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U.S. COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE AND TELECOM REGULATION BULLETIN
Q2 2026
We’re excited to share our Q2 2026 EBI quarterly commercial real estate (CRE) and telecom regulation bulletin for the United States – full of essential news and commentary on the latest regulatory updates for the built environment.
Healthcare Construction Environmental Monitoring Case Study | EBI Consulting
Healthcare Construction Environmental Monitoring Construction within occupied healthcare...
Healthcare Indoor Air Quality Monitoring Case Study | EBI Consulting
Healthcare Indoor Air Quality Monitoring When construction takes place inside an occupied...
Healthcare Indoor Air Quality Investigation Case Study | EBI Consulting
Healthcare Industrial HygieneWhen hospital staff report symptoms that may be related to indoor air...
How a CRE Investment Firm Scaled Billions in Acquisitions
Client Investor StoryInside the Deal: How One National Commercial Real Estate (CRE) Investment...
Bridge Rehabilitation Environmental Remediation Case Study: Managing Contaminated Soil During a $24 Million Infrastructure Project
Bridge Rehabilitation Environmental Remediation Case Study How EBI Managed Contaminated Soil,...
Telecom Environmental Compliance Case Study: Managing 6,500+ Generator Sites Across 34 States
telecom case studyA major U.S. wireless carrier needed environmental compliance support across...
Retail Energy Compliance Case Study: $120K in Annual Energy Savings
EBI partnered with a major national home improvement retailer to support energy compliance,...
$240K Annual Savings, Zero Capital Spend
case studyAchieving Colorado Building Performance Compliance for Communale Properties.Helping an...
Design & Construction Monitoring for Multifamily Property in Downtown Denver
Project Overview Upgrading Critical Systems for Multifamily Efficiency EBI Consulting provided...
$300K Saved: How a Colorado CRE Firm Achieved Compliance with Building Performance Standards (BPS)
Project Overview A Colorado-based CRE investor partners with EBI to tackle evolving energy...
How One CRE Firm Saved $3.5M by Consolidating Due Diligence
THE CHALLENGEDisjointed Due Diligence Was Slowing Deals and Raising Risk A national commercial...
Treasury CPF Fiber Projects
Project Overview Building Scalable Compliance for CPF-Funded Broadband With over 20 years of...
NTIA-Funded Fixed Wireless Projects
Project Overview Laying the Foundation for Scalable Compliance With over 20 years of experience in...
Optimizing Energy Efficiency for 300+ Retail Locations
Project Overview Maximizing Retail Energy Efficiency Across 300+ Locations Nationwide EBI...
Optimizing Retail Energy Efficiency Nationwide
Project Overview Trusted Commissioning Partner for Nationwide Retail Energy Efficiency EBI...
Fire Damage Restoration: Large-Scale Soot Cleanup for Continuity
Project Overview Comprehensive Fire and Soot Cleanup for Seamless Business Operations EBI...
Nationwide Energy Benchmarking Compliance for a Global Telecom Firm
Project Overview Energy Benchmarking & Building Performance Compliance EBI Consulting...
Asbestos Abatement Solutions for Town-Owned School Buildings in Lexington, MA
Project Overview In 2017, EBI Consulting was contracted to perform comprehensive AHERA inspections...
EBI’s Demolition, Remediation, and Site Restoration Services in Westchester, New York
Client: ConfidentialYear(s): 2014-2015Size: 15,250 SF (Former Automotive Repair Facility)Location:...
Asbestos Survey and Abatement Oversight: Case Study of 8 Commercial Buildings
EBI Consulting (EBI) was contracted to conduct pre-roof replacement asbestos surveys at eight...
Managing $30B worth of assets nationwide with EBI Consulting
EBI Consulting (EBI) was contracted to conduct pre-roof replacement asbestos surveys at eight...
Quincy Public School Renovation
ABOUT THE PROJECTEBI provided professional design services under a master services agreement for...
National Retailer MEP Commissioning Support
OverviewEBI partnered with a national retailer to deliver HVAC and MEP commissioning support for...
Enhancing property viability through comprehensive assessment
THE factsWhen it comes to real estate acquisition, navigating Freddie Mac compliance regulations...
Transforming Freddie Mac Compliance into a Strategic Asset
THE factsWhen it comes to real estate acquisition, navigating Freddie Mac compliance regulations...
Elevating Real Estate Value: 36 IREM Certifications in 6 Months
THE factsThe client recognized the importance of sustainability not only for environmental impact...
Venetian Resort Las Vegas / VICI Properties
THE facts and figuresVICI Properties made headlines when it announced its intention to acquire the...
Nationwide tower company, NEPA services
THE facts and figuresEBI Consulting was retained by a nationwide tower company to perform a full...
Biolaboratory, carbon footprint assessment
THE facts and figuresEBI worked with a biolaboratory to help them achieve carbon neutral...
The Ziggurat building, LEED certification
THE facts and figuresOn behalf of Nome Capital Partners, EBI performed LEED v4 for Building...
