Commercial Ceilings Recycling Program Marks 20 Years
Since 1999, more than 200 million square feet of used ceiling panels have been recycled through the Armstrong Ceilings Recycling Program. - Read: Commercial Ceilings Recycling Program Marks 20 Years at...
View ArticleNew Digital Library Features Sustainable Buildings Around The World
The World Green Building Council has launched a new case study library showcasing excellence in sustainable development globally, featuring buildings that are net zero carbon and/or enhance human...
View ArticleCompanies Control Majority Of U.S. Energy Use, But Most Lack Efficiency Goals
New ACEEE research finds that companies control about three-fourths of U.S. energy use, but most do not set energy-saving targets or have comprehensive efficiency plans. - Read: Companies Control...
View ArticleFirst LEVEL Certifications To Updated Standard Announced
LEVEL is an evaluation and certification system for environmentally-preferable and socially-responsible office furniture. - Read: First LEVEL Certifications To Updated Standard Announced at...
View ArticleGBCI Rolls Out ISSP Professional Sustainability Credentials
The ISSP credentials recognize individuals with the skills to foster innovation, transform culture, and embed sustainable practices in organizations and communities globally. - Read: GBCI Rolls Out...
View ArticleConvention Center Composting Initiative Educates Employees
At the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, members of the facilities staff joined colleagues to learn what can be composted from the facility's waste stream. - Read: Convention Center...
View ArticleCost And Education Challenge, But Green Buildings Are Here To Stay
Green buildings are viewed as common practice in a recent survey by STO Building Group — not one respondent said the movement is a passing fad. - Read: Cost And Education Challenge, But Green Buildings...
View ArticleEmerging Energy Services Opportunities
Recent research on Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) indicates commercial and industrial customers can benefit. - Read: Emerging Energy Services Opportunities at FacilityExecutive.com.
View ArticleRestrooms That Recapture Water And Waste
At Georgia Tech, green restrooms inside a new campus building include composting toilets. - Read: Restrooms That Recapture Water And Waste at FacilityExecutive.com.
View ArticleHybrid HVAC Cooling
These types of systems help facilities balance water and energy usage goals and demands. - Read: Hybrid HVAC Cooling at FacilityExecutive.com.
View ArticleMapping Geothermal Potential In NYC
Research into New York City’s geology has produced a geothermal ground source screening tool to assess sites for this energy resource. - Read: Mapping Geothermal Potential In NYC at...
View ArticleHow Have Companies’ Views On Sustainability Changed?
Over the past decade, more companies have come to realize that sustainability, cost savings, risk aversion, and business growth all go hand in hand. - Read: How Have Companies’ Views On Sustainability...
View ArticleDynamic Energy Completes Rooftop Solar Project For Wacoal America
The 965 kW system is expected to generate 1.2 million kWhs of electricity annually, avoiding the emission of 935 tons of carbon dioxide per year, while contributing to New Jersey's renewable energy...
View ArticleMetLife First Life Insurance Company To Earn Fitwel Building Certifications
Fitwel measures the health impact of a building based on how it promotes occupant safety, how it increases physical activity, and how it affects the health of the surrounding community. - Read: MetLife...
View ArticleASHRAE Breaks Ground On Global HQ Renovation Project
The two-story, 66,700 square-foot building in Peachtree Corners, GA will showcase ASHRAE's best practices and help achieve its vision of a healthy and sustainable environment. - Read: ASHRAE Breaks...
View ArticleFacility Management Prioritizes Employee Health And Wellness
New Facility Management Trends & Insights survey from CORT reveals that employee health and wellness is top-of-mind as facilities continue to explore flexible workspace. - Read: Facility Management...
View ArticleAre Your Facilities Ready For 2020?
A new guide from Aramark identifies the top 20 trends that will influence the future of facilities management. - Read: Are Your Facilities Ready For 2020? at FacilityExecutive.com.
View ArticlePepsiCo To Achieve 100% Renewable Electricity In The U.S.
PepsiCo's efforts in the U.S. will build upon its global progress in switching to renewable electricity in Europe and Mexico. - Read: PepsiCo To Achieve 100% Renewable Electricity In The U.S. at...
View ArticleColorado Leads Nation In LEED Green Building
USGBC's Top 10 States for LEED recognizes current leaders committed to more sustainable and resilient buildings, cities, and communities. - Read: Colorado Leads Nation In LEED Green Building at...
View ArticleMetLife Recognized For Energy Efficiency Leadership
MetLife Investment Management's 910,000-square-foot building in Washington, DC is a Better Buildings showcase project and saves 31% annually on energy costs. - Read: MetLife Recognized For Energy...
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