If your building has registered for Energy@Work’s 5th annual Holiday Challenge, then get ready to reduce!
Friday, December 23rd to Tuesday, January 3rd is the challenge period. During this period the challenge aims to help raise awareness of, and mitigate, how much electricity is wasted over the holidays due to:
Plug load or what is commonly called “Phantom Power” is a huge opportunity!
Systems continuing to run when not needed,
Lighting remaining on, particularly accent and interior lobby lighting,
TV screens and monitors have off switches which are rarely used in lieu of standby mode,
Exercise equipment “in the ready mode’ but sitting idle
We look forward to your participation and to what we will collectively achieve this year! Challenge results will be released by mid-January.
If you want more information on Energy@Work’s Holiday Challenge, contact us at:
holidaychallenge@energy-efficiency.com
Watch our quick video and find out what the Holiday Challenge is all about!
RETScreen is a practical energy management tool that Energy@Work relies on every month that we use to help over 28 commercial offices. Energy@Work’s Amir, Edward and Scott will share their experience in helping the commercial sector save over 16,000,000 kWh, as verified by Toronto Hydro.
Conference sessions will be available to watch on-demand starting January 25.
Adding Bottom-line Impact Through Energy Management & Environmental Stewardship”
Scott Rouse’s opinion:
“This is one of the best energy management conferences to attend!”
IETC is back for its 43rd year and promises to be better than ever!
Questions or comments can be directed to Energy@Work’s Scott Rouse, an advisor on the IETC panel for over 10 years.
Courtesy of US EPA
ENERGY STAR released the following list in their latest update highlighting the top 8 benefits of achieving ENERGY STAR Certification.
“Top 8 Reasons to Earn the ENERGY STAR
First, There’s the Value of a Top-Performing Building
They have lower utility bills.
Let’s hope you already knew this one. ENERGY STAR certified buildings use 35 percent less energy than similar buildings nationwide (on average). ENERGY STAR certified office buildings cost $0.50 less per square foot to operate than their peers!They generate 35% fewer greenhouse gas emissions
Because they use less energy, ENERGY STAR certified buildings also contribute, on average, 35 percent fewer greenhouse gas emissions to our atmosphere.They’re well positioned to respond to benchmarking and performance mandates
Like ‘em or not, dozens of cities and states now mandate that commercial buildings benchmark and publicly disclose their energy performance, and the trend is growing fast. By earning the ENERGY STAR now, you’re in a better position to respond to any future laws or mandates that may come your way.
Second, There’s the Value of the Blue ENERGY STAR Label
ENERGY STAR certified buildings are worth more
Numerous studies demonstrate a sale price premium from 1% - 31% among energy-efficient buildings.ENERGY STAR certified buildings have higher occupancy rates and command higher rents
These same studies demonstrate occupancy levels up to 10% higher and rental premiums 3% to 16% higher.Federal tenants can only lease space in ENERGY STAR certified buildings
If you lease to Federal tenants, your building must be ENERGY STAR certified.ENERGY STAR certified buildings get better financing terms
Several studies on commercial mortgages find evidence of lower default risk among buildings with labels such as ENERGY STAR. As a result, these properties often secure better loan terms and lower interest rates than similar non-labeled buildings.90% of Gen Z believe companies must act to help social and environmental issues
Yeah, yeah, we’ve all heard this one before. But here’s where Gen Z’ers are different from their Millennial predecessors: 75% of them will ACTUALLY DO RESEARCH to see if a company is being honest about their environmental bona fides. Those of you listed in our online registry have the receipts.”
Contact us for more information on getting Energy Star Building Certification in 2023!
November 2022, GAM cost is $0.651 billion. This is a 27% increase from October 2022 and a 122% increase comparing November 2022 with September.
With drastic cost changes monthly, Energy@Work continues to ask “why?”. We provide a monthly review of GAM costs; however, the reason for the vast cost fluctuation remains unclear.
Energy@Work’s services includes a “GAM coach”. We maintain the importance of a GAM Strategy for Class A and Class B to win the (GAM)e. Our collective savings have exceeded $10 million, and we look forward to continuing to assist.
