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Are You Overpaying for Gas or Electricity Supply?Many states have deregulated natural gas or electricity markets, allowing customers to shop around for cheaper contracts rather than utilizing the local utility. |
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Building Energy Efficiency Through Mandatory Improvement ProgramsAn increasing number of cities across the U.S. have adopted energy efficiency policies that require periodic building audits and/or retrocommissioning for commercial buildings. Learn what cities require mandatory improvements, steps to comply, and pathways to possible exemptions. |
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U.S. Commercial Building Energy Efficiency Policy MapThe experts at SOL VISTA influence and monitor the evolution of local energy efficiency ordinances mandating energy reporting, energy auditing, and retrocommissioning. We use this material to preempt deadlines and offer services to customers to comply with local mandates. Click the link to see a visualization of these key policies. |
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The SOL VISTA Building Audit: Part 2 - Custom Data & ResultsIn Part 2 of the series, learn about the custom results that come from a SOL VISTA building audit, including real examples from recent audits. |
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The SOL VISTA Building Audit: Part 1 - Base AssessmentSOL VISTA's building performance efficiency team executes a customized process for every property it inspects. Learn about the base assessment that takes place for every Building Audit customer. |
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List of Hospitality Eco ProgramsComprehensive list of international, national, and local hospitality/hotel-focused green certification and rating programs. |
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Database of U.S. Green Rated/Certified HotelsComprehensive lists of U.S. hotels certified/rated by one of the major hospitality eco programs--LEED®, ENERGY STAR®, Green Key®, and Green Seal®. |
Articles |
Philadelphia Water Upgrades are Boosting the Local EconomyPhiladelphia water upgrades are boosting the local economy. |
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EPA Reviewing Updated ENERGY STAR® Score MethodologyFollowing the August 2018 release of new ENERGY STAR® scores, EPA is now reviewing the updated methodology used for certain U.S. commercial buildings, including hotels. |
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Chicago's Water Taxes Telling of Increasing Costs Across U.S.Chicago residents are seeing increased water rates and taxes, leading many to believe that water costs will continue to rise across the country. |
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Cities Striving to Be America's Straight-A StudentsBuildings in Chicago and New York will soon be required to prominently display a rating assessing energy efficiency, based on the building's ENERGY STAR® score. |
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Chicago's Water Taxes Telling of Increasing Costs Across U.S.Chicago residents are seeing increased water rates and taxes, leading many to believe that water costs will continue to rise across the country. |
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NYC Building Efficiency Strategies Look Ahead to the FutureAmbitious energy efficiency plans in some cities are signposts for what's to come: hotter summers, colder, snowier winters – and higher utility bills. |
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Prepare Your Building for the Fall SeasonWhile you enjoy the changes brought by Fall, be sure to keep in mind the changes you need to make to promote energy efficiency in your building as temperatures and environments change. |
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New Updates to ENERGY STAR® Scoring for HotelsFind out about the U.S. EPA's recently released findings and the forthcoming changes to the ENERGY STAR® scoring methodology for hotels. |
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Smart Data for Dumb BuildingsSOL VISTA CEO & Co-Founder Shannon Sentman shares insider tips on how an effective energy management strategy helps all buildings reduce utility costs, with or without the latest equipment. |
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HUD MIP Reduction and Competitive Advantage Achieved with SOL VISTADid you know that you can get a reduction in your HUD MIP rate to 0.25% for being energy efficient? Find out how to qualify for lower rates and ensure you aren't leaving money on the table. |
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The ROI of Energy EfficiencyHigh upfront costs can leave building operators hesistant to make energy efficiency changes. In reality, there's potential for numerous adjustments, with varying costs, that can lead to significant ROI in both the short and long term. |
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Feel refreshed this Summer with 4 cost reducing tipsSummer is upon us and the hours of splendid sunshine and rising temperatures mean an increase in cooling costs and water usage. |
