Viridiant
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Bringing affordable, healthy, energy-efficient, and resilient buildings to life. Better building, for good.
HQ: Richmond, VA
www.viridiant.org
HQ: Richmond, VA
www.viridiant.org
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Today, we’re taking an important step forward by refining our focus to better serve the evolving needs of Virginia’s housing market.
Over the next year, we will phase out the majority of our direct multifamily certification services and transition those projects to trusted partners.
Over the next year, we will phase out the majority of our direct multifamily certification services and transition those projects to trusted partners.
Today, we’re taking an important step forward by refining our focus to better serve the evolving needs of Virginia’s housing market.
Over the next year, we will phase out the majority of our direct multifamily certification services and transition those projects to trusted partners.
Over the next year, we will phase out the majority of our direct multifamily certification services and transition those projects to trusted partners.
October 28, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Today, we’re taking an important step forward by refining our focus to better serve the evolving needs of Virginia’s housing market.
Over the next year, we will phase out the majority of our direct multifamily certification services and transition those projects to trusted partners.
Over the next year, we will phase out the majority of our direct multifamily certification services and transition those projects to trusted partners.
There’s a lot happening across the high-performance building landscape, and we’re moving forward with new partnerships, expanded services, and evolving guidance for builders and developers.
June 30, 2025 at 7:57 PM
There’s a lot happening across the high-performance building landscape, and we’re moving forward with new partnerships, expanded services, and evolving guidance for builders and developers.
Meet Lauren Thomson – Project Manager and a dedicated force helping move our mission forward at Viridiant.
Lauren supports our teams in meeting energy efficiency and green building program standards by blending technical skill with hands-on experience in building management.
Lauren supports our teams in meeting energy efficiency and green building program standards by blending technical skill with hands-on experience in building management.
June 26, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Meet Lauren Thomson – Project Manager and a dedicated force helping move our mission forward at Viridiant.
Lauren supports our teams in meeting energy efficiency and green building program standards by blending technical skill with hands-on experience in building management.
Lauren supports our teams in meeting energy efficiency and green building program standards by blending technical skill with hands-on experience in building management.
This summer, the Alliance To Save Energy is bringing together policy leaders, business voices, and industry experts for a virtual series of panels, discussions, and networking — all focused on the powerful role energy efficiency plays in driving economic growth, job creation, and energy security.
June 25, 2025 at 12:13 PM
This summer, the Alliance To Save Energy is bringing together policy leaders, business voices, and industry experts for a virtual series of panels, discussions, and networking — all focused on the powerful role energy efficiency plays in driving economic growth, job creation, and energy security.
The latest Solar Market Insight Report from the Solar Energy Industries Association highlights a mixed start to 2025 for the U.S. solar industry.
Installations dipped compared to late last year and the same time in 2024, but Q1 still ranks as one of the strongest quarters the industry has seen.
Installations dipped compared to late last year and the same time in 2024, but Q1 still ranks as one of the strongest quarters the industry has seen.
June 25, 2025 at 12:40 AM
The latest Solar Market Insight Report from the Solar Energy Industries Association highlights a mixed start to 2025 for the U.S. solar industry.
Installations dipped compared to late last year and the same time in 2024, but Q1 still ranks as one of the strongest quarters the industry has seen.
Installations dipped compared to late last year and the same time in 2024, but Q1 still ranks as one of the strongest quarters the industry has seen.
Our energy audits help our customers save energy, reduce costs, and improve comfort.
We're proud to deliver lasting value through every audit we perform, allowing homeowners to take control of their energy future!
#EnergyEfficiency #SuccessStory #CustomerSatisfaction #Viridiant #BetterBuilding
We're proud to deliver lasting value through every audit we perform, allowing homeowners to take control of their energy future!
#EnergyEfficiency #SuccessStory #CustomerSatisfaction #Viridiant #BetterBuilding
June 23, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Our energy audits help our customers save energy, reduce costs, and improve comfort.
We're proud to deliver lasting value through every audit we perform, allowing homeowners to take control of their energy future!
