Looking for a way to gain insight across your entire portfolio — without losing the ability to get details for a specific community? See how Brightwater Senior Living does it, using business intelligence insights from Yardi Senior IQ. Quintin King, president, CEO and principal at Brightwater, speaks to successes in tracking trends and making informed decisions in our newest testimonial video. It’s just under two and a half minutes but packed with valuable experiences from Quintin. Read the quick snapshot below or watch the video now. How Brightwater saves time with Senior IQ With Senior IQ, it takes hours instead of days for Quintin and Brightwater staff to access relevant data to make business decisions for the entire company or individual communities. “I can even get it down to minutes sometimes,” he shares in the video. “What I love the most about Senior IQ is the immediate access to the dashboard, the graphical views and trending — whether it’s one community or the portfolio as a whole,” Quintin says. See the benefits of Senior IQ and fully integrated software Because Senior IQ integrates with solutions across the Yardi Senior Living Suite, Brightwater also connects with community management, financial accounting and customer relationship management. “I don’t have to worry about different systems and talking back and forth, working with different providers,” Quintin says. Quintin shares more in the video, including details about Brightwater’s success with RentCafe Senior CRM. Want to know more about all you can do with the Yardi Senior Living Suite? This integrated solution, built for all sizes of senior living communities, combines resident care, marketing, sales, finance, business intelligence, operations and more on a cloud-hosted, HIPAA and SOX-compliant software platform. Learn more about the Yardi Senior Living Suite — and be sure to contact us for a personalized demo anytime. We have a full library of other client testimonials, too. Watch more senior living leaders speak to the power of...

Carpooling – two or more people sharing a ride to and from work or another common destination – came to prominence as a fuel rationing measure in World War II and gained renewed urgency during the energy crises of the 1970s. After waning in subsequent years, the practice is undergoing another renaissance today. The percentage of U.S. workers commuting by carpool dropped from 19.7% in 1980 to 7.8% by 2021, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The figure rose to 8.6% in 2022, about what it is today. Can the once-popular practice gain a stronger foothold among today’s workers? Rising costs driving popularity Some observers think so. With the costs of vehicle ownership, maintenance, fuel, insurance and parking all trending upward, workers and business owners are seeking cost-effective transportation alternatives. Carpooling is one of them. Along with a chance to share cost burdens, carpooling offers an effective way to reduce traffic congestion, a major contributor to air pollution. Transport Canada, a government agency that manages transportation policies and programs, notes that carpooling with just one other person can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by hundreds of pounds annually. It can also significantly cut fuel expenses and support businesses’ sustainability initiatives. “Carpooling is gaining popularity once again and a major factor is that people and organizations are getting more and more environmentally conscious,” reports Pima Assn. of Governments, a metropolitan planning organization comprising local, state and tribal leaders in the Tucson, Ariz., area. Other benefits of carpooling include opportunities to establish social connections, access to high-occupancy vehicle lanes and reduced pressure on parking space. Tech opens new avenues Pima and other organizations utilize specialized technology that helps people find carpool partners, organize schedules, track expenses and reimbursements, plan routes and communicate with carpool partners. “Online carpooling platforms and app-based carpooling services have revolutionized the way people commute. These platforms connect riders with drivers, providing a user-friendly interface for scheduling rides, making payments and tracking journeys in real time,” according to Business Research Insights, a market intelligence firm in Pune, India. As the U.S. workforce continues its post-pandemic evolution, modern carpooling’s confluence of new technology, positive social interaction and environmental responsibility presents opportunities to enrich workers, communities and businesses. “The beauty of ridesharing lies in the fact that it taps into an abundant yet underutilized resource: the empty seats in cars [which] represent a huge source of waste in our transportation system – but potentially also a huge opportunity for improvement,” assert Deloitte researchers Peter Viechnicki, Tiffany Fishman and William D....

