Why Profitability Is the Secret Ingredient to Truly Sustainable Buildings

Why Profitability Is the Secret Ingredient to Truly Sustainable Buildings

Sustainable construction often follows the principles of the Triple Bottom Line: People, Planet, and Profits. In this three-part series, we will investigate sustainable construction by examining each of the “Ps” – what it is, why it is important, and the benefits it can bring to your next project. Part 1 of the series focuses on the most scrutinized part of any project – the economics.

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Avoiding the Pitfalls: Data Collection Challenges and Fixes for Accurate GHG Emissions Inventories

Avoiding the Pitfalls: Data Collection Challenges and Fixes for Accurate GHG Emissions Inventories

Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions data can be difficult to find, gather, and accurately collect. Poor data quality or quantity leads to flawed emissions reporting, which can result in greenwashing allegations, regulatory penalties, and misdirected mitigation efforts. Read this post for a breakdown of the most common and critical pitfalls in data collection for GHG inventories and what to do about them.

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Can Federal Funding from the Inflation Reduction Act Be Taken Back?

Can Federal Funding from the Inflation Reduction Act Be Taken Back?

With billions of dollars allocated to states, municipalities, tribal governments, and private entities, one of the most pressing concerns is whether federal funding provided under the IRA can be “taken back” by the federal government. Read this post to learn what steps IRA recipients can take to minimize the risk of recoupment and ensure compliance.

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The Best Approach for Commercial Energy Audits

The Best Approach for Commercial Energy Audits

The objectives of energy audits are to identify and develop measures that will reduce the energy use and carbon footprint of buildings, along with reductions in the cost of operating a building and/or improve the indoor environmental quality experience for the occupants. Read this article to learn about energy audit best practices and the 4 steps every commercial energy audit should follow.

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A Novel Approach To City Climate Action Planning

A Novel Approach To City Climate Action Planning

An effective and reliable City Climate Action Plan requires a bigger-picture solution. Read this article to learn about KERAMIDA’s unique approach that gives cities clear and easy-to-follow guidance for creating an effective Climate Action Plan (CAP) by addressing the GHG sources a City has control over or can influence for the purpose of setting reduction Targets.

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