Why Landlords Should Take the Lead on Submeter Technology

This analysis from the Institute for Market Transformation examines why landlords should proactively install submeter technology to overcome the energy blind spots inherent in gross-lease commercial properties.

In gross-lease arrangements, tenants have no visibility into — and therefore no incentive to reduce — their energy consumption, since utility costs are bundled into rent. This creates significant waste and represents a missed opportunity for property owners.

The paper argues that landlords who take the lead on installing submeter technology can reduce operating costs, improve tenant satisfaction, enhance property values, and demonstrate environmental leadership — all while gaining actionable data to drive operational improvements across their portfolio.

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