We all know the feeling of stepping into a stuffy room with stale air.  It's not just unpleasant; it can actually impact our health, well-being, and productivity.  Now more than ever, clean air is a top priority, especially in commercial buildings where people spend a significant portion of their day.

September 16, 2023 - In an article published in Spaces4Learning, Ryan Strandquest LEED AP, President of Matern Professional Engineering, discusses the idea of approaching net zero in schools, specifically through analyzing the use of renewable energy. Despite being known as the Sunshine State, Florida currently produces a mere 6% of its electricity needs from renewable sources such as solar. While that may not seem like much, Florida ranks fourth among all 50 states in solar and renewable energy production. Ryan details that school construction can move toward net zero by taking advantage of renewable energy incentives in an economically viable way.   

September 13, 2023 - In an article published 8/14 in School Construction News, Ryan Strandquest, LEED AP, President of Matern Professional Engineering,  writes how, despite enjoying a great deal of sun, Florida currently produces only 6% of its energy from renewable sources. Despite such a paltry sum, Florida ranks fourth among all states in terms of solar and renewable energy production. Ryan advises that school construction can move toward net zero by taking advantage of renewable energy incentives in a path that is economically viable.   

June 5, 2023 - President Ryan Strandquest published an article in Building Enclosure Magazine on 6/5. The article highlights the growing demand for obtaining net zero in educational facilities and overviews smart design strategies to approach this goal.