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By Mark Zoller, PE, CxA, LEED APPaladin Engineers The notion that every accident is preventable is more than just a philosophy - it's the foundational principle of every decision we make in building design and construction. Whether we’re engineers, architects, contractors or building owners, we all have a unique opportunity to set a safety baseline Read More

By Candice Rogers, Paladin, Inc.   When clients ask me about sustainability in building projects, I often hear an undercurrent of skepticism. There's a lingering perception that "green building" is either a regulatory burden or a feel-good marketing exercise. After decades in this industry, I can tell you that neither view fully captures the reality Read More

By Mark Zoller, PE, CxA, LEED AP
Paladin Engineers   When building owners first learn about lighting design, they often focus solely on meeting code requirements for Lighting Power Density (LPD) - the maximum allowable watts per square foot in a space. While code compliance is essential, treating it as the end goal is like saying Read More

By Paladin, Inc     At Paladin, we've watched building commissioning (Cx) grow from a niche specialty into one of construction's most vital quality assurance disciplines. Our commissioning teams help ensure buildings perform as designed while meeting today's demanding standards for efficiency, sustainability and occupant comfort. For students looking for a unique and rewarding career Read More

By Erica Weeks, LEED Fellow Construction and Demolition Waste in the Built Environment Construction and demolition (C&D) waste is a necessary evil of an ever-changing built environment. Buildings outlive their useful lifespan and are demolished for new ones to take their place (I’ll discuss adaptive reuse of existing buildings at another time).Delivering custom buildings requires Read More