June 2010
Sebesta Blomberg Helps National Development Go Green
National Development, a New England-based development and investment firm, has achieved LEED-EB certification at two seperate facilities in Massachusetts. The certifications are part of an effort to create high-performance green buildings that are healthier, more environmentally responsible, and less costly to operate.
Bennington College Biomass Steam Generation Facility Receives 2009 AIA Vermont Excellence in Architecture Award
For their design of Bennington College's biomass heating facility, which heats 85 percent of the campus using renewable wood chips, Centerline Architects and Planners have earned an Excellence in Architecture Award from The American Institute of Architects/Vermont Chapter.
Sebesta Blomberg was the lead designer for the project (Centerline was our subcontractor for the architectural design), and provided mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural design, as well as environmental permitting for the project. Completed in 2009, the project consisted of a 48,000 sf addition to the campus' central heating plant, and includes a 400 BHP wood chip boiler and associated fuel handling and conveying systems.
May 2010
ASHRAE Names Sebesta Blomberg as Provisional Assessor for Building Energy Labeling Pilot Program
Abbe Bjorklund and Paul Johnson of Sebesta Blomberg have been selected to serve as provisional assessors for the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-conditioning Engineers' (ASHRAE) pilot for the Operational rating of a new building energy labeling program, the Building Energy Quotient.
Iowa College Implements Ambitious Energy Conservation Program
Luther College, an undergraduate institution in Decorah, IA, has launched a comprehensive new program aimed at reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by 50 percent, as well as reducing overall energy consumption.
Full Steam Ahead - Applying 3-D Laser Scanning to a Boiler Plant Replacement Project
The engineers of Sebesta Blomberg & Associates in Roseville, Minnesota faced a daunting task in documenting existing conditions within the two central boiler plants at North Carolina State University in Raleigh. The Yarbrough facility, built in 1937, contains three large boilers and an intricate network of catwalks, pipes, conduit, ductwork and structural steel supporting the boilers and the auxiliary equipment. Documentation of both the original construction and subsequent renovations put into place since original construction was scant or virtually nonexistent. The Cates plant, constructed in the 1970s, had fairly complete record drawings from which to work, but these were hand-drawn and only photocopies were available. This plant has one large boiler with auxiliary equipment and includes a chilled water facility with cooling towers, pumps and associated piping.
Sebesta Blomberg Ranks as an ENR Top 500 Design Firm
Sebesta Blomberg, a national engineering and consulting firm, ranked 326 on the Engineering-News Record (ENR) 2010 Top 500 Design Firms list. ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms list is an annual ranking of the largest U.S.-based design and construction firms.
April 2010
Sebesta Blomberg Project Named 2010 Public Works Project of the Year
The Samuel Hadley Public Services Building in Lexington, Massachusetts was named one of the Public Works Projects of the Year for 2010 by the American Public Works Association. This award recognizes the partnership between the managing agency, the consultant/architect/engineer, and the contractor who, working together, complete public works projects.
January 2010
Sebesta Blomberg Announces Enhanced Operating Structure
In an effort to align the company with our clients’ needs, and bring more innovative solutions to them, Sebesta Blomberg has implemented an enhanced operating structure effective January 1, 2010.
December 2009
Energy Cost Cuts Can Save Millions for South Dakota
A professional engineering study conducted by Sebesta Blomberg suggests more than 1,000 steps could be taken to reduce energy expenses for state government buildings in South Dakota, including at the university campuses.
The potential savings could easily surpass $1 million and could reach to more than $3 million annually.
November 2009
Sebesta Blomberg Project Receives 2010 Honor Award
The Minnesota Concrete & Masonry Contractors Association of Minnesota awarded Sebesta Blomberg with the Excellence Award for work performed on the University of Minnesota Utility Building and Switch Station project. The annual Excellence Awards are in recognition of excellence in masonry and concrete design and construction.
October 2009
Sebesta Blomberg Consultants Help Luther College Develop Energy Conservation Program
Luther College has hired consultants from Sebesta Blomberg to lend direction to a new initiative at Luther on energy conservation.
September 2009
CES Ranks Sebesta Blomberg #1 Commissioning Provider
Consulting-Specifying Engineer magazine ranked Sebesta Blomberg 25th on the annual Giants list. In addition, Sebesta Blomberg ranked #1 of the top ten commissioning firms in the country.
June 2009
Sebesta Blomberg Hosts Business of Green Event
Sebesta Blomberg sponsored an informative panel discussion and networking event entitled, The Business of Green: Why It’s Imperative Today, at the LEED Platinum Genzyme world headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts on June 11.
May 2009
Fresh AIRE Champions Recognized for Environmental Commitment
Sebesta Blomberg was recognized as a Fresh AIRE Business Champion by the Arlington County Board for their outstanding commitment to the environment.
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Cleveland Engineering Society Honors Sebesta Blomberg
Sebesta Blomberg was honored with an Award of Excellence by the Cleveland Engineering Society for commissioning work performed on the Cleveland Museum of Art Expansion and Renovation Project.
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Sebesta Blomberg Receives Gilbane Trade Contractor Award
Sebesta Blomberg received a 2008 Gilbane Trade Contractor Award from Gilbane Building Company in recognition of work performed at St. Elizabeths Hospital in Washington, DC.
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April 2009
Sebesta Blomberg Jumps 42 Spots on ENR Top 500 Design Firms List
Sebesta Blomberg moved up 42 places to #314 on Engineering-News Record (ENR) 2009 Top 500 Design Firms list. ENR’s Top 500 list is an annual ranking of the largest U.S.-based design and construction firms.
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Carbon Neutrality and the Use of Offsets - Facilities Manager
The rapid growth of participation in the Presidents Climate Commitment now means that more than 600 colleges and universities have pledged to develop plans to become carbon neutral. So what does this mean?
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March 2009
Sebesta Blomberg Awarded LEED Green Building Certification
Sebesta Blomberg's Arlington, Virginia office suite was awarded a LEED for Commercial Interiors certification at the gold level from the U.S. Green Building Council. Sebesta Blomberg’s office suite is the first LEED-CI Gold certified project in Arlington. The office also represents the first LEED-CI certified space in Arlington County, Virginia.
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