THE PROBLEM Commercial buildings are frequently delivered with control systems that are incomplete, create a poor experience for occupants and operators, or, at best, lock owners into a high-cost operating condition. Owners with large portfolios of buildings end up with different technology systems that don’t speak a common language and are difficult to manage cost effectively at an enterprise [...]
With over 80 million square feet of properties that have undergone extensive renovations over the years, pursuing aggressive energy savings goals is a highly complex undertaking for MGM Resorts International, the Las Vegas-based hospitality company. A variety of building automation systems (BAS) and 24/7 nature of the business creates additional challenges in gathering the necessary data for improving and [...]
by Greg Shank, Principal, Altura ‘Tis the season where political pundits bring us new revelations every day as a result of polls, such as “Candidate A will outperform with people aged 18-35.” As an advocate and practitioner using data analytics for energy efficiency in buildings, I recognize the value of quality data and appropriate interpretation of the right information. [...]
Each year, the Alliance to Save Energy (ASE) honors a select few recipients with their prestigious Star of Energy Efficiency Awards at an annual event in Washington, DC. Altura was proud to attend this year’s ceremony alongside longtime client MGM Resorts as they accepted the “Galaxy Award” in recognition of significant innovations and achievements in energy efficiency. Altura staff [...]
As the founders of a firm focused on energy and environmental performance, we are constantly examining different aspects of our industry, working to understand what drives change, and striving towards better long-term building performance. Among the topics we’ve discussed recently are: the role of technology, the importance of people (occupants and operators) in buildings, and how the design & [...]
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