Sustainable design concepts and innovation seek to reduce the negative impacts on the environment, and enhance the health and comfort of building occupants.
Tag: Sustainability
RRBITC Will Be GSA’s First Fully Electric Building
The Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center is GSA’s largest federal building, and one of over 100 buildings to be upgraded with emerging and sustainable technologies.
10 Smart Building Strategies
What facility managers should consider while embarking on a smart building journey.
First Health, Wellness Center At A U.S. Transit Hub Rises In NJ
The $200M Hackensack Meridian Health and Wellness Center at Metropark will provide commuters with access to primary and specialty care, advanced imaging, phlebotomy, rehab, pharmacy, urgent care, and more.
Green Building Partnership Will Unlock Sustainable Finance On Global Scale
Together, BRE, GBCA and USGBC will work to unlock the sustainable finance needed for the built environment to play its role in meeting global climate goals.
Reduce Cleaning Expenses With The Right Equipment
It’s critical to have high-quality cleaning equipment to sustain a high standard of cleanliness.
IBM Study: Leaders Struggle To Fund Sustainability Investments
An IBM study found that while a majority of organizations recognize sustainability as important, many struggle to fund their investments.
Containment Wall Systems Support Healthy IAQ During Construction
During construction projects, containment wall systems can keep airborne particles at bay.
A Sustainable Approach To Office Design
The integration of remanufacturing and WELL principles are poised to shape the future of office design in 2024 and beyond.
Hawaii Energy Project Supports Clean Energy, Resilience Goals
Ameresco will develop the 'Ūkiu Energy 40MW Renewable Energy Site, which will add critical grid reliability to Maui and move Hawaii closer to its clean energy goals.
Super Bowl LVIII: Who’s Going To Work On Monday?
An estimated 16.1 million U.S. employees plan to miss work, or show up late, on the Monday after Super Bowl LVIII. Plus, Allegiant Stadium runs on renewable energy.
UL Solutions Adds UL Verified Healthy Building Mark For New Construction
New program advances indoor environmental quality in new building construction projects.
USPS Aims To Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions By 2030
The U.S. Postal Service is preparing to deploy its first electric delivery vehicles in 2024; plans to reduce $5 billion in operating costs will result in significant carbon reductions.
New Laminam Facilities Reflect Commitment To Sustainability
Philip Eeles, President, Laminam North America discusses the company's current corporate expansion and its five new facilities across Canada and the U.S.
Carlisle Earns North America’s First LEED Platinum v4 Certification
Carlisle’s Sikeston, MO building products manufacturing facility delivers up to a 38% improvement in building performance and generates over 10% of its energy used through renewable solar power.
Michigan School District Launches Transformative Sustainability Infrastructure Project
Sustainability improvements from the Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) with Ameresco will save Warren Woods Public Schools an estimated $8.7 million over 25 years.
Are These The World’s Coolest Hand Dryers?
In a partnership with Excel Dryer, Artists For Humanity installed customized hand dryers featuring artwork by local teens in its Boston facility’s bathrooms.
New York Leads 2023 Top 10 States For Green Building
New York also landed among top states for LEED Professionals, between California at number one and Texas in third, in USGBC annual ranking.
Got Snow? Here’s How To Handle It!
If you're dealing with a winter storm that's creating dangerous snow and ice conditions at your facility, here are some timely resources.
Mars Opens $42M Snacking R&D Hub In Chicago
Mars' new 44,000-square-foot facility in Chicago is the largest of its global Snacking R&D sites, will be powered 100% by renewable electricity.
Sustainability Goals Spur Demand For Green Skills
Demand for green skills is outstripping supply as employers work to recruit, retain qualified talent to achieve their sustainability targets.