#EnergyEfficiency #SuccessStory #CustomerSatisfaction #Viridiant #BetterBuilding
We're proud to deliver lasting value through every audit we perform, allowing homeowners to take control of their energy future!
#EnergyEfficiency #SuccessStory #CustomerSatisfaction #Viridiant #BetterBuilding
Meet Stuart Nuckols – Chief of Staff and Director of Operations and a core executive creating real change at Viridiant.
Stuart brings over 15 years of expertise in sustainable building, clean energy, and organizational leadership.
Stuart brings over 15 years of expertise in sustainable building, clean energy, and organizational leadership.
June 23, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Meet Stuart Nuckols – Chief of Staff and Director of Operations and a core executive creating real change at Viridiant.
Stuart brings over 15 years of expertise in sustainable building, clean energy, and organizational leadership.
Stuart brings over 15 years of expertise in sustainable building, clean energy, and organizational leadership.
Viridiant and PRO Central Virginia recently co-hosted a Smart Series event at The Floor Store in Richmond — and the energy was electric.
We connected, we learned, and we left inspired.
We connected, we learned, and we left inspired.
June 20, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Viridiant and PRO Central Virginia recently co-hosted a Smart Series event at The Floor Store in Richmond — and the energy was electric.
We connected, we learned, and we left inspired.
We connected, we learned, and we left inspired.
As Virginia implements the 2021 Residential Energy Code, builders, inspectors and design professionals are navigating new expectations and critical questions.
To support this transition, Viridiant hosted in-person and online training sessions designed to help professionals with real-world guidance.
To support this transition, Viridiant hosted in-person and online training sessions designed to help professionals with real-world guidance.
June 17, 2025 at 9:08 PM
As Virginia implements the 2021 Residential Energy Code, builders, inspectors and design professionals are navigating new expectations and critical questions.
To support this transition, Viridiant hosted in-person and online training sessions designed to help professionals with real-world guidance.
To support this transition, Viridiant hosted in-person and online training sessions designed to help professionals with real-world guidance.
Check out our Research & Resources!
Discover practical, cutting-edge strategies for better building design and energy efficiency.
Our insights are built to inform smarter, more sustainable decisions across the industry.
#BetterBuilding #Design #EnergyEfficiency #BuiltEnvironment
Discover practical, cutting-edge strategies for better building design and energy efficiency.
Our insights are built to inform smarter, more sustainable decisions across the industry.
#BetterBuilding #Design #EnergyEfficiency #BuiltEnvironment
Research & Resources
Explore Viridiant’s research on sustainable building, energy efficiency, and eco-friendly design. Access expert insights and reports.
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June 16, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Check out our Research & Resources!
Discover practical, cutting-edge strategies for better building design and energy efficiency.
Our insights are built to inform smarter, more sustainable decisions across the industry.
#BetterBuilding #Design #EnergyEfficiency #BuiltEnvironment
Discover practical, cutting-edge strategies for better building design and energy efficiency.
Our insights are built to inform smarter, more sustainable decisions across the industry.
#BetterBuilding #Design #EnergyEfficiency #BuiltEnvironment
Meet Jack Randle – Project Manager and a vital part of the team driving sustainable change at Viridiant.
Jack partners with clients to secure green building certifications and integrates a variety of sustainable practices into each project.
Jack partners with clients to secure green building certifications and integrates a variety of sustainable practices into each project.
June 13, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Meet Jack Randle – Project Manager and a vital part of the team driving sustainable change at Viridiant.
Jack partners with clients to secure green building certifications and integrates a variety of sustainable practices into each project.
Jack partners with clients to secure green building certifications and integrates a variety of sustainable practices into each project.
As Virginia adopts the 2021 Residential Energy Code, industry professionals seek clear, consistent guidance they can trust.
To meet that need, Viridiant partnered with the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development and the Southeast Energy Efficiency Alliance...
To meet that need, Viridiant partnered with the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development and the Southeast Energy Efficiency Alliance...
June 12, 2025 at 3:05 PM
As Virginia adopts the 2021 Residential Energy Code, industry professionals seek clear, consistent guidance they can trust.
To meet that need, Viridiant partnered with the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development and the Southeast Energy Efficiency Alliance...
