Green Building Certifications: Which is Right for You?
Green Building Certifications: Which is Right for You? The Benchmark of ENERGY STAR® Certification The ENERGY STAR® program, administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), leads the charge in energy-efficient innovation for building technologies and operations. The ENERGY STAR program is for existing buildings only, not new construction. The certification signifies exceptional energy efficiency […]
Exploring Energy Audit Standards
Exploring Energy Audit Standards During a recent discussion, the topic arose regarding the general understanding of energy audits and the existence of standards governing them. It was emphasized that energy audits are not merely a concept but a practice with specific criteria to be met. Subsequently, at an event, Justin mentioned ASHRAE as the authoritative […]
Common Environmental Myths Debunked: Recycling, Grocery Bags, Energy Efficiency, and Solar Power
Common Environmental Myths Debunked: Recycling, Grocery Bags, Energy Efficiency, and Solar Power There are many commonly held beliefs about achieving a sustainable future. For instance, recycling is often praised as a positive action, while plastic grocery bags are criticized. However, the reality is usually more nuanced. To truly understand sustainability, we must consider the entire […]
Celebrate Energy Efficiency Day by Making a Positive Change.
Celebrate Energy Efficiency Day by Making a Positive Change. Happy Energy Efficiency Day! Take a moment today to assess your home or office and discover areas where energy can be conserved. Is there a perpetually lit room, an always-plugged-in device, or a habit of washing clothes in hot water? Here’s a list of no or […]
Effective and Sustainable Financing Solutions for Ohio
Effective and Sustainable Financing Solutions for Ohio As the world continues to shift towards more sustainable energy use, it’s crucial that Ohio businesses are equipped with the necessary tools to make this transition smoothly, efficiently, and without breaking the budget. There are a variety of financing options available, including Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (CPACE), […]
It’s Time to Spring Forward
It’s Time to Spring Forward Daylight savings time starts this weekend and reminds us that spring and warmer weather is just around the corner. We have already experienced a few warm days, and even though I enjoyed them, it should not be 70 degrees in February in Ohio. Even before the time jumps forward an […]
So Just When Do I Replace My HVAC?
So Just When Do I Replace My HVAC? Craig Foster Co-Founder of Energility walks us through his thought process on replacing his HVAC system before it fails. Should I maximize the life of my HVAC unit or wait until it has a catastrophic failure? If I wait, I take full advantage of the original investment, […]
Energy Efficiency Day
Happy Energy Efficiency Day! Happy Energy Efficiency Day! Energy efficiency and energy conservation go hand in hand. Energy conservation is using the least amount of energy that you can, or for some items this means being able to turn them off. However, there are many appliances and electronics essential to doing our jobs, and to […]
What Does Energility Do?
Energility was founded on the belief that every business deserves access to an energy manager. Craig Foster and Justin Kale brought together their passion for energy conservation, their knowledge of building systems and their desire to assist businesses of every size in reducing their environmental impact. The idea then and now is that […]
Plastic Does Have Benefits
I need to start this blog off with the fact that this thought and idea has been a struggle for me this month because in the past, July is usually when I make another shift in reducing my use of plastic. I typically view plastic consumption as counter to sustainability. In these unprecedented times, we […]