When you walk into a new building, it’s easy to notice the surface details: gleaming floors, stylish fixtures, and efficient appliances. What’s less obvious is the “behind-the-scenes” journey that helped shape that building in the first place. From...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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 ...