Annual Tier II reporting is something facilities should stay ahead of, especially with the March 1 deadline coming around every year. I recommend reviewing the chemical inventory early enough to determine what… The Federal Communications Commission (FCC)’s 2026 NEPA changes will affect how carriers, tower owners and other project proponents scope environmental reviews for wireless facilities. Project proponents should… General bird nesting periods vary by species, location, and seasonal conditions, and nesting activity may occur outside commonly recognized windows. Fall planning is particularly important for… For affordable multifamily owners in Upstate New York, the cost and coordination required to modernize an existing building can delay otherwise worthwhile improvements… The conversation around predictive EHS is accelerating. AI, analytics, wearables and real-time monitoring are giving organizations new ways to identify risk earlier… Eric Sunderland explains how professional judgment shapes acquisition due diligence, from deferred maintenance and remaining useful life to capital timing and execution. In this Q&A, he also shares what has stood out to him at EBI… Owners and investors evaluating existing life sciences real estate need a connected view of four things before committing capital… Denver’s construction and demolition recycling requirements apply to qualifying permit applications submitted on or after September 1, 2026. Project teams should account for… A multifamily Property Condition Assessment should document visible deficiencies and give the lender a defensible basis for evaluating collateral condition, repair exposure, capital needs, and the borrower’s ability to… Boston’s August 15 reporting deadline is followed closely by a September 1 deadline for several BERDO flexibility measures. The federal government has committed $42.45 billion to broadband expansion through the BEAD... BERDO is not a reporting program. Reporting is how the City of Boston measures progress. The... After more than a decade working across commissioning, energy audits, MEP assessments, and... A Mid-Year Read for CRE Decision-MakersThrough the first half of 2026, capital came back to... The federal government pulled back on PFAS rules in May 2026. The risk didn't go away. It moved to... At EBI Consulting, community impact guides how we work and who we work with. Since 2019, our... EBI has been approved as a Qualified Service Provider (QSP) under the Mass Save® Existing Building... Cold weather doesn’t just create inconvenience for commercial properties, it creates changes in... Commercial real estate (CRE) is under increasing pressure from an overburdened power grid, surging... How Winter Weather Impacts Archaeological FieldworkWinter presents well-known challenges for... Connecticut’s Release-Based Cleanup Regulations (RBCRs) take effect on March 1, 2026, and the... As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on a year shaped by collaboration,... The Expanding Scope of Building Performance Standards By 2026, dozens of U.S. cities and states... On May 16, 2025, the Connecticut General Assembly adopted a major shift in how the state... After several years of recalibration, the commercial real estate (CRE) market is regaining... The New York City DOB has announced a temporary extension to the annual Local Law 95 (LL95)... From Static Reports to Strategic Insights Traditional due diligence reports and energy audits... The Problem: Too Much Data, Not Enough ClarityDue diligence teams, environmental consultants, and... When commercial real estate transactions move forward, environmental due diligence plays a... When hazardous chemicals aren’t managed properly, the results can be devastating. In September... Ask any commercial real estate leader what keeps them up at night, and it is not just growth. It... What Property Owners and Managers Need to Know in 2025 Denver and Colorado are raising the bar for... If you’re a commercial property owner or manager in New York, energy efficiency is one of the most... What is BEAD?The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program is a federal initiative... In today’s commercial real estate (CRE) landscape, investors face heightened uncertainty. Interest... Whether you're opening a new retail location or acquiring an existing property, utility... In a significant move for building owners and operators across Colorado, Governor Jared Polis... LL97 Extension Now Available The City is offering a reporting extension for LL97 to help building... Julia Lynch is a sustainability consultant at EBI Consulting, where she supports clients in... The Office Market Has Changed—So Should Your StrategyAfter hitting bottom in 2023, the U.S....
Tier II Reporting Before the March 1 Deadline
FCC NEPA Changes: What Your Telecom Project Still Needs
Plan Avian Nest Surveys Before Field Work Begins
A NYSERDA AMP Up Guide for Upstate New York Affordable Multifamily Owners
From Reactive to Predictive EHS: Building Risk Visibility Across Multiple Facilities
Beyond the Checklist: A Q&A with Eric Sunderland on Due Diligence at EBI
The Life Sciences Real Estate Reset: How to Evaluate and Reposition Existing Assets
Denver Construction and Demolition Recycling Requirements: Planning for September 1, 2026
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Multifamily PCA Requirements: What Lenders and Borrowers Need to Know
Boston BERDO Flexibility Measures: What Building Owners Need to Know Before September 1, 2026
Broadband Expansion in 2026: Why Compliance, Not Funding, Is the Real Bottleneck
BERDO Compliance in 2026: Why Boston Building Owners Need a Strategy, Not Just a Deadline
The Massachusetts Building Performance Gap: What Developers and Owners Need to Know | EBI Consulting
Inside The CRE Recovery: Faster, Pickier, Less Forgiving
PFAS, Phase I ESAs, and Your Next CRE Deal
Building Safer, Stronger Communities: EBI’s Longstanding Partnership with Girls Inc.