To meet that need, Viridiant partnered with the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development and the Southeast Energy Efficiency Alliance...
RESNET, which oversees the Home Energy Rating System (HERS), updated how energy ratings are conducted!
There are two primary changes around a process called “sampling," which allows a random sample of homes or apartments to be inspected and tested, avoiding the need to assess every dwelling unit.
There are two primary changes around a process called “sampling," which allows a random sample of homes or apartments to be inspected and tested, avoiding the need to assess every dwelling unit.
June 11, 2025 at 12:21 PM
RESNET, which oversees the Home Energy Rating System (HERS), updated how energy ratings are conducted!
There are two primary changes around a process called “sampling," which allows a random sample of homes or apartments to be inspected and tested, avoiding the need to assess every dwelling unit.
There are two primary changes around a process called “sampling," which allows a random sample of homes or apartments to be inspected and tested, avoiding the need to assess every dwelling unit.
Our energy audits help our customers save energy, reduce costs, and improve comfort. We're proud to deliver lasting value through every audit we perform, allowing homeowners to take control of their energy future!
#EnergyEfficiency #SuccessStory #CustomerSatisfaction #Viridiant #BetterBuilding
#EnergyEfficiency #SuccessStory #CustomerSatisfaction #Viridiant #BetterBuilding
June 10, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Our energy audits help our customers save energy, reduce costs, and improve comfort. We're proud to deliver lasting value through every audit we perform, allowing homeowners to take control of their energy future!
#EnergyEfficiency #SuccessStory #CustomerSatisfaction #Viridiant #BetterBuilding
#EnergyEfficiency #SuccessStory #CustomerSatisfaction #Viridiant #BetterBuilding
Meet Alissa McKenzie – Associate Technical Advisor and a committed contributor in our efforts to build a more sustainable future at Viridiant.
With over a decade in the construction industry, Alissa brings deep expertise in building techniques and project management.
With over a decade in the construction industry, Alissa brings deep expertise in building techniques and project management.
June 9, 2025 at 1:26 PM
Meet Alissa McKenzie – Associate Technical Advisor and a committed contributor in our efforts to build a more sustainable future at Viridiant.
With over a decade in the construction industry, Alissa brings deep expertise in building techniques and project management.
With over a decade in the construction industry, Alissa brings deep expertise in building techniques and project management.
We bring affordable, healthy, energy-efficient, and resilient buildings to life.
See our latest thinking on innovative green building technologies, design strategies for energy efficiency, and other aspects of better building. viridiant.org/latest-news
#EnergyEfficiency #BetterBuilding #Viridiant
See our latest thinking on innovative green building technologies, design strategies for energy efficiency, and other aspects of better building. viridiant.org/latest-news
#EnergyEfficiency #BetterBuilding #Viridiant
June 7, 2025 at 12:13 PM
We bring affordable, healthy, energy-efficient, and resilient buildings to life.
See our latest thinking on innovative green building technologies, design strategies for energy efficiency, and other aspects of better building. viridiant.org/latest-news
#EnergyEfficiency #BetterBuilding #Viridiant
See our latest thinking on innovative green building technologies, design strategies for energy efficiency, and other aspects of better building. viridiant.org/latest-news
#EnergyEfficiency #BetterBuilding #Viridiant
Erik and Emily’s older home in Richmond suffered from uneven temperatures and high energy bills. Viridiant’s audit revealed that major air and duct leakage were compromising comfort and efficiency.
June 5, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Erik and Emily’s older home in Richmond suffered from uneven temperatures and high energy bills. Viridiant’s audit revealed that major air and duct leakage were compromising comfort and efficiency.
Help shape the future of green building! The @usgbc.bsky.social is seeking volunteers from member organizations to serve on 2026 LEED committees.
If you’re passionate about sustainability, design, construction, or operations, now is your chance to make a lasting impact on the built environment.
If you’re passionate about sustainability, design, construction, or operations, now is your chance to make a lasting impact on the built environment.
