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City of Toronto has recently announced new energy and water reporting requirements for building owners, requiring buildings that are 50,000 square feet or larger to report their energy and water usage. Considering buildings are the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the city, requirements like these are necessary stepping stones in decarbonizing the built environment and mitigating against the effects of climate change. Read our article below to learn more about the details of these new requirements as well as other energy efficiency focused initiatives led by the City. #energyefficiency #decarbonization #greenbuilding #netzero #builtenvironment https://lnkd.in/giJfx2Pb

https://lnkd.in/gNf_mXth “The widespread adoption of district heating networks can play a significant role in achieving global decarbonization goals and transitioning to a sustainable energy future”. #climatechange #globalwarming #building #urbanisation #builders #socialgoals #UN #heating #network #greenenergy #effciency #carbonemissions #emissionsfootprint #decarbonisation #urbanenergy #landscape

"The majestic Empire State Building adds to the thunder of New York City by being its foremost landmark. But have you ever wondered the amount and kind of energy that is required for the smooth functioning of this glorious building? The answer is quite astonishing. The Empire State Building now runs solely on wind power, making it one of the biggest additions to the world-famous Go Green initiative. With 15,000 people working under its roof, the building tips the scales in favor of a green new year. The exuberant Art Deco falls out of the spotlight as the new all-carbon neutral offices rise to the stage." #WindPower #GoGreen #RenewableEnergy #CarbonNeutral #EmpireStateBuilding #GreenInitiative #EnvironmentalImpact #Sustainability #GreenPowerUser #MexitNews

"The majestic Empire State Building adds to the thunder of New York City by being its foremost landmark. But have you ever wondered the amount and kind of energy that is required for the smooth functioning of this glorious building? The answer is quite astonishing. The Empire State Building now runs solely on wind power, making it one of the biggest additions to the world-famous Go Green initiative. With 15,000 people working under its roof, the building tips the scales in favor of a green new year. The exuberant Art Deco falls out of the spotlight as the new all-carbon neutral offices rise to the stage." #WindPower #GoGreen #RenewableEnergy #CarbonNeutral #EmpireStateBuilding #GreenInitiative #EnvironmentalImpact #Sustainability #GreenPowerUser #MexitNews

"The majestic Empire State Building adds to the thunder of New York City by being its foremost landmark. But have you ever wondered the amount and kind of energy that is required for the smooth functioning of this glorious building? The answer is quite astonishing. The Empire State Building now runs solely on wind power, making it one of the biggest additions to the world-famous Go Green initiative. With 15,000 people working under its roof, the building tips the scales in favor of a green new year. The exuberant Art Deco falls out of the spotlight as the new all-carbon neutral offices rise to the stage." #WindPower #GoGreen #RenewableEnergy #CarbonNeutral #EmpireStateBuilding #GreenInitiative #EnvironmentalImpact #Sustainability #GreenPowerUser #MexitNews

"The majestic Empire State Building adds to the thunder of New York City by being its foremost landmark. But have you ever wondered the amount and kind of energy that is required for the smooth functioning of this glorious building? The answer is quite astonishing. The Empire State Building now runs solely on wind power, making it one of the biggest additions to the world-famous Go Green initiative. With 15,000 people working under its roof, the building tips the scales in favor of a green new year. The exuberant Art Deco falls out of the spotlight as the new all-carbon neutral offices rise to the stage." #WindPower #GoGreen #RenewableEnergy #CarbonNeutral #EmpireStateBuilding #GreenInitiative #EnvironmentalImpact #Sustainability #GreenPowerUser #MexitNews

"The majestic Empire State Building adds to the thunder of New York City by being its foremost landmark. But have you ever wondered the amount and kind of energy that is required for the smooth functioning of this glorious building? The answer is quite astonishing. The Empire State Building now runs solely on wind power, making it one of the biggest additions to the world-famous Go Green initiative. With 15,000 people working under its roof, the building tips the scales in favor of a green new year. The exuberant Art Deco falls out of the spotlight as the new all-carbon neutral offices rise to the stage." #WindPower #GoGreen #RenewableEnergy #CarbonNeutral #EmpireStateBuilding #GreenInitiative #EnvironmentalImpact #Sustainability #GreenPowerUser #MexitNews

