Weather predictions and utility expenses
I know that everyone loves a good groundhog prediction. I mean, what is not to love about a large burrowing rodent telling you what the weather will be (with greater accuracy than the Farmer’s...
Which is the “worst” is very personal
When it comes to emissions Scopes, which is the worst? I get asked that a lot. I think it is sort of subjective and depends on where you are standing and what “worst” you...
I have learned from my mistakes. I am pretty sure I can repeat them...
In 2016, I was so very excited and honored to arrange and moderate a panel discussion at NMHC’s OPTECH called “Net Zero: Coming Soon to a Code Near You”. I wanted to help my...
Sustainability issues to watch in 2024
On Wednesday, January 10, ULI hosted their webcast “ULI Global Sustainability Outlook 2024” where they discussed, not emerging trends, but what key things would be focused on in 2024. The panel discussion reviewed five...
One year after winter storm Elliot, our grid problem remains dire
Last year, on the morning before Christmas, just as much of the country was preparing food for a holiday dinner that night or preparing for the next day as they welcomed family and guests...
In 2024, resolve to reduce energy loss
We all start the year with resolutions or goals. Some of these goals may be carried over from the prior year. Some are new. “I am going to save money.” “I am going to...
Setting expectations: a Christmas wish
When I was in second grade, a schoolmate friend of mine had a nativity set. While at her house one day, as I admired the little hand painted figurines of camels, shepherds, wise men,...
Eat your vegetables!
When my cousin was five, he hated peas. Passionately. I remember one family dinner at my grandmother’s house where he had consumed everything on his plate except a small pile of green peas and...
My goodness, what is THAT?
We have talked these past few weeks about the building and really looking at it in ways that might not have crossed our minds before. However, the million-dollar question when it comes to cutting...
Let’s talk about my favorite “F” word…. Free (Sort of)
I am not much for wearing makeup because I cannot stop rubbing my face. Typically, any applied eye makeup ends up on my check, neck, sleeves, and on any furniture I happen to encounter....
Energy Is Sexy
When I was at Prometheus Real Estate Group, I used to have a bumper sticker outside my office door that said, “Energy is Sexy.” It was a slightly “blue” statement for a corporate office,...
