Commercial Office Towers and Residential Complexes

Business Challenge

Energy costs for office towers and residential complexes are typically five to ten percent of annual operating expenses. For the largest facilities, energy costs alone can exceed $1 million per year.

At NHI, we understand that facility managers have the difficult challenge of maintaining or increasing the quality and effectiveness of their internal operations while reducing energy consumption without sacrificing employee, tenant, or resident comfort. There are numerous ways for reducing energy but it takes time and effort to identify, evaluate, and implement the energy efficiency ideas.

Value of Energy Management

Owners of commercial office towers and residential complexes can reduce costs and control risks through better energy management. Energy efficiency projects can reduce annual utility bills by an average of 20 percent or more. Additionally, efficiency can add value in may ways, including:

• Reduces operational risk from uncertainties in utility price increases and service interruptions
• Increases overall profitability
• Builds "green" awareness
• Encourages employee pride and job satisfaction
• Fosters organizational sustainability strategies.

NHI's Solutions for Commercial Office Towers and Residential Complexes Can Help

NHI offers energy solutions for existing commercial facilities and new construction.

Existing Facilities

NHI can quickly identify energy-related projects that should be implemented immediately as part of a comprehensive energy program. Specifically, we can:

• Conduct energy audits and prepare feasibility studies
• Review existing proposals and designs
• Develop equipment performance specifications
• Review equipment bid specifications
• Assist with contractor selection
• Assist with commissioning

New Construction

Facilities built with energy efficient designs cost less to operate. NHI can assist early in the design phase; we can:

• Provide design consultation
• Compare different technologies
• Review schematics and construction plans
• Provide equipment specification consultation
• Identify cost-effective, energy-saving measures
• Develop computer simulation models of your planned project
• Help select experienced professionals with energy efficiency expertise
• Assist with commissioning