As nursing homes and assisted living communities were evacuated during the Los Angeles wildfires, industry members reached out to seek and offer help, matching residents with available space to create stability during a chaotic time. More than 1,500 residents were relocated to other care communities, hotels, vacation rentals and private residences, as reported in the LAist last week. Since the wildfires in L.A. County started on Jan. 7, at least 70 long-term care communities have been evacuated. LeadingAge California sent out a call for mutual aid on social media, stating that they were helping coordinate placements for residents of evacuated member communities in Southern California. LeadingAge also was seeking furniture, food and emergency supplies. Available space for evacuated residents The responses to help others in the industry came quickly, according to McKnight’s Senior Living News. “Within hours of stories of senior living and care communities evacuating residents amid flames and chaos, those unaffected by the tragedy began to broadcast their ability to help their counterparts in need.” Yardi client Cogir Senior Living reached out on social media to offer 60 days of free housing to seniors who were displaced by the fires: “Our goal is to provide a safe, comforting space where they can find stability and support during this challenging time.” LeadingAge disaster relief fund LeadingAge is also accepting donations for a Disaster Relief Fund for its members. As of last week, the organization knew of five communities that had evacuated more than 750 residents. Also, they were aware of 13 staff members who had lost their homes. “To date, we have heard of no deaths,” LeadingAge California President and CEO Jeanee Parker Martin shared on Jan. 8, “but we have heard of major devastation, displaced staff, loss of homes and other horrors created by the fires. We know this is not over, and many member organizations will need support in the days and weeks ahead.” Looking to the future Last week, LeadingAge California posted on social media that the organization continues to advocate for a long-term care mutual aid plan across the state that prioritizes residents of assisted living and skilled nursing care during disaster incidents. “Without a Long-Term Care Mutual Aid Plan across California, we put lives at stake each time there is a major emergency event.” The California Department of Public Health includes currently evacuated skilled nursing facilities on its health facility evacuation list. The California Department of Social Services includes currently evacuated assisted living communities on its Community Care Licensing Division evacuation...

Leading real estate technology provider Yardi® announced today that it has acquired Deskpass (U.S.) and Hubble (U.K.) to meet the evolving and diverse needs of workspace users. As workspace policies continue to evolve post-pandemic, businesses require flexible access to space that best suits their way of working – whether they are remote-first, hybrid, or fully office-based. The acquisitions mark a significant step forward in aligning commercial buildings with the increasingly agile needs of office users. Yardi, as a service provider to building owners, operators and occupiers for 40 years, welcomes the Deskpass and Hubble teams to meet the evolving needs of professionals and businesses. These acquisitions enhance existing Yardi Commercial and Yardi® Kube solutions as the technology backbone for flexible workspace operators, building owners and occupiers to support a wide variety of use for flexible workspace. Deskpass is a leading booking platform in North America for coworking and flexible workspace. Deskpass’ global network of partner locations enables individuals and enterprise clients to instantly book desks, meeting rooms and private offices on demand. Hubble is the U.K.’s leading online marketplace for coworking and flexible workspace. The platform enables individuals and employers to book on demand or flexibly contract for coworking desks, private offices, managed offices, part-time offices, meeting rooms and event spaces. Hubble customers include forward-thinking SMEs and corporates in the U.K. and worldwide. Yardi platform CoworkingCafe is the most comprehensive global marketplace for listing and booking coworking and flexible workspaces. With over 21,000 locations listed, CoworkingCafe provides operators unparalleled marketing reach for their spaces and seamless integration with Yardi Kube’s space management platform to support contracting, membership management, billing, accounting and reporting. Yardi Kube is the largest global platform for managing coworking and flexible office operations by powering end-to-end contracting, membership management, billing, accounting, reporting and more. The Yardi Kube platform seamlessly integrates with CoworkingCafe to provide unparalleled marketing reach, lead generation and on-demand revenue insights. Bringing together market leaders in Deskpass, Hubble and CoworkingCafe to expand the size, quality and ease of booking across the marketplace is critical to meet the increasing need for flexible space driven by professionals and corporations. Yardi will continue to collaborate with space providers and technology partners to deliver an industry-leading experience. “We are excited to build a global infrastructure to connect office users with space from the best office owners and coworking operators,” said Robert Teel, president of Yardi Global Solutions. “The Deskpass and Hubble teams bring a wealth of customer and industry knowledge about flexible marketplaces to help us service this evolving customer need.” “We’ve spent the last decade building Hubble into the UK’s leading marketplace for flexible workspace. As a business, our vision has always been to enable businesses to find workspace solutions that are accessible and adaptable to their teams’ unique ways of working. We’re incredibly excited to continue to scale this vision as part of Yardi,” said Tushar Agarwal, CEO and co-founder of Hubble. “Joining the Yardi family is a monumental step forward for Deskpass,” said Sam Rosen, CEO and co-founder of Deskpass.“Yardi’s vision for the future of our industry, paired with their global reach and deep relationships within the real estate industry, provides the perfect platform to supercharge our mission of offering businesses and individuals access to high-quality, flexible workspace solutions, anytime and...

