In this eye-opening interview, Mary Nitschke speaks with Brad Allen Molotsky https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-a-molotsky-7401664/ , a real estate lawyer and expert on regulations, climate, and sustainability. They explore the current state of ESG, federal and state regulations, PFAS (Forever Chemicals), and practical strategies for multifamily operators to understand evolving environmental regulations and future risks and regulations that may impact their assets.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to ESG and Multifamily
04:20 Federal Government's Stance on Sustainability
07:26 State-Level Initiatives and Regulations
12:24 The Impact of PFAS (Forever Chemicals)
19:21 Challenges in Multifamily
28:15 Conclusion and Future Outlook
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In this engaging interview, industry veteran Mike Brewer https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikebrewer/ shares his journey from single family real estate to multifamily operations, emphasizing the importance of human-centric leadership, data utilization, and the evolving role of AI in the industry. Discover insights on balancing profit with social responsibility, leveraging utility data, and fostering meaningful relationships in a tech-driven world.
This episode is brought to you by Public Grid https://www.linkedin.com/company/publicgrid/.
Public Grid helps multifamily operators see what’s normally invisible, simplify sustainability, and create better resident experiences — without adding operational burden.
We bring visibility into property and portfolio-level utility usage that’s historically been opaque, give operators RECs and sustainability credit when residents choose greener energy, and make it easy for residents to sign up in just three easy steps — saving money and hours of effort.
The result? Happier residents, cleaner data, and smarter decisions — all without changing how you operate your properties.
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Chapters
00:00 The Origin Story: Unveiling Superpowers
05:20 The Drive Behind the Journey: Motivation and Growth
08:13 Balancing People and Profit: The Accountability Factor
11:18 The Evolution of Data: Insights from Utility Management
14:18 Coexisting with AI: Enhancing Human Relationships
17:27 Legacy and Impact: Changing the Multifamily Industry
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In this engaging conversation, Josh Felser https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshfelser/ shares his journey from digital media to climate tech, emphasizing the importance of utility management, electrification, and innovative solutions like vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology in multifamily housing. Find out why this innovation is critical for accelerating the transition to renewable energy and what it means for energy bills—and for the planet. This episode is essential listening for tech enthusiasts, green energy supporters, and EV owners eager to turn their vehicles into active allies in climate change solutions.
This episode is brought to you by PlugOp https://www.linkedin.com/company/plugop/.
EV charging in multifamily doesn't have to be complicated. PlugOp is the expert, so you don't have to be.
As an end-to-end partner for multifamily portfolio owners and operators, PlugOp helps you launch charging programs that actually work. Starting with the planning phase, they provide the in-house research that powers their proprietary portfolio-wide intelligence reports, which determines exactly where chargers need to go and how many you truly need, all based on actual demand, local regulation, and available insights.
When it's time to build, PlugOp delivers turnkey installation and software design specifically for the unique needs of apartment communities. And after launch, their real-time dashboard analytics shows you how to scale smarter and optimize pricing over time.
If you're looking to elevate your EV charging strategy, PlugOp is with you every step of the way from day zero and beyond.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Utility Management and Climate Action
03:59 Josh Felser's Journey into Climate and Sustainability
07:03 Challenges in Utility Management and Regulatory Hurdles
08:13 On-Site Solar in Multifamily
11:44 The Importance of Energy Storage Solutions
13:54 Innovations in Vehicle-to-Grid Technology
21:23 Personal Experiences with Multifamily Energy Solutions
28:02 The Human Element in Energy Transition
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