National Storage Affiliates (NSA) is a leading real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in the ownership, operation, and acquisition of self-storage facilities across the United States.
The summer of 2023 was a scorcher, from the West Coast to the East Coast. Heatwaves and thunderstorms have blanketed the country, and the first three weeks of July were the three hottest weeks on record globally.
Science-based targets are trending for a reason: Setting energy and sustainability goals based on the latest climate science is key to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and staving off the worst effects of climate change.
Building electrification is the process of transitioning from fossil fuel-powered heating and cooling systems to systems powered by electricity.
Run-to-fail happens. Tight budgets, understaffing, lack of executive support — all too often, these and other common headaches force facilities teams into reactive mode.
Making sure your HVAC equipment is aligned with these requirements isn’t all about coughing up precious budget dollars just to comply with the law.
Higher, more volatile energy prices can put any good budget in jeopardy — unless you turn that risk into long-term opportunity to improve facility performance, and in turn, increase business value.
By this time next year 20% of U.S. building stock will likely be subject to energy performance requirements. This fast-moving regulatory trend poses a near and present threat to businesses across the country.