Every new year starts with a “new year, new me” plan, which typically fades by the Spring. Let’s discuss how to turn resolutions into habits for an energy-efficient and sustainable 2025. Sustainable resolutions for an energy-efficient year begin with making practical resolutions that anyone can adopt to make their home or lifestyle more energy-efficient. Start by decluttering the physical space with an energy-efficient mindset. Get rid of unused electronics, which can reduce phantom load. Phantom loads sometimes referred to as vampire loads, are any electricity an appliance or device consumes, even when turned off. Reduce phantom load by always remembering to turn off lights and electronics when not in use. Printers, gaming devices, computer monitors, TVs or cable systems pull electricity from the grid even when not operating. Always have devices grouped on a power bar or strip. Recycle or donate old appliances and opt for energy-efficient ENERGY STAR®-rated replacements. Wash clothes in cold water and line dry when possible. Washing clothes in warm or hot water risks shrinking them. Install programmable or smart thermostats. Smart thermostats allow owners to control the temperature using settings on their smart devices. “An ENERGY STAR® certified smart thermostat offers more convenience, energy savings, insight, and control than manual or programmable thermostats. Homes with high heating and cooling bills and unoccupied homes for much of the day can save approximately $100 a year with an ENERGY STAR®-certified smart thermostat.” Reorganize spaces to optimize airflow and heating efficiency. Change air filters out regularly and tune HVAC equipment yearly. Seal heating and cooling ducts. “Sealing and insulating ducts can improve the efficiency of heating and cooling system by as much as 20 percent,” according to ENERGY STAR®. Workplace energy goals. Businesses and employees should collaborate on energy-saving resolutions to promote sustainability. To reduce office energy use, encourage hybrid work schedules. Upgrade to energy-efficient office lighting and HVAC systems. Implement office-wide reminders to power down equipment at the end of the day. Margaret Mead, the esteemed environmentalist, once stated, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” This powerful sentiment rings true for social movements and businesses determined to combat climate change. Host a few sustainability challenges to engage employees in green practices. The power of teamwork is key here, as it engages employees in sustainability and involves them in business carbon reduction efforts. For example, create “green teams” responsible for developing and implementing sustainable practices within the team or department. Organize friendly competitions to encourage employees to adopt eco-friendly habits such as reducing paper usage, carpooling or minimizing waste. Recognize and reward participants for contributing to a positive and engaging ecosystem, fostering a sense of community and shared responsibility. Form sustainable energy routines to build new habits. If daily habits do not change, you will never have a new year. Start with setting reminders or automating tasks like adjusting the thermostat when leaving home. Use apps to track electricity consumption and set usage goals. Energy Tracker on Apple IOS or Google Play is a good app to easily add, manage and evaluate meter readings and record electricity, water, gas and heat consumption. Make it fun for the family and create a rewards system for household members who consistently practice energy efficiency. One must better understand the psychology to break old habits. Habit formation is the process where repeated actions become automatic over time. This happens because the brain creates neural pathways that make these behaviors easier to perform without much thought. When a behavior is repeated enough, the brain learns to conserve energy by turning it into a habit. Patience is needed to overcome bad habits since solidifying them takes 18 to 254 days. Focus on consistency and avoid getting discouraged if instant results don’t happen. Keep tracking progress, stay committed and give yourself and others grace and time to let the...

