Earlier this year, SDC soft-launched its Sustainable Asset Management service line. Complementing our proven track record of LEED for Operations + Maintenance certification and related guidance, these new and expanded services focus on identifying, optimizing, and measuring sustainable operations within existing buildings and draw upon the experience brought in by our newest team members. SDC’s Sustainable Asset Management services currently center around the following:
- ASHRAE Level I & II Energy Audits
- ESG & GHG Emission Assessments
- Climate Risk & Mitigation Assessments
- Renewable Energy Feasibility Studies
- Sustainable Operations Assessments
- Utility Analysis & Related Services
- Waste Audits & Zero Waste Strategies
SDC understands that existing building owners face mounting pressure to improve economic and environmental performance. Our Sustainable Asset Management services not only optimize operational costs; they also demonstrate environmental and social responsibility to offer organizations long-term, competitive advantages.
SDC’s interdisciplinary team of professionals offers decades of combined experience and passion for sustainable built environments. We increased these capabilities in early 2025 through the strategic hires of the following new members of our Richmond, Virginia team to lead the delivery of the new Sustainable Asset Management service line:
- Emmanuel Hales, Senior Associate, Business Operations: Emmanuel is a sustainability business leader with more than 25 years of experience in operations management, corporate sustainability, and energy services. With a passion for driving organizational growth and implementing impactful ESG strategies, Emmanuel oversees business operations for SDC, while also spearheading our Sustainable Asset Management services.
- Tamara Rykal, Senior Consultant, Energy Engineering: Tamara is a dedicated environmental scientist and systems engineer who is passionate about sustainability, energy efficiency, and leveraging technology to create measurable improvements in environmental practices. A Certified Energy Manager, Tamara’s expertise includes conducting energy audits and sustainability assessments.
- Brandon Bate, Senior Consultant, Building Performance: Brandon’s expertise spans project management, business development, and energy and sustainability consulting. His sharp analytical skills and ability to identify utility-saving opportunities have consistently translated into measurable results.
Learn more about SDC’s evolving Sustainable Asset Management services here.