Become a 2026 committee volunteer and support the evolution of LEED | U.S. Green Building Council
Share your expertise with a LEED committee in 2026.
www.usgbc.org
June 4, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Help shape the future of green building! The @usgbc.bsky.social is seeking volunteers from member organizations to serve on 2026 LEED committees.
If you’re passionate about sustainability, design, construction, or operations, now is your chance to make a lasting impact on the built environment.
If you’re passionate about sustainability, design, construction, or operations, now is your chance to make a lasting impact on the built environment.
Meet Bill Riggs – Sr Technical Advisor and a key force behind our mission to create more sustainable, energy-efficient communities.
With 8 years at Viridiant and a strong background in energy audits and efficiency-focused renovations across Richmond, Bill brings hands-on expertise to every project.
With 8 years at Viridiant and a strong background in energy audits and efficiency-focused renovations across Richmond, Bill brings hands-on expertise to every project.
June 3, 2025 at 11:06 AM
Meet Bill Riggs – Sr Technical Advisor and a key force behind our mission to create more sustainable, energy-efficient communities.
With 8 years at Viridiant and a strong background in energy audits and efficiency-focused renovations across Richmond, Bill brings hands-on expertise to every project.
With 8 years at Viridiant and a strong background in energy audits and efficiency-focused renovations across Richmond, Bill brings hands-on expertise to every project.
As Virginia rolls out the 2021 Residential Energy Code, professionals across the state are looking for clarity, consistency, and practical support.
June 2, 2025 at 5:50 PM
As Virginia rolls out the 2021 Residential Energy Code, professionals across the state are looking for clarity, consistency, and practical support.
Viridiant’s Spring Newsletter is here! It's packed with updates, insights, and resources to support professionals across the built environment.
Here’s what you’ll find inside...
Here’s what you’ll find inside...
May 29, 2025 at 8:26 PM
Viridiant’s Spring Newsletter is here! It's packed with updates, insights, and resources to support professionals across the built environment.
Here’s what you’ll find inside...
Here’s what you’ll find inside...
Meet Tiyahna Grammer – Project Manager and one of the passionate professionals behind our Multifamily work at Viridiant.
May 27, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Meet Tiyahna Grammer – Project Manager and one of the passionate professionals behind our Multifamily work at Viridiant.
A heartfelt thank you to Rachel and Chase Loomer for welcoming us into their home and providing a firsthand look at energy-efficient upgrades in action.
Drafty homes and leaky ductwork affect both comfort and air quality, while driving up energy costs.
Drafty homes and leaky ductwork affect both comfort and air quality, while driving up energy costs.
May 23, 2025 at 8:55 PM
A heartfelt thank you to Rachel and Chase Loomer for welcoming us into their home and providing a firsthand look at energy-efficient upgrades in action.
Drafty homes and leaky ductwork affect both comfort and air quality, while driving up energy costs.
Drafty homes and leaky ductwork affect both comfort and air quality, while driving up energy costs.
Thanks to all who joined us this week, both in person and online, for our training sessions on the 2021 Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code updates!
With 100+ people registered, it's clear there’s interest in the new energy conservation requirements, and we’re proud to help guide the industry.
With 100+ people registered, it's clear there’s interest in the new energy conservation requirements, and we’re proud to help guide the industry.
May 23, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Thanks to all who joined us this week, both in person and online, for our training sessions on the 2021 Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code updates!
With 100+ people registered, it's clear there’s interest in the new energy conservation requirements, and we’re proud to help guide the industry.
With 100+ people registered, it's clear there’s interest in the new energy conservation requirements, and we’re proud to help guide the industry.
Leaky ducts = lost money and comfort.
During a recent audit, we found that nearly 30% of Erik and Emily’s conditioned air was leaking out of their ductwork before ever reaching living spaces.
During a recent audit, we found that nearly 30% of Erik and Emily’s conditioned air was leaking out of their ductwork before ever reaching living spaces.
May 22, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Leaky ducts = lost money and comfort.
During a recent audit, we found that nearly 30% of Erik and Emily’s conditioned air was leaking out of their ductwork before ever reaching living spaces.
During a recent audit, we found that nearly 30% of Erik and Emily’s conditioned air was leaking out of their ductwork before ever reaching living spaces.