
Symposium on the High Performance Workplace: Presentations Available 
Through case studies and theory this symposium explored issues shaping today’s workplaces, and provided valuable insights on future workplace directions.

What’s Working: Occupant Satisfaction Surveys for Building Evaluation 
CBE’s occupant survey shows how well a building is performing from the perspective of its occupants. Use of the survey also qualifies for LEED-NC 2.2 credit EQ 7.2, for thermal comfort verification.

2012 Livable Buildings Awards Winner: Clif Bar Headquarters in Emeryville, CA 
The Clif Bar HQ demonstrates outstanding sustainable features, keeps their occupants happy, and creatively use flying bikes, all while staying true to their company values.

New Thermal Comfort Tool Available 
Use this web-based tool to predict thermal comfort that meets ASHRAE Standard-55. Includes detailed options for conventional building systems, adaptive comfort, and increased air speeds.

Hot or Not? CBE’s Advanced Thermal Comfort Model 
This tool can used to study the effectiveness of energy saving design strategies, such as facade designs and advanced HVAC systems, in terms of occupant comfort.