Energy efficiency is a key pillar of sustainability at Hazelview Properties. As part of our In-Suite Energy Efficiency Program, we helped two of their Winnipeg apartment buildings improve their lighting while reducing their energy and water consumption. Through the In-Suite Energy Efficiency Program, the two buildings received new LED bulbs, faucet aerators, shower timers, window insulating kits, and more, all at no cost. Not only did Hazelview Properties improve their lighting and reduce their environmental footprint, but they’re now saving enough energy to power 34 homes annually — that translates to nearly $25,000 in annual savings on their energy bills! Learn more about their experience and how your property and tenants can save money and energy in our latest article: https://lnkd.in/g4fHgehA #energy #efficiency #energyefficiency #EfficiencyManitoba #saveenergy #savemoney #savetheenvironment #Manitoba #rebates #efficiencyMB #energyefficiencymanitoba

Lower Energy Bills with New Development Standards in Ontario Ontario is adopting new development standards to improve sustainability and reduce energy bills for homeowners. Utilizing geoexchange technology, buildings can achieve significant energy savings by leveraging the thermal mass of the ground for heating and cooling. This technology is particularly beneficial in residential communities like the Residences at Bronte Lakeside in Oakville, which also incorporates smart home features to further minimize costs. As energy demands rise, these innovations are crucial for maintaining affordability and reducing environmental impact. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gcQz6Jci 🔋🌍🏡 #SustainableLiving #EnergyEfficiency #GreenBuilding #OntarioDevelopment #GeoexchangeTech #SmartHomes #LowerBills For more information, visit Residences at Bronte Lakeside. 🔋🌍🏡 #SustainableLiving #EnergyEfficiency #GreenBuilding #OntarioDevelopment #GeoexchangeTech #SmartHomes #LowerBills For more information, visit Residences at Bronte Lakeside

US cities sharpen focus on building performance standards to meet net-zero goals. Over 40 cities will have these standards in place by 2026, compelling building owners to prioritize energy efficiency and emissions reduction measures, according to a report from JLL. State and local governments are turning to building performance standards, or BPS, as a key measure to cut emissions and meet climate targets, according to a report from JLL released last week. Thirteen U.S. cities have a BPS in place, accounting for about 25% of all U.S. buildings as of early 2024, and over 30 additional U.S. cities have pledged to pass BPS by 2026 or earlier, according to the report. While noncompliance rates are relatively lower in the first round of limits for New York City and Boston, these costs “quickly ratchet up [for] the second round and steadily increase thereafter,” the report says.  By 2026, at least 40 U.S. cities will have BPS in place, with many setting net-zero targets by 2050 or earlier, the report says. Owners should proactively take action to understand, manage and improve their buildings’ energy and emissions performance through data collection and measurement and compliance documentation to avoid future fines or challenges complying with these requirements. an example of a cost-benefit analysis it ran on a 500,000-square-foot Class A office building in New York, powered by natural gas and electricity. The firm says the team that determined that a maximum net-zero carbon retrofit would cost the owner nearly $15 million, but cut energy costs by about 35% and allow the owner to avoid over $2.5 million in penalties. TNi Energy-BESS 1.20MW 10HR LDES, we've innovated a groundbreaking method that repurposes recycled lead-acid batteries, extending their life span to 25 years for C1 to C20 Energy Storage purposes. Previously, the industry lacked a safe and environmentally conscious alternative to lithium | sodium-ion batteries. However, our proprietary technique reveals that lead-acid batteries are not only SAFER but also 60-75% more cost-effective than their hazardous counterparts. Made in the USA #TNiEnergy,#10HRLDES,#ELDES,#C1toC20,#nebulositycloud, #BESS,#C3Energy,#Energy, #ZEROemmissions, #ZEROcarbon, #energytransistion, #LeadAcid Battery, #windpower, #solarpower, #VPP, #MicroGrid, #DERM, #HydroPower