Stakeholders, tenants, and government officials are pushing real estate companies to adopt impactful ESG (Environmental Social Governance) targets. While at the same time, investors expect ongoing and increasing profits. By effectively managing...

Emerald Built Environments is a sustainability consulting firm. We work on large construction projects (new, renovations, all building types) to help them achieve sustainability goals. We also work with companies and organizations with portfolios to...

In recognition of the 53^rd Earth Day, which occurs every April 22nd, let’s take a moment to reflect on how sustainability and work cross paths.

You've probably heard Gandhi's famous phrase, "Be the change you want to see in the world," and that might have inspired you to, at the bare minimum, bring your travel cup to the coffee counter this morning. The truth is "being the change" can feel...

WELL Certification empowers companies to create more intentional, healthier, and productive workplaces that benefit employees and business owners. In short, WELL uses a set of standards, design concepts, and operational policies that transform how...

This past year marked a significant milestone in fighting global climate change. The 27th iteration of the Conference of Parties, also known as COP27, occurred in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, in November 2022.

In a recent blog, we talked about the journey of a sustainable building from the idea stage to decommissioning. One of the characteristics of a sustainable building is one or more third-party certifications, such as LEED, WELL, Fitwel, NGBS, or...

As the world takes action to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions, many tactics are lumped under the term “sustainability”. Investors, developers, and communities are starting to demand more ethical and environmental practices from businesses....

Careful consideration of the building envelope is essential to all modern construction and renovation projects. Whether you seek enhanced LEED certification or a more efficient building design, Building Envelope Commissioning (BECx) will play an...