Multifamily & Commercial Sustainability Services
Create healthier, more efficient, and higher-value buildings through custom green building & energy efficiency solutions.
How Can We Help?
We simplify green building and energy efficiency options to help your multifamily, mixed-use, and commercial project teams create more valuable and sustainable buildings.
- NGBS
- LEED
- EarthCraft
- ENERGY STAR
- DOE Zero Energy Ready
- Fitwel
- Green Globes
- PHIUS
- HERS Index
- LIHTC QAP Compliance
Sustainability Consulting
- HERO Code Incentives
- Sustainability Reporting
- Marketing Support
- Community Certification Program Development
- Green Standard Consulting
- Tax & Utility Incentive Support
- ESG Support
Design Analysis
- ASHRAE Energy Modeling
- COMcheck
- REScheck
- Data Aggregation & Reporting
- LEED & NGBS Energy Modeling
- Portfolio Manager Reporting SEDI and SEP
- LIHTC Utility Analysis
- Utility Monitoring
- Energy Benchmarking
- Blower Door Testing
- Code Compliance Testing
- Duct Testing
- HVAC Grading
- Indoor Air Quality Assessment
- Portfolio Manager Account Oversight
- Property Management Training
- HERS Associate Course
- Everything You Need to Know about the 2020 NGBS
- Solar for New Construction
- Custom Training Session
- Solar Analysis
- Solar System Design & Installation
- Solar Project Management
- Project Consulting
- Solar Incentive Analysis (Utility / Tax)
- Net Zero Community Program
Ready to get started?
We’re here to help! Reach out to our team and let us know your goals.
Our Process
Our team of building performance specialists has the experience to deliver a program that works with your process, not against it. We’re here to distill the maze of sustainability options down to a clear path forward for your project.
Step 1
Schedule a one-on-one meeting to review your project's goals & challenges.
Step 2
Our team of building performance experts crafts a custom plan based on your goals and timeline.
Step 3
We handle everything from there - from educating your subs, to paperwork, & leasing staff training.
Who We Work With
We work with all project types and sizes, ranging from residential market-rate development, senior living, student housing, affordable housing, renovations and retrofits, office spaces, retail centers, and everything in between.
We understand that every project has unique sustainability goals and priorities. That’s why we’re committed to meeting our customers where they are, regardless of whether they are ready to sprint towards their goals, walk at their own pace, or anywhere in between.
Our Projects
We have over 250 active multifamily & commercial projects in 22 states (plus Haiti & Puerto Rico).
Southern Energy Management has been helping us to achieve our sustainability and wellness certification goals since 2013. The entire team is professional, collaborative, and a joy to work with.
Lisa Phocas,
Crescent Communities
One of the reasons I love having an energy consultant on the team. Just one more set of eyes to ensure the quality is where everyone wants it.
Timothy McCarty,
Equity Plus
SEM has proven a valuable partner in the green building, energy efficient building industry. Your consultation on new codes, programmatic changes, materials evolvement and process implementation, as well as SEM’s expedited service when special needs arise, are invaluable to any development and construction team in our industry. We look forward to the next opportunity to work together.
Chad McGinty,Pointe Wiregrass, Inc. 
Over the past year, Benoit Rivard and SEM have added tremendous value to our Development and Construction teams. Benoit is thorough during our plan review process, focusing on how we can meet the various requirements in the most cost effective manor, and equips our Construction project managers with the necessary tools to navigate the green building certification process with ease. We feel confident in electing EarthCraft and Energy Star requirements due to the expertise at SEM!
Morgan Flowers,Lawson Companies
Resources
Building Certification Comparison Tool
This chart provides a quick overview of multifamily & commercial green building certification features, requirements, and complementary programs.
PDF Guide
Multifamily Green Building Starter Guide
This quick start PDF guide covers everything you need to know to get started with green building on your next multifamily project!
PDF Guide
Here for You
We’re a passionate team dedicated to improving the way people make and use energy.
- Fully certified team of HERS Raters
- 2 NGBS Mater Green Verifiers on staff
- 44,000+ units inspected since 2008
- 140+ clients served
- 2022 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year
- Certified B Corp Since 2009
- 2022 B Corp Best for the Environment
Ready to Get Started?
Schedule a meeting with our green building specialists to review your project goals and challenges.
About Us
North Carolina’s solar power and building performance expert. Founded in 2001, we’ve worked for 20+ years to improve the way people make and use energy.
