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Accessing Tenant Utility Data In Triple-Net Leased Buildings Implementation Model
Partner: Prologis
Sector: Commercial
Prologis developed a multi-pronged approach that allows them to gain access to tenant utility data, including modification of lease language and coordination with utilities.
Partner: adidas Group
Sector: Commercial
Adidas created a greenENERGY Fund in 2012 as an internal venture capital fund that provides financing, expertise, project management, and monitoring and verification to facilitate investments in energy efficiency and renewable energy projects –– while delivering a net profit.
As Easy as Pie: Driving Energy Savings through Employee Behavioral Change Management Implementation Model
Partner: Shari's Cafe & Pies
Sector: Commercial
Shari’s Café and Pies is a 24-hour, full-service restaurant chain located in the Pacific Northwest, and was the first full-service restaurant to join the Better Buildings Challenge, committing to a 20 percent reduction in energy...
Belk, Inc. - Seeing is Believing LED Pilot (RILA Retail Energy Management Program) Implementation Model
Partner: Belk, Inc.
Sector: Commercial
Belk, Inc., a private department store company based in Charlotte, N.C., is the home of Modern. Southern. Style. Belk has shown its commitment to corporate sustainability and continues to do more each year to reduce its total energy usage and...
Building Internal Support for Energy Efficiency Projects Implementation Model
Partner: Havertys
Sector: Commercial
Havertys is a prominent full-service home furnishings retailer with over 100 showrooms in 81 cities across 16 states in the Southern and Midwestern regions. Havertys' sustainability story began in 2007, when Vice President of Real Estate and...
Building Upgrade Value Calculator Implementation Model
Partner: USAA Real Estate Company
Sector: Commercial
USAA developed a calculator to convert the results of energy efficiency upgrades into metrics that are meaningful for financial decision makers.
Campus Energy Efficiency Challenges Implementation Model
Partner: Allegheny College
Sectors: Commercial, Education
Allegheny College's energy challenge engages the campus community in energy efficient behaviors, with savings going towards the purchase of solar panels.
Centralized Energy Management And Capital Set-Aside Fund Implementation Model
Partner: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Sector: Commercial
UPMC created an Energy Management and Engineering Department with a targeted skillset and a dedicated annual budget for energy efficiency improvements.
Chasing Quarters With Energy Set-Points Implementation Model
Partner: HEI Hotels & Resorts
Sector: Commercial
HEI devised an energy management tracking tool to overcome a lack of centralized information on energy and other key data at their hotel properties.
Partner: Sprint
Sector: Commercial
Sprint’s multifaceted energy efficiency strategy includes applying a unique energy savings approach to each asset class and tying compensation to energy reduction, which has resulted in more than $60 million in avoided energy costs.
Customized Utility Incentives Implementation Model
Partner: Whole Foods
Sector: Commercial
Whole Foods worked with a regional utility provider to customize energy efficiency incentives for the grocery sector and signed an agreement to receive incentive funds based on actual energy reductions.
Data Update and Certification Scorecard Implementation Model
Partner: TIAA
Sector: Commercial
TIAA introduced sustainability metrics to its existing property governance scorecard motivating third-party property managers to do more.
Developing An Integrated “Smart Lab” Program Implementation Model
Partner: University of California, Irvine
Sectors: Commercial, Education
UC Irvine's integrated “Smart Lab” program improves lab energy efficiency through an array of control and sensor technologies.
Eco-Treasure Hunts at Fulfillment Centers Implementation Model
Partner: Staples
Sector: Commercial
Staples fulfillment center staff conducted Eco-Treasure Hunts, tracking down energy and water savings opportunities at target facilities.
Efficiency Education App Implementation Model
Partner: MGM Resorts International
Sector: Commercial
MGM created a web and mobile tool to encourages employees to reduce resource use and maximize efficiency.
Energy Finance Strategy Implementation Model
Partner: Kohl’s Department Stores
Sector: Commercial
Kohl’s embedded members of the Finance Department into the Energy team to expedite communication of financial benefits and approval of energy efficiency projects.
Energy Looking Glass Dashboard Implementation Model
Partner: HEI Hotels & Resorts
Sector: Commercial
HEI developed an energy management tracking tool that analyzes key variables such as weather normalized utility consumption, and hotel occupancy alongside capital and operational energy efficiency initiatives.
Engaging Clinicians To Reduce Resource Use In Operating Rooms Implementation Model
Partner: Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Sector: Commercial
Cleveland Clinic Foundation ramped-up energy and water efficiency in operating rooms through staff engagement, targeted calls to action, and resource tracking.
Engaging Franchisees in Energy Management & Benchmarking Implementation Model
Partner: The Wendy's Company
Sector: Commercial
The Wendy's Company is the third-largest quick-service hamburger company in the United States, with nearly 6,500 franchise and company-operated restaurants in the country. Wendy’s is a strong advocate of saving energy, and joined the...
