Cyclone Energy Group

High Performance Building Consultants

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About the firm

Established in 2012, Cyclone Energy Group is a Chicago-based building performance and commissioning engineering practice. It provides energy modeling, commissioning, sustainability certification support, decarbonization planning, and building monitoring services across all stages of the commercial building life cycle. Operating throughout the United States, Cyclone serves designers, contractors, developers, owners, and property managers on projects ranging from high-rise office towers and healthcare facilities to educational, hospitality, and industrial properties.

Established
2012
Team
Small
Firm type
Simulation Engineering

Credentials

AIA (American Institute of Architects) · BEAP (Building Energy Assessment Professional) · BECxP (Building Enclosure Commissioning Professional) · BEMP (Building Energy Modeling Professional) · C.E.M. (Certified Energy Manager) · CxA (Certified Commissioning Authority) · CxA+BE (Certified Commissioning Authority + Building Enclosure) · CxTS · Certified Infrared Thermographer · CPHC (Certified Passive House Consultant) · E.I.T. (Engineer In Training) · EMP (Energy Management Professional) · FAA 106 sUAS Remote Pilot · Fitwel Ambassador · Florida Green Professional · GGP (Green Globes Professional) · LEED AP · LEED AP BD+C · LEED AP ID+C · LEED AP O+M · LEED Green Associate · LFA (Living Future Accreditation) · LUMA Institute Certified Practitioner · NGBS Verifier · P.E. (Professional Engineer) · PHIUS+ Verifier · QCxP (Qualified Commissioning Process Provider) · WELL AP · WELL PT Agent (Performance Testing)

Capabilities

Commissioning & Testing

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Verifies that mechanical, electrical, plumbing, life-safety, and building envelope systems meet owner performance requirements and regulatory standards. The practice provides comprehensive testing and measurement verification, including LEED fundamental and enhanced commissioning levels.

  • Fundamental Commissioning
  • Enhanced Commissioning
  • Building Enclosure Commissioning
  • Retro-Commissioning
  • Monitoring-Based Commissioning
  • Measurement and Verification
  • Indoor Air Quality Testing
  • Drone Imaging & Thermal Scanning

Simulation & Modeling

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Uses sophisticated building performance simulation software to create virtual models that predict and analyze the energy use of a building. These simulations evaluate comparative design scenarios, demonstrate certification and code compliance, and support research initiatives.

  • Energy Modeling
  • Calibrated Energy Modeling
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics
  • Carbon Life-Cycle Modeling
  • Net-Zero Modeling
  • Energy Code Modeling & Consulting

Sustainability Certifications

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Provides strategic guidance and technical coordination for design and construction teams pursuing green building standards. The practice acts as a trusted energy adviser through the transition from design to occupancy, coordinating critical documentation to streamline the certification process.

  • LEED Certifications
  • WELL Certifications
  • Green Globes
  • Phius
  • Living Futures
  • Fitwel
  • National Green Building Standard

Decarbonization

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Helps building owners, developers, and municipalities establish measurable pathways toward carbon neutrality. These planning services integrate energy modeling, electrification strategies, and renewable energy sourcing to create long-term reduction pathways.

  • Roadmaps and Master Plans
  • Carbon Accounting

Building Monitoring Services

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Optimizes ongoing facility operations through subscription-based monitoring platforms and drone-assisted inspections. These solutions provide year-round technical support, comprehensive annual performance reporting, and actionable recommendations to enhance indoor environmental quality and reduce utility costs.

  • airPLAN - Indoor Air Quality Monitoring

    Subscription-based technology and advisory service to track indoor air quality on an ongoing basis and guide adjustments to enhance the indoor environment.

  • energyPLAN - Continuous Energy Optimization

    Continuous performance optimization platform that collects, clarifies, and presents building energy data, supported by year-round technical assistance and annual cost-savings reports.

  • cyFLY - Drone Inspection Services

    High-accuracy commercial drone flights providing high-resolution envelope commissioning, building leak detection, roof surveys, and 3D imaging for tall structures.

Industries

Commercial · Education · Healthcare · Hospitality · Freight & Logistics · Industrial · Retail · Government

Projects

Chicago O'Hare CONRAC

Chicago, IL · Government

Project details

Commissioning services for the Consolidated Rental Car facility at O'Hare International Airport.

NEMA Chicago

Chicago, IL · Multifamily Residential

Project details

LEED consulting, energy modeling, and commissioning for a high-rise residential tower.

One Bennett Park

Chicago, IL · Multifamily Residential

Project details

Energy modeling, fundamental and enhanced commissioning for a luxury residential tower.

McDonald's HQ

Chicago, IL · Commercial · Client: McDonald's

Project details

LEED consulting, energy modeling, measurement and verification, commissioning, atrium smoke exhaust testing, and blackout testing for the corporate headquarters.

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