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Interview and environmental social governance , although we didn ' t call it that at the time .
“ I ’ ve had a long career working with the American Institute of Architects , assisting on their first committee on the environment , which focused on the environmental impacts of the different materials and resources to potentially be used by architects and designers . I then transitioned to work on the first public-private partnership that the US Environmental Protection Agency created . Known today as ENERGY STAR , its focus is on strategic energy management , reducing building operating expenses , and increasing asset value .”
Education and engagement
Having worked there for several years , Deb then went on to start her own consulting practice . Today , RE Tech supports approximately $ 1.5 trillion of assets under management in commercial real estate .
“ We help advise on the strategic side of building development and management ,” Deb continues . “ With over 800 energy engineers , and MEP engineers , Legence provides building construction and maintenance services . We also offer refurbishment services to retrocommission buildings or enable enhanced energy and water usage efficiency .
“ While my role is multi-faceted , there are two aspects I particularly enjoy . The first is education . I love to mentor people coming into the industry . It ’ s a dynamic and ever-changing landscape , and I enjoy working with folks to help them understand the opportunities available therein . Equally , I enjoy making clients aware of the ways in which they can achieve their audacious decarbonization and
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