The seminar will cover from initial project feasibility and throughout all phases of design and during operations and maintenance everything you need to put the latest life cycle costing tools to work. Step-by-step methods for:

• Developing Guidelines for LCC studies and proposal for their accomplishment
• * Selecting the best design for peak energy efficiency, low materials and construction costs, and cost-effective operation & maintenance
• Applying the latest economic models for energy conservation and greening of the environment
• Conducting accurate economic risk assessments for equipment and material selections
• Financial forecasting using computer spreadsheets and LCC data provided in the appendices
• Performing economic feasibility analyses that allow owners to realize bids that represent quality rather than the lowest cost bidder.

Several actual case studies will be reviewed that show what different methods of life cycle costing look like in action. Economic incentives for the selection of equipment and contractors are also included. Special emphasis will be given to cover the needs of federal government agencies looking to life cycle costing to help optimize their design, construction and operation/maintenance dollars e.g., Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design( LEED), Green Building Design and Sustainability.