Climate Archives - Green Econome

LIVE WEBINAR: CA Energy Disclosure and BPS Laws

February 11, 2025 admin

Register to attend the Beverly Hills Bar Association webinar with Marika Erdely of Green Econome, and Laurence Hummer of the BHBA, as they discuss the drivers, details, and status of California property compliance laws.

AGENDA

Discussion of compliance laws that every lawyer needs to know including CA AB 802, Los Angeles Existing Buildings Energy & Water Efficiency program (EBEWE), and SB 48.

WHO CAN BENEFIT

Legal Professionals
Real Estate Owners, Managers, and Directors
Developers, Architects, Contractors
Broker-Advisors, Consultants, Law Professionals

Whether you work as a law professional in California Real Estate or are just hoping to get a better idea of compliance standards, register to learn more!

WATCH: AB 98 Compliance and 21st Century Warehouse Standards

January 30, 2025 admin

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Are you ready for the next era of warehousing in CA? Watch the presentation recording of AIR CRE's Town Hall for an exclusive webinar with Marika Erdely, Founder & CEO of Green Econome, as she provides strategic guidance on how to navigate the new legislative requirements of AB 98. Learn how to build the 21st Century Warehouse—an efficient, sustainable, and compliant facility that reduces environmental impact while increasing property value.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

A clear understanding of AB 98’s compliance requirements.
The long-term benefits of futureproofing your building.
Insight into the financial incentives for energy-efficient designs.

ABOUT AIR CRE

AIR CRE is an innovative, member-owned organization that provides commercial real estate professionals in Southern California with the critical tools they need to be successful. AIR CRE curates the best resources that the industry has to offer, and packages them together as a single integrated network. Members have unparalleled access to a system of market research, property listings, contracts, networking, education and dispute resolution services.

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Green Econome CEO Marika Erdely on Palisades Fire with CNN

January 10, 2025 admin

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Like many Angelenos amidst the unprecedented Los Angeles area wildfires, Green Econome Founder and CEO Marika Erdely had a few short moments to gather family and belongings to safety from the Palisades Fire that erupted Tuesday morning. Marika shared her story, photos, and Ring camera footage capturing the approaching blaze with journalists at CNN, BBC, and elsewhere.

For Marika and Green Econome, as important as the headline news, is the underlying story that Erdely made sure to mention during her interview with Laura Coates of CNN. Our planet is out of balance, and it requires immediate action. From everyone. We have very concrete actions that can be taken to lessen the severity of what we are all being impacted by. Starting with small, easy, low-cost changes that anyone can make, to more complex solutions. Green Econome is founded on this, and a passion to help move change forward so future generations can thrive. Our focus is on improving existing buildings, helping to build efficient, sustainable, and resilient new ones, and being an ally with policymakers AND responsible parties to drive action toward the very important goals that have been set in motion.

Watch, share, and contact us if you have ideas, or are ready to start taking action at your property.

All of us at Green Econome are sending our thoughts to those affected by the fires, and heartfelt thanks to all who are fighting on the front lines and providing aid. As a company serving many buildings throughout the county, we are deeply saddened by the loss, and further committed to bringing back a bright, beautiful, resilient patchwork of buildings and homes in Los Angeles.

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WATCH: CRE Tax Savings through Green Capital Improvements

November 8, 2024 admin

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Watch the webinar recording of our expert panel, Marika Erdely of Green Econome, Travis Albee of Albee & Associates, and Brian Broussard of CSSI as they cover critical tax-saving strategies for sustainable construction under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Sections include 179D deductions, Cost Segregation, and Bonus Depreciation, all aimed at maximizing your (or your client's) cash flow!

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Inflation Reduction Act: Marika Erdely will explore the tax benefits available to CRE investors making green building improvements.
179D Deductions: Brian Broussard will discuss how to capitalize on 179D deductions and innovative GreenZip technology for energy-efficient projects.
Cost Segregation: Travis Albee will reveal how cost segregation and bonus depreciation can accelerate depreciation and reduce your taxable income, boosting your cash flow.

WHO CAN BENEFIT

CRE Investors (Private & Institutional): multifamily, hotel, commercial, mixed-use and others
CEOs, CFOs, Asset Managers, Real Estate Directors
Developers, Architects, Contractors
Broker-Advisors, Consultants, Tax Professionals

Whether you’ve completed construction, are in the planning stages, or simply want to learn more, this webinar is designed to help you enhance your returns through green building strategies and tax savings!

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IMN Spotlight Podcast with Marika Erdely

October 23, 2024 admin

In this episode of IMN's Spotlight Podcast: Shining the Light on Real Estate Market Players, Green Econome's founder Marika Erdely sits down to talk about what running a woman-owned business focusing on ESG in commercial real estate is like. She discusses the importance of energy benchmarking, successful case studies, mentorship, and the future potential of Green Econome and the industry.

You don't want to miss this tell-all episode! You can listen to this episode and more on IMN's Spotlight Podcast on SoundCloud or Spotify.

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CREW OC Behind the Logo: Spotlight on Green Econome

May 15, 2024 admin

Sit down with Green Econome's own Marika Erdely and the inimitable Kate Shoemaker of Assured Partners and CREW Orange County, and enjoy this episode of "Behind The Logo".

