Renewable Energy Column
This column takes a look at some of the cutting edge, renewable energy ideas associated with sustainability and high performance buildings.
Delivering On The Gift Of Solar Energy
Global Links, a Pittsburgh non-profit that helped others through the COVID-19 crisis, received its own relief through solar energy financing.
Four Ways Toward A New Energy Economy
A new report from the American Council on Renewable Energy (ACORE) identifies policy approaches to accelerate renewable energy growth.
Facility Executive | February 2020 Issue
The February 2020 issue introduces this year's Facility Executive of the Year. Plus, a look at building envelope issues, workplace redesign, and energy metering.
Mapping 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.
Green Campus Revitalization
Sustainability plans for Ford Motor Company’s Dearborn, MI campus include net zero goals for energy, water, and waste.
Safety With Energy Storage Systems
The soon to be released NFPA 855, Standard on the Installation of Stationary Energy Storage Systems impacts facilities with on-site systems.
Solar, Waste Heat Help Power Athletic Facility
At Phillips Academy in Andover, MA, a new student athletic facility achieved LEED Platinum certification.
Renewable Energy Data Book Shares 2017 Stats
Annual publication from U.S. DOE’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory reports on development across the nation, and around the world.
Moving Buildings Toward Clean Energy
There are many tools available to facility management teams that can be used to propel buildings to zero-emission energy goals.
Ease The Challenge Of Navigating Energy Policy
Building a clean energy strategy can be complex, so keep these four ideas in mind when planning the next move for your facilities.
Commissioning Solar PV Systems
Here are six reasons why these renewable energy systems should undergo the commissioning process before startup.
Maximize Clean Energy Progress
Increasingly, buildings are active players in the pursuit of energy efficiency goals for the organizations they serve, and beyond.
Wind Energy Gains Speed Across U.S.
In its latest annual market report, American Wind Energy Association highlights expansion of this power source.
Maximizing Roof Space For Solar PV
Compared to traditional skylights, tubular daylighting devices provide more “roofing real estate” for solar panel installations.
Sustainability Through Performance Contracting
Eliminate existing barriers to on-site renewable energy systems with this third-party financing mechanism.
Buying Renewable Energy, No Matter Where You Are
Voluntary programs offered by utilities provide options to corporate facility energy buyers operating outside of locations that have established options.
Net Zero Energy For Buildings
Advanced energy solutions are coming down in price, prompting more facility management leaders to pursue this clean energy goal.
Creating “Better Buildings” With Solar Energy
A program of the U.S. Department of Energy, the Better Buildings Initiative partners with organizations to facilitate and track energy improvements.
Operating Coal-Free By 2025
The University of Iowa power plant will increase its use of biomass and other renewable energy sources to meet this goal.
Bring In The Sun With Daylighting
The building envelope can serve as a tool for facility management to tap into renewable energy resources.
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