Alares Architects & Engineers
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Sustainability solutions.

Sustainability isn't just a service — it's a commitment. We design and implement solutions tailored to reduce energy consumption, enhance operational efficiency and achieve ambitious environmental goals like net-zero performance.

Solar PV installation

At our Massachusetts office building, we designed and implemented geothermal for heating and cooling, rooftop solar PV to decrease our energy use, and a full LED lighting upgrade. The same forward-thinking approach we apply to our own building, we bring to every facility we serve — measurable savings, federal-grade compliance and a real reduction in carbon footprint.

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Five disciplines that compound into real savings.

01
Energy auditing

Energy auditing is the foundation of any energy-efficiency plan. Comprehensive audits to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for cost savings.

  • Detailed analysis of HVAC, lighting and equipment energy consumption
  • Identification of key energy-saving measures with ROI analysis
  • Compliance with ASHRAE Levels I, II and III audits
  • Recent: audited 80M+ sq ft for VA hospitals — identified $2M+ in annual savings
02
Geothermal feasibility & design

A proven, sustainable way to reduce energy costs and reliance on fossil fuels.

  • Geological site analysis to determine geothermal potential
  • Feasibility studies assessing ROI, cost savings and efficiency
  • Complete system design — ground loops, heat pumps, distribution
  • Recent: Connecticut National Guard system projected to cut heating and cooling costs 30%
03
Advanced metering

Real-time data on energy consumption, empowering facility managers to make informed decisions.

  • Energy meters and submeters by zone or system
  • Real-time monitoring of electricity, gas and water
  • BMS integration with custom dashboards
  • Recent: 60 federal buildings in New England — 15% reduction in energy waste in year one
04
Energy modeling

Predict a building's consumption, optimizing design before construction begins.

  • Performance simulation with eQUEST and EnergyPlus
  • Assessment of envelope, glazing and HVAC tradeoffs
  • LEED certification support through validated savings
  • Recent: 200,000-sq-ft VA medical facility — design adjustments saved $300K
05
Net-zero design

Net-zero buildings balance energy consumption with energy production. We specialize in designing and retrofitting facilities to get there.

  • Integration of on-site renewable energy systems like solar PV and wind
  • Energy-efficient systems and passive design strategies
  • Comprehensive auditing and modeling to plan for net-zero performance
  • Recent: net-zero building for the GSA in Fitchburg, Massachusetts
Approach

Federal-grade sustainability expertise.

Federal expertise

Extensive experience working with federal agencies — full compliance with sustainability mandates.

Proven results

Demonstrated ability to deliver energy savings and meet sustainability goals.

End-to-end

From auditing to design and implementation — comprehensive sustainability services.

Cutting-edge

3D Revit modeling, energy simulation software and integrated metering systems.

Start a project.

Energy audit, geothermal study or full net-zero design? Whatever your goals, we'd be glad to talk.

Headquarters

1990 Main St Downtown,
Suite 750
Sarasota, FL 34236

941.444.0477
Boston Office

248 Copeland Street
Quincy, MA 02169

617.481.6390