Many owners only considering replacing their common area lighting with LED since the energy savings directly benefit their bottom line. However, owners can benefit in multiple other ways when they upgrade the lighting in their units to LED, as pointed out in this recent article. https://www.propertymanagementinsider.com/fact-fiction-led-lights-multifamily Residents will appreciate the improved lighting and the $10-15…
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Smoke Free Housing – Is it worth the trouble?
As concerns over second hand smoke arise, many building owners have decided to put policies in place to make their communities smoke free. Many new developments are opening as smoke free communities, but it is possible to convert an existing smoking community to a smoke free community. In addition to eliminating concerns from residents over…
How much energy does it take to roast a turkey?
Have you ever consider how much energy is used (and maybe even wasted) on Thanksgiving Day? Check out this article so that you are fully prepared next week to fascinate (or at least pontificate to) your friends and family: “It takes about four hours to roast a 16 pound turkey, which means if you put…
Has this past winter caused you to have the blues?
With record breaking low temperatures this past year, it is important to prepare. Here are some helpful tips on how to keep warm without costing a fortune for next year: https://www.energystar.gov/products/ask-the-expert/cold-weather-blues
Does it make a difference if just one person recycles?
Have you ever wondered if one person can really have an impact on the environment if they recycle? Many people tend to think that the actions of one individual do not have that much impact, and that recycling is only beneficial if everyone does it. Well, that is actually not the case. The actions of…
Microgrid for multifamily?
What the heck is a microgrid? Could your multifamily community benefit from one? According to Utility Dive, “Microgrids are an old concept, but recently they’ve garnered renewed interest within the power sector. For years, utilities have invested in centralized plants, building miles and miles of transmission lines to ship power where it needs to go….
Not all LED bulbs are created equal-Find out why!
While LED lighting saves energy, it’s important to know that not all LED bulbs are not created equal, so knowing what to look for when making a purchase is crucial. For tips on what to look for and an overview of important the steps for completing a lighting upgrade project, read more here: http://www.breeabuildings.com/yugoofcapitalprojects/
Maintenance is the properties lead sustainability secret
Who is included in the majority of property reviews – good or bad? Properties maintenance personnel! Who at the property has more one -to-one interfaces with a resident than other property personnel? Maintenance personnel! Who does the property depend on to install low-flow aerators, check units for leaks – toilets, faucets, water heaters? Maintenance personnel!…
The United States exported more natural gas than it imported in 2017
Did you know that last year the United States exported more natural gas than it imported? This could put increasing pressure on prices. According to Energy Information Administration: “The United States exported more natural gas than it imported in 2017, marking the first time since 1957 that the United States has been a net natural…
Composting in California
If you have properties in California, this blog is for you! California state legislature requires that we are providing composting to our residents at all Apartment complexes. Although we have to provide composting, there are not a lot of best practices out there for us. In the spirit of collaboration, here is my list great…