Practical Guide To Energy Management Author:John Klein This publication outlines practical steps real estate managers can take to reduce energy consumption and save on energy costs. Important considerations are:* Creating and implementing an action plan to improve energy performance* Managing after-hours HVAC use and costs* Heating and cooling* Purchasing energy economically--working with the utilit... more »ies, seeking special rates, aggregating power purchases* Reviewing utility bills and learning to understand them* Encouraging changes in occupant behavior« less