Sustainable Facilities
& Infrastructure Lab

Myers-Lawson School of Construction • Virginia Tech

 
 

Here’s a list of the JOURNAL AND CONFERENCE PAPERS generated by members of the SFI Lab, including refereed journal papers, refereed educational modules and reports, refereed conference papers, and non-refereed conference papers and extended abstracts. Some publications are available for download. For information on these publications, please contact Dr. Pearce at apearce@vt.edu.

Refereed Journal Papers

  1. 1.    Tucker, J., Pearce, A.R., Bruce, R., McCoy, A.P., and Mills, T.H. (submitted). “The Self-Perceived Benefits of Green Professional Credentials in the Building Design and Construction Community,” Under revision for second review in Construction Management and Economics.

  2. 2.    Ahn, Y.H. and Pearce, A.R. (accepted). “Green Luxury: A Case Study of Two Green Hotels,” Under revision for publication in the Journal of Green Building.

  3. 3.    Bhattacharjee, S., Reichard, G., Beliveau, Y., Pearce, A.R., and McCoy, A. P. (submitted). “An Evaluation Approach of Socio Economic Factors Affecting Household Energy Consumption.” Submitted for possible publication in Energy Efficiency.

  4. 4.    Langar, S. and Pearce, A.R. (submitted). “Routinization of Sustainable Facility Innovations in the Public Sector: A LEED Credit Analysis,” Submitted for peer review and possible publication in the Journal of Green Building.

  5. 5.    Ahn, Y.H. and Pearce, A.R. (submitted). “Greening Affordable Housing through Applying Green Building Strategies and Community Development Block Grant: Case Study of Roanoke & Lee Street CDBG Housing Project.” Submitted for review and possible publication in Habitat International.

  6. 6.    Ahn, Y.H., Wang, Y., Wang, G., and Pearce, A.R. (submitted). “Drivers and Barriers of Sustainable Design and Construction: The Perception of Green Building Experience.” Submitted for review and possible publication in the Journal of Construction Engineering and Management (ASCE).

  7. 7.    Ahn, Y.H., Kwon, H., and Pearce, A.R. (2012). “Key Competencies for U.S. Construction Graduates: An Industry Perspective,” Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice, 138(2).

  8. 8.    Pearce, A.R. and Ahn, Y.H. (In press). “Strategic entry points for sustainability in university construction and engineering curricula,” International Journal of Sustainable Development.

  9. 9.    McCoy, A.P., Ahn, Y.H., and Pearce, A.R. (2012). “Towards Establishing Diffusion Barriers for Innovative Green Building Products: A Survey of SIPS Builders.” Journal of Green Building, 7(3).

  10. 10.    Ahn, Y.H., Choi, Y.O., Koh, B.W., and Pearce, A.R. (2011). “Sustainable Design Process for Learning Environments: Lowering Energy Consumption in a K-12 Facility.” Journal of Green Building, 6(4).

  11. 11.    Ahn, Y.H., Pearce, A.R., and Ku, K. (2011). “Paradigm Shift of Green Buildings in the Construction Industry,” International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology and Urban Development, 2(1), 52-62.

  12. 12.    Boyle, C., Mudd, G., Mihelcic, J.R., Anastas, P., Collins, T., Culligan, P., Edwards, M., Gabe, J., Gallagher, P., Handy, S., Kao, J.J., Krumdieck, S., Lyles, L.D., Mason, I., MacDowall, R., Pearce, A., Riedy C., Russell, J., Schnoor, J.L., Trotz, M., Venables, R., Zimmerman, J.B., Fuchs, V., Miller, S., Page, S., and Reeder-Emery, K. (2010). “Delivering Sustainable Infrastructure that Supports the Urban Built Environment.” Environmental Science and Technology, 44(13), 4836-4840.

  13. 13.    Shenoy, S.B., Pearce, A.R., Garvin, M., and Fiori, C.M. (2010). “Framework for Identifying Key Decision Makers for Institutional Owner Capital Projects,” Accepted for publication in International Journal of Technology, Knowledge, and Society.

  14. 14.    Pearce, A.R., Shenoy, S.B., Fiori, C.M., and Winters, Z. (2010). “The State of Sustainability Best Practices in Construction: A Benchmark Study.” Journal of Green Building, 5(3), 116-130.

  15. 15.    Ahn, Y.H., Pearce, A.R., and Holley, P.H. (2009). “Project Delivery System for Foreign Manufacturers in the United States.” International Journal of Construction Engineering and Research, 5(3).

