Vasim Shikalgar

Solar power has been growing exponentially since the last 2 decades in the US. In the year 2000, there were only around 100 MW of solar installations. However, the Solar Energy Industries Association...

Solar power has been growing exponentially since the last 2 decades in the US. In the year 2000, there were only around 100 MW of solar installations. However, the Solar Energy Industries Association...

Minimizing costs is at the very top of every building managers list as the ownership cost of the building goes beyond construction budget. Buildings normally have a service life of several decades, so...

The very nature of construction industry is based on heavy use of natural resources. This often tends to have an environmental impact. With the rising concerns of climate change, reducing...

When it comes to construction projects, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) systems represent most of the project budget for component layout, renovations and infrastructure upgrades. To ensure...

Building envelope of enclosure is created with the main function of protection the indoor spaces and occupants from external barriers. The idea of ‘shelter’ has been around since the history of...

Being able to create a good transparent construction contract is a skill expected from every builder and contractor to protect themselves and the clients. Apart from the actual construction work, a...

Energy Consumption is one of the most important factors for reducing the environmental footprint and also for increasing the building energy efficiency to cut down the overall investment. The energy...

Lowering the overall building energy consumption is a must for building owners for increasing the savings. While there are several factors that contribute to the total energy expenditure, water...

Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a highly intelligent 3D model-based process that allows AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) professionals to collaborate on planning, design, and...