IReuse

In 2010, iReuse surveyed commerical facility and sustainability professionals in order to identify which sustainability metrics were being tracked, what metrics were most important, and how data was being managed. Survey respondents included facilities managers (28%), sustainability directors or professionals (23%), administrators or directors (15%), and marketing professionals (11%). Sixty four people participated in the survey.

The results suggest that electricity management and data tracking remains a critical metric for most companies, but a significant number (46%) still do not track any other utility or sustainability data. Many of those who do track utility data report that they are using Excel‐based systems and are looking for better software solutions that are easier to use, ensure data integration, and provide dashboards and graphics for reporting purposes. Two of the top reasons given for tracking data were to increase efficiency and decrease environmental impact. However, an interesting finding was that a majority of respondents ranked LEED certification and carbon reporting among the least important reasons to track facility and sustainability data.

Sustainability and Energy Use Tracking Survey