With stricter energy codes on the horizon in cities nationwide, real estate leaders are more focused on sustainability and energy efficiency than ever before – and they are relying on creative, forward-looking architects to ensure both new and renovated buildings will meet both upcoming mandates and their own green design goals.
“Multifamily developers and owners recognize that investing in sustainability and decarbonization today is an essential step towards reducing long-term operating costs, helping the environment and improving quality of life for residents,” said Nate Thomas, AIA, CPHC, director of sustainability at The Architectural Team. “New codes and regulatory shifts are simply creating an inflection point that will tip the balance in favor of acting quickly to reduce emissions and move towards regenerative architecture and development models.”