SEC Takes Historic Step Forward on Climate Transparency
Cliff Majersik outlines the real estate implications of the SEC’s proposed rule on climate risk disclosure.
Existing Buildings
Local governments and building owners can improve the performance of their existing buildings through a variety of mechanisms, from building tune-up requirements and retrocommissioning to building performance standards. To learn more about IMT’s work with local governments and building owners to address performance in existing buildings, check out our collection of resources below.
The Latest
Canadian Policies for Existing Buildings: Benchmarking, Transparency, and Beyond
This map highlights Canadian policies for existing buildings.
A Guidebook to European Buildings Efficiency Policy
Report on the evolution of the European regulatory framework for buildings efficiency as part of meeting the Paris Agreement
Mapping US Policy on Energy Efficiency in Buildings
This report informs EU audiences on the status of recovery measures in the U.S. that can move the country towards meeting its climate commitments
A Decade of Change: Perceptions of Sustainability and Equity in the Built Environment
Departing board member Charlotte Matthews, reflects on evolving approaches to building energy use.
Denver Passes Building Performance Standard
Denver’s building performance standard emphasizes building electrification, provides certainty for building owners.
After COP26: A Call for Action on Buildings
COP26 fell short, but investors, real estate and construction companies have the power to act fast on climate.
Improving the Building Performance of Museums
An interview with Joyce Lee on why museum energy use matters to climate change and decarbonization
Building Innovation Hub Recognized as UN Centre of Excellence
The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe names the Hub an International Centre of Excellence on High Performing Buildings.
Building Innovation Hub Announces DC’s Highest-Performing Buildings
The Building Innovation Hub Announces DC’s greenest buildings, as measured by ENERGY STAR scores in 2020