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The OptiBuild Thought Leadership Library brings you articles and real-world lessons from Octavian Vasilovici, focused on energy efficiency and operational carbon reduction—practical guidance for owners, operators, and project leads.
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The New Gatekeepers of Data-Centre Value: Power, Water, and Heat
Power, water, and heat are no longer side issues for AI data centres. They are the gatekeepers of whether projects win financing, tenants, and public trust. Here’s how Canadian owners can turn these pressures into opportunities.

Octavian Vasilovici
Sep 233 min read
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Build First, Subsidize Second: A Smarter Way to Fix Canada’s Housing Crisis
Canada’s housing programs were designed to fix affordability—but many developers say they’re doing the opposite. This article explores how rigid rent mandates are killing rental projects, shrinking supply, and pushing builders out of the game—and what smarter, market-aligned policy could look like instead.

Octavian Vasilovici
Jun 34 min read
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Mid-Life Commercial Buildings: Smart Strategies to Boost Value, Cut Emissions, and Stay Competitive
Owners of aging commercial buildings can cut costs, boost sustainability, and increase tenant value—if they invest strategically.

Octavian Vasilovici
Apr 223 min read
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The Hidden Cost of Innovation: What Generative AI Means for the Planet
Generative AI is powerful—but it comes with a growing environmental cost. Here’s how we can innovate responsibly without sacrificing sustain

Octavian Vasilovici
Apr 153 min read
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The Messy Reality of Construction: Why Projects Run Late and Blow the Budget—And What You Can Actually Do About It
Delays and budget blowouts are the norm in construction. Here’s why—and how owners can stay in control through the chaos.

Octavian Vasilovici
Apr 83 min read
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Mass Timber: Canada’s Key to a Low-Carbon, High-Performance Future
Mass timber is redefining sustainable construction in Canada—strong, efficient, and low-carbon. Is this the future of building?

Octavian Vasilovici
Mar 253 min read
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Sustainability Without Borders: Why Buildings Need an Integrated Approach
Sustainability isn’t a checklist—it’s an ecosystem. Here’s how to align operational carbon, materials, Y certifications for better outcomes.

Octavian Vasilovici
Mar 182 min read
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Unlocking Energy Efficiency and Sustainability with Hydronic HVAC Systems
Boost energy efficiency and sustainability with hydronic HVAC systems—reduce emissions, save costs, and future-proof your building.

Octavian Vasilovici
Feb 113 min read
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Cracking the Code: MEP Embodied Carbon and the Path to Net-Zero Buildings
Tackle MEP embodied carbon to enhance sustainability, meet net-zero goals, and lead in innovative building design with OptiBuild Consulting.

Octavian Vasilovici
Jan 143 min read
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Inaction Has a Price: Unlock the ROI of Smarter Building Management
Delaying building upgrades costs more than you think. Unlock savings, improve performance, and stay ahead with smarter building strategies.

Octavian Vasilovici
Dec 16, 20243 min read
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Is Longer Really Better? The Financial Realities of Extended Life Cycle Cost Analysis for Energy Conservation
Extending LCCA timelines often leads to hidden costs and unrealistic projections. Discover a balanced approach for true long-term value.

Octavian Vasilovici
Nov 20, 20244 min read
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The Game-Changer: Carbon Shadow Pricing in Building Projects
Carbon shadow pricing in LCCA provides a holistic view of a building project's true cost and environmental impact over an extended period.

Octavian Vasilovici
Sep 10, 20243 min read
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The Importance of NPV-Based Life Cycle Cost Analysis for Buildings
Discover how NPV-based life cycle cost analysis offers a comprehensive view of building expenses, ensuring smarter investments.

Octavian Vasilovici
Jun 18, 20243 min read
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Can Net-Zero be Reached? Navigating the Challenges of Achieving Carbon Neutrality
The global push towards achieving net-zero carbon emissions has become a rallying cry in the fight against climate change. Governments,...

Octavian Vasilovici
Feb 20, 20242 min read
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Does Carbon Offsetting Truly Reduce Carbon Emissions?
does carbon offsetting genuinely contribute to a reduction in carbon emissions, or is it merely a band-aid solution to a much larger problem

Octavian Vasilovici
Feb 20, 20243 min read
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