EBI Approved as Mass Save® Qualified Service Provider for Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx)
What Cold Weather Really Does to Commercial Buildings, And How to Respond Effectively
Microgrids in Commercial Real Estate: Building Resilience and Protecting Asset Value
Winter Challenges in Archaeological Fieldwork: Best Practices to Keep Projects on Track
Connecticut’s Release-Based Cleanup Regulations: Understanding the “Filing Cabinet Exemption”
EBI Wrapped: Reflecting on 2025 & Looking Ahead to 2026
Beyond Compliance: How Building Performance Standards Are Reshaping Real Estate Economics
Connecticut’s Release-Based Cleanup Regulations: What You Need to Know
Commercial Real Estate Outlook 2026: From Recovery to Resurgence
New York City Department of Buildings Extends LL95 Energy Efficiency Grade Posting Deadline to December 31, 2025
How Data-Driven Decarbonization Tools Help Real Estate Investors Manage Compliance and Protect Asset Value
How to Strengthen Investment Decisions with Better Committee Memos
Demystifying Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
Chemical Risk Reviews: Prevent Hazardous Material Incidents
Value Preservation: The Strategic Imperative in Commercial Real Estate
How to Navigate Energize Denver and Colorado’s 2026 Energy Standards
NYSERDA FlexTech Program: Reduce Energy Costs and Improve Efficiency for New York Commercial Properties
What is BEAD? A Guide to Environmental Compliance in Federally Funded Broadband Projects
Investing with Confidence in 2025: Why Reliable Data and Trusted Partners Are Critical for CRE Investors
Utility Coordination for Retailers: Simplifying Development & Acquisition with EBI
Big Changes to Colorado’s Building Performance Standards Give Owners More Flexibility
LL97 2025 Compliance Update: Extension Deadline Announced for NYC Building Owners
Value of the IREM Certification: Q&A with Julia Lynch
How to Maximize Returns on Office Properties in 2025: Acquire, Redevelop, Sell—with Strategic Support
John McLaughlin Appointed as Chief Executive Officer of EBI Consulting
BURLINGTON, MA (April 7, 2026) EBI Consulting Board of Directors Appoints John McLaughlin as Chief...
EnviroBusiness Inc. Appoints John P. Nahill as Chairman
BURLINGTON, MA (December 17, 2025) EnviroBusiness, Inc. (EBI Consulting) is pleased to announce...
EBI Named To ENR’s Top 200 Environmental Firms 2025
BURLINGTON, MA (November 19, 2025) EBI Consulting, a leading national provider of environmental...
EBI Consulting’s Kelsey Johnson Named to New York Real Estate Journal’s 2025 ‘Women in Commercial Real Estate’
BURLINGTON, MA (August 29, 2025) EBI is pleased to share that Account Executive, Kelsey Johnson,...
EBI Consulting’s Ben Clark Named to New York Real Estate Journal’s 2025 ‘Ones to Watch – Industry Leaders’
BURLINGTON, MA (May 5, 2025) EBI is proud to announce that Ben Clark, Senior Vice President -...
EBI Consulting Earns IREM Certified Sustainable Property Designation for Burlington Office
BURLINGTON, MA (March 7, 2025) EBI Consulting’s Burlington office is now an IREM Certified...
EBI Consulting’s 2024 EBI Cares Program Brings Nationwide Impact Through YouGiveGoods Partnership
BURLINGTON (December 26, 2024) – EBI Consulting is proud to announce the conclusion of its fifth...
EBI Consulting Featured in Environmental Business Review Vendor Viewpoint
Burlington, MA, [June, 4, 2024] – EBI Consulting is proud to announce our feature in the...
EBI Named CRE’s Best Place to Work 2024 by GlobeSt. ALM
BURLINGTON (April 23, 2024) – EBI, a leading provider of assessment, enhancement, compliance and...
EBI Consulting Launches Groundbreaking US Commercial Real Estate and Telecom Regulation Bulletin
BURLINGTON (April 23, 2024) – EBI Consulting, a trusted leader in environmental, sustainability,...
EBI’s Nolan P. Previte, CEO, and Susan O’Shea, CBO, named among ALM Globe St’s 2024 Best Bosses in Commercial Real Estate
BURLINGTON (March 8, 2024) – EBI Consulting, a leading provider of environmental consulting...
EBI Consulting Celebrates a Successful Fourth Year of Giving Through EBI Cares Program
BURLINGTON (December 26, 2023) – EBI Consulting is thrilled to announce the conclusion of its...
EBI Consulting Recognized as a Top 10 Environmental Consulting Services Provider by Environmental Business Review
BURLINGTON (December 13, 2023) – EBI Consulting, a leading provider of environmental consulting...
EBI Consulting Announces Partnership with EPA’s ENERGY STAR® Program
BURLINGTON (September 19, 2023) – EBI Consulting announced today that they have joined the U.S....
Shifting Tides: ESG Reporting Landscape Evolves with SEC’s New Climate Change Ruling
In case you missed it: In this exclusive webinar, our experts provide a comprehensive overview of...
Green and Resilient Retrofit Program Webinar
In case you missed it: Discover how to take advantage of HUD funding through the Green and...
ESG & Due Diligence for Banks
In case you missed it: EBI’s Stephanie Trueb and Joe DiTizio sat down with Connect Media to...