Tag: sustainability

DOE Offers States $50M to Boost Smart Manufacturing Facilities

By Joe Bebon, Editor Apr 5, 2023 Design and Construction

Updated: Apr 5, 2023

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $50 million in funding from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for states to ensure that smart manufacturing technologies and high-performance computing are more accessible by domestic manufacturing firms. The State Manufacturing Leadership Program aims to remove existing barriers that prevent innovative, data-driven tools and technologies from being used by small- and medium-sized […]

Over 200 Organizations Win ENERGY STAR Awards for Sustainability Efforts

By Joe Bebon, Editor Apr 4, 2023 Design and Construction

Updated: Apr 4, 2023

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy have announced the winners of the 2023 ENERGY STAR Awards. These 220 organizations, which represent the top ENERGY STAR partners, are making significant contributions in support of the clean energy transition. They come from 37 states and multiple economic sectors, including Fortune 500 companies, […]

Under Construction: Top Facility Projects of March 2023

By Joe Bebon, Editor Mar 31, 2023 Under Construction

Updated: Mar 31, 2023

Facilities Management Advisor’s “Under Construction” series highlights some of the latest, most interesting facility project announcements every month. U.S. Solar Manufacturing Boom In order for companies to achieve their ESG goals and states and utilities to meet clean energy mandates, it’s going to require a lot of solar panels, among other solutions. However, with relatively […]

Boston Red Sox Leaders Showcase Fenway Park Improvements

By Joe Bebon, Editor Mar 31, 2023 Design and Construction

Updated: Mar 31, 2023

Prior to Major League Baseball’s 2023 Opening Day, Boston Red Sox leaders hosted a tour to preview offseason improvements made to Fenway Park. On March 28, Red Sox President & CEO Sam Kennedy and COO Jonathan Gilula led a tour with Boston Mayor Michelle Wu to officially unveil updated spaces and amenities for players and fans […]

Survey Reveals 5 ‘Pressing Themes’ in the Security Industry

By Joe Bebon, Editor Mar 27, 2023 Access Control

Updated: Mar 27, 2023

Sustainability, mobile IDs, and a changing workforce continue to be among top concerns for the security industry, according to a new report from HID. For its inaugural State of the Security Industry Report, HID gathered responses from 2,700 partners, end users, and security and IT personnel across a range of titles and organization sizes representing […]

How the Real Estate Industry Could Revamp Green Leases for Commercial Buildings

By Joe Bebon, Editor Mar 22, 2023 Design and Construction

Updated: Mar 23, 2023

As real estate occupiers face increased pressure to lower their carbon footprint, and investors are greening their portfolios, green leases can benefit both landlords and tenants while also serving to decarbonize real estate. JLL’s new Green Leasing 2.0: Bridging the owner-occupier divide to deliver shared ESG value report outlines the considerations building occupiers and owners should include […]

4 Ways to Ensure Data Privacy in Smart Buildings

By Zac Amos, Contributing Writer Mar 16, 2023 Building Controls

Updated: Mar 16, 2023

Companies remain incentivized and pressured to switch to smart technologies, as they significantly improve efficiency, reduce energy costs, and provