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The term “building data exchange" has been used for a decade to describe the transfer of data between different software tools used during various stages of building design. The field of data exchange is complex with no single solution that works for all use cases. This seminar will address the following issues related to building data exchange: The current state of data exchange from the perspective of the auditing engineer, how ASHRAE Building EQ takes advantage of interoperability to allow for easier data input and what is being done to improve interoperability schemas so that workflows are smoother between software tools.

1. The State of Building Data Exchange for Energy Analysis
   Nicholas Long, P.E., Member, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Golden, CO
2. Methods for Reducing the Cost of Delivering Ashrae Building EQ Scores
   Chris Balbach, P.E., BEMP, Associate Member, Performance Systems Development, Ithaca, NY
3. Why BIM and BEM Software Interoperability Is More Important Than Ever and What Is Being Done to Improve It
   Stephen Roth, P.E., Member, Carmel Software, San Rafael, CA