Market Transformation Means Addressing Diversity and Racism in the Buildings Space
We must actively work to be anti-racist in the building and energy sectors.
Real Estate
Making the business case for energy efficiency and high-performing buildings is a key part of IMT’s work. From breaking down the most common barriers between landlords and tenants to educating brokers on the value of high-performing buildings and green leasing, IMT tackles the real estate challenges that hinder the implementation of energy-efficiency programs into city and business sustainability strategies.
Interested in accessing IMT tools and resources that explore transformative real estate practices and the results that can follow? Check out our finance and real estate blogs and resources below.
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Behind-the-Scenes: Why Fort Collins Adopted Green Leases
Why the City of Fort Collins, Colorado is now using green leases.
2020 Green Lease Leader Case Study: Law Firm Leverages Green Leasing for Global Impact
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s largest real estate firms, and a 2020 Green Lease Leaders Gold tenant award winner. This case study explores how green leasing is helping them reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 25%.
Efficiency Playbook for DC Building Professionals
Actions every building professional can take to prioritize energy-efficient buildings in the District of Columbia
DC Building Envelope Commissioning
Get the basics on building envelope commissioning in DC.
DC Building Energy Performance Standard Meets Code
Learn how DC’s Building Energy Performance Standards for existing buildings overlaps with DC Energy Conservation Code for new buildings.
Energy Operations and Maintenance Best Practices
High-performing buildings offer building owners and managers lower operating costs, potentially higher commercial tenant rents, and a higher resale value than traditional buildings. Additionally, in Washington, DC and in a growing number of other localities, buildings are required to meet energy performance targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Energy efficiency is a central component of … Continued
BEPS Targets for New Construction in DC
Guidance on designing buildings that will adhere tighter energy efficiency and performance standards under DC’s Building Energy Performance Standards.
DC Building Energy Performance Standards
An overview of the District of Columbia’s Building Energy Performance Standards designed for commercial building owners and property managers
Common Errors in DC Energy Benchmarking
Avoid mistakes in measuring your building’s energy performance.