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Decarbonizing a building sounds complicated. How do I start?
While there are challenges with any building retrofit project, decarbonization may seem overwhelming and paralyzing for some owners; however, there are some key steps that an owner can take to explore and implement building decarbonization solutions. 1) Get to know your building, 2) Establish the project performance goals and other objectives, 3) Reach out to innovative technical partners, 4) Figure out the financing, and 5) Share your lessons learned.
Decarbonization
Retrofit
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As a building owner interested in electrification, what should I consider before starting the process?
It’s a great question, and I’ve organized my answer into three key action steps: 1) Identify funding and financing opportunities, 2) Consider the impact on tenants, and 3) Seek out technical experts.
What key metrics should CDFIs use to measure the impact of decarbonization and mitigation efforts before and after construction?
What key metrics should CDFIs use to effectively measure the impact of decarbonization and mitigation efforts in multifamily, single-family, and community facilities projects before and after construction?
Decarbonization
New Construction