As 2024 comes to a close, let’s take a look and reflect on Yardi’s achievements and accomplishments. Here are a few of the highlights.   A Milestone Anniversary 2024 was a milestone year for Yardi as we celebrated the company’s 40th anniversary. Clients that attended our Yardi Advanced Solutions Conference (YASC) events and employees worldwide received a special anniversary silver coin. These commemorative coins signify the milestone anniversary and mark Yardi’s four decades of real estate industry leadership. We look forward to another 40 years of providing outstanding products, services and support to our valued clients. Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award Starting 2024 with a bang, Yardi was again named a winner of Glassdoor’s 16th Employees’ Choice Awards, honoring the Best Places to Work 2024. This recognition is evidence of the positive work environment and culture we have collectively built at Yardi, making each of us a part of this success. The Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award is based solely on the input of employees who voluntarily provide anonymous feedback by completing a review about their job, work environment and employer on Glassdoor, the worldwide leader in insights about jobs, work environments and companies. “We are humbled to be included with so many great organizations and by the consistent, positive support of our global employees, which resulted in this honor,” said Kevin Yardi, vice president at Yardi. “For over 40 years, we have achieved steady growth by taking care of our customers, employees and communities. If you are looking for a great place to grow your career, Yardi is hiring in many offices worldwide.” Find career opportunities at careers.yardi.com. ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year In the spring, Yardi was honored to receive the 2024 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy for the sixth consecutive year since 2019. The Sustained Excellence Award, presented to Yardi for the fourth time this year, is a prestigious acknowledgment of the company’s consistent leadership and ongoing commitment to energy efficiency in real estate. “We are proud to have played a pivotal role in benchmarking and certifying buildings across the industry and worldwide in 2023. As a witness to our clients making progress toward and achieving their efficiency and reporting goals, we continue to advocate for the value of the ENERGY STAR program for building owners and managers,” said Joe Consolo, industry principal at Yardi. Forbes Cloud 100 Streak Continues In the summer, Yardi was named again to the prestigious Forbes Cloud 100 list, the definitive ranking of the top 100 private cloud companies in the world, published by Forbes in partnership with Bessemer Venture Partners and Salesforce Ventures. Yardi was a member of the inaugural Cloud 100 in 2016 and was No. 36 this year, making the list for the ninth straight year. “We’re honored that Yardi continues to rank among the top private cloud companies worldwide,” said Joel Loewen, vice president of cloud services at Yardi. “Since the inaugural list, this inclusion has reflected the continual efforts of our employees to create innovative and impactful solutions for our customers. We take pride in being one of the oldest companies on this prestigious list as well as one of the few that has no external capital.” Hurricane Helene Relief In the Fall, Yardi was there to help hundreds affected by Hurricane Helene, which made landfall in the Big Bend area of Florida, ravaging parts of Florida, Georgia, Tennessee and the Carolinas with flooding, storm surge and dangerous winds. Yardi pledged $250,000 to Direct Relief and World Central Kitchen for post-hurricane relief. These funds enabled both organizations to provide crucial emergency medical supplies, food, and water to those in need, demonstrating Yardi’s dedicated support for the affected communities. Our contribution made a significant difference in the lives of hundreds affected by Hurricane Helene, showcasing our commitment to social responsibility and community support. Sarah Bridich, Yardi’s director of corporate philanthropy,...

