                                      Commissioning Agents at work Paul Tiña, LEED® AP, San Francisco Associate Glumac was the commissioning agent for Savvis SC7, a two-story data center located in Santa Clara, California. The installed mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems were based on a design load of 75 watts/sf for a total building area of 130,000 sf. The facility was previously managed by Exodus Communications and the mechanical and electrical infrastructure was installed during the original buildout of the facility. Hence, the scope of the project included retro-commissioning of the critical support systems. Commissioning is the systematic process of ensuring that all building systems perform individually and interactively in accordance with design specifications and owner's operational needs. Commissioning is intended to achieve the following objectives: Energy Modeling: A Tool For Informed Design and Measurable Savings           Complex Hospital Building 3-Dimensional eQUEST Rendering John Aulbach, P.E., CEM, Irvine Senior Energy Analyst Architecture can have a great influence on key energy demands such as ventilation, lighting, cooling and heating. When thoroughly informed about the complex synergies between building design and energy use, architects and designers can make informed and cost effective primary decisions about energy savings features in their buildings. In order to make these decisions, it is particularly important to understand the energy tradeoffs in the early stages of a project.   The Natural Choice For Sustainable Businesses: The Oregon Natural Step Sonya Salanti, Portland Marketing Coordinator How can businesses take achievable steps towards creating a sustainable workplace? At first blush, the idea of remaking our organizations into ecologically sound, socially responsible businesses may seem daunting. However, many Oregon businesses and municipalities have implemented successful sustainability programs by keeping pace with The Oregon Natural Step. Rooted in the fundamental laws of science and nature, The Oregon Natural Step is founded on a core understanding of the systems that allow the planet to replenish itself and flourish without negatively impacting its inhabitants and ecosystems. By following the Natural Step Framework, businesses use the Four System Conditions as a basis to create a customized sustainability plan that integrates the principles of sustainability with the necessity of profitability and a secure client base. Glumac Sacramento New Office Is Innovative And Sustainable (From left to right) Herb Knieriem (Glumac), Sammy Cemo (Cemo Commercial), Andy Morin (Folsom City Mayor), Leonard Hovander (Glumac), and Andee Clark (Glumac) John Taylor, Sacramento Mechanical Engineer The groundbreaking ceremony for the new 8,500 sf building for the Glumac Sacramento office took place on April 26, 2006. The new office, located in Folsom, California (roughly 10 miles east of Sacramento) near the American River Bike Trail, Sacramento Light Rail, and beautiful Lake Natomas, will provide excellent sustainable commuting options. will provide excellent sustainable commuting options. An anticipated LEED® Platinum rated building stands to provide an exceptional working environment for employees and will also allow the City of Folsom to show that they are working toward a sustainable future. The building will also utilize new technologies to demonstrate sustainable design features.   Career Opportunities Glumac is looking for talented, creative, energetic professionals to participate in our continued success. If you are interested in sustainability and working with other talented people, we want to talk to you. We offer outstanding compensation and benefits. Send your resume to careers@glumac.com today! Contact Us! 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