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Buildings hit with fees for not complying with energy benchmarking rulesIn the U.S., 16 locations, ranging from entire state policies to county laws, require some type of energy benchmarking. Many regulations are new, and the cumbersome process is costing buildings thousands of dollars every year. |
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EPA Overhauling ENERGY STAR® rating system for better hotel energy measurementThe U.S. EPA and hotel organizations are working to improve the energy scoring system with a modern methodology that will better inform consumers about the true level of energy performance at hotels. |
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Installing Energy Storage at Your HotelLeveraging data from hotels with installed energy storage systems, this article outlines the variables impacting the potential financial benefits of these systems, including evaluation of the three primary financing models--self-financing, shared-savings, and subscription--and the costs and benefits of each model in terms of buyer risk and financial returns. |
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Winterize your commercial building with 4 money saving tipsWinter is coming, if it isn't already here for some of you, and that can mean significant increases in energy costs if you aren't prepared. |
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Conducting a Successful Energy AuditMany people see a doctor at least once a year, but how good are we about tracking the health of our buildings? If your hotel or resort hasn't had an energy audit or retrocommissioning in the past two to three years, you've likely accumulated tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars in added utility costs per year. |
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Energy Benchmarking: What Is It and Why You Should CareEnergy benchmarking provides the necessary building information to affect change, drive energy savings, and improve building efficiency. But what exactly is it and which groups stand to benefit the most? |
Stay tuned for new energy efficiency related content written by SOL VISTA team members. |
Publications |
Green Building and Sustainable Development: The Practical Legal Guide Editors: Shannon D. Sentman, Jonathan E. Furr, Nicole C. Kibert, James T. Mayer |
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Green Office Guide: Integrating LEED Into Your Leasing ProcessAuthors: Mychele Lord (lead author), Shannon D. Sentman, Holley Henderson, Eugenia Robbins |
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Risk and Liability: Lessons From More Than a Decade of Green BuildingAuthors: Shannon D. Sentman, Stephen T. Del Percio |
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Healthy Buildings: Green Building Standards, Benefits, and IncentivesAuthors: Shannon D. Sentman |
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A Climate for Change: Green Building Policies, Programs, and IncentivesAuthors: Shannon D. Sentman, Stephen T. Del Percio, Preston Koerner |
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Building Green in the Black: More Than Just the Right Thing To Do?Authors: Shannon D. Sentman, Bonni F. Kaufman, Heather Pinder Rodriguez |
Solutions |
Skywalk®The Skywalk™ building performance management software platform provides complete visibility into energy and water consumption and costs for hotel portfolio asset managers. |
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Energy ProcurementOur energy procurement expertise and services enable hotel owners to obtain the best rates and contract terms for electricity and natural gas in deregulated markets. |
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Energy & Water AuditsOur audit teams determine how to cut your hotel's utility costs while maintaining high guest satisfaction rates. |
Stay tuned for new material on how SOL VISTA's energy efficiency solutions benefit hotel owners and portfolio managers. |
Customer Snapshots - Realized Savings |
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Educational Content |
Infographic - 3 Ways to Prepare for Summer DemandIn this infographic, SOL VISTA breaks down what summer demand rates are, what you can expect, and key tips to cutting back on demand and saving your building money. |
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Infographic - Understanding Your Electric BillCan't make sense of your electric bill? SOL VISTA breaks the big charges down in this infographic. |
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U.S. Commercial Building Energy Efficiency Policy MapHere at SOL VISTA, we keep up with the evolution of local energy efficiency ordinances mandating energy reporting, energy auditing, and retrocommissioning. We use this material to preempt deadlines and offer services to our customers to comply with local mandates. Click the link to see a visualization of these key policies. |
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List of Hospitality Eco ProgramsComprehensive list of international, national, and local hospitality/hotel-focused green certification and rating programs. |
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Database of U.S. Green Rated/Certified HotelsComprehensive lists of U.S. hotels certified/rated by one of the major hospitality eco programs--LEED®, ENERGY STAR®, Green Key®, and Green Seal®. |