In October 2013, the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) engaged Cadmus to conduct research on the commercial real estate (CRE) market and NEEA’s CRE Initiative.1 Since 2007, NEEA has offered the initiative to encourage the Northwest’s commercial real estate market to adopt Strategic Energy Management (SEM) practices to reduce energy use. SEM is a holistic approach to managing energy that involves efficient equipment and behavioral activities and requires engagement from building staff at all levels.
