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Decarbonising the NHS Estate: Why Energy Management Systems (EMS) are no longer a nice-to-have
With the next wave of NHS Green Plans due in July 2025, healthcare leaders are under growing pressure to deliver measurable carbon reductions. Kevin Gilhooly, Interim Healthcare Solutions Lead at MRI Software, explains why smart energy management is …
Reducing energy costs through smart building automation, sensor technology and AI
Energy is one of the largest controllable costs in facilities management, and with rising prices, tightening budgets, and ambitious Net Zero targets, the pressure to reduce consumption has never been higher. Advances in smart building automation, sen…
Preventative maintenance and energy savings: Reducing costs through proactive care
In facilities management, the link between asset maintenance and energy performance is undeniable. Equipment that is poorly maintained often consumes more energy, runs less efficiently, and shortens its own lifespan. For facilities managers tasked wi…
5 practical steps to lower utility bills through advanced EMS strategies
Utility costs are a growing concern for facilities managers under pressure to cut operating expenses while maintaining service quality and comfort. The solution lies in leveraging Advanced Energy Management System (EMS) strategies, not just to monito…
EMS vs BMS: Key differences between building and energy management systems
As energy costs rise and sustainability targets grow more ambitious, organisations are increasingly turning to technology to optimise the performance of their buildings. Two key systems in this effort are building management systems (BMS) and energy …
Does energy efficiency affect property values?
Whether you’re managing a residential block, investing in commercial assets or planning a refurbishment, energy performance plays a growing role in how properties are evaluated, marketed and sold. At MRI Software, we understand how energy effic…
The future of commercial property energy management: AI-driven efficiency solutions
As global energy demand rises and sustainability commitments take centre stage, commercial property energy management is facing a necessary transformation. Landlords and facilities managers are under pressure to lower energy costs, meet ESG goals and…
How an energy management policy can reduce costs and improve sustainability
As energy costs rise and environmental regulations tighten, forward-thinking organisations are prioritising energy performance as a core business objective. In this post, we explore how an energy management policy can reduce operational costs, suppor…