The U.S. Green Building Council recently reported an increase in the number of LEED-certified projects among states ranked in the Top 10 for number of LEED buildings in 2012.
Las Vegas-based JBA Consulting Engineers announced the opening of JTA Engineers and Technologists in Perth, Australia. JTA is a wholly owned subsidiary of JBA and will fully integrate into JBA’s global operations.
IAPMO named Brian Gerber, P.E., S.E., technical director of uniform evaluation services. Gerber has 35 years’ experience in structural engineering, building product development and project management. He spent the last 29 years with ICC Evaluation Services, serving most recently as principal structural engineer.
Dewberry hired Steven Giordano, P.E., LEED AP, as facilities engineering manager for the firm’s New York City office. Giordano’s duties include providing quality reviews and subject matter expertise for the company’s MEP design group.
The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) agreed to join the American Society of Plumbing Engineers’ Affiliate Sponsorship Program for 2013.
Xylem’s complete line of Bell & Gossett lead-free Circuit Setter Plus balance valves for plumbing systems are available for the commercial building market.