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Sustainable Business Solutions: Tracking GHG Emissions with Software

Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions has been a sustainability buzzword for the last decade. As a result, reporting on emissions is becoming more common for businesses of all sizes. This translates to more public, investor, and policy pressure for all...

The Power of Sustainable Design Guidelines

Sustainable design is crucial to creating environmentally friendly, healthy, and supportive spaces. Furthermore, it is a core requirement for achieving sustainability certifications like LEED and WELL.

Key Building Management Practices for Existing Buildings

It’s not a far stretch for many of us in the real estate world to relate to the phase “because we’ve always done it that way.” When it comes to building operations and maintenance, routines are helpful. Having set points for heating and cooling, and...

10 Ways to Be More Sustainable at Work

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

One Step at a Time

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...

The Journey of a Sustainable Building

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....

The Role of Building Envelope Commissioning in Sustainable Design

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...

Why You Should Care About Materiality

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting is an increasingly important consideration for businesses in all industries. The days of ‘profit over all else’ are behind us. This is confirmed through studies, public pressure, and industry...

Fast Track to LEED in 2023

If you are interested in future-proofing your build, reaping the benefits of tax incentives, and meeting ESG targets, LEED Certification is the perfect place to start.