Reframe Podcast
Reframe is the podcast about building sustainability. Commercial and public buildings are among the biggest producers of carbon emissions. It’s a problem of massive scale. But, for building owners, engineers and contractors, solving it may be more of an opportunity than a challenge. That’s what the “Reframe” podcast is all about. Join host Jeff Nichols on an exploration of the forces driving sustainability in our built environment and meet the people who are leading the charge.
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Recent Episodes
The Old Playbook Is Dead
with Brad Werner, Partner, Construction & Real Estate Practice Lead, Wipfl LLP
Building ownership has a new playbook. In this episode of Reframe, show host Jeff Nichols discusses the shifting landscape and new growth strategies for commercial building owners with Brad Werner, a partner at Wipfli LLP who leads their construction and real estate practice. Hear how Brad advises his clients on strategies to adapt and grow in a fast-changing market. Should they care about sustainability? How are energy incentives related to their growth? And where does technology deliver value? Don’t miss Brad’s perspective on the 3 things building owners must focus on today to prepare for the future.
Build Green To Get Green
with Steven Barnes, Partner, Construction & Real Estate, Energy Advisor, Wipfli LLP
In this episode, show host Jeff Nichols speaks with Steven Barnes, partner at Wipfli LLP a top accounting and advisory firm for construction and real estate clients. Steve reveals the real value of energy incentives and credits, why they’re materially significant, and how they apply uniquely to commercial and not-for-profit buildings. Steve also explains how these benefits can be allocated and used creatively to offset project costs and fund future initiatives. Find out what Steve means when he says building owners must build green to get green.
Too Good To Be True?
with Abby Massey, VP of Energy Incentives, TaxTaker
In this inaugural episode, show host Jeff Nichols sets the stage with Abby Massey who leads the energy tax incentives team at TaxTaker. As an engineer, Abby knows the systems and design methods to make buildings operate more efficiently. She is also an expert at changing perceptions so that building owners and contractors can think differently about what's possible. In this discussion, Abby shares her approach to reframing energy efficiency perceptions and provides a roadmap for how to capitalize on lucrative tax incentives and benefits.