ENVIRONMENTAL
INTRODUCTION
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Tech and Innovation
In alignment with our approach to strategically evaluate and leverage innovative technologies, ESRT continually tests, vets, and implements IEQ, energy efficiency, and emissions reduction strategies and technologies across our portfolio.
In addition to the technological standards we implement throughout our portfolio, we pilot new and emerging technologies, such as these pilots at the Empire State Building in 2022:
• Photovoltaic (PV) glass windows to convert light to electricity without optical properties being compromised • Real-time air quality monitors, trends, reports, software, and hardware › Collects air quality data to measure pollutants (such as CO, PM 2.5, CO 2 , temperature, humidity and VOCs) around the clock. These data measurements can initiate action with connected devices and systems to improve indoor air quality, thermal comfort, and energy efficiency. • Smart building automation that translates real-time data to affect operational, sustainability, and compliance objectives
• Circadian rhythm LED lighting retrofits to improve IEQ and lower lighting energy usage • Plug load management software and hardware • Waste management software and hardware to improve waste diversion rates • Controls updates to advanced ASHRAE High Performance Guideline 36 • Software and controls integration for enhanced integration of tenant systems into advanced building controls • RTEM, hardware, software, and controls partnerships with tenants to optimize data center and server energy usage
EMPIRE STATE REALTY TRUST: 2022 SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
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