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system could be placed in the backyard to be used for gardening or lawn care.
• Living walls: Plants embedded on the side of a wall can provide oxygen and remove pollutants within the air whether they’re inside the building or on the exterior, greatly improving the air quality.
• Solar panels: While this technology has been around for a while, new improvements are driving down the cost and increasing the amount of energy each panel can collect from the sun in a given period of time.
• Solar hot water heater: Ideal for single- family rental properties in sunny locations, solar hot water heaters use the sun’s energy to heat a home’s water supply, greatly reducing energy consumption and cost.
• Dual flush toilets: Toilets can account for up to 27% of the water use in a single-family home. By switching to a dual flush toilet you can reduce the amount of water your residents use and cut back on utility costs.
The more technologies you package together and
use in tandem, the more you’ll be able to increase energy efficiency and reduce long-term operating costs. As James explains, “All of these technologies make a difference, but when combined they can
make a far bigger difference, and a truly smart, sustainable building.” Many of the innovations listed above are now more affordable and widely available, not to mention, there are numerous tax incentives for implementing them.
“When sustainable, smart building systems are up and running, they can deliver priceless data that will really help you gain a better understanding of how systems are operating across your portfolio,” says James. “Ultimately what you want to end up doing is producing far greater efficiencies, providing a better experience, and reducing the costs for your operation.”
PREPARE NOW FOR THE FUTURE
By embracing sustainable building technologies, you can unlock the power of data and drive down your utility costs, while improving your properties’ carbon footprint and residents’ quality of life. New green technologies are being created every day to enhance multifamily properties and single-family homes, and if you implement them you will be able to uncover the most insights and see the most return on your investment in the long run.
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