Posted by PM Springfest on 30 June 2026
How reality capture and energy incentives are transforming building operations
PM Springfest 2026 brought together over 1,750 property management professionals at the Toronto Congress Centre to explore innovations transforming how buildings are documented, maintained and operated. Key discussions centered on the revolutionary impact of reality capture technology on engineering data collection and maximizing energy conservation incentives that deliver immediate cost savings. Dive into the perspectives shared by Daniel Ferrari and Steven Brutto of Technology Support Services and Michael Furfaro of Enbridge's energy conservation program.
While these sessions addressed different aspects of property management, they share a common thread: leveraging technology and available resources to make smarter, data-driven decisions that reduce costs and improve building performance. Reality capture eliminates guesswork in engineering projects, while Enbridge's conservation programs provide financial incentives to implement energy-efficient solutions - both enabling property managers to move beyond traditional approaches and adopt proven strategies that deliver measurable returns.
LiDAR: Transforming engineering workflows
"One accurate measurement is worth more than a thousand expert opinions."
Watch Daniel Ferrari and Steven Brutto's full session to see reality capture technology in action:
Daniel Ferrari, President of Technology Support Services, and Steven Brutto, Director of Technical Operations, explain how LiDAR, photogrammetry, infrared thermography and acoustic imagery modernize engineering data collection and decision-making. They contrast traditional site measuring and photo notes with repeatable, accurate reality capture that produces point clouds as a "single source of truth" for as-builts, design, progress comparisons, clash detection and forensic analysis. Real examples include heritage window replacement, complex roof reconstruction with solar panel placement via slope analysis, underside conduit mapping to avoid roof fastener strikes and scanning non-plumb elevator shafts for custom cab sizing.
Enbridge incentives: Apply before buying
"Apply before you buy - the timing of your incentive application determines whether you qualify or lose out."
Watch Michael Furfaro's full session to learn the exact timing requirements and how to structure your projects for maximum incentive capture:
Michael Furfaro, Supervisor of Enbridge's energy conservation program, outlines the Ontario Energy Board-mandated demand-side management program, emphasizing the critical "apply before you buy" eligibility requirement and the need for Enbridge influence before projects proceed. He explains free support from Energy Solutions Advisors, the streamlined process from facility walkthrough to post-commissioning payment, and two incentive streams: prescriptive offers with limited-time deadlines and custom incentives based on gas savings. He details affordable housing eligibility, richer audit and project incentives with higher caps for institutional customers, a free radiator heat-reflector direct-install program and rules for stacking incentives with IESO Save On Energy.
Mark your calendars
PM Springfest returns April 22, 2027, at the Toronto Congress Centre in Toronto, ON.
