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Practical information about building energy management, benchmarking compliance, and best practices from our team.
April 13, 2026
How to Choose an Energy Management Consultant for Your Building
What to look for when hiring an energy management consultant. Key questions to ask about their approach, capabilities, and credentials.
Read moreApril 11, 2026
Sub-Metering and Energy Cost Recovery: Getting Paid for What You Provide
How sub-metering helps building owners recover energy costs from tenants, identify billing errors, and improve building energy management.
Read moreApril 9, 2026
Why Benchmarking Accuracy Matters More Than You Think
Inaccurate energy benchmarking data can cost building owners in penalties, missed savings, and compliance risk. Here is why getting the numbers right is worth the investment.
Read moreApril 8, 2026
Balancing Tenant and Guest Comfort with Energy Efficiency in Commercial Buildings
How to improve energy efficiency in commercial and hospitality buildings without sacrificing tenant or guest comfort. Practical approaches to the comfort vs. efficiency tradeoff.
Read moreApril 6, 2026
DC Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS): What Building Owners Need to Know
A guide to Washington DC's Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS), including who is affected, what the penalties are, and how to prepare your building.
Read moreApril 4, 2026
Managing Energy Costs in Commercial Buildings: Where to Start
Practical strategies for reducing energy costs in commercial buildings, from utility bill analysis and procurement to monitoring and operational improvements.
Read moreApril 3, 2026
Energy Audit Types Explained: From Virtual to ASHRAE Level III
Understanding the different types of energy audits for commercial buildings, what each level involves, and how to decide which one your building needs.
Read moreApril 1, 2026
Measurement and Verification (M&V): How to Prove Your Energy Savings Are Real
An introduction to measurement and verification for building owners. What IPMVP is, why M&V matters for energy projects, and how it protects your investment.
Read moreMarch 31, 2026
2026 Building Energy Benchmarking Deadlines: What You Need to Know
A complete guide to 2026 building energy benchmarking deadlines for DC, Chicago, Denver, Vancouver, and Toronto. Key dates, new requirements, and penalties.
Read moreMarch 27, 2026
5 Common Building Energy Benchmarking Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
The most common mistakes building owners make with energy benchmarking filings, from inaccurate utility data to missed verification cycles. Learn how to avoid penalties.
Read moreMarch 25, 2026
What Is Building Commissioning and Why Does Your Building Need It?
A guide to building commissioning, retro-commissioning, and ongoing commissioning for commercial buildings. How it saves energy, reduces costs, and improves occupant comfort.
Read moreMarch 23, 2026
What Is Building Energy Benchmarking and Why Does It Matter?
A plain-language guide to building energy benchmarking requirements, who needs to comply, and how it affects your building's bottom line.
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