As we ring in the new year, we’re celebrating the community cheer of our senior living clients! We hope these highlights of positive stories from the 2024 holiday season fill your cup of kindness and inspire you for 2025. Decking the halls at Radiant Senior Living Radiant Senior Living shared a bright and joyful video on social media from The Village Senior Living in Tacoma, Washington. Residents and team members decorated the “It Takes a Village” tree with ornaments from their personal collections, which Radiant describes as bringing their family traditions to life. “We believe in creating an atmosphere for our team that encourages them to bring their whole selves to work, and the ‘It Takes a Village’ tree demonstrates that value beautifully!” Singing joyous all together at Maplewood Senior Living Maplewood Senior Living communities host several festive gatherings, shared on social media including a tree-lighting ceremony at Maplewood at Orange and a piano performance at Maplewood at Princeton with an opportunity for everyone to join in singing. Making spirits bright at Sagora Senior Living At Sagora Senior Living, residents are treated to holiday-themed group events, festive dining experiences and holiday activities tailored to individual needs. Sagora shared a blog post about how Sagora celebrates and how others can make the holidays special for seniors. “At Sagora Senior Living, the holidays are a time to celebrate the spirit of community. Our dedicated team goes above and beyond to create festive experiences that bring residents together and make them feel at home.” Dressed in holiday style at Merrill Gardens Merrill Gardens chose to collect warm Christmas gifts for youth, as shared on social media: “We are honored to once again support Treehouse with the R.D. Merrill Holiday Hoodies Drive! We are gathering new hoodies for foster children and if you would like to help you can send hoodies to our office!” Happy New Year from team Yardi We hope this post gave you a spark of holiday magic, and we look forward to seeing what happy moments our clients and their communities share throughout 2025! If you’re looking to connect with us in the new year to learn more about how we support our clients, reach out...

Like sorting through a giant keyring to find the right key for each door in a large building, siloed software systems waste valuable time for senior living communities. Navigating various platforms and manually transferring data both increase the risk of errors and place a burden on your staff. Imagine the difference when you have a master key that opens every door. With the Yardi Senior Living Suite you unlock everything you need with one interconnected solution that unites financials, care, business intelligence and more on a single platform. Why switch to a single connected solution? If you’ve used disconnected software tools, you’ve likely experienced the frustration of data-entry errors, time wasted digging for answers and the hassle of transferring information from one system to the next. Disparate tools rarely communicate as efficiently as single-stack solutions, if they talk to each other at all. Siloed systems can also be more costly, requiring multiple licensing fees and the expense of maintaining and upgrading each individual system. With a single connected solution like the Yardi Senior Living Suite, you alleviate these challenges, risks and frustrations. Access every tool needed in one secure place, empowering your teams with an intuitive platform that improves care and enhances efficiency. What makes the Yardi Senior Living Suite an unmatched solution? The Yardi Senior Living Suite is designed specifically for senior living operators, offering more than your average solution. Hosted on a cloud-based, HIPAA and SOX-compliant platform, these tools support the full spectrum of senior living — from independent living to continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) to value-based care. We prioritize our clients’ success and long-term growth, resulting in a platform that’s ever evolving and cutting edge. We’re proud to be a Forbes Cloud 100 software provider supporting our clients for 40+ years. Explore our full product suite to learn more, including:    Yardi Voyager Senior Housing, a community management powerhouse, combines property management, financials and complete business oversight Yardi Senior IQ, the only business intelligence solution built for senior living, helps you make smarter, faster decisions with actionable information across your portfolio Yardi EHR, a full-service, interoperable electronic health record solution, helps mitigate errors and limit liability, empowering staff to deliver the best resident care RentCafe Senior CRM, a collection of mobile-friendly sales and marketing tools, helps you attract new residents, nurture leads and maximize occupancy RentCafe Senior Living Portal, a secure online platform keeps residents, families and staff connected around the clock Book time with us Integrated software offers advantages that siloed systems can’t match. Wouldn’t you rather have a master key to unlock everything you need to operate your senior living community? If you’re ready to see the Yardi Senior Living Suite in action, reach out to meet with...

