Overview: Equity Residential (EQR), one of the nation’s leading multifamily property owners and operators, partnered with Bilancio to optimize energy performance at two Washington, D.C. assets: The Flats at Dupont and Alban Towers. The goal was to improve power factor, reduce energy waste, and avoid operational disruption—all while preserving tenant experience.

Project Highlights:

• Zero Electrical Shutdowns: Installation at both properties was completed without requiring electrical shutdowns—a major advantage for residents, staff, and operations.
• Energy Reduction Achieved: Both properties achieved a 15% reduction in kilowatt-hour (kWh) usage, confirmed by onsite logged data.

Site 1: The Flats at Dupont

• Power Factor Improvement: Increased from 0.94 to 0.99
• Energy Impact: Achieved a 15% kWh reduction
• Disruption: None. Installation required no shutdowns and was completed with minimal staff involvement

Site 2: Alban Towers

• Power Factor Improvement: Increased from 0.83 to 0.94
• Energy Impact: Achieved a 15% kWh reduction
• Disruption: No shutdowns required; installation completed seamlessly

Conclusion: The Bilancio installations at both The Flats at Dupont and Alban Towers have resulted in significant improvements in power factor and verified energy savings of 15%—all without interrupting service or resident experience. EQR is seeing firsthand the operational and financial advantages of passive energy optimization.