Occupant Engagement
Building occupants and operators play a key role in determining whether or not a building is sustainable. Their day-to-day choices significantly impact energy use, water use, purchasing, and waste management practices.
But you don’t have to wait until the building is occupied to influence occupants. Forward-thinking design is at the heart of effective occupant engagement. Here we look at social science research as well as more anecdotal case studies, and we share what actually works and why.
Occupant Engagement
Deep Dives
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Quick Takes
Jump straight to the essentials with these short explanations of green building concepts.
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In The News
We break news down to the essentials and provide expert analysis.
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Do-It-Yourself at Sasaki Associates
News Brief
In its pursuit of LEED for Existing Buildings certification for its Massachusetts facility, Sasaki Associates found significant green benefits in changes to building operations and occupant behavior.
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Cascadia POE Shows Encouraging Results
News Analysis
A new post-occupancy evaluation shows how LEED® buildings in the Pacific Northwest are performing in terms of energy use, water use, and occupant satisfaction.
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CBE Releases Occupant Satisfaction Study for Green Buildings
News Brief
Perspective
Thought-provoking opinions from the most trusted minds in sustainability.
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