Latin America. Experts from Colliers Colombia share a series of recommendations related to the importance of water management in corporate buildings, a task in which Facility Managers must manage to save resources.
The installation of energy-saving systems in faucets and sanitary equipment: "this measure, together with the implementation of rainwater recirculation systems, are key actions to address this problem," said Yudis Rivera, Director of Property Management.
In the same way, actions aimed at generating sustainable buildings have become an added value and determinant for the rational use of resources and the reduction of the negative impact on the environment.
Prioritize the evaluation: It is essential to carry out a thorough evaluation of the current situation of the building that includes: review of the infrastructure, systems and equipment, type and level of occupancy, which allow the establishment of action and improvement plans for the physical plant, as well as measuring consumption levels and projecting goals and optimization actions applied as a whole. Permanent measurement is also vital to ensure long-term control.
Timely attention and maintenance: The timely planning and execution of maintenance and corrective attention in the supply systems guarantee optimal operation, minimizing losses due to leaks and detecting waste or misuse by users.
Use of integrated monitoring systems: "The implementation of devices with IoT technology allows us to know in real time the behavior of the levels of the storage tanks. This registry generates consumption indicators with which it is possible to make timely decisions and apply actions that mitigate high levels of consumption," explained Oscar Tomé, Property Administrative Coordinator at Colliers Colombia
What to do in old buildings?
For implementation in old buildings, it is important to generate investment projects that allow the modernization of systems and equipment, as well as to implement permanent awareness strategies through campaigns that link all occupants.
According to the latest reports from Colliers, Bogota achieved a competitive office inventory of 3,057,213m2, registering a growth of 23,281 m2 compared to the previous year; Likewise, it closed the first quarter of 2024 with 55 shopping centers, evidencing a gradual growth in the real estate market.
