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The consideration of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) factors is fast becoming critical to the success of businesses across all sectors and the property management industry is no exception. More than 80% of the buildings that exist today wi…

Competition is always improving and the need to stay ahead of the curve is always present. As the climate crisis is more consistently at the forefront of many people’s minds, the adoption of sustainable practices and implementation of eco-responsible…

As the commercial real estate industry continues to expand and evolve, the importance of energy management has become increasingly apparent. To remain relevant and meet regulatory requirements, real estate occupiers, property owners, and workplace ma…

If you manage a commercial building, ensuring it meets the relevant energy efficiency standards is crucial. Energy standards such as IPMVP (International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol) and ASHRAE  (the American Society of Heating…

How does a lagging power factor affect your energy costs? When evaluating the performance of a building, the main goal is always to reduce energy consumption and costs wherever possible. However, one aspect that is often overlooked in this proc…

What is an energy management system? An energy management system should be an all-encompassing tool for organisations to streamline energy management tasks. It should help businesses analyse their energy usage, identify wastage and facilitate the i…

Cutting costs and improving energy efficiency with an energy management system Looking for a simpler way to consolidate utility and energy data, as well as track energy performance? It might be time to invest in an energy management system (EMS…

Top energy management tips for multi-site organisations For organisations that operate multiple commercial buildings, getting a top-level view of performance group-wide is fundamental and conducive to the success of any energy reduction strateg…