Our Services

Haze Enterprises offers tailored advisory solutions to address the common

challenges faced by organizations in planning/managing energy efficiency and

sustainability of commercial real estate portfolios.

Assessment and Planning Support

Portfolio/Project Strategy

  • Evaluate energy requirements and objectives.
  • Formulate strategies or standards for energy management.
  • Suggest technologies and practices that enhance energy efficiency.
  • Offer guidance for regulatory compliance.
  • Aid in planning and integrating renewable energy.
  • Establish and refine goals and targets for sustainability.
  • Conduct assessments and devise strategies for decarbonization.
  • Develop standards for green building in capital projects.
  • Serve as in-house expert on all areas of energy & sustainability within your organization.


Project Development

  • Advise on project planning and feasibility studies.
  • Identification of potential energy projects.
  • Financial analysis and budgeting support.
  • Assessment of grant funding.
  • Evaluation of tax deductions.
  • Analysis of utility incentives.
  • Development and review of Request For Proposals (RFPs).
  • Assist in procuring consultants, equipment, and contractors.


Risk Management:

  • Identification and mitigation of risks associated with energy projects.
  • Development of contingency plans.
  • Support for regulatory compliance.


Owners Energy Representation

Project Implementation

Pre-Design Phase

  • Align energy efficiency and sustainability objectives with industry best practices.
  • Assess current energy usage to establish realistic and attainable targets.
  • Evaluate feasibility studies, energy-saving measures, and plans for integrating renewable energy systems.

Design Phase

  • Work with architects, engineers, and designers to advance energy efficiency and sustainability aspects.
  • Recommend high-performance materials and technologies that minimize energy consumption.

Construction Phase

  • Verify that contractors comply with energy efficiency standards.
  • Conduct quality assurance through routine site visits and inspections of energy-efficient system installations.
  • Keep comprehensive records of all decisions and changes related to energy.


Operational Assurance Support

Education

  • Training programs for staff on best practices in energy management.
  • Workshops and seminars on energy efficiency and sustainability.
  • Educational resources and materials.
  • Support and development of processes for continuous engagement of occupants and fostering a culture of sustainable behavioral change with new technologies and high-performance building systems.


Energy Efficiency Financing & Tax Incentives

  • Guidance on accessing low-interest loans, grants, and financing options like Energy as a Service (EaaS) models to fund upgrades without upfront capital.
  • Expertise in qualifying for tax incentives, including the Section 179D deduction (up to $5.81 per sq ft for energy-efficient commercial buildings achieving 25-50% savings).
  • Assistance with Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) rebates and credits for retrofits, electrification, and renewable integrations.
  • Partnership with CPAs to certify projects, maximize deductions, and ensure IRS compliance for seamless financial benefits.
  • Strategies to leverage incentives for improved ROI, such as combining financing with operational savings to boost net operating income (NOI) by 25-50%..