The objectives of energy audits are to identify and develop measures that will reduce the energy use and carbon footprint of buildings, along with reductions in the cost of operating a building and/or improve the indoor environmental quality experience for the occupants. Read this article to learn about energy audit best practices and the 4 steps every commercial energy audit should follow.

With the increased scrutiny on transition planning, it is important to consider what a credible Climate Transition Plan entails and how the term and expectations are evolving. Read this article to learn about the gold standard framework by the Transition Plan Taskforce and the first steps you should take to develop a credible Climate Transition Plan.

The NPDES and VPDES programs are federal and Virginia state programs aimed at regulating and controlling the discharge of pollutants from construction activities into the Waters of the United States (WOTUS). This article explores the upcoming changes to the VPDES Construction General Permit and the importance of NPDES/VPDES compliance inspections.

As the renewable energy sector continues to grow, using external expertise in environmental compliance is an essential component of responsible and forward-thinking project management. Read this article to learn how third-party environmental compliance inspections can benefit utility-scale solar & wind power plant development projects and what has saved our renewable energy clients the most money.

The construction industry is no stranger to evolving regulations aimed at protecting the environment. If you're involved in construction in California, you're likely familiar with the California Construction General Permit (CGP). The permit was first adopted in 2009 to address stormwater runoff, safeguard water quality, and prevent pollution associated with construction activities. Read this article to learn 10 key updates in the new CGP that went into effect on September 1, 2023.

An effective and reliable City Climate Action Plan requires a bigger-picture solution. Read this article to learn about KERAMIDA’s unique approach that gives cities clear and easy-to-follow guidance for creating an effective Climate Action Plan (CAP) by addressing the GHG sources a City has control over or can influence for the purpose of setting reduction Targets.

Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) technology offers an effective, digital approach to solar energy development. Read this post to learn the benefits of GIS for utility-scale solar projects, including maximizing energy output and guaranteeing the lowest environmental impact.

Companies that proactively manage their supply chain’s emissions and climate-related risks will have an advantage as global regulations, investor preference, and consumer behavior shift towards a decarbonized economy. Read this post to learn more about the benefits of supply chain resiliency.

Companies, cities, and nations will be asked to develop and report on decarbonization strategies toward their net-zero, or most importantly, their real-zero, targets. COP27 is sure to put the spotlight on actionable Decarbonization Plans that rely on verifiable data. Read this post on how to develop a Climate Transition Plan and for lessons learned from successful Climate Transition Plans.

As state and local governments sign climate commitments and set reduction goals, building decarbonization is a vital step. Read this post to learn how benchmarking and transparency policies are on the rise and what this means for building owners.