  16. 16.    Ahn, Y.H., Kwon, H., Pearce, A.R., and Wells, J.G. (2009). “The Systematic Course Development Process: Building a Course in Sustainable Construction for Students in the U.S.A.” Journal of Green Building, 3(4), 169-182.

  17. 17.    Pearce, A.R. (2008). “Sustainable Capital Projects: Leapfrogging the First Cost Barrier,” Civil Engineering and Environmental Systems, 25(4), 291-301.

  18. 18.    Ahn, Y.H. and Pearce, A.R. (2007). “Green Construction: Contractor Experiences, Expectations, and Perceptions,” Journal of Green Building, 2(3), 106-122.

  19. 19.    Keysar, E. and Pearce, A.R. (2007). “Decision Support Tools for Green Building: Facilitating Selection Among New Adopters on Public Sector Projects,” Journal of Green Building, 2(3), 153-171.

  20. 20.    DuBose, J.R., Bosch, S.J., and Pearce, A.R. (2007). “Analysis of Statewide Green Building Policies,” Journal of Green Building, 2(2), 161-177.

  21. 21.    Pearce, A.R., DuBose, J.R., and Bosch, S.J. (2007). “Green Building Policy Options in the Public Sector,” Journal of Green Building, 2(1), 156-174.

  22. 22.    Bosch, S.J. and Pearce, A.R. (2003). “Sustainability in Public Facilities: Analysis of Guidance Documents,” Journal of Performance of Constructed Facilities, Special Issue on Facilities Design and Management, 17(1), 9-18.

  23. 23.    Pearce, A.R. and Vanegas, J.A. (2002). “A Parametric Review of the Built Environment Sustainability Literature,” International Journal of Environmental Technology and Management, Special Issue on Sustainability and the Built Environment, 2(1), 54-93.

  24. 24.    Pearce, A.R. and Vanegas, J.A. (2002). “Defining Sustainability for Built Environment Systems,” International Journal of Environmental Technology and Management, Special Issue on Sustainability and the Built Environment, 2(1), 94-113.

  25. 25.    Pearce, A.R., Gregory, R.A., and Williams, L.E. (1999). “Range Estimating for Risk Management Using Artificial Neural Networks,” Journal of Parametrics, 14(1), 3-32.

  26. 26.    Gregory, R.A. and Pearce, A.R. (1999). “Cost Effective Allocation of Research Funds for the Development of Emerging Technologies.” Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice, 125(3), 88-93.


Refereed Educational Modules and Reports

  1. 1.    Pearce, A.R. and Fiori, C.M. (2009). “Sustainable Construction Benchmarking: Guidelines and Protocols for Undergraduate Internships,” Engineering Pathway, National Engineering Education Delivery System (NEEDS), http://www.engineeringpathway.com.

  2. 2.   Vanegas, J.A., Hastak, M., Pearce, A.R., and Maldonado, F. (1998). A Framework and Practices for Cost-Effective Engineering in Capital Projects in the A/E/C Industry. Construction Industry Institute, Austin, TX.


Refereed Conference Papers

1.Pearce, A.R., Short, K.L., and Fiori, C.M. (2012). “Synergistic Learning and Inquiry through Characterizing the Environment for Sustainability: An Internship-Based Benchmarking Process for Sustainability Innovations,” Proceedings, ASEE Annual Conference, San Antonio, TX, June 10-13.

2.Valdes-Vasquez, R., Pearce, A.R., and Clevenger, C. (2012). “Teaching Social Sustainability in Sustainable Construction and Infrastructure Courses: A Collaborative Approach,” Proceedings, Construction Research Congress, West Lafayette, IN.

3.Sanford-Bernhardt, K.L., Pearce, A.R., and Garvin, M.J. (2011). “Sustainability and Socio-Enviro-Technical Systems: A Prototype Agent-based Model to Generate Inputs for Costing Capital Facilities,” Proceedings, Winter Simulation Conference, Phoenix, AZ.

4.Pearce, A.R., McCoy, A.P., Smith-Jackson, T., Edwards, M., Pruden, A., and Bagchi, R. (2011). "Designing a Sustainable Built Environment: A Hazards Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) Approach." Proceedings, CIB W099 Conference 2011: Prevention - Means to the End of Safety and Health Injuries, Illnesses, and Fatalities, Washington, DC, August 24-26.

