New multi-story residential building with commercial spaces on the ground floor, trees, and a street with cars in an urban area.

Simplifying Building Code.
Realizing Savings in Efficiency.

Providing turnkey compliance services to meet design and operational
objectives with an emphasis on Return On Investment.

Green Consulting & Commissioning with an ROI Focus

Green Building Leaders

VCA Green is recognized throughout the Western region as a leader in green building and is recognized nationally for sustainability expertise. The firm delivers expert consulting and technical services for certifications and provides sustainable services from project conception through building operations.

A Focus on ROI

“With the right approach, green makes great business sense.” This philosophy guides the firm in its mission to help clients meet their sustainability goals for value, performance, code compliance, marketability and environmental impact.

Compliance and Code Expertise

VCA Green is a division of VCA Code, consultants with more than 45 years experience providing code administration and plan review services. VCA Green was established on a foundation of detailed code knowledge and compliance solutions and maintains a team that shares a passion for sustainable building.

Comprehensive Service

VCA Green provides comprehensive green building services and commissioning to building owners and architects for residential, multi-family, commercial and non-profit projects. When your objective is Sustainable Opportunities, count on VCA Green.

LEED

With experience certifying projects totaling millions of square feet, our in-house LEED Accredited professional staff have backgrounds in architecture, construction and building maintenance.

HERS

VCA Green provides California Energy Code Title-24 HERS verifications and diagnostic testing and HERS verifications for third-party rating

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

VCA Green provides expert LCA analysis and assessment consulting services for new and existing construction. Want a consultant

GREENPOINT RATED

GreenPoint Rated is a third party-green building rating system administered by Build It Green and is required by several cities in California. Tailored

ENERGY MODELING

VCA Green has expert energy modelers with CABEC certifications. Energy modeling allows project teams to evaluate the projects

45L Tax Credit Consulting

Capitalize on the 45L Energy Efficient Home Tax Credit of $500 to $5000 per unit for newly constructed or substantially renovated 

COMMISSIONING

VCA Green provides commissioning services for LEED, California Energy Code and CalGreen, and general third-party quality assurance.

TRAINING

VCA Green Provides Education on CALGreen, LEED and GreenPoint Rated Workshop Topics Include: CALGreen Residential

179D Tax Deduction Consulting

Unlock the financial benefits of energy-efficient design through the 179D Tax Deduction. This federal incentive rewards energy-conscious

News & Resources

A promotional graphic for Zero Net Energy Knowledge Exchange, featuring the ZNE logo, the words "Questions Answered. Info Shared." and a green banner reading "A Series on Zero Net Energy".

California Continues to Revise
and Refine Title 24 Requirements

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Building Commissioning – Frequently
Asked Questions About Cx and RCx

UCLA Health Training Center building with glass exterior, green sky, and landscaping in the foreground, with news banner about VCA serving as LEED consultant.

Lakers Training Facility
Achieves LEED Platinum

Case Studies

Building with large glass windows, a gray sign showing the number 180, and a covered parking area underneath.
Modern multi-story apartment building with lit windows, palm trees, and people walking on the sidewalk during dusk.
Open-concept living room and kitchen with wood flooring, modern kitchen appliances, a small kitchen island, and a cozy seating area with chairs, a desk, and large windows letting in natural light.