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With the built environment accounting for 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions, it’s clear that FM is set to play a central role in the journey to Net Zero. Facilities teams are increasingly being tasked with key roles in the process, a daunting pr…

Modern FM processes are increasingly reliant on innovative new technologies, which support facilities management teams to work more efficiently whilst reducing energy usage and waste, for high-performing, sustainable buildings. At MRI Software’s Lond…

Competition is always improving and the need to stay ahead of the curve is always present. As the climate crisis is more consistently at the forefront of many people’s minds, the adoption of sustainable practices and implementation of eco-responsible…

If you manage a commercial building, ensuring it meets the relevant energy efficiency standards is crucial. Energy standards such as IPMVP (International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol) and ASHRAE  (the American Society of Heating…

How does a lagging power factor affect your energy costs? When evaluating the performance of a building, the main goal is always to reduce energy consumption and costs wherever possible. However, one aspect that is often overlooked in this proc…

What is an energy management system? An energy management system should be an all-encompassing tool for organisations to streamline energy management tasks. It should help businesses analyse their energy usage, identify wastage and facilitate the i…

The correlation between data and energy saving targets Reporting on your energy saving targets is a vital part of any effort to increase energy efficiency in your business. The process involves collecting and analysing large amounts of data to …

Cutting costs and improving energy efficiency with an energy management system Looking for a simpler way to consolidate utility and energy data, as well as track energy performance? It might be time to invest in an energy management system (EMS…