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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.
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
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.
USGBC Celebrates 2023 Class Of LEED Fellows
The U.S. Green Building Council has selected 21 sustainability leaders from around the world to receive the highest recognition for green building professionals.
Listen Now: Inside Honeywell’s HQ
Brian Norris, Director of Global Real Estate for Honeywell, discusses the company's LEED Gold Certified headquarters in Charlotte, NC.
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.
The Benefits Of Electric Water Heating Systems
See why electric heat trace systems are a key to cost savings and sustainability for facility management in 2023.
Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC Celebrates New Facility
New 400,000-square-foot Distribution and Training Center in Florence, NJ is intended to strengthen the company’s supply chain, provide efficient heat pump distribution to the Northeastern U.S.
2023 Greenbuild Registration Is Open!
This year's Greenbuild will celebrate USGBC’s 30th anniversary, debut LEED v5. Plus, WELL Summit leads into Greenbuild, offering a week-long focus on health, well-being, sustainability.
3 Ways To Optimize Office Spaces
Facility managers can create office environments that enhance wellness, comfort, and sustainability.
Los Angeles Luxury Retail District Earns LEED Platinum
Westfield Topanga was repurposed from a former department store space once occupied by Sears. Plus, February's free USGBC course.
UBS Arena Earns LEED Green Building Certification
UBS Arena, home of the NHL's New York Islanders, has been awarded LEED Certified status by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).
Massachusetts Leads Top 10 States For Green Building
2022 was a strong year for LEED certifications as organizations look to LEED to meet ESG goals and commitments to climate action, occupant well-being, and resource efficiency.
EF Contract Releases Spectral Drift Flooring
The new flooring product offers 12 new colorways and allows versatility in all kinds of commercial spaces.
Law Firm Brings Workplace Of The Future To Life
Shearman & Sterling’s recent New York office transformation reflects firm's commitment to people, clients, and the environment.
Business Travelers Prioritize Sustainability When Choosing Hotels
New sustainability survey reveals that 65 percent of European and North American business travel leaders prefer green hotels.
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.
Peter Templeton Is New USGBC, GBCI President & CEO
Peter Templeton will lead U.S. Green Building Council and Green Business Certification Inc., focus on climate action and health, equity and sustainability goals.
Atlanta Warehouse Is World’s First WELL Platinum/LEED Gold Pharma Project
Atlanta Warehouse is part of UCB's global inspace project, providing work environments to stimulate innovation and reimagine collaboration.
The Rooftop Beekeeping Buzz: Why Buildings Are Using Bees To Go Greener
Rooftop-beekeeping can be a simple and tangible way to demonstrate commitment to environmental action, social justice, and good governance.
View Our Free “Optimizing Operations In The Hybrid Office” Webinar
In this free video webinar, learn how optimizing operations in an office building has taken on newfound significance in the era of hybrid work.
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A lineup of forward-thinking professionals shares insights, observations, and personal anecdotes about today's most newsworthy facility management themes.
[VIDEO] Case Study | Globalworth and Honeywell Forge for Buildings
Building owners face a dilemma – how to prioritize sustainable renewable energy while providing a people-centric environment in a cost-effective way. See how Globalworth leveraged Honeywell Forge in Romania and Poland to meet their goals.