In today’s landscape of operating senior living communities, how can you alleviate staffing challenges? Organizations of various sizes seek answers in technology. Yet, how do you find the right technology that won’t overwhelm your essential care staff who are already busy? Our single connected solution — the Yardi Senior Living Suite — can simplify daily tasks for caregivers, helping you empower and retain your team members. For insight into actions that can promote both staff satisfaction and quality of care for residents, don’t miss our informative new ebook. After checking out a few highlights here, explore the full ebook. Why choose a single connected solution for your senior living community? According to 2024 data from the American Health Care Association, two-thirds of senior living communities are concerned they may have to close due to ongoing workforce challenges. Over 50% say their workforce situation has stayed the same or gotten worse in the past six months. 7 out of 10 still have fewer employees than they did before the pandemic. 46% are limiting admissions due to labor shortages. With no end in sight for these staffing challenges, it’s critical to invest in tools that simplify daily tasks for your caregivers — and incentivize them to stay longer. How does our technology support staff retention? Supporting your staff with an integrated electronic health record (EHR) and electronic medication administration record (eMAR) solution helps them provide better care for your residents.   Take a closer look at how our comprehensive care solutions support staff by: Uniting integrated workflows on a single platform. Supporting all types of senior living including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and life plan communities/continuing care retirement communities. Reinforcing value-based care (VBC) initiatives that empower staff. Keeping sensitive data safe with HIPAA and SOX compliance. Delivering solutions backed by a Forbes Cloud 100 company with 40+ years of industry experience. Providing interoperability and secure interface partners. Simplifying staff training with robust, built-in educational materials that allow employees to learn at their own pace, including videos, recorded webinars and job aids. Explore our integrated care solutions Yardi EHR: Yardi EHR is a full-service electronic health record solution that unites clinical intake processing, medication management, resident assessments, interoperability, care planning and more. It enables streamlined analysis of population health metrics and real-time information sharing — helping you track and improve resident health outcomes. Yardi eMAR: Yardi eMAR is a comprehensive medication management solution built for senior living. It streamlines medication passing and facilitates seamless communication between pharmacies, care staff and senior management, all on a single platform. Read the ebook in full The Yardi Senior Living Suite offers more ways to improve staffing challenges — read the ebook in its entirety to learn more. And if you have any questions for our team, don’t hesitate to reach...

The holiday season is ramping up, but your bills don’t have to! Enjoy the holidays without worrying about rising energy costs. Let’s explore some simple tips for keeping your home cozy and using low energy this winter. Put down the sponge: Did you know you use up to 27 gallons of water per load by hand-washing dishes? According to the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), an ENERGY STAR®-rated dishwasher only uses three gallons of water per load. An ENERGY STAR-certified dishwasher can save almost 5,000 gallons of water per year. In 2013, dishwashers were introduced with new standards that required them to only use as much as five gallons per load. Be sure it’s a whole load before running the dishwasher, and scrape food remnants into the trash before loading it. Prerinsing wastes more than 6,000 gallons of water per household yearly. Opt for small appliances: Embrace the convenience of using small appliances such as slow cookers, instant pots, toaster ovens, air fryers or microwaves. These energy-efficient alternatives save more energy than the oven or stove, making cooking a breeze. Instant pots or slow cookers are perfect for cooking side dishes like casseroles or chilis. Toaster ovens can quickly reheat leftovers and bake cookies or small cakes. Keep lids on: While cooking on the stove, cover pots and pans with lids to reduce heat waste, save energy and help food cook faster. No peeking: Can’t seem to stop looking at that delicious turkey? Use the oven light instead of opening the oven several times. A substantial amount of heat escapes whenever you open the oven door while cooking. Keep the door shut to save energy and cut back on cooking time. Sharing is caring: Maximize oven efficiency and the joy of the holiday season by baking multiple dishes together. Roasted vegetables and meats are a delicious duo that can be cooked together. Use ceramic or glass baking dishes to retain heat better than their metal counterparts, making them the most energy-efficient option for baking. Stay warm: As the kitchen heats up with cooking, so does the rest of the house. Turn the thermostat down a few degrees to save energy and stay comfortable. Turn down the heat even further when having a holiday gathering since extra body heat from guests should help keep everyone comfortable. Light it up: Here’s a bright idea for holiday lights—use LED lights! According to energy.gov, LEDs use up to 70 percent less energy than conventional incandescent bulbs and last about ten times longer. Some companies offer rental services for solar-powered light displays. These simple acts of responsibility can significantly reduce your energy bills during the holidays, giving you a sense of financial security and control over energy...

