Sustainability Series

Did you know the Association for Energy Affordability (AEA) offers rebate assistance and no-cost energy consulting for multifamily properties who undertake energy and water upgrades? Join RealPage Vice President of Sustainability Mary Nitschke and Association for Energy Affordability West Senior Director Andrew Brooks for an exciting podcast that’ll help your organization save on retrofits. Watch the webcast version of this podcast here. Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Services Webpage.

Are you interested in learning how EVs can help you grow your organization? Join RealPage Vice President of Sustainability Mary Nitschke and Fairfield Residential National Ancillary Services Manager Gail Corder for an interesting podcast. Watch the webcast version of this podcast here. Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Services Webpage.

Do you know the benefits, best practices, or how long it takes to do a property audit? Find out, join RealPage’s Vice President of Sustainability, Mary Nitschke, and Vice President of Energy Management Dimitris Kapsis, for an enlightening podcast on operational reporting and sustainability trends. Watch the webcast version of this podcast here. Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Services Webpage.

Greystar is known for its award-winning sustainability practices and ESG programs. Join RealPage Vice President of Sustainability Mary Nitschke and Greystar, Director, Global Sustainability Lexie Goldberg, for an exciting podcast on sustainability practices that got Greystar where they are. Watch the webcast version of this podcast here. Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Services Webpage.

The Utility Management Advisory (UMA) is an invaluable resource for anyone working in the multifamily industry, utility management, or sustainability. Join RealPage Vice President of Sustainability Mary Nitschke and UMA Board President Lori Hanson for an interesting podcast on how UMA can help you. Watch the webcast version of this podcast here. Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Services Webpage.

Learn tips that will help you reduce risk, satisfy government mandates and improve building performance. Join RealPage’s Vice President of Sustainability, Mary Nitschke and Director, Energy Management, Utility Management, Bob Ricobene, for an engaging podcast. Watch the webcast version of this podcast here. Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Services Webpage.

2020 has been a challenging year—one that has changed the patterns of utility consumption in the Multifamily industry. Join Craig Haglund, Program Manager for the EPA, for insight into the ways COVID-19 has changed reporting, as well as the benefits of reporting annually and what owners and operators should expect going forward. Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/epa-benchmarking-updates-2021/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/sustainability-services/

The Recycling Partnership is a national nonprofit transforming recycling for good in towns, cities and states across North America. They also explore trends around recycling and resident behavior and offer information about what’s coming next. Get ready to talk a little trash and gain a better understanding of: What The Recycling Partnership does for the Multifamily Industry How to influence resident behavior around recycling The current state of recycling in the United States Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/recycling-partnership/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/sustainability-services/

More and more companies are participating in Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) reporting. Widely popular in other parts of the globe, these standards are becoming increasingly more common in the U.S. because they provide real results at the properties that implement them. Join Dan Winters, GRESB Head of Americas, for a discussion that includes: More information about GRESB and why companies are involved How GRESB reporting works Anticipated changes in GRESB reporting for next year Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/gresb-reporting-update-2020/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/sustainability-services/

Earlier in the series, we talked about The Better Buildings Challenge, which involves a voluntary commitment to reduce portfolio-wide energy consumption by 20% within 10 years. In June, the DOE and HUD recognized Mercy Housing for Energy Efficiency Leadership. Join Caitlin Rood, National Environmental Sustainability Director for Mercy Housing, for a discussion about her work and her company’s success with the Better Buildings Challenge. Plus, get insight into: How Mercy achieved this goal How participation in the Better Buildings Challenge has benefitted Mercy What Mercy Housing learned from the process Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/better-buildings-challenge-mercy-housing/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/sustainability-services/

Join Peter Zadoretzky, Director of Sustainability at The Bozzuto Group, for a discussion about the ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award—an honor that recognizes superior levels of energy management in corporate programs. The Bozzuto Group received this prestigious award in 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020. Learn why it’s the highest honor the EPA gives and get insight into the submission process and benefits of the award for recipients. Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/epa-partner-of-the-year/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/sustainability-services/

We all know it is challenge both operationally, expense and data collection, but there are proven ways to capture the data, reduce contamination and reduce your trash expense by up to 50%. Learn how to capture and leverage real time data through AI to improve your waste program from your desktop. Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/modernize-trash-management/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/expense-management/sustainability-suite/

Want to know more about the future of sustainability? Find out what one team learned when they competed in the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon®. It’s a collegiate competition that inspires student teams to design and build highly efficient buildings powered by renewables while optimizing for key considerations, including affordability, resilience and occupant health. Meet the winners of the 2020 Solar Decathlon Design Challenge, Mixed-Use Multifamily Division—a team from The University of Arizona—and hear their ideas on community, affordability and sustainability. Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/solar-decathlon-insights/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/expense-management/sustainability-suite/

