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AI Is Not as AEC as It Looks

Explore why AI is challenging for AEC firms, what barriers slow adoption, and how organizations can integrate emerging technology while protecting safety, accuracy, and long-term project outcomes.

6 Hidden Factors Raising Building Operating Costs

From energy waste to overlooked maintenance issues, these six hidden factors explain what’s driving up building operating costs and how performance optimization can fix it.

How the OPR Shapes the BOD and Drives Project Delivery

Discover how the OPR and BOD align design, performance, and project goals to facilitate more transparent communication and ensure successful delivery.

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Healthy Buildings for Re-Occupancy

Learn how to prepare your facility for re-occupancy with Healthy Buildings.

Healthcare Project Examples

Example of our healthcare experience across the Pacific Northwest.

Capabilities Statement

Review our Capabilities Statement for Federal projects.

Media

AI Is Not as AEC as It Looks

Explore why AI is challenging for AEC firms, what barriers slow adoption, and how organizations can integrate emerging technology while protecting safety, accuracy, and long-term project outcomes.

6 Hidden Factors Raising Building Operating Costs

From energy waste to overlooked maintenance issues, these six hidden factors explain what’s driving up building operating costs and how performance optimization can fix it.

How the OPR Shapes the BOD and Drives Project Delivery

Discover how the OPR and BOD align design, performance, and project goals to facilitate more transparent communication and ensure successful delivery.

Why Testing Matters: The Bathtub Curve of Fire System Failures

When faulty fire systems put buildings at risk, NFPA inspections and Bathtub Curve insights can help ensure safety and compliance.

Floor-by-Floor Benefits of HVAC Maintenance and Tool Balancing in Semiconductor Fabs

Explore how HVAC maintenance and tool balancing impact yield, uptime, and compliance across every floor of a semiconductor fab.

10 Mistakes to Avoid for Property Owners & Facility Managers

This guide highlights 10 key mistakes property owners and facility managers must avoid for efficient building operations

7 Tips for Managing Construction Projects Amid Rising Tariffs

With tariffs driving up construction costs, these seven tips can help you stay on budget and ahead of delays.

Addressing Need for Low-Cost Ventilation Screening Tool in a Pandemic World

This article discusses ventilation improvements and changes, co-authored by NWESI's Tom Prevish and Caton Mande research and development engineer at UC Davis Western Cooling Efficiency Center.

NWESI as a Top Workplace, 2021

Our team sat down with OregonLive to discuss what makes our company a top workplace for 2021.

These days, folks can’t afford to neglect air quality

Business Development in Idaho: An interview with Jewel Bergeron and Shiloh Holmes

Krisjan Radio interviewed Business Development Manager Jewel Bergeron, and business development consultant Shiloh Holmes, on marketing, relationships and growth in the Boise market.

BestHQ’s “What’s your story?” Produced by Pamplin Media Group

Incorporating Distributed Energy Generation Projects into Whole Building Commissioning

Employee Spotlights

Employee Spotlight: Linda Buck

Read more about our newest employee spotlight.

Employee Spotlight: Tom Prevish

Read more about our newest employee spotlight.

Employee Spotlight: Vince Sage

Read more about Vince's work, hobbies, and interests here!

Employee Spotlight: Jewel Kayfes

Read more about how Jewel got into business development, her favorite parts of work, and what she enjoys pursuing outside of NWESI!

Employee Spotlight: Scott Taylor

Scott is the VP of Finance and Administration at NWESI. Learn about his interests here.

Employee Spotlight: Po’okela McKeague

Learn more about Po and his role in business development!

Employee Spotlight: Erik Rottman

Read more about Erik and his involvement in projects, style, and troubleshooting.

Employee Spotlight: Katie Munson

Learn more about Katie, NWESI's Sr. Administrative Assistant!

Employee Spotlight: Corinna Brence

Corinna's thoughts on learning, growing, and the work that led her here.

Employee Spotlight: Chelsea Lein

Chelsea keeps busy with a myriad of tasks at AIR, and still makes time to excel in bowling.

Employee Spotlight: Eric Costaggini

Eric's thoughts on cleanrooms, autonomy, and explorations in wine-making.

Employee Spotlight: Bruce Gilpin

Bruce's take on effective management, keeping perspective, and how the industry has changed.

Employee Spotlight: David Cunningham

David's thoughts on growing with NWESI over the years.

Employee Spotlight: Gayle McDowell

Gayle on NWESI's development from seeing its foundation to where she is now.

Other Resources

Safe and Sound Certification

Read more about our Safe and Sound certification.

Case Study: Alta ART Tower

Read more about what goes into smoke control commissioning.

Green Business Leaders

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