Renewable Energy - Alternate Energy Options
The cost of renewable energy systems, especially solar electric (Photovoltaic-PV) systems, have been dropping significantly due to a number of factors. Low-cost, however, is not always a deciding factor in a purchasing decision and the acquisition or leasing of a renewable energy system can involve a significant monetary investment. Other factors also need to be considered for this type of major investment: Duration and strength of the warranties, financial stability of the manufacturing entity, component quality in the B-O-S (Balance-Of-System) parts/equipment and integrity of the design/installation.
 Integration of the renewable energy system into the building's structure is very much a growing trend, as is the use of BIM (Building Information Modeling) to help determine cost of components and energy savings during the design process. Incorporating a renewable energy system into a new building's design is something that architects and engineers are rapidly learning to do. However, the design and construction of new buildings has slowed considerably in recent years.
The addition of renewable energy systems into existing buildings can be quite challenging; a challenge that Hathmore is more than adept in dealing with. Hathmore has won numerous awards and considerable national recognition for innovative work in both sustainable design and renewable energy implementations. Our 30+ years of experience has allowed us to work with a large variety of buildings and projects, yet we realize that we have only begun to scratch the surface on what needs to be done as we face an unknown energy future together.
3rd Party Inspection, Testing & Verification
Hathmore is a 3rd party inspection, testing and verification company that specializes in high-tech/high-efficiency projects. One of the services we offer is to provide a 3rd party review of proposals and estimates regarding renewable energy systems and newest generation equipment. We can give you a second opinion as to whether the Return-On-Investment (ROI) or other financial criteria is justified by the projected energy savings. We are frequently asked to review alternate energy system proposals since they can come with a hefty price tag.
Collaboration is the Name of the Game
Nearly every renewable energy system installation involves a variety of professional trades that must coordinate and cooperate in order for that project to be a success. Getting all the team members to understand and work together toward a common goal or set of goals is also critically important since it can be easy for one trade or key individual to take a project off track.
How can this coordination and group focus of the various team members be accomplished? The answer is the utilization of one or more "Design Charrettes", which facilitate the "Integrated Design Team" approach to any size or type of project. Design Charrettes have been used for decades by architectural and engineering firms for new, large projects. However, Design Charrettes can also be used for remodeling or innovative projects just as easily. The key is understanding how to properly organized and implement them.
This is where Hathmore can offer a unique service that is available to our clients. Hathmore offers Design Charrettes through DesignCharrette.com. Since Hathmore does not install any equipment nor represent any manufacturer, our clients can rest assured that we will help locate the best equipment, project design. trade professionals and/or contractors that your project requires to achieve the best outcome.
Examples of Successful Projects and Design Charrettes
We know that you want to review and learn from others who have achieved their renewable energy goals. We will be listing projects here as we receive permission to make certain aspects of them public.
Please check back here often to see the project listing grow or you can contact us using the black "Contact Info" button at the top center of this web site for our listing of clientèle that we have worked with over our 30 year history. Thank you.
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