Podcast

What Do Emissions Laws Require?

June 17, 2024

Boston’s Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance, or BERDO, requires building owners to report and reduce carbon emissions. Here’s what building owners and managers need to know about it—even if they’re not in Boston.

Janelle Penny

Emissions disclosure laws, such as the Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance (BERDO) in Boston, are placing demands on building owners and managers. James Mylett, Schneider Electric’s SVP of U.S. Digital Buildings, explains what commercial real estate professionals need to know about these laws and how to walk the compliance tightrope.

Show Notes:

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About Our Guest:

James Mylett is SVP of U.S. Digital Buildings at Schneider Electric.

About the Author

Janelle Penny | Editor-in-Chief at BUILDINGS

Janelle Penny has been with BUILDINGS since 2010. She is a two-time FOLIO: Eddie award winner who aims to deliver practical, actionable content for building owners and facilities professionals.