5.Pearce, A.R., Sanford Bernhardt, K.L., and Garvin, M.J. (2011). “Costing Sustainable Capital Projects: A Socio-Enviro-Technical Perspective.” Proceedings, Strengthening the Green Foundation: Research and Policy Directions for Development and Finance Conference, March 10-11, New Orleans, LA.

6.Landis, A.E., Bilec, M.M., Klotz, L., and Pearce, A.R. (2011). “Lessons learned from a Distance Learning Research Methods Course co-taught by Clemson, University of Pittsburgh, and Virginia Tech.” Proceedings, American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference, June 26-29, Vancouver, BC.

7.Ahn, Y.H., Kim, H.J., Choi, Y.O., and Pearce, A.R. (2011). “Sustainable Design and Construction for Healthy Living Environments for Elders with Dementia.” Proceedings of the International Conference on Sustainable Design & Construction (ICSDC 2011). Kansas City, MO, March 23-25.

8.Ahn, Y.H., Choi, Y.O., and Pearce, A.R. (2011). “Sustainable Luxury: Case Studies of Two LEED Platinum Hotels.” Proceedings of the International Conference on Sustainable Design & Construction (ICSDC 2011). Kansas City, MO, March 23-25.

9.Pearce, A.R., Sanford-Bernhardt, K, and Garvin, M.J. (2010). “Sustainability and Socio-Enviro-Technical Systems: Modeling Total Cost of Ownership in Capital Facilities.” Proceedings, 2010 Winter Simulation Conference, Baltimore, MD.

10.Pearce, A.R. (2010). “Costing Sustainable Capital Projects: The Human Factor.” Proceedings, 2010 Conference, New Zealand Society for Sustainable Engineering and Science, Auckland, NZ.

11.Pearce, A.R. (2010). “Strategic Entry Points for Sustainability in University Construction and Engineering Curricula.” Proceedings, 2010 Conference, New Zealand Society for Sustainable Engineering and Science, Auckland, NZ.

12.Pearce, A.R., Sanford-Bernhardt, K, and Garvin, M.J. (2010). “Sustainability and Capital Projects: Modeling the Emergent Property of Total Cost of Ownership.” Proceedings, 2010 Conference, New Zealand Society for Sustainable Engineering and Science, Auckland, NZ.

13.Pearce, A.R., Fiori, C.M., Short, K.M., and Novak, V. (2010). “Synergistic Learning & Inquiry through Characterizing the Environment for Sustainability (SLICES): Improving Understanding of Real World Systems through Observation & Reflection,” Proceedings, ASEE Regional Conference, Blacksburg, VA, April.

14.Pearce, A.R. and Ahn, Y.H. (2010). “Greening the Educational Experience: Strategic Entry Points for Sustainability in Existing Curricula,” Proceedings, ASEE Regional Conference, Blacksburg, VA, April 18-20.

15.Augsburger, K. and Pearce, A.R. (2010). “Undergraduate Civil Engineering Sustainability Education Metric (UCESEM): Benchmarking Civil Engineering Program Performance,” Proceedings, ASEE Regional Conference, Blacksburg, VA, April.

16.Ahn, Y.H., Kwon, H., Pearce, A.R., and Shin, H. (2010). “Key Competencies for U.S. Construction Graduates: An Exploratory Factor Analysis.” Proceedings, 2010 Associated Schools of Construction Conference, Boston, MA, April 7-10.

17.Pearce, A.R. and Ahn, Y.H. (2009). “Greening Engineering and Construction Education: Strategic Entry Points for Sustainability in Existing Curricula,” Proceedings of the International Conference on Construction Engineering and Management/Project Management (ICCEM-ICCPM 2009). Jeju, Korea, May 27-30.

18.Kwon, H., Ahn, Y.H., Wells, J.G., and Pearce, A.R. (2009). “Sustainable Engineering: Systematic Course Development for Undergraduate Engineering Students in the United States.” PATT -21 Research on Teaching and Learning Technology and Engineering in Multidisciplinary Context, Louisville, KY.

19.KY. Ahn, Y.H. and Pearce, A.R. (2009). “Green Construction: U.S. Contractors’ Status and Perceptions,” Proceedings of the International Conference on Construction Engineering and Management/Project Management (ICCEM-ICCPM 2009). Jeju, Korea, May 27-30.

20.Siddiqui, M.Z., Pearce, A.R., Ku, K., Langar, S., Ahn, Y.H., and Jacocks, K. (2009). “Green BIM Approaches to Architectural Design for Increased Sustainability,” Proceedings of the International Conference on Construction Engineering and Management/Project Management (ICCEM-ICCPM 2009). Jeju, Korea, May 27-30.

