Reducing Operating Costs in Commercial Properties – What Has Worked for You?

Hi everyone,

I’m currently reviewing ways to reduce long-term operating expenses across a few commercial properties and would love to hear what strategies have delivered real ROI for others here.

Beyond the usual energy-efficient HVAC upgrades and LED lighting, I’ve been exploring building envelope improvements that help regulate interior temperatures and protect interiors from sun exposure. Some property owners I’ve spoken with mentioned that upgrading glass treatments on office and retail spaces helped lower cooling costs, reduced glare for tenants, and even improved tenant comfort during peak summer months.

For those managing commercial buildings:

Have you implemented any cost-effective upgrades to improve energy performance?
Did any exterior or window-related improvements make a noticeable difference in tenant satisfaction or utility bills?
How do you evaluate whether these upgrades actually increase asset value over time?
I’d really appreciate hearing practical experiences—both successes and lessons learned—especially from those managing multi-tenant or mixed-use properties.

Looking forward to the discussion.