In October 2024, Yardi proudly co-hosted the year’s first GRESB Regional Insights event in Toronto, bringing together industry leaders and experts to discuss trends in real estate energy and sustainability. The event focused on the critical role of ESG (environmental, social, governance) in shaping the future of real estate, offering attendees valuable opportunities to learn from thought leaders, network with peers and explore rising trends in real estate practices. For over 15 years, GRESB has been at the forefront of sustainability within the real estate sector, setting benchmarks that drive transparency, accountability and long-term value creation. GRESB’s comprehensive assessments and data-driven insights have become crucial for investors and asset managers seeking to integrate ESG principles into their strategies and operations, particularly as they navigate sustainability challenges and develop innovative solutions. Key insights With over 65 attendees and a full morning schedule, industry leaders like Dan Winters from GRESB shared critical updates on sustainability trends, stressing the importance of data-driven strategies to achieve ESG goals. He emphasized the need for real estate firms to align with evolving global standards and adopt innovative approaches to sustainability reporting. Darryl Neate from REALPAC and Rob Simpson from Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ) highlighted the growing role of ESG in real estate investment decisions. Their discussion centered on how real estate organizations can adapt to increasing regulatory pressures by embedding sustainability into every level of their operations. As ESG reporting requirements continue to grow, the demand for accurate data and streamlined processes is more critical than ever. Rebecca Everts, senior energy benchmarking analyst at Yardi, discussed the importance of precise data management in tracking and analyzing building energy consumption. Yardi Energy has established itself as a leader in this field, equipping clients with tools to efficiently collect and analyze energy data. Much of the event’s discussion centered on the benefits of centralized data and clear reporting guidelines. Rebecca noted, “Reporting data for multiple organizations and clients can be complex, especially with different reporting timelines. Having well-organized data stored in one place makes it easier to review, ensure accuracy and streamline the reporting process.” Rebecca also stressed that integration and data transparency are key to meeting the rising demand for ESG compliance. Yardi’s solutions help clients tackle these challenges head-on by offering advanced technology that simplifies the data collection and reporting process. Overcoming challenges in ESG reporting While the benefits of ESG integration are clear, the journey toward full implementation is not without its challenges. As other panelists, Bozena Jankowska of Slate Asset Management and Jessica Pilz of Fiera Capital, pointed out, successful ESG reporting requires more than just data—it demands passion, patience, and perseverance, the “three P’s” of ESG. They emphasized that ESG integration involves multiple stakeholders across an organization, and support from senior leadership is crucial in driving sustainable initiatives forward. Additionally, collecting reliable data, particularly from external vendors, can be a challenge. However, with best practices like centralizing data collection and encouraging regulatory compliance, organizations can ensure smoother ESG reporting. A look to the future This event emphasized that sustainability is no longer just a trend—it’s a necessity in today’s real estate market. As the demands for ESG transparency grow, real estate organizations must stay ahead by embracing innovative solutions, fostering a culture of sustainability and centralizing their data. Centralized data not only streamlines the reporting process but also enhances data accuracy and transparency, helping organizations meet compliance standards more effectively. Yardi is proud to be part of this important conversation and looks forward to driving positive change in the industry. To learn more about how Yardi’s energy solutions can support your ESG goals, watch a...