21.Fiori, C.M. and Pearce, A.R. (2009). “Improving the Internship Experience: Creating a win-win for students, industry, and faculty,” Proceedings, 2009 ASCE Construction Research Congress, Seattle, WA, April 4-7, 1398-1408.

22.Ahn, Y.H., Kwon, H., and Pearce, A.R. (2009). “Sustainable Education for Construction Students,” Proceedings of Associated Schools of Construction Conference, Gainesville, FL, April 1-4.

23.Pearce, A.R. (2008). “Sustainability at the Installation Scale: A Comparison of LEED-Based and Systems-Based Sustainability Assessment for Military Bases,” Proceedings of the International Conference on Sustainability Engineering and Science, New Zealand Society for Sustainability Engineering and Science, Auckland, New Zealand, December 9-12.

24.Pearce, A.R. (2008). “Measuring the Sustainability of Infrastructure Systems: Information Requirements and Desiderata,” Proceedings of the International Conference on Sustainability Engineering and Science, New Zealand Society for Sustainability Engineering and Science, Auckland, New Zealand, December 9-12.

25.Ahn, Y.H., Kwon, H., Pearce, A.R., and Wells, J.G. (2008). “Integrated Sustainable Construction: A Course in Construction for Students in the U.S.A.,” Proceedings, American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, April.

26.Pearce, A.R. and McCoy, A.P. (2007). “Creating an Educational Ecosystem for Construction: A Model for Research, Teaching, and Outreach Integration and Synergy,” Proceedings, Construction Research Congress, May 6-8, Grand Bahamas Island.

27.Pearce, A.R. and Maxey, D.E. (2007). “Construction Principles for the Future: A Revised Approach to Teaching the Basics,” Proceedings, Construction Research Congress, May 6-8, Grand Bahamas Island.

28.Pearce, A.R., Gregory, R.A., and Vanegas, J.A. (2000). “Resource Allocation and Problem Prioritization for Sustainable Facilities and Infrastructure.” Proceedings, Construction Congress VI, February 20-22, Orlando, FL.

29.Vanegas, J.A. and Pearce, A.R. (2000). “Drivers for Change: An Organizational Perspective on Sustainable Construction.” Proceedings, Construction Congress VI, February 20-22, Orlando, FL, 406-415.

30.Reeves, J., et al. (Pearce is 5th author). (1999). “Change Agents: Immediately Implementable Teaching and Educational Hints from the Engineering Education Scholars Program,” Proceedings, 1999 Annual Conference of the American Society for Engineering Education.


Conference Publications and Extended Abstracts - Non-refereed

1.Pearce, A.R. and Zhai, J. (2011). “Introduction to Sustainable Buildings.” Proceedings, 2011 Frontiers of Engineering Symposium, Mountain View, CA.

2.Langar, S. and Pearce, A.R. (2011). “Observing Perceived Adoption of Innovative Technologies towards Sustainability (ITS).” World Sustainable Building Conference, Helsinki, Finland.

3.Langar, S. and Pearce, A.R. (2011). “Sustainable Innovations and their Routinization in the Public Sector Facilities.” World Sustainable Building Conference, Helsinki, Finland.

4.Langar, S. and Pearce, A.R. (2011). “Routinization of Sustainable Facility Innovations in Public Sector.” Proceedings, College of Architecture and Urban Studies: 2011 Faculty Research Symposium, Blacksburg, VA, February 17-18.

5.Pearce, A.R., Fiori, C.M., Langar, S., and Mitra, C., (2011). “Developing Innovative Data Collection Approach through Student Internship Experience.” Proceedings, College of Architecture and Urban Studies: 2011 Faculty Research Symposium, Blacksburg, Va, February 17-18.

6.Langar, S. and Pearce, A.R. (2011). “A BIM Analysis: Observing Adoption of Innovations towards Sustainability.” Proceedings, College of Architecture and Urban Studies: 2011 Faculty Research Symposium, Blacksburg, VA, February 17-18.

7.Edwards, M., Elfland, C., Pearce, A.R., Lieberman, R., Nguyen, C., and Rhoads, W. (2012). “Water Quality Problems in Green Buildings.” Proceedings, AWWA Annual Conference & Exposition, Dallas, TX, June 10-14.Mitra, C., McCoy, A.P., and Pearce, A.R. (2011). “Establishing Innovativeness and Consumer Preference for Zero Energy Homes.” Proceedings, Engineering Sustainability 2011 Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, April 11-12.

