Resources

Finally! A cheat sheet to help you discover the complex world of PACE finance. We've searched the web and spoken with experts to build a cheat sheet with an overview of the who/what/where of PACE programs. Learn about PACE and see what types of projects are utilizing this new way of financing for energy efficiency and renewables projects. Read More

In 2008, E2 ManageTech, Inc. (E2) conducted a benchmark study for Current Practices and Tools for Sustainability. The 2008 survey indicated that the majority of participants had not reached the “tipping point” in their sustainability program defined as implementing some type of corporate Sustainability Information Management Systems (SIMS). Read More

ERM and sustainability are quickly becoming top priorities for corporate boards. Incorporating sustainability issues and ERM into a company's overall business strategy promotes faster growth and reduces risk—benefiting the company and its stakeholders. This free white paper, The Role of Sustainability in Enterprise Risk Management, explains the benefits of developing a business strategy that focuses on these two principles. Read More

In 2008, the ThyssenKrupp leadership undertook a sustainability audit to help them devise a long-term strategy. In the process they uncovered many opportunities for improvement and cost savings. This case study details their transparency and disclosure journey from discovery to implementation and realization of their goal of providing full transparency into all of its products and processes. Read More

The EH&S software selection process can be made easier with a few tools. The Verdantix and Gartner reports are two of those tools. This paper will describe the benefits and applications of using these tools to help fast-track the selection process. Read More

Smart building technology that offers greater control over major electrical loads such as lighting results in lots of obvious energy savings return on investment (ROI) for forward-looking businesses. These benefits are often impressive and the energy savings payback is swift. Read More

Mack Technologies, a leading provider of complex electronic manufacturing services wanted to significantly reduce its energy consumption and enhance employee working conditions while minimizing the cost of their initial investment in new lighting at their 24 hour a day manufacturing facility. At the same time they wanted to be a leader in corporate responsibility. Read More

Rising utility costs are affecting businesses everywhere, yet energy consumption has been steadily increasing in commercial buildings. Energy consumption by commercial buildings grew 69% from 1980 to 2009, and it is estimated to grow another 22% from 2009 to 2035 according to business research analysts from IBISWorld. This is causing a rapid increase in the drive toward energy efficiency. Read More

There is no place for poor lighting in industrial buildings. These facilities support a variety of important tasks from picking and packaging to shipping and receiving, light assembly and even office work. Since multiple functions are often performed in the same area, lighting is important because of the need for different levels suited to the different tasks. Read More

Forward-thinking organizations are viewing energy efficiency as an investment in business transformation, not just a way to cut operating costs for facilities management. Energy efficiency is about controlling costs and saving money, and helping to preserve the environment.  Read More