The podcast explores using IRA funding to boost sustainability and campus facilities in higher education. Host Michelle and guest Becky Walker from Trane discuss how institutions can tap into IRA incentives for renewable energy, carbon footprint reduction, and bolstering reputation.

Becky details Trane's role in aiding clients with funding mechanisms and stresses the need to understand financial landscapes and tax incentives. The conversation highlights higher education's shift toward campuses as complex entities, emphasizing sustainability goals. Various financing options, like performance contracts and rebates, are also discussed, with an emphasis on collaboration between departments and financial advisors.