You know about smart apartments, but do you know about building operations systems solutions? Learn how to better manage the back-end operations of multifamily properties by gaining a better understanding of: Different products and how they can benefit you Smart technology as a tool for sustainability What energy managers should consider when evaluating smart technology Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/automate-with-efficiency-smart-apartments/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/expense-management/sustainability-suite/

Mary Nitschke joins Join Michael Freedberg, Sr. Advisor, High Performance Building, Office of Economic Development, to hear about the HUD Better Buildings Challenge, a voluntary leadership initiative. Learn the strategies that multifamily operators use to increase the energy efficiency of their buildings by at least 20%. Plus, get insights on the collaboration and community created by this program. Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/better-buildings-challenge/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/expense-management/sustainability-suite/

What do acquisition managers look for when purchasing buildings, and what sustainability upgrades do they consider when making purchasing decisions? Join Zach Goldman, Chief Operating Officer of TGM Associates, as he talks about the one thing he always looks for and how you can get a quick read on opportunities. He’ll also give his take on what efficiency really means—in terms of energy as well as your team’s time and your residents’ experience. Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/best-practices-acquisitions-sustainability/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/expense-management/sustainability-suite/

Keeping up with the highly regulated environment of utilities can be challenging without robust legal resources. Making a wrong turn as you try to navigate this complicated terrain can have disastrous results. Join us as industry experts who have advised the most successful owners and operators in multifamily discuss: Critical insights on the current legislative environment An examination of rent control highlighting New York, California and Oregon Practical and cost-effective measures you can take to stay in compliance Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/sustainability-series-regulatory-changes/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/expense-management/sustainability-suite/

Are your smart apartments smart enough to lower investment and operating expenses, reduce outages, increase efficiency, enable rate optimization, optimize conservation activity and drive strategic initiatives? The answer to this question will vary according to the capabilities of your building management system (BMS). In this webcast, industry experts will discuss the advancements in smart apartment technology and its wholistic management, and how the most innovative of these technologies positively impact the factors that matter most to investors, owners and operators including: Strategic capital planning Predictive maintenance Energy management and sustainability Monitoring as a Service (MaaS) Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/sustainability-series-smart-apartment/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/expense-management/sustainability-suite/

To maximize energy cost savings and achieve optimum portfolio performance the most effective energy benchmarking measures should be maintained and assessed routinely throughout the year and year over year. In some cities this is a discretionary decision, but energy benchmarking mandates that require the monitoring and reporting of whole building energy usage are increasing across the country. Whatever your reasons for benchmarking—mandates, conservation, savings or green loans—our experts will share insights that will help you better navigate the growing regulatory environment and achieve your benchmarking goals including: Breaking down benchmarking performance documents and reports Regional variations in mandates and penalties Meeting data requirements for Energy Portfolio Star Manager Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/sustainability-series-benchmarking/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/expense-management/sustainability-suite/

The Dallas ordinance mandating recycling services for all multi-unit residential buildings with eight or more units went into effect in January 2020. Did you know that Big D property owners are now required to provide at least 11 gallons of capacity per unit under the new ordinance? If you didn’t, you’re not alone. Join our industry experts as they discuss what owners and operators need to know to stay in compliance including: Outlining recycling requirements Details on mandated reporting Insights on the Dallas Zero Waste Plan Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/sustainability-series-waste-management/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/expense-management/sustainability-suite/

Alternative submetering can reduce resident utility consumption between 15% - 29%. California has implemented submeter mandates statewide and the number of cities following suit across the country continues to multiply year over year. It may not remain an alternative for long and what you don’t know about submetering could cost you thousands in expenses and penalties for non-compliance for those cities where it is mandated. Join experts from the leading provider of multifamily submeter services as they discuss: How to implement submetering Maximizing savings with benchmarking and cost recovery Successful maintenance practices How to stay in compliance Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/sustainability-series-power-moves/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/sustainability-services/

Join Mary Nitschke as she introduces the RealPage Sustainability Success Series. Sustainability is a growing trend in multifamily and there is a thirst for information on this topic. This series was created to fill that information void by presenting timely content addressing the sustainability related topics you want to know more about. You’ll hear from industry thought leaders and practitioners as they describe the latest innovations and evolving best practices in this exciting market segment. In this episode Mary provides an overview of what you can expect from the series and shares the 12 things you can do right now to gain control over your utilities and promote sustainability. Watch the webcast version of this podcast here: https://www.realpage.com/webcasts/sustainability-series-more-power-to-you/ Want to learn more about the sustainability solutions offered by RealPage? Visit the Sustainability Suite Webpage: https://www.realpage.com/sustainability-services/