Every time an LED bulb lights your space, your bottom line benefits from decades of energy-efficiency policy. And it's not just lighting—when the Department of Energy finalized new appliance standards in December 2023, it projected those updates...

“Wait, how did our power bill jump again?”

Most facility teams have asked that question with pure disbelief, knowing that everything else — including operating hours, production hours, staffing, and set-points — remained unchanged. The...

Imagine opening your booking engine tomorrow and finding every other listing wearing a shiny “eco-certified” badge, except yours. That moment is closer than most hoteliers think. Buildings already account for nearly 40% of the world’s energy-related...

Now that Emerald Built Environments is part of the Crete United family of companies, we’re proud to be connected to a nationwide network that delivers a full suite of services to help our clients save costs and improve building performance. 

Shifts in environmental policy are driving significant changes in the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) world, particularly when it comes to refrigerants. High-Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants like R-410A are being phased...

Sustainability in building design isn’t just about energy efficiency or reducing waste — it’s about creating spaces that work smarter, last longer, and support both people and the planet. That’s where LEED BD+C (Building Design and Construction) and

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 ...

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,...

When it comes to running a building efficiently, there's no one-size-fits-all approach. Buildings are unique in location, design, function, and operational systems. Optimizing these factors is critical in reducing operational costs and limiting...