Raw savings vs. cost avoidance: The difference matters When organizations make significant investments in energy efficiency, they understandably expect utility costs to go down. But rising cos...

When it comes to energy and utility budgets, cost savings often get all the attention. But there’s another strategy that’s just as valuable: cost avoidance. While cost savings cut ...

In summary: The University of Arizona uses EnergyCAP’s energy management software to: track utility usage uncover cost-saving opportunities benchmark performance support its goal of achieving...

Energy costs are rising, budgets are tightening, and facilities teams are expected to do more with less. It’s no wonder energy and finance leaders are skeptical of vendors promising double-dig...

By mid-summer 2025, the ENERGY STAR program found itself on the chopping block. A full termination had been proposed, raising alarm bells across industries that rely on its tools and standards...

What is cost avoidance in utility management? When organizations set out to control budgets and boost operational efficiency, utility management often becomes a focal point, and the conversati...

Across the U.S., energy costs are climbing, and higher education institutions are being hit especially hard. At the same time, falling enrollment rates, costly infrastructure, and pressures to...

In today’s volatile utility landscape where prices are unpredictable, regulatory scrutiny is intensifying, and sustainability is expected, owning your utility data is mission-critical. Far too...

The U.S. is home to more than 148,000 public water systems nationwide. While this number might seem huge, most of these systems are quite small. More than 90% of community water systems serve ...

Lessons from Drury Hotels, the University of Arizona and the power of data-driven energy management Water and sewer costs are rising fast, and aging infrastructure, climate volatility, and lim...

Managing energy use has always been important, but as energy prices surge and budgets tighten, it’s become mission-critical. The first step to reducing your utility bills is knowing where to l...

Introduction Water is often taken for granted in the United States. Turn on a faucet, and clean, safe water flows out effortlessly. Flush a toilet or run a dishwasher, and wastewater is effici...