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March 2015 | Business World 219 GETTING TENANTS INVOLVED As Hammer stated, ‘going green’ is a neces- sity to survive in the commercial real estate market in Chicago, and an integral aspect of attracting new tenants. In our society, environmental consciousness is a trait that clients value highly and as such, companies who seek their business must embody it in their practices. Offering a place of business that shares a commitment to continually striving towards efficiency, AMA Plaza also raises awareness for environment causes. “As tenants were getting more sophisticated in their energy and sustainability require- ments,” Susan says of the increasing demand for energy efficiency.”We were able to re- spond to that, and it became very easy for us to do so because of how sophisticated our systems and programs were at that time.” “We also have been able to develop awareness with our other tenants,” she continues.”Whether it’s a law firm or oth- er service oriented tenant or a technology based tenant. Now that they are using what the building has available as part of their cor- porate responsibility programs, it’s helped with not only their employment and recruit- ment needs, but also their clients.” RAISING AWARENESS Looking towards the future of AMA Plaza, the goal is to continue towards a path of sus-