Tag: carbon emissions
Johnson Controls Establishes OpenBlue Net Zero Advisor
Using OpenBlue Net Zero Advisor FMs can assess carbon footprints, set emissions targets, manage emissions, and track progress for reporting.
Evotech Launches Its myBEMS AI Technology
The AI technology will assist facility managers in eliminating building running costs, as well as cutting carbon emissions.
Minnesota Roofing Plant Upgrades Save 5,000 MWh Of Electricity
Technology improvements at its CertainTeed roofing plant in Shakopee, MN are projected to save Saint-Gobain more than 5,000 MWh of electricity per year.
Addressing Climate Change: Decarbonization Of Existing Buildings
C&W Green Buildings, a proprietary digital software assessment tool from Cushman & Wakefield, identifies custom decarbonization, retrofitting, and cost savings opportunities for existing buildings.
Be Prepared For Expanded Carbon Emission Reporting Standards
Beginning in 2023, publicly traded companies will need to track and report all carbon emissions generated by their value chain.
Powering A Greener Future
As people become more aware of the negative impact of carbon emissions, organizations have stepped up to do their part for the environment.
If Your Walls Could Talk—They’d Share Solutions For Reducing Carbon Emissions
In honor of Zero Emissions Day, see four ways the built environment can reduce its embodied carbon output.
NBI Releases Decarbonization Code For Existing Buildings
New Buildings Institute's Existing Building Decarbonization Code is a guide to reducing carbon emissions, as well as meeting climate action, public health, and equity goals.
Meijer Invests In Wind Energy, Moves Closer To Carbon Emission Goals
The wind energy center represents a major contribution to retailer's renewable energy portfolio, expected to begin producing energy by end of the year.
USGBC Announces Nearly 100 Net Zero Certifications
The net zero certifications were earned under the LEED Zero program and represent more than 23 million square feet of space.
Solar Energy Program Helps Arizona Pets In Need
SRP Solar for Nonprofits program awards free solar energy system to Arizona Humane Society Nina Mason Pulliam South Mountain Campus.
The Future Of Cooling
Demand for air conditioning is rising. Facility operators will play a significant role in meeting the need.
8 New Real Estate Leaders Align With ULI Net Zero Goal
Together, these real estate companies represent over 2,400 buildings, more than 849 million square feet, and over $397 billion in assets under management.
ULI Foundation Receives $1M Gift To Help Decarbonize Cities
A $1 million donation will support the Urban Land Institute's efforts to combat climate change by pushing cities and building owners to reduce their carbon emissions to zero.
Despite Growth, Boston Hospitals Slash Carbon Emissions
New report finds that Boston health facilities cut emissions by 18% from 2011 through 2019, despite serving more patients and expanding healthcare facility space by 10%
University Of Arizona Cuts Carbon Footprint With All-Renewable Power
In a partnership with Tucson Electric Power, the campus will obtain all of its grid-based electricity from renewable sources, cutting its greenhouse gas footprint by nearly one-third.
How Federal R&D Should Expand To Transform Our Buildings
ACEEE’s Dr. Esram testifies that we need federal research and development to quickly retrofit a large share of buildings to cut greenhouse gas emissions.
Meeting Carbon Emissions Goals For Buildings
Here are three ways CRE owners and operators find compliance opportunities amidst increasing regulatory requirements.
20 Companies Around The World Join The Climate Pledge
A total of 53 companies, representing almost every sector of the economy, have now signed The Climate Pledge, committing to net-zero carbon emissions by 2040.
Blue Shield Of California Achieves Carbon Neutrality
The nonprofit health plan has integrated environmental sustainability as part of its public health strategy; latest milestone equates to taking 6,300 cars off the road each year.