• PAE Living Building. Image courtesy of Jamie Goodwick / PORTLANDRONE.

Renewable energy systems

Resilient systems with natural solutions

Our designs find the balance between energy sources and needs, while also addressing occupant comfort and project costs. With integrated networks of energy solutions such as onsite photovoltaics, batteries, and advanced controls, we create microgrids that bring energy resilience and sustainability to projects. These systems can help projects achieve goals like net zero energy and grid-interactivity while also providing resiliency of critical services during outages. We work closely with clients to get to the core of the project’s needs to then create a solution that is reliable, sustainable, and economical.

Renewable energy systems services

  • PV + Battery modeling and design
  • Energy Resilience modeling and system analysis
  • Grid-interactive flex load modeling and design
  • Thermal energy modeling and design
  • Microgrids for building and district scales:
    • Modeling and system analysis
    • Feasibility studies
    • Full system design

Take a look at our regenerative design brochure to learn more.

We offer related services such as building performance analysis, greenhouse gas consulting, and renewable energy systems services as well as mechanical and electrical engineering.