From Construction To Retrofits, PACE Financing Saves Serious Energy
ACEEE explores how the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing tool for energy and water conservation projects has grown quickly in recent years across the United States.
Summer Construction: Effectively Plan And Execute Your Campus Projects
From small city colleges to large research universities, schools across the U.S. rush to complete renovations and construction projects during the summer months, when traffic on campus is minimal. This eBook explains how schools can start projects faster by changing their project delivery.
100 Manufacturing Plants Earned ENERGY STAR Certification In 2018
Plants from the automotive, baking, cement, corn refining, food processing, glass manufacturing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and petroleum refining sectors qualified, 15 of them for the first time.
Scope Today, Success Tomorrow: Operations Benefits Of Your Scope Of Work
The operational benefits of clear, comprehensive Scopes of Work extend beyond the budget estimate and ripple throughout the life of the project.
Five Construction Project Planning Tips For The Public Sector
Summer feels far away, but government officials need to think months ahead. Here are some actions to take now to ensure your summer projects succeed.
Recladding From The Past
With certain energy efficient building envelope improvements, facilities go back to the future.
U.S. Steel Tower Achieves LEED Building Operations, Maintenance Certification
The 64-floor skyscraper in downtown Pittsburgh is now the second-largest LEED for Building Operations and Maintenance: Existing Buildings V4 office building in the world.
Scope Your Way To Better Budgets
An accurate budget estimate begins with a clear, detailed Scope of Work. So what does a scope need to contain? Here’s the guide on everything you need to know.
Facility Executive | February 2019 Issue
The February 2019 issue features this year's Facility Executive of the Year. Plus, a look drones and FM, building envelope and energy, and our annual Readers' Choice Awards.
Sourcing Your Scope Of Work: The How And What
A Scope of Work sets the tone for your whole project, so make sure you leave no stone unturned and no question un-asked.
2019 Excellence In Asphalt Roofing Award Winners Announced
Projects honored by the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) include a children’s hospital and a veterinary hospital.
Illinois Ranked Top State For LEED Green Building In 2018
Massachusetts and Washington earned the second and third spots in the U.S. Green Building Council’s annual Top 10 States for LEED Green Building ranking.
ASHRAE Creating New Net-Zero World HQ Building
ASHRAE will invest $15.7 million to renovate its new world headquarters building in metro Atlanta, GA, with the intent of being designed for net-zero energy efficiency.
What Is A Scope Of Work And Why Does It Matter?
By knowing exactly what a Scope of Work is and what it should contain, you can get your budget estimate off to a strong start, setting your project up for success even before kick-off.
Facility Executive | December 2018 Issue
The December 2018 issue features HVAC, roofing, energy management, false alarms, and green restrooms. Plus, a look at passing the facility leadership torch.
Ohio Cement Plant To Be Powered By Wind Energy
The Paulding, OH cement plant will be the first LafargeHolcim operation in North America to harness wind energy.
Facility Executive | October 2018 Issue
The October 2018 issue features green building, workplace design, zero energy, recycling furniture, and anti-terrorism security. Plus, we celebrate our 30th anniversary.
Facility Executive | August 2018 Issue
The August 2018 issue features facility security, including biometrics, school security, and stopping hackers. Plus, HVAC, roofing, restroom maintenance, lighting, and more.
Friday Funny: Don’t Look Down!
Actually, do look down: That's the whole point. Seattle's revamped Space Needle features the world's only revolving glass floor and delivers wide-open views as guests float above the city.
Sabra Breaks Ground On World’s Largest Hummus Plant
The 40,000-square-foot expansion project is the fourth at the Chesterfield County, VA hummus making facility, and will maintain its LEED Gold certification.