District energy systems are gaining momentum across the globe. As traditional “heating-only” systems no longer meet current needs, Integral Group has developed innovative, “next generation” district energy solutions that offer stellar environmental performance. These systems provide both heating and cooling, flexibility to accommodate “low-carbon” and “low-exergy” sources, and cutting-edge energy conversion technologies. Using our local and global case studies, this presentation will introduce the “next… Read more⇒

We are pleased to announce the appointment of William Overturf III as our new Chief Executive Officer and President. Bill succeeds Kevin Hydes, who takes on a new role as Chair of Integral Group's Board and Founder for the firm, having led Integral’s growth to more than 800 employees across 21 offices over the past decade. Bill is a mechanical engineer with over 35 years… Read more⇒

The 87,300 square-foot Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Office Building completed a 12-month Zero Net Energy operation monitoring period. As anticipated through Integral Group's modeling efforts, the photovoltaic (PV) energy produced and captured on-site exceeds the amount of energy used during full occupancy, verifying this project is operating at Zero Net Energy. Integral Group worked with local Bay Area architect HPS to combat the design… Read more⇒

The Design-Build Institute of America announced its winners for the 2019 National Design-Build Merit Awards. Integral Group’s project Google 1212 Bordeaux Offices won the National Award of both Merit and Excellence in the commercial/office category. Projects are judged against the Design-Build Done Right™ standard criteria, and winning projects demonstrate effective schedule and cost performance, as well as exemplify the principles of effective processes, interdisciplinary teamwork,… Read more⇒

Oakland, California – (October 30, 2019) – Kevin Hydes, Integral Group’s Founder and CEO receives a 2019 Leadership Award from the U.S. Green Building Council   Kevin will be recognized at the USGBC Leadership Awards Ceremony taking place on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 during the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Atlanta.   “Our Leadership Award recipients remind us that taking action – big or small – has the power… Read more⇒

Integral Group is thrilled to announce fourth quarter honors from various respected industry groups in California including the American Institute of Architects, Los Angeles, Engineering News-Record California, New Buildings Institute and the San Diego Green Building Council. Our end-of-year suite of awards include the following: 2019 ZNE School Leadership Awards / New Building Institute With more than 80 Zero Net Energy (ZNE) schools in operation… Read more⇒

The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) annual conference, hosted in Spokane, WA, is the largest stage in North America to exchange models, polices, research, collaborations and transformative actions that advance sustainability in higher education and surrounding communities. This year’s conference is focused on co-creating a Sustainable Economy with speakers tackling the root cause of the continued ride in carbon emissions:… Read more⇒

The VERGE 19 conference and expo in Oakland on October 22-23 provides a platform for attendees from the private and public sectors, utilities, solution providers, NGOs, and start-ups to come together to explore scalable, cross-cutting solutions and to advance the most dynamic and influential markets driving a sustainable future. Integral Group’s Chief Sustainability Officer, Megan White, and Managing Principal, Andrea Traber, will be presenting at… Read more⇒

Integral Group is delighted to announce Andréa Traber as managing principal for Integral Group's Oakland and San Jose offices, a leadership role to which she brings over twenty years of experience in sustainable design, engineering and strategy. Andréa will be responsible for guiding the growth of our engineering and consulting teams within the Bay Area, while continuing her work with leading clients and cities as… Read more⇒

A diverse and inclusive employee community is fundamental to Integral Group’s resiliency as a firm. Becoming a parent is a life-changing event, and it essential to our success to support our employees through this important transition. In our ongoing commitment to equity and diversity within our group, and to provide a family-friendly workplace, Integral Group is pleased to announce that a firm-wide Paid Parental Leave… Read more⇒