8.Sadhu, N. and Pearce, A.R. (2011). “Lessons Learned in Implementing Sustainable Practices on Public Sector University Projects.” Proceedings, Engineering Sustainability 2011 Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, April 11-12.

9.Pearce, A.R., McCoy, A.P., Smith-Jackson, T., Edwards, M.A., Pruden, A., and Bagchi, R. (2011). “Designing a Sustainable Built Environment: A Hazards Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) Approach.” Proceedings, Engineering Sustainability 2011 Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, April 11-12.

10.Pearce, A.R., Mitra, C., Fiori, C.M., Short, K.M., and Langar, S. (2011). “A Benchmarking System for Sustainable Practice through Student Internships.” Proceedings, Engineering Sustainability 2011 Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, April 11-12.

11.Mitra, C., McCoy, A.P., and Pearce, A.R. (2011). “Establishing Innovativeness and Consumer Preference for Zero Energy Homes.” Proceedings, Engineering Sustainability 2011 Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, April 11-12.

12.Langar, S. and Pearce, A.R. (2011). “Routinizing Innovations Towards Sustainability (ITS): A LEED Credit Analysis.” Proceedings, Engineering Sustainability 2011 Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, April 11-12.

13.Short, K.M., Pearce, A.R., and Fiori, C.M. (2011). “Preparing Students for Internships that Utilize Data Collection.” Center for Instructional Development and Educational Research (CIDER) Annual Conference, Blacksburg, VA,  Feb. 3-4.

14.Pearce, A.R., Mitra, C., Fiori, C.M., Short, K.M., and Langar, S. (2011). “A Benchmarking System for Sustainable Practice through Student Internships.” Proceedings, 27th Annual Research Symposium, Blacksburg, VA, March 23.

15.Mitra, C., Pearce, A.R., and Fiori, C.M. (2011). “Developing Innovative Data Collection Approach through Student Internship Experience.” Center for Instructional Development and Educational Research (CIDER) Annual Conference, Blacksburg, VA, Feb. 3-4.

16.Oberle (Gregory), R.A., Demers, C., and Pearce, A.R. (2010). “Cost Effective Allocation of Research Funds for Early Age Construction Materials and Testing.” Proceedings, 2010 Edinburgh Conference.

17.Pearce, A.R. (2007). “Sustainable Capital Projects: Leapfrogging the First Cost Barrier,” Proceedings of the 2007 Mascaro Sustainable Engineering Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, April 16-18.

18.Pearce, A.R. (2007). “Sustainable Capital Projects: Leapfrogging the First Cost Barrier,” Proceedings of the International Conference on Sustainability Engineering and Science, New Zealand Society for Sustainability Engineering and Science, Auckland, New Zealand, February 20-23.

19.Pearce, A.R. and Carpenter, A. (2005). “Sustainable Facilities & Infrastructure Training: Approaches, Findings, and Lessons Learned,” Proceedings of the 2005 Mascaro Sustainability Initiative Sustainable Engineering Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, April 10-12.

20.Pearce, A.R. (2005). “Leapfrogging the First Cost Barrier in Sustainable Construction: A Taxonomy and Recommendations for the Next Generation of Costing Tools,” Proceedings of the 2005 Mascaro Sustainability Initiative Sustainable Engineering Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, April 10-12.

21.Vanegas, J.A. and Pearce, A.R. (2005). “Technology-enabled Integration of Sustainability in the Life Cycle of Capital Projects,” Proceedings of the 2005 Mascaro Sustainability Initiative Sustainable Engineering Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, April 10-12.

22.Pearce, A.R. (2005). “Systems-Based Sustainability Assessment: A Method and Case Study,” Proceedings of the 2005 Mascaro Sustainability Initiative Sustainable Engineering Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, April 10-12.

23.Pearce, A.R. and DuBose, J.R. (2005). “The Sustainability Knowledge Base: The Right Information to the Right Person at the Right Time,” Proceedings of the 2005 Mascaro Sustainability Initiative Sustainable Engineering Conference, Pittsburgh, PA, April 10-12.

24.Vanegas, J., Johnson, K., and Pearce, A. (2004). “Toward a Living Laboratory for Built Environment Sustainability,” Proceedings of the International Conference on Engineering Education in Sustainable Development - EESD 2004, Barcelona, Spain, October.

