Synapse: This Week’s News for LA’s Best Buildings
Unlocking Hidden Value in Class B/C Office Buildings
A comprehensive resource for energy efficiency and green leasing strategies unique to Class B/C office building owners was released this week. Authored by the Urban Land Institute, Rocky Mountain Institute and BOMA International, the strategies and best practices are based on extensive research and interviews with real estate industry experts. The LABBC is proud to have contributed to this valuable publication.
Energy Star’s Business Case for Energy Efficiency Investments in Buildings and Plants
Did you know facilities can reduce their energy use by up to 30 percent through low- or no-cost measures? Even small investments can significantly lower operating costs - read how energy efficiency can improve financing terms, bring competitive advantage, and can positively impact rental rates and occupancy.
LACI Announces Creation of $5 Million Early Stage Impact Investment Fund
The Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) has launched a LACI Impact Fund for early-stage cleantech startups. The Fund will invest in a diverse slate of entrepreneurs ready to bring innovative and scalable cleantech technologies to market.
The application deadline for the startup program is January 25th at 11:59pm - apply now. LABBC is proud to be in partnership with LACI.
High-Efficiency Rooftop Unit Replacement Toolkit
An all-in-one guide from Better Buildings to assist utilities and efficiency programs in understanding and incentivizing high-efficiency RTU replacements. Refer to this toolkit for guidance on various considerations including calculators, sizing guidance, procurement specifications, financial business cases, case studies, and M&V methods.
Training Opportunities with Energy Star
ENERGY STAR’s slate of February webinars will cover an array of topics - whether you’re interested in learning about green building rating systems, Portfolio Manager, benchmarking, generating reports and submitting data, or setting goals for energy improvement. Register today, or take a look at their regular webinar calendar!