In this fun and candid conversation, Kate and Marika discuss everything from the "Need to Do Initiative" of energy efficiency and sustainability in CRE, Arnold Schwarzenegger, networking scaries, and building a better future for all.

As part of CREW Network, the industry’s premier business organization, CREW Orange County transforms the commercial real estate industry by advancing women globally. CREW Network’s membership of 12,000 professionals in over 75 major global markets represents all aspects of commercial real estate—providing our members with direct access to real estate professionals across all geographies and disciplines.

Head over to CREW Orange County to explore their mission, community, and opportunities to connect.

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Events

April 16, 2024 Bisnow Bay Area ESG Summit

April 11, 2024 admin

Bisnow Bay Area ESG & Sustainability Summit

Tuesday, April 16th
8:00 am - 11:15 am

The Marker Hotel San Francisco
501 Geary St
San Francisco CA 94102

Green Econome will be in San Francisco! Please join us at The Marker Hotel San Francisco for the Bisnow Bay Area ESG & Sustainability Summit. Green Econome CEO, Marika Erdely will be joining a stellar roster of panelists discussing:

The Evolving Landscape of ESG Initiatives
Tracking and Streamlining the Process
Regulations, and Green Financing

Register below and enjoy 20% off of your ticket! Use code: E20jerorUS

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Two Years Strong: Green Econome Earns 2024 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award

March 26, 2024 admin

Los Angeles, CA (March 26, 2024) - Green Econome is proud to announce that it has received the 2024 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for a second consecutive year.

Green Econome Founder and CEO, Marika Erdely reflects on the meaning of this award, “I am incredibly proud to be an ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year, two years in a row. Since founding this company in 2009 from scratch, to being acknowledged by the EPA for the quality work we do, I am very appreciative of the hard work and integrity of our team, and our clients who entrust us with their business. We have achieved this recognition together.”

Each year, the ENERGY STAR program honors a select group of businesses and organizations that have made outstanding contributions to energy efficiency and the transition to a clean energy economy. ENERGY STAR award winners lead their industries in the production, sale, and adoption of energy-efficient products, homes, buildings, services, and strategies. These efforts have saved more than five trillion kilowatt-hours of electricity over the past 30 years. In 2023, Green Econome benchmarked over 1,200 buildings, with 9 buildings earning their first-ever ENERGY STAR certification. Through ENERGY STAR^® Portfolio Manager^® web services, Green Econome introduced custom analytics and client reports in 2023, and is developing a client dashboard, further customizing how clients can view and interact with their building data.

“President Biden’s Investing in America agenda creates unprecedented opportunity to build a clean energy economy, and private sector partners through programs like ENERGY STAR are leading the way,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “I congratulate this year’s ENERGY STAR award winners for their innovation and leadership, in delivering cost-effective energy-efficient solutions that create jobs, address climate change, and contribute to a healthier environment for all.”

Winners are selected from a network of thousands of ENERGY STAR partners. For a complete list of 2024 winners and more information about ENERGY STAR’s awards program, visit energystar.gov/awardwinners.

About Green Econome

Green Econome is a woman-owned small business in the dynamic intersection of sustainability and commercial real estate, providing energy and water efficiency compliance, consulting, and construction services nationwide. Our integrated team has over 20 years of combined experience finding energy-efficient solutions that positively affect market valuations, reduce environmental impact, meet ESG and sustainability goals, and ensure regulatory compliance.

About ENERGY STAR

ENERGY STAR^® is the government-backed symbol for energy efficiency, providing simple, credible, and unbiased information that consumers and businesses rely on to make well-informed decisions. Since 1992, ENERGY STAR and its partners helped American families and businesses avoid more than $500 billion in energy costs and achieve more than 4 billion metric tons of greenhouse gas reductions. More background information about ENERGY STAR’s impacts can be found at www.energystar.gov/impacts.

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Renewables and CA Real Estate with Marika Erdely

January 31, 2024 admin

In this episode of The Commercial Real Estate Report podcast, Chris Berg of Abernathey Holdings and Green Econome Founder and CEO, Marika Erdely take a deep dive into:

Solar and clean energy requirements in CA
The positive impacts of ESG
Challenges facing CRE and building performance
Financial incentives and the tax benefits of the Inflation Reduction Act

The Commercial Real Estate Report is dedicated to bringing you in-depth analyses, market trends, and expert opinions from the world of commercial real estate. Whether you're an investor, a developer, or simply someone interested in the dynamics of commercial properties, they've got you covered. Find them on YouTube @TheCommercialRealEstate. Listen, share, subscribe.

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Events

January 10, 2024 CREW Connections Lunch & Learn

January 4, 2024 Karalyn Shima Honea

CREW Orange County and Green Econome present Connections 2024 Outlook Lunch and Learn

Please join us on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, for lunch, learning, and networking at Tangram Interiors' beautiful space in Newport Beach. Green Econome CEO, Marika Erdely will be discussing:

What you need to know about energy and water disclosure laws for existing buildings.
Critical insight into ESG and its impact on commercial real estate.
Available utility incentives and tax benefits of the Inflation Reduction Act for new development, renovations, and efficiency upgrades.

Space is limited. Registration is required and closes on January 9, 2024 at noon. We hope to see you there!

CREW Connections 2024 Outlook Lunch and Learn

Wednesday, January 10th
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Tangram Interiors
1375 Dove Street, Suite 300
Newport Beach, CA 92660

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