Sustainability is defined as the ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level, in this context it means avoidance of the depletion of natural resources in order to maintain an ecological balance, i.e. the idea that goods and services should be produced in ways that do not use resources that cannot be replaced and that do not damage the environment.

Applied Environmental has developed facility sustainability and energy efficiency programs from the ground up; from gathering stakeholders and developing plans, to implementation, continual monitoring, and improvement. “You can’t manage what you don’t measure, therefore we have a strong emphasis on data collection and analysis beginning with getting to know you, your facility, your goals Then identifying the key data that will help you succeed. That data will drive solutions such as the most cost-effective energy projects, the best approach to improving recycling rates, or the most impactful sustainability strategies.

Our staff includes a Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), and LEED AP. Our expertise includes:

1. Sustainability and energy programs- development, implementation, management,
2. Energy audits,
3. Energy data monitoring and analysis,
4. Energy efficiency project identification and prioritization,
5. Greenhouse gas (GHG) emission inventories and reduction strategies,
6. LEED projects – new construction and existing buildings,
7. Stormwater and low impact development (LID),
8. Recycling programs,
9. Indoor air quality expertise
10. Guiding principles assessments

Applied Environmental knows the federal requirements, laws, and mandates for energy and sustainability. We also understand the financial constraints on both the public and private sector, and use life cycle cost analyses to identify projects with desirable paybacks.