Energy Management & Lighting

Energy efficiency and management, lighting, daylighting, LEDs, CFLs, alternative energy (including solar, wind, geothermal, and others), smart buildings, and other key issues related energy usage are examined here.



Li-Fi Lighting Panel

World’s First Li-Fi Lighting Panel From VLNComm

Introduced at CES 2018, the LumiNex panel is the industry's fastest, most affordable, and most innovative Li-Fi LED lighting panel.
New Energy Economy

Question Of The Week: Are Companies Prepared For The New Energy Economy?

A new study by Schneider Electric shows that organizations feel ready to compete in the evolving energy landscape, but many aren’t taking the necessary steps.
zero energy

Advanced Energy Design Guide Helps Schools Achieve Zero Energy

K-12 school buildings have a new resource to help them cost effectively achieve advanced levels of energy savings.
Joint Certification BREEAM, WELL

New Guidance On Achieving Joint Certification Of BREEAM, WELL

A new briefing paper from BRE And IWBI outlines how projects can achieve joint certification of BREEAM and the WELL Building Standard.
ASHRAE awards

ASHRAE Presents Awards At 2018 Winter Conference

Spanning nine categories, these ASHRAE awards recognize members' contributions and achievements to the HVAC&R industry.
Building Efficiency

Willis Tower Selects Entic To Increase Building Efficiency

In the heart of Chicago's skyline, the partnership will reduce utility costs and increase net operating income for America’s second tallest building.
electric infrastructure

NEMA: America Needs Infrastructure Modernization Strategy

National Electrical Manufacturers Association joins business and industry thought leaders in call for broad-based legislation to modernize America's electrical infrastructure.

Revolution Lighting Chosen For Caribbean Recovery Efforts

Partnership between GB Energy LED and IMPACT Construction includes the LED lighting provider as a supplier for rebuild projects in the Puerto Rico, USVI, and BVI regions.
2018 predictions

10 Infrastructure, Energy And Environment Predictions For 2018

Infrastructure initiatives will intensify, grids will get smarter, and renewables will remain all the rage, TRC’s experts predict.
energy upgrades

In WA State, Better Buildings Challenge Partners Share Progress

The first full-service restaurant to join the Department of Energy initiative has realized a 28% reduction in energy use and a 43% reduction in water use to date.
Solutions 2018

Facility Management SOLUTIONS 2018

SOLUTIONS 2018 provides a detailed look at facility management products and services designed to address your needs in the coming year, and beyond.
Solutions 2018

Facility Management SOLUTIONS 2018: Revolution Lighting

SOLUTIONS 2018 provides a detailed look at facility management products and services designed to address your needs in the coming year, and beyond.

Mechanically Activated Bottle Fillers Work Without Electricity

Oasis offers numerous bottle fillers with mechanical activation to assure users can fill their bottles to maintain hydration, even in a blackout.
deep freeze

How U.S. Deep Freeze Impacts Energy Demand, Prices

Across the eastern U.S., record low temperatures are increasing the amount of energy needed in order to keep homes and businesses operating at optimal temperatures.
IoT

Getting To Smart Buildings: Six Keys To Implement IoT

As technologies continue to evolve in 2018, consider the connection between building energy management systems and IoT.
LED Replacement Lamp

Foreverlamp Launches New Industrial LED Replacement Lamp

The new J Series provides a powerful LED replacement for up to 400W MH lamps that operate in dusty and harsh industrial environments.
senior living

Senior Living Operator Highlights ENERGY STAR Certifications

For 2017, Brookdale Senior Living earned the energy efficiency certification for 25 of its facilities throughout 10 states.
window blind control

Nice Group USA Launches Era Inn Window Blind Control System

New automated interior roller shade system maximizes efficiency and comfort.
facility maintenance

Improving Operations And Maintenance With IoT

With Internet of Things technology in place, facility maintenance decisions are made easier and more efficient.
exterior lighting

In Charlotte, NC, Bank Of America Tower Lights Up The Skyline

The city's tallest building, its crown underwent an exterior lighting upgrade that expands display options while easing maintenance and energy demands.
Workforce Shortages Webinar

Worried About Workforce Shortages? Effective Strategies To Stay Ahead

During this free webinar, you'll learn the top 5 strategies that facility maintenance pros are implementing to overcome workforce shortages.
Webinar, Facility Capital Improvements

View This Free Video Webinar: Maximizing Value For Facility Master Planning

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

[VIDEO] Collect Asset Data at the Speed of Walking a Building

AI powered data collection with AkitaBox Capture. Take a picture of the asset nameplate, touch the floor plan to locate the asset and move to the next asset. Save up to 90% of your time in the field with AkitaBox Capture AI.