Retrofitting existing commercial buildings is no longer optional as the UK strives to achieve ambitious net-zero targets by 2050; it has become a pressing necessity. Older buildings are often characterised by energy inefficiency, with outdated heating systems, poor ventilation, and …
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The challenge of combating climate change continues to be a focus for global governments. With the UK setting a target of achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050, much will hinge on the ability of commercial real estate to reduce carbon …
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The health and wellbeing of employees are crucial to your organisation’s success. Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) is a key component in ensuring your employees enjoy the best possible working environment free from pollutants and allowing them to work productively. …
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving a profound transformation in commercial real estate (CRE). This new technology reshapes how investors, property managers, and tenants interact with commercial spaces. As a result, each party can optimise operations, enhance their commercial experiences, and …
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As sustainability becomes an essential focus for businesses, Energy Use Intensity (EUI) has become a key metric for measuring building efficiency. It calculates a building’s total annual energy consumption relative to its overall floor area. The lower your commercial …
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Indoor mould thrives in damp and poorly ventilated environments, rapidly spreading through airborne spores. It can cause significant health risks, such as respiratory diseases, allergic reactions, and other health problems. Rensair’s innovative air purification technology offers an effective solution …
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Indoor air quality (IAQ) is a critical yet easily overlooked factor in commercial real estate. As a building owner, poor quality IAQ can impact your tenants’ health, well-being, productivity, and property value. With a growing focus on employee welfare, clean …
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Indoor air quality (IAQ) is essential for commercial building occupants’ comfort, health, and productivity. Even if your building is already equipped with an HVAC system, there are several things you can do to improve and maintain IAQ. Here are six …
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There’s something in the air at Westminster. The Clean Air (Human Rights) Bill, tabled by Green party peer Baroness Jenny Jones, has had its second reading at the House of Lords. Unlike previous motions that were brushed under the …
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Introduction New York City, a vibrant metropolis known for its towering skyline and bustling life, faces a major environmental challenge: carbon emissions from buildings. Nearly 70% of the city’s carbon emissions stem from the fossil fuels used to power, heat, …
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Whilst there is good knowledge about outdoor air quality and pollution, the reality is that we spend 90% of our time indoors, and a lot of that at work. Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) can be 2 to 5 times worse than outside air …
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On December 7th 2022, the Biden-Harris Administration announced its Federal Building Performance Standard (BPS), setting an ambitious goal to cut energy use and electrify equipment in 30% of the Federal government’ building space by 2030. The ultimate goal is to …
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The Covid-19 pandemic had devastating consequences for the UK care home sector, with the CQC reporting more than 39,000 deaths between 10 April 2020 and 31 March 2021. …
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In 2019, Colorado’s commercial real estate market reached an all-time high. In the first quarter of 2020, nearly 3.7 million square feet of new office space began construction.
Then the pandemic hit. …
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Clean air has never been more important, whether delivered via ventilation or air purification. But with so many products on the market, how do you choose the right one for your needs? …
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