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The latest insights and events in real estate ESG, energy regulations, energy engineering and corporate sustainability
CodeGreen, A Pinchin Company welcomes Diaz Architect & Associates PC, expanding Building Envelope expertise in New York and New Jersey.
CodeGreen, A Pinchin Company welcomes Diaz Architect & Associates PC, expanding Building Envelope expertise in New York and New Jersey.
Addition brings specialized architecture, restoration, preservation, forensic investigation, and FISP experience to CodeGreen’s Building Envelope practice
Building What’s Next: Chris Cayten’s Impact on Sustainable Real Estate
From architecture to sustainability leadership, Chris Cayten’s career reflects adaptability, technical expertise, and a commitment to shaping the future of sustainable real estate. As Senior Director of Sustainability, Chris brings more than 25 years of experience helping clients navigate evolving energy regulations, improve building performance, and prepare for what’s next in the built environment.
Preparing for 2027 Building Performance Standards
Prepare for 2027 Building Performance Standards (BPS) compliance with expert guidance on benchmarking accuracy, alternative compliance pathways, overlapping regulations, decarbonization planning, and major policy updates across the U.S. Learn how to reduce risk, avoid penalties, and meet future performance targets.
career journey spotlight: The King of Code Compliance
Discover how Marty Rebholz, Executive Director of Code Compliance at CodeGreen, helps clients navigate New York City building codes, permitting, and regulatory challenges.
Career Journey Spotlight: Embracing Challenges, Building Success
Discover how John Leitner, Senior Vice President at CodeGreen, built a successful career through engineering, environmental consulting, entrepreneurship, and leadership in New York's real estate industry.
Welcoming SAG to CodeGreen: Expanding Our Special Inspections Expertise
CodeGreen welcomes SAG to strengthen its Special Inspections, engineering consulting, and DOB compliance services, delivering expanded expertise across the real estate lifecycle.
LEED v5 O+M: Key Changes for Building Owners
Learn the key differences between LEED v4.1 and LEED v5 O+M, including new decarbonization goals, performance metrics, and the June 30, 2027 registration deadline for building owners.
LEED v5 BD+C: Key Changes for Building Owners and Developers
Discover how LEED v5 BD+C helps future-proof buildings through decarbonization, resilience planning, and human-centered design—plus key changes and the June 30, 2027 deadline.
CodeGreen Expands to Washington DC: Faster Approvals, Local Expertise, Proven Results
Now in Washington, DC, CodeGreen provides code compliance, permitting coordination, and energy performance consulting. Get faster approvals with local expertise across the DMV region.
CodeGreen Joins the Building Performance Partnership to Accelerate Building Decarbonization At Scale
CodeGreen, a Pinchin Company, joins the Building Performance Partnership to support nationwide decarbonization, energy efficiency, and high-performance building initiatives through industry collaboration.
DC Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS): What Building Owners Need to Know
Learn how DC’s Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) impact building owners, key deadlines, compliance pathways, and strategies to reduce energy use and carbon.
Boston BERDO 2.0: What the City’s Emissions Law Means for Building Owners
Learn how Boston’s BERDO 2.0 impacts building owners, including emissions limits, reporting deadlines, compliance pathways, and strategies to prepare for net-zero by 2050.
Supporting New York Real Estate Through Strategic Code Consulting
CodeGreen supported SL Green’s conversion of 750 Third Avenue through strategic code, zoning, and environmental consulting—guiding approvals, reducing risk, and enabling a successful office‑to‑residential transformation in New York City.
Project Spotlight: City of Hollywood FGBC Silver Recertification (2025)
The City of Hollywood, FL achieved FGBC Silver recertification in 2025 with CodeGreen, upgrading to Version 5 and advancing long‑term sustainability performance.
International Day of Clean Energy: Building a Sustainable Future
The International Day of Clean Energy highlights the critical role clean, renewable energy plays in advancing a sustainable future. In our latest blog, CodeGreen shares how we help organizations drive meaningful progress through energy efficiency, decarbonization, and sustainable building strategies.