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Introducing our BPS Management Solution

Exciting news GreenT Climate Software! Our first solution is ready to help you stay in compliance with Building Performance Standards. Watch here to learn more.

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What is the Value of a Green Loan in Multifamily?

Green Loans are a type of loan product where owners can invest in green designations or efficiency upgrades in exchange for discounted closing costs and reduced interest rates beyond what may be available to a property in a conventional loan product. Looking at Green Loans for your portfolio? You will want to read more here.

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Budgeting and Building Performance Standards

The Multifamily industry is in its budgeting season. At GreenT, we hope you are integrating Building Performance Standards, Enhanced Benchmarking, and solutions into the process. Read more to find out why.


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Video Discussion on BPS

Ryan Holmes and Mary Nitschke discuss the challenges, pro-tips and potential for positive outcome of Building Performance Standards in Multifamily.

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Los Angeles EBEWE (not quite BPS)

Technically not a Building Performance Standard (BPS), the city of Los Angeles, California has requirements beyond a simple compliance benchmark that owners and operators should be aware of and prepared to solve for.  Since 2017, Los Angeles has had the Existing Buildings Energy and Water Efficiency (EBEWE) Program, that requires existing buildings to benchmark annually and perform Audits and Retro-Commissioning every five years. It's considerable. Do you know what you need to know?

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How do EV Charging Stations at your Property Affect Your BPS Compliance?

Between ESG Goals, building requirements and resident demand, property owners are increasingly considering the installation of Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations. While this is a commendable step towards electrification and the reduction of fossil fuels, it is essential to understand how these stations interact with Building Performance Standards (BPS) compliance and the ways that you can ensure EV’s help and not hurt your BPS performance.

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Mary Nitschke and Molly Wasserman Mary Nitschke and Molly Wasserman

Energy Use in Multifamily

Buildings and their associated energy usage account for nearly ⅓ of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. With Building Performance Standards and energy efficiency regulation emerging, energy efficiency is a priority and we talk about why.

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Overturning of Chevron Deference

What does the Supreme Court overturn of Chevron Deference mean for multifamily operators with respect to Building Performance Standards (“BPS”) requirements? How does it effect your ability to access funds available through the Inflation Reduction Act (“IRA”)?

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Mary Nitschke and Molly Wasserman Mary Nitschke and Molly Wasserman

Is the grid ready for fully renewable energy?

Although many markets have made adjustments to the grid and their meters, the old infrastructure still is in operation today in some areas. The grid can effect your property’s energy use intensity. It is good to know about your grid as you look at electrification and renewables.

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Mary Nitschke and Molly Wasserman Mary Nitschke and Molly Wasserman

Washington DC BEPS

Washington DC’s Building Energy Performance Standard (BEPS) is requiring buildings to benchmark energy and water usage and comply with energy usage limits to avoid penalties. Fines for noncompliance are up to $10 per sf…Are you ready?

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Mary Nitschke and Molly Wasserman Mary Nitschke and Molly Wasserman

BERDO

Boston’s Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance (BERDO) is requiring buildings to meet emissions limits and report their energy consumption. Check out the basics of the regulation here:

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Why renewable energy matters

Renewable energy is all the rage, but why does it matter? Let’s talk about what renewable energy is, why it’s important, and debunk some myths!

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Seattle Building Emissions Performance Standard (BEPS)

Seattle has committed to net zero emissions by 2050, with the Seattle Building Energy Performance Standard (BEPS) as one of their initiatives. Check out if your building falls under the policy and what you need to do to avoid any fines!

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What are Scope 3 Emissions?

Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are often confusing and complicated to understand. Check out what they are and why they matter!

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Energize Denver - Denver Building Performance Standard

Energize Denver is a building performance standard (BPS) policy impacting the City and County of Denver, CO. We laid out the basics to help you stay in compliance and avoid unnecessary fines!

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