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Laura Steinbrink

Ms. Steinbrink has over eleven years of experience leading project teams to discover and implement sustainability goals in business and the built environment. She grew Emerald Built Environments over that time to an internationally-sought after partner to owners and their architects and project teams. Ms. Steinbrink excels at facilitating eco-charrettes and strategy sessions that align the owner’s business and financial objectives with their renovation and new construction projects thereby establishing clear goals and strategies for project delivery. Her experience spans heavy industry to retail, housing, commercial, education, medical facilities and roads and bridges.

Powering a Greener Future: How AI Drives Efficiency in Sustainability

In today’s world where businesses are confronted with rising operational costs, intensifying climate challenges, and growing public sentiment towards sustainability, organizations across every sector are actively seeking tools that can help them cut...

Emerald Gives 2025: A Catalyst for Sustainable, Nonprofit Leadership

With over $500 billion flowing into U.S. charities annually, the potential for transformative impact is immense. Yet, writing a check often merely scratches the surface of what communities really need. That’s why partnerships between businesses and...

Beyond the Obvious: Uncovering Hidden GHG Emissions in Buildings

We tend to focus on energy consumption when discussing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in buildings, and for good reason. Lighting systems, heating, and air conditioning are often the most visible contributors.

EU and State Laws: A Ripple Effect on U.S. Sustainability

In many areas, America is recognized as a leader and innovator, yet sustainability remains an exception — particularly in the realm of regulatory frameworks and standards that govern reporting, compliance, and best practices. For decades, the ...

How Sustainable Cities Are Shaping Property Management

Across the country, property owners and managers are navigating a changing landscape — one shaped by evolving regulations, environmental challenges, and shifting market expectations. From carbon reduction targets to water conservation incentives,...

The Growing Intersection of Private Equity and Sustainability

Private equity might not be the first thing that comes to mind when considering sustainability. Images of green-tech startups and grassroots nonprofits typically fill that space, right? However, times are changing — and fast.

Revitalizing Aging Buildings: Top Energy Efficiency Upgrades

When it comes to older buildings, the reality often involves disproportionately high energy bills and less-than-ideal comfort for the people working or living inside. Aging HVAC systems, poor insulation, and outdated lighting can lead to drafty...

The Top 10 Blogs of 2024

2024 was a year of extremes and action in the sustainability world. Record-breaking weather events and shifting climate patterns underscored the urgency of addressing global challenges, while bold advancements in building decarbonization and...

Sustainability Codes: How U.S. States Are Pushing Green Standards Forward

From solar panels on rooftops to EV chargers in parking lots, green infrastructure is becoming part of everyday life. But these changes aren’t just a sign of shifting preferences — they’re a result of deliberate policies driving innovation. Solar...