Energy Management
Sustainable leaders rethink the ‘chase for points’
In the race to move from one building certification level to another, some industry leaders wonder if subscribers of such programs are truly being green.
Tenant demand propels sustainable measures
The more human aspect of sustainability was the focus of a recent discussion on tenant demands for green space, at Toronto’s Green Real Estate Conference
Green Button opens energy data channels
The Green Button standard could enable building owners and managers to access and share electricity, gas and water consumption data in a consistent format, regardless of jurisdiction.
Profits offered for curbing electricity demand
Ontario's Industrial Conservation Initiative relegates a larger majority of mostly commercial customers to carry a disproportionate share of the so-called Global Adjustment, which now accounts for about 60 per cent of the commodity cost of electricity.
Five ways to curb utility costs in condominiums
Coming changes in Ontario are cause for condo corporations to curb their utility costs. An expert shares how, pointing to five energy efficiency retrofits.
Ontario ramps up electricity savings target
Ontario has largely achieved its electricity conservation target for 2011-2014, but the savings goal for 2015-2020 is even more ambitious.
Mining big energy data
Big energy data could guide conservation and demand management programs, but there are still privacy and standardization issues to resolve.
Mandatory energy audit for large U.K. firms
Large U.K. companies must comply with energy benchmarking and audit requirements by early December.
SaskPower inspires recall of smart meters
SaskPower's experience sparks recall of smart meters in Ontario.
Smart technology offers timely payback
Energy conservation programs, from audits to cost-effective measures for savings, have been a mainstay of consumption reduction strategy. However, existing buildings have the potential to
Hefty increases for LED lighting incentives
Updates to LED lighting incentives in Ontario make them more lucrative and easier to obtain.
Energy reporting right on the Green Button
With energy reporting initiative Green Button currently being rolled out in Ontario, property managers and building owners are a step closer to better managing their
Improving building performance with big data
Buildings have been producing data since their first energy bills were delivered, but until recently, collecting and analyzing building data was difficult, timely and costly.
Paybacks reflect carbon tax and offset costs
Carbon tax and offset requirements have begun to filter through to paybacks on energy saving measures in British Columbia and Quebec.
How to start a preventive maintenance program
The question of how to start a preventive maintenance program is extremely common, and for good reason. With budgets tight and workers stretched thin, preventive
Five finance tips for facility managers
Remembering commonly missed costs and crafting clear budget packages are some of the finance tips for facility managers outlined by a panel of experts.
Investing in smart buildings for long-term gains
Combining smart building and smart occupancy to promote productivity and sustainability.



