New Year, New Utilities: The 2025 Resolutions Every Property Owner Should Adopt

Lauren Bevilacqua | January 27, 2025

New Year, New Utilities: The 2025 Resolutions Every Property Owner Should Adopt


Well, here we are—late January. Still crushing your New Year’s resolutions, right? Hitting the gym every morning and flawlessly sticking to Dry January? (Okay, no judgment.) Your personal resolutions may have started to wobble, but it’s not too late to start making some big, impactful changes for your properties in 2025.

Utility management might not sound as exciting as a new fitness tracker or a juice cleanse, but trust us—it’s the ultimate way to improve efficiency, increase NOI, and keep your residents happier than ever this year. And with Conservice (yeah, it’s a plug, we’re not ashamed), the nation’s leading utility management provider, by your side, those goals are more attainable than ever.

Ready to rise to the occasion? Let’s dive into six resolutions every property owner needs to adopt this year.

Resolution #1: Get Smarter with Energy Management

2025 isn’t pulling any punches when it comes to energy demand. With AI technologies and data centers exponentially increasing energy demand, smarter energy management is essential. Did you know data centers could account for up to 15% of global electricity use by 2030?

Primary challenges faced by utilities in addressing electricity demand

For property owners, this means integrating tools like IoT-enabled energy monitors and predictive analytics. These technologies let you track real-time usage, optimize energy consumption, and reduce waste. Think of it as a fitness tracker for your property—except instead of counting steps, you’re counting savings.

Resolution #2: Be More Eco-Friendly

“Sustainability” isn’t a buzzword anymore. It’s what residents want—and expect. Consider upgrading to energy-efficient HVAC systems, participating in solar programs, or even installing EV charging stations. Properties with a green focus tend to attract residents who stick around and enhance property credentials.

Resolution #3: Stay Ahead of Rising Costs

Spoiler alert: Utility prices are climbing. Why? Utility providers are under increasing pressure to upgrade aging infrastructure to meet modern demands, adapt to stricter regulations, and meet ambitious sustainability goals. Add in rising energy consumption driven by technology like data centers and EVs, plus costs from extreme weather events, and it’s no surprise rates are increasing.

While you can’t control these external factors, you can take steps to manage their impact. By investing in energy-efficient upgrades, implementing utility recovery programs, and optimizing usage with smart tools you’ll better control costs. Plus, proper utility management will minimize provider errors and improve efficiencies that help to protect and even grow your NOI.

Resolution #4: Prepare for the Unexpected

Surprises are fun for birthdays–not so much for utility management. The regulatory landscape is evolving, with stricter compliance requirements and sustainability standards on the horizon. For example, new energy efficiency standards may soon require properties to meet minimum benchmarks—or face penalties.

Developing BPS Laws

By partnering with a utility management expert like Conservice, you can stay ahead of regulatory changes, avoid costly mistakes, and keep your operations running smoothly. Because let’s face it: dealing with compliance headaches is no one’s idea of fun.

Resolution #5: Focus on Resident Experience

Utility management isn’t just about numbers; it’s about people. Transparent billing, flexible payment options, and reliable customer support can make a significant difference in your resident satisfaction. Happy residents are more likely to renew leases, reducing turnover costs and boosting your NOI.

Resolution #6: Embrace Technology for Better Insights

Technology is transforming property management, and 2025 is the year to make it work for you. 

It’s also time to think beyond traditional utilities. Services like bulk Wi-Fi are becoming essential. Offering high-speed internet as a managed utility streamlines operations, reduces costs, and delivers a highly valued amenity to residents.

Other tech trends shaping the industry include smart building systems for automated energy management, resident apps for streamlined communication, and advanced access control solutions. These technologies drive efficiency, enhance the resident experience, and position your properties as innovative and future-focused.

Make 2025 the Year of Utility Success

The new year is your chance to transform the way you manage utilities—and we’re here to help. By adopting these resolutions, you’ll not only navigate 2025’s challenges but also capitalize on its opportunities.

Whether it’s embracing smart tech, going green, or making life easier for your residents, Conservice has the tools and dedicated expertise to turn your goals into reality. Let’s make 2025 your best year yet.

Ready to get started? Contact us today and see how we can help you achieve your utility management resolutions.

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Lauren Bevilacqua

Lauren Bevilacqua

Lauren is the Content Marketing Manager at Conservice. She is an avid reader, fitness enthusiast, Dolly Parton fan, and will never turn down chips and salsa.

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