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Benefits of energy monitoring software for real estate and facilities
Energy costs are one of the largest and most unpredictable expenses for property owners and facility operators. With increasing pressure to cut emissions, meet ESG standards and deliver comfortable, cost-efficient spaces for occupants, effective ener…
Decarbonising healthcare estates: Why smart energy management is now essential infrastructure
By Kevin Gilhooly, Interim Healthcare Solutions Lead, MRI Software. With the deadline for updated NHS Green Plans now behind us, the focus for estates leaders has shifted decisively from planning to proving. For those tasked with managing healthcare …
What is building commissioning? A guide for smarter energy management
In today’s built environment, energy efficiency and performance are no longer optional extras – they are essential requirements for every organisation aiming to reduce costs, meet sustainability targets and create safe, comfortable spaces for p…
Explaining power factor correction
Facilities managers and business leaders are under growing pressure to cut energy costs, run operations more efficiently and extend the life of essential equipment. Every unit of wasted electricity adds unnecessary expense, reduces system capacity an…
Energy management KPIs
Understanding how and where energy is used across your business is the first step toward improving efficiency and reducing waste. The challenge is that many organisations are overwhelmed by data, capturing every figure without knowing which metrics …
What is a commercial HVAC retrofit?
A commercial HVAC retrofit refers to upgrading or replacing key components of an existing heating, ventilation and air conditioning system to improve performance, efficiency and compliance with current standards. Instead of replacing the entire syste…
What is fault detection and diagnostics (FDD) in buildings?
In modern buildings efficiency and reliability are everything. Whether it’s an office tower, hospital or university campus, building systems like HVAC, lighting and energy management must work seamlessly to deliver comfort, safety and cost-effectiven…
What is emergency maintenance?
Facilities and property managers deal with a wide range of maintenance tasks, but few are as urgent or high-stakes as emergency maintenance. This type of repair work is triggered by critical failures or safety hazards that demand immediate attention.…