Post Occupancy Results of LEED Buildings in Illinois
The Regional Green Building Case Study Project: a Post-Occupancy Study of LEED Projects in Illinois report summarizes the first year of a multi-year study to analyze the post-occupancy benefits of 25 LEED certified projects in Illinois.
ATAS Awarded For Part In Green Project
The manufacturer of metal roofing and wall and ceiling panels was honored by the state of Virginia with a 2009 Governor’s Environmental Excellence Award in April.
Sustainable Sites Rating System Released, Pilot Projects Sought
the Sustainable Sites Initiative has released the first rating system in the U.S. for the design, construction, and maintenance of sustainable landscapes, with or without buildings.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Alulite Tables From Southern Aluminum
Alulite Folding Tables can be used in a variety of facilities where training events, meetings, and other types of functions occur.
ASHRAE Headquarters Receives Highest LEED Certification
The Society’s office building in Atlanta, GA, which underwent a major renovation in 2008, is one of only six buildings in the state of Georgia to receive a LEED Platinum rating,
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Power Purchase Agreement By Borrego Solar
Borrego Solar Systems, Inc. recently introduced a financing option for schools, companies, and government organizations that want to begin using solar energy to power their facilities.
IFMA Foundation Sustainability "How-To Guides" Launched
Chris Hodges, principal of FEA and an active member of IFMA, has authored this first guide, entitled "Getting Started."
New Program Tests Effectiveness Of Green Cleaners
Program will test soil removal efficacy of hard surface cleaning products—both those certified as green by third party organizations—and recognize products that perform well in standard and customized cleaning tests.
EPA's WaterSense Releases First Commercial Building Product Spec
This first specification focused on identifying water efficient flushing urinals.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: ReUze™ Water Piping System
This CPVC water piping system from Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company is a practical, easy-to-install system for non-potable water uses inside buildings.
InterfaceFLOR Earns NSF/ANSI Certification
NSF International has announced that InterfaceFLOR has received certification to NSF/ANSI 140: Sustainable Carpet for both its GlasBac and GlasBac RE products.
MIT Research Focused On Concrete, Sustainability
MIT has announced the creation of the Concrete Sustainability Hub, a research center established in collaboration with the Portland Cement Association and Ready Mixed Concrete Research & Education Foundation.
First LEED®-Built Ritz-Carlton Hotel and Wellness Center Now Open
The eco-conscious Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte, designed to achieve LEED® Gold certification and provide a slate of new conveniences for frequent travelers, is now open in the heart of Charlotte’s thriving uptown district.
AASHE Awards For Four Higher Ed Institutions
New York University, University of New Hampshire, Furman University, and Butte College were recognized for campus sustainability efforts.
Professional Development: Embrace Sustainability For The Bottom Line
Guest Contributor Lee Kaufman examines the total site portfolio to consolidate sustainability investments.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: eCube For Commercial Refrigeration
eCube is a device for commercial refrigerators and freezers that saves energy and increases equipment life.
WEB EXCLUSIVE: Hotels Can See Green with LEDs
Through a program from Efficiency Vermont, the Holiday Inn Express in Brattleboro, VT retrofitted its parking lot and access road with LED luminaires.
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: GHG Inventory
Honeywell has introduced a Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory service that measures and provides a comprehensive snapshot of an organization's verifiable GHG emissions.
Green Power Purchase Recognition
Carpet manufacturer Beaulieu Commercial was recently honored with a 2009 Green Power Leadership Award by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
EPA Awards For Small Biz And Congregations
The Agency has recognized 11 small businesses and congregations for their efforts to reduce energy consumption and increase energy efficiency.
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.
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
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