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Earth Day 2025 – Powering Our Future with Renewable Energy

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. 

Bracing for Change: Navigating the Phase-Out of High-GWP Refrigerants

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...

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...

Discover Fitwel: Creating Health-Forward Spaces

Are you the person who walks on the treadmill during video calls? Or maybe who stands up mid-call when your health monitor reminds you to go for a walk? A gym in the office building or apartment complex are amenities of the past: they only check one...

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.

LEED v5 Unpacked: Key Certification Changes for Buildings and Interiors

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

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,...