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Baumann Consulting

Name: Baumann Consulting
Address: 1424 K Street NW Ste 500, Washington D.C., DC, 20005, US
Telephone: (202) 608-1334
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Baumann provides sustainability and engineering services for the entire lifecycle of buildings. Founded in Washington, D.C.

Baumann Consulting (Baumann) has expertise in the commercial, institutional, educational and industrial building sectors. Baumann’s services range from energy audits, feasibility studies and development and evaluation of design concepts, to commissioning, M&V and monitoring of building performance and systems. in 2006, Baumann has grown into a transatlantic organization which in 2013 expanded its

presence to the Midwest of the United States (Chicago) and Frankfurt, Germany. “As engineers, architects, planners and consultants, we are driven to elevate high-performance buildings from a niche segment of the market to the industry standard.”

Baumann collaborates with its client partners to develop value-added solutions for green buildings that are durable, comfortable and inexpensive to operate. As engineers, architects, planners and consultants, our team is driven to elevate high performance buildings from a niche segment of the market to the industry standard.

05/20/2026

Congratulations to Host Hotels & Resorts and The Ritz-Carlton O‘ahu, Turtle Bay on achieving LEED Gold certification 🌿🏨

We’re proud to have supported this milestone and to continue partnering with clients who are advancing sustainability, operational performance, and resilience across the hospitality sector.

From rooftop solar PV and energy-efficient systems to water-saving strategies and high-performance operations, this project highlights how sustainability initiatives can be successfully integrated into luxury hospitality environments. 🌞⚡🌱

Congratulations to everyone involved in making this achievement possible! 👏

05/18/2026

Congratulations to Hilton Garden Inn Seattle Downtown on achieving LEED Gold recertification under LEED v4.1 EB:O+M 🌿🏨

Baumann Consulting was proud to support the project team throughout the recertification process. Thank you Torsten and Travis for working on this exciting project.

LEED EBOM recertification reflects a continued commitment to high-performing building operations and long-term environmental stewardship - an important milestone for existing buildings in today’s evolving sustainability landscape.

Congratulations to everyone involved in making this achievement possible! 👏

05/15/2026

🌿 May is Mental Health Awareness Month 🧠

At Baumann Consulting, we believe that caring for our mental health is essential to living and working well - not just in May, but year-round.

In the fast-paced world of building performance and sustainability, it’s easy to prioritize deadlines over downtime. That’s why we’re committed to fostering a workplace culture that supports mental well-being, promotes work-life balance, and an office culture with people in mind.

Here’s how we’re putting that into practice:
✅ Flexible and supportive schedules that empower our team to balance professional responsibilities with personal priorities.
✅ A biophilic office design that incorporates natural light, greenery, and calming materials - creating spaces that not only perform well but help people feel well.
✅ A culture that values open dialogue, empathy, and support - because everyone’s mental health journey is different, and we all benefit when we show up for each other.

Mental Health Awareness Month is a powerful reminder to pause, breathe, check in with ourselves and one another, and ask: What do I need to be well? At Baumann, we’re proud to keep asking - and to keep improving.

💚 You’re not alone. Let’s keep the conversation going.

05/14/2026

Celebrating one year at Baumann Consulting 🎉

Over the past year, Hesham has supported commissioning efforts across a variety of complex projects - helping coordinate teams, review technical documentation, track issues, and verify that building systems perform as intended. From field observations and functional testing to close collaboration with owners, contractors, and design teams, the experience has provided valuable opportunities to grow within the commissioning industry.

One of the things Hesham appreciates most about Baumann is the level of trust and collaboration across teams. The opportunity to take ownership, solve challenges, and contribute to high-performing buildings has made this first year both rewarding and impactful.

Looking forward to what’s ahead! 🚀🏢

05/11/2026

⚡🏢Cut energy. Improve comfort. Future-proof your building.

Baumann is leading DOEE DC's Small Building Retuning Pilot in Washington, DC, helping small buildings (10,000–50,000 sq ft) unlock better performance at low or no cost.

What building owner's get:
✅️ Free building performance assessment
✅️ Implementation of energy-saving measures
✅️ Customized operations & maintenance guidance
✅️ Lower energy costs + improved occupant comfort

Why it matters:
💨 Buildings drive over 70% of DC’s emissions citywide.
🏢 We spend 90% of our time indoors
👩‍⚖️ This pilot helps shape future BEPS compliance pathways

💡 If you own or operate a 10,000–50,000 sq ft building in DC, this is a unique opportunity to improve performance and reduce costs.

We have partnered with IMT on the program, please check out your eligibility for the Small Building Retuning Pilot in DC on their website: https://buff.ly/gGCxZer

05/08/2026

⚠️ Deadline Extension for Maryland Benchmarking Compliance ⚠️

Maryland has officially extended the benchmarking deadline for covered buildings. Benchmarking reports and exemption requests submitted by June 30, 2026 will now be considered timely.

This year also marks the first time third-party verification is required as part of the benchmarking process - adding a new layer of coordination, documentation, and compliance review.

What’s at stake:
• Mandatory third-party verification for benchmarking data
• Increased scrutiny on data quality and reporting
• Risk of non-compliance if requirements are missed

The opportunity:
• Validate your building’s performance
• Identify gaps and improvement areas
• Get ahead of future building performance standards (BEPS)

Baumann is already supporting clients through this new requirement, ensuring a smooth, compliant process from start to finish.