25.Vanegas, J. and Pearce, A. (2004). “An Integrated Undergraduate/Graduate Course Sequence in Sustainable Facilities and Infrastructure,” Proceedings of the International Conference on Engineering Education in Sustainable Development - EESD 2004, Barcelona, Spain, October.

26.Pearce, Annie R. and Bosch, Sheila J. (2002). "Sustainable Facilities & Infrastructure Training: Approaches, Findings, and Lessons Learned," Proceedings, Engineering Education and Sustainable Development Conference, Delft, the Netherlands, October 24-26.

27.Vanegas, Jorge A., Pearce, Annie R., and Bosch, Sheila J. (2002). " Built Environment Sustainability: An Integrated Approach to Education, Research, and Outreach," Proceedings, Engineering Education and Sustainable Development Conference, Delft, the Netherlands, October 24-26.

28.Vanegas, Jorge A., Pearce, Annie R. and Bosch, Sheila J. (2002). " An Engineering Undergraduate/Graduate Course on Sustainable Design and Construction," Proceedings, Engineering Education and Sustainable Development Conference, Delft, the Netherlands, October 24-26.

29.Pearce, Annie R. (2002). " Resource Allocation and Problem Prioritization for Sustainable Military Facilities, Infrastructure, and Installations," Proceedings, National Defense Industries Association Conference, Charleston, SC, March 25-28.

30.Oberle (Gregory), R.A. and Pearce, A.R. (2000). “Cost Effective Allocation of Research Funds for the Development of Emerging Technologies.” Proceedings, International Society of Parametric Analysts, 22nd Annual International Conference with European Space Agency, Noordwijk, The Netherlands, May.

31.Pearce, Annie R. and Mogge, John, Col. (2000). "Sustainable Facilities & Infrastructure Training for the Military: An Air Force Reserve Command Case Study," Proceedings, Sixth Annual Joint Services Pollution Prevention Conference, San Antonio, TX, August 22-24, 2000.

32.Augenbroe, G.L.M. and Pearce, A.R. (2000). "Sustainable Construction in the USA: A perspective to the year 2010," Proceedings of the International Conference on World Futures. February 22-25, Sri Lanka, India.

33.Pearce, Annie R. (1999). “Prioritizing Improvement Options for Built Environment Sustainability: The Sustainable Facilities & Infrastructure Program,”  Proceedings, Federal Planning – Approaching the Millenium. Fourth Annual Conference and Workshop of the Federal Planning Division , American Planning Association, Seattle, WA, April 21-23.

34.Jones-Crabtree, Anna J., Pearce, Annie R., and Chen, Victoria C.P. (1998). “Implementing Sustainability Knowledge into the Built Environment: An Assessment of Current Approaches,” 1998 IERC Conference Proceedings, Banff, BC, Canada, May 9-12.

35.Vanegas, J., and Pearce, A. (1997) “Sustainable Design and Construction Strategies for the Built Environment,” Proceedings of the Conference on Building Energy–Ensuring a Sustainable Future of the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA), Cromwell, Connecticut

36.DuBose, Jennifer R. and Pearce, Annie R. (1997). "The Natural Step as an Assessment Tool for the Built Environment," Proceedings of the 1997 CIB Conference on Green Building, Paris, France, June.

37.Pearce, Annie R., DuBose, Jennifer R., and Vanegas, Jorge A. (1996). “Rehabilitation vs. Greenfield Construction Using Sustainability as a Decision Criterion,” Proceedings of the 1996 Green Building Conference, Wilmington, NC, October 7 - 9.

38.Pearce, Annie R., Hastak, Makarand, and Vanegas, Jorge A. (1995). “Sustainability as a Criterion for Construction Materials Selection,” Proceedings of the 1995 NCSBCS Conference on Building Codes and Standards, Albuquerque, NM, November 1 - 4.

39.Pearce, Annie R., and Hastak, Makarand. (1995). “Sustainability and Construction Materials,” Proceedings, 1995 Conference on Computing in Civil Engineering, Berlin, Germany. June 12 -15.

40.Vanegas, Jorge A., DuBose, Jennifer R., and Pearce, Annie R. (1995). “Sustainable Technologies for the Building Construction Industry,” Proceedings of the Symposium on Design for the Global Environment, Atlanta, GA. November 2 - 3.

41.Bullock, Darcy, Garrett, James, Hendrickson, Chris, and Pearce, Annie. (1992). “A Neural Network for Image-Based Vehicle Detection,” Proceedings of the International Conference on Artificial Intelligence Applications in Transportation Engineering, Civil Engineering Research, Ventura, CA. June 2 -4.