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Webster’s dictionary deemed “polarization” the word of the year, but we chose a different one: connection. Your utilities? We want them connected. Your managed utility tech and you? We’re connected. It’s a word that resonates so deeply with us that we named…

The wait is over—well, almost! The EPA has officially announced the launch of ENERGY STAR NextGen certification, a new tier designed to recognize the nation’s most energy-efficient, low-emissions buildings. Applications open on February 24, 2025, giving properties just a few months to prepare for…

The Greenbuild International Conference is one of the year’s most influential events for the green building community. Professionals across sectors like architecture, construction, interior design, and consulting gather to tackle today’s most pressing sustainability challenges. This year’s theme, “Built to…

AI is quietly outsmarting us all. It’s predicting when that HVAC will break, adjusting thermostats before we know we are cold, and answering resident questions before we know they have them.  But while AI is making our properties smarter, faster, and…

Here’s a riddle you’ve probably heard: “When is a door not a door?” The answer? “When it’s ajar.” Queue applause. Now, here’s an even better riddle. “When is an office space, not an office space?” The answer, according to municipalities…

In a fluctuating energy market, navigating procurement options can mean the difference between stable costs and unexpected spikes. In this video, Marcus Burrow explores how energy procurement allows deregulated markets to take control of their power sources and manage costs…

People outside of real estate have normal fears. Zombies, haunted Victorian dolls, and ghosts lurking in the shadows. But in property management, there’s something far scarier – Building Performance Standards (BPS). This isn’t just an eerie tale; for property owners,…

Some think it’s the underrated investment strategy of the future. Others in the industry insist it’s a crazed phase doomed to settle into a niche offering. But wherever you land on the will-they-won’t-they of build-to-rent (BTR) investments, they’re growing. From mainstage topics…

When you think about the “E” in ESG, carbon emissions often steal the spotlight. But there’s much more to environmental responsibility than decarbonization. In this video, Sam Patel, Senior Solution Architect, explains the broader scope of the “E” — covering…