Despite evidence of changing climate, in the United States it is still common for building project teams to reference U.S. Climate Normals derived from three consecutive decades of historic data for broad-based climate analyses and to utilize Typical Meteorological Year datasets for building energy modeling exercises.
In a world increasingly aware of its impact on the environment, leaders in the architectural, building, and construction industries are embracing the idea of sustainability with regards to product development, design and construction techniques, building performance and maintenance, and adherence to nationally recognized programs and rating systems.