Construction & Retrofits

Retrofit strategies often involve modifications to existing commercial buildings to improve energy efficiency, optimize performance, decrease energy demand and solve sustainability issues. Facility Executive magazine covers all aspects of construction projects, modernization and ongoing operations for commercial buildings & facilities.



Prince Harry, Navy SEAL Foundation

Navy SEAL Foundation Unveils Warrior Fitness Program West Coast Facility

Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, joined the Navy SEAL Foundation to commemorate its Warrior Fitness Program West Coast Facility grand opening.
Safety Management

Can The Construction Industry Do More To Address Safety, Health Issues?

A safety management study reveals an increase in the implementation of safety and health strategies, but those measures could have greater adoption across the industry
USGBC headquarters

USGBC HQ Earns Triple Platinum Certification: LEED, TRUE, WELL

The U.S. Green Building Council’s new Washington, DC headquarters focuses on decarbonization, indoor environmental quality, and resource efficiency.
waste management

3 Ways Digitalization Can Reduce Construction Waste In 2024

Digital tools are driving better practices and supporting overall waste management and sustainability goals.
REI Co-op

New Distribution Center Prioritizes Employee Experience, Climate Crisis

REI Co-op's new distribution facility in Tennessee serves 5.6 million members and more than 60 stores in Midwest and Southeast.
LEED v5

USGBC Launches Draft LEED v5 For Operations And Maintenance

LEED v5 O+M focuses on setting existing buildings on decarbonization path and addresses equity, health, ecosystems, and resilience
thermal energy storage

New Commercial Buildings Must Incorporate Sustainability-Minded Approach 

Thermal energy storage provides practical benefits in terms of load management and cost reduction, contributes to sustainability goals, and enhances a facility’s overall prestige.

How AI Can Reduce Water Damage Risks

Data-powered water management solutions empower companies to proactively optimize water use, mitigate waste and risk, and save costs.
drone technology

Advancing Construction Operations With Drone Technology And LiDAR

When combined with artificial intelligence and LiDAR remote sensing, drones can have transformative applications in the construction industry.
roof maintenance

When Is It Best To Repair, Restore Or Replace A Building’s Roof?

Knowing whether to repair, restore, or replace damaged roofs and natural wear is key to extending roof life and maximizing efficiency.
Terrace Bay Hotel

Hotel Case Study: A Luxurious Transformation

Located on the beautiful coast of Lake Michigan, the Terrace Bay Hotel has undergone several renovations to create a high-end guest experience.
Minnesota Zoo Treetop Trail

Minnesota Zoo Treetop Trail Opens To The Public

The world’s longest elevated pedestrian loop, the Treetop Trail makes use of the zoo’s original monorail which was retired in 2013.
skilled trades

Lowe’s Foundation Commits $8M To Support Skilled Trades Training

Training programs at community and technical colleges in nine states will benefit from Lowe's Foundation Gable Grants, a $50M commitment to skilled trades workforce development.
Seismic headquarters San Diego

New Seismic Headquarters Is Designed For A Hybrid Workforce

In San Diego, Seismic's “office of the future” gives employees built-in flexibility to organize by activity rather than traditional departments.
Lennox Iowa disaster recovery

Disaster Recovery: Lennox Celebrates New Start In Iowa

Five years ago, a devastating tornado caused major damage to the Lennox manufacturing facility in Marshalltown, Iowa.
Building Energy Codes

ACEEE Awarded $9.6M To Lead Effort To Update Building Energy Codes

ACEEE will lead a national effort to implement updated building energy codes that will reduce energy costs for households and businesses while cutting climate pollution.
warehouse floors

Keep Warehouse Floors In Good Condition

If facility managers use an epoxy coating on warehouse floors it can protect the surface and provide safety to employees.
Sustainable Facilities

3 Energy-Efficient Strategies For Sustainable Facilities

Creating sustainable buildings via real-time visibility, water efficiency, and green roofs can lead to increased profits, employee morale, and environmental well-being.
Carlisle Construction Materials

Carlisle Construction Materials Opens New Production, Manufacturing Facility

Building products manufacturer CCM is pursuing LEED Platinum certification for the nearly 500,000-square-foot production and manufacturing facility in Southern Missouri.
construction

Supporting Holistic Recovery After Construction Injuries

A study from Travelers found that, after an injury, construction workers are off the job on average for 98 days.
Webinar, Facility Capital Improvements

Join Our Webinar! Maximizing Value For Facility Master Planning

A panel of Facility Management leaders will discuss long-term planning challenges and answer questions about maximizing the value of conducting a Facility Condition Assessments (FCA).
Fault detection and diagnosis (FDD) webinar

Did You Miss Our “Building Analytics, Skilled Labor Shortages & Decarbonization” Webinar?

View this free video webinar to learn how fault detection and diagnostics (FDD) has become a critical part of the resilient facility team’s tech stack.

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