Enterprise-Wide Coordination Implementation Model
Partner: Forest City Realty Trust
Sector: Commercial
Forest City created an Energy and Sustainability Group and developed energy action plans and resources to gain approval from management.
Facilities Infrastructure Pool Implementation Model
Partner: Ascension
Sector: Commercial
Ascension dedicates an annual budget for energy efficiency upgrades at its hospitals to overcome the “first-cost” hurdle or insufficient access to capital.
Gallery Walks Implementation Model
Partner: New York-Presbyterian Hospital
Sector: Commercial
New York-Presbyterian Hospital launched a retro-commissioning program that blends energy management with improving the quality of patient care for a holistic approach that engages all hospital staff.
Good, Better…BEST Standards of Sustainability Implementation Model
Partner: Transwestern
Sector: Commercial
Transwestern adopted sustainability best practices and minimum standards for energy efficiency for all its office and industrial buildings.
Green Engage Implementation Model
Partner: IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group)
Sector: Commercial
IHG developed a comprehensive online sustainability management system to manage hotel energy, water, and waste reduction efforts in a global, franchised business environment.
Impacting Energy Use Through Tenant Engagement Implementation Model
Partner: CommonWealth Partners
Sector: Commercial
CommonWealth Partners owns and manages office properties across the United States and has maintained a commitment to sustainability since 1995. The company’s sustainability efforts focus on increasing efficiency, lowering operating costs,...
Lessons Learned from EMS Pilot & Deployment Implementation Model
Partner: Starbucks Coffee Company
Sector: Commercial
Prior to deploying EMS, HVAC controls at Starbucks locations were operated manually by store partners or set by HVAC service suppliers. This led to inconsistencies and higher utility and R&M costs – due to excessive heating and cooling,...
Leverage Student-Faculty Research Implementation Model
Partner: Allegheny College
Sectors: Commercial, Education
Allegheny College's student-faculty research team predicts the financial benefits of energy-saving options for campus construction and renovations.
Leveraging Green Leases To Reduce Energy And Water Use Implementation Model
Partner: The Tower Companies
Sector: Commercial
This implementation model describes how The Tower Companies bolstered its standard lease agreement by including a green appendix with a 100% acceptance rate.
Project Energy Saver Implementation Model
Partner: Deutsche Asset Management
Sector: Commercial
Project Energy Saver developed out of Deutsche Asset Management's real estate investment business' comprehensive sustainability efforts over the past decade. In 2010, the company created an overarching framework called its “Standards...
Real-Time Energy Monitoring And Weekly Engagement With Field Staff Implementation Model
Partner: Macy's
Sector: Commercial
Macy’s implemented a centralized real-time energy management system and weekly coordination calls with field staff to address energy issues.
Recognizing Staff for Progress Toward Sustainability Goals Implementation Model
Partner: Parkway Properties
Sector: Commercial
Parkway Properties used an internal sustainability awards program to incentivize improvement in sustainability performance and recognize top-performers.
Regency Centers - Landlord-Retailer PPA (RILA Retail Energy Management Program) Implementation Model
Partner: Regency Centers
Sector: Commercial
Landlord-Owner Solar Helps Retailer Offset More than 65% of Energy Use.
Setting Mini-goals to Reach Mega-goals: Property Energy Target (PET) Program Implementation Model
Partner: TIAA
Sector: Commercial
TIAA develops a series of individualized Property Energy Targets (PETs) that provide a roadmap for each asset, helping to ensure that energy and water efficiency opportunities are included in annual business plans.
Student Fellowships To Kickstart In-House Energy Programs Implementation Model
Partner: Shorenstein Properties LLC
Sector: Commercial
Shorenstein established a fellowship position that provides analytic and strategic support to accelerate energy efficiency investment and communicate the value of sustainable investments.
Partner: Best Buy
Sector: Commercial
Best Buy established a rolling portfolio-wide lighting retrofit program using maintenance funds instead of capital budget.
Using Technology to Meet Portfolio-Wide Energy Reduction Goals Implementation Model
Partner: Forest City Realty Trust
Sector: Commercial
Sustainability is a core value for Forest City, a national real estate company with a diverse portfolio of commercial and residential properties. The company is continuously researching and vetting new technologies to help its properties reach its...
Partner: Whole Foods
Sector: Commercial
Whole Foods Market is a major natural and organic grocer with 450 stores, including 430 in the U.S., 11 in Canada, and nine in the UK. The company’s experience with rooftop solar power began in the early 2000s with a series of single...
Wyndham Vacation Ownership Green Certification Program Implementation Model
Partner: Wyndham Worldwide
Sector: Commercial
Wyndham developed a timeshare-focused green certification program driven by strict adherence to quality assurance as a formal process for improving energy efficiency and implementing sustainable practices.
“Flip the Switch” Tenant Engagement Program Implementation Model
Partner: Shorenstein Properties LLC
Sector: Commercial
Shorenstein is a national real estate investor that owns and manages more than 26 million square feet of office space across the country. The organization has a longstanding commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability for the benefit of its...