05/07/2026

Warum Simulationen früh entscheiden?

Energiesimulationen werden oft erst in späteren Planungsphasen eingesetzt. Dabei liegt ein großer Mehrwert bereits in der frühen Konzeptphase.

Ein vereinfachtes Gebäudemodell (Simple-Box-Modell) ermöglicht schnelle Abschätzungen und ein frühes Verständnis der Wechselwirkungen zwischen Gebäude, Technik und Betrieb.

🔎 Ein oft unterschätzter Faktor dabei sind die Betriebseinstellungen der TGA-Systeme.
Annahmen zu:
• Betriebszeiten
• Regelstrategien
• Systemparametern
können einen starken Einfluss auf Simulationsergebnisse haben.

Diese Annahmen werden früh gemeinsam mit dem Planungsteam diskutiert, dabei entstehen häufig wichtige Erkenntnisse für die weitere Planung.

💡 Die Analyse der Simulationsergebnisse kann zeigen, dass nicht nur die Gebäudehülle und/oder die Geometrie entscheidend sind, sondern auch der Betrieb und die Regelstrategien.

Ein iterativer Prozess sieht dabei idealerweise so aus:
➡️ Simulation
➡️ Analyse
➡️ Anpassung der Annahmen
➡️ aktualisierte Simulation

Es kann Planungsteams dabei helfen, Zusammenhänge besser zu verstehen und fundiertere Entscheidungen zu treffen. Bereits kleine Anpassungen an Betriebsstrategien oder Systemparametern können die Performance deutlich verbessern.

🚀 Fazit:
Wenn Energiesimulationen früh im Planungsprozess eingesetzt werden und Betriebsannahmen transparent diskutiert werden, können sie den Designprozess aktiv unterstützen und nicht nur die Planung am Ende überprüfen.

💬 Frage an euch:
Wie früh setzt ihr Energiesimulationen in euren Projekten ein?

05/04/2026

🌱Chicago Recap: Advancing LEED v5 Conversations

🏗️🏢 Last week, our team at Baumann Consulting was proud to deliver back-to-back sessions on LEED v5 for Builders and LEED v5 for Designers, with Lacey Hess and John David Wagner leading the conversation.

With 70+ professionals from across the AEC and policy community, it’s clear that LEED v5 is driving the industry toward deeper carbon accountability, resilience, and more integrated project delivery 🌱📊

A big thank you to Illinois Green Alliance and Miranda Wright for bringing the community together and continuing to advance sustainability across the Midwest 🙌

04/29/2026

♻️ Zirkuläres Bauen: Vom Anspruch zur gelebten Praxis

Gestern waren Christian, Lisa Marie und Isabella beim DGNB Ideenlabor „Nachhaltigkeit by Design | Zirkuläre Materialien in der Infrastruktur“ in Offenbach vor Ort 📍.

Die Veranstaltung wurde von der Deutsche Gesellschaft für Nachhaltiges Bauen (DGNB) gemeinsam mit dem Circle organisiert und bot eine starke Plattform für den fachlichen Austausch zu aktuellen Herausforderungen und Lösungsansätzen im zirkulären Bauen im Infrastrukturbereich.

Zirkuläres und CO₂-armes Bauen wandelt sich vom Innovationsansatz hin zur gelebten Planungs- und Baupraxis. Gleichzeitig wird klar, dass dieser Wandel nur mit konsequenter Umsetzung und echter interdisziplinärer Zusammenarbeit gelingt 🤝

🔎 Entscheidend ist jetzt nicht mehr das „Ob“, sondern das „Wie“:
· Welche konkreten Maßnahmen bringen wir bereits heute in die Baupraxis?
· Wie integrieren wir zirkuläre Prinzipien konsequent in die Planung?
· Und wie gelingt es, alle Beteiligten entlang der gesamten Wertschöpfungskette mitzunehmen?

Vielen Dank für den fachlich fundierten Austausch und die wertvollen Impulse!

04/25/2026

June 1 is around the corner. Are you ready to benchmark? ⏳🏢

Buildings in Montgomery County that are over 25,000 sqf are required to complete annual energy benchmarking, and the deadline is quickly approaching. Staying compliant not only avoids penalties ($500/day for initial offences; $750/day for repeat violations) but also provides valuable insight into how your building is performing.

Why benchmarking matters:
1. Meet local benchmarking requirements
2. Identify opportunities to reduce energy costs
3. Improve building performance and tenant comfort
4. Stay ahead of future regulations

If you haven’t started yet, now is the time. Baumann can help streamline the process and ensure your building is set up for success.

Let’s get it done before the deadline. 🌱

04/23/2026

Celebrating 🌍 Earth Day out in the field!

Our colleague Travis had a great time participating in the tenant event at Columbia Square in Washington D.C. alongside fellow vendors and partners, hosted by Hines. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect, share ideas, and highlight ongoing sustainability efforts in action.

We’re especially excited to continue working with Hines on the upcoming LEED recertification at Columbia Square - supporting the next chapter of high-performance, sustainable operations 🌱

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1424 K Street NW Ste 500
Washington D.C., DC
20005

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

(202) 608-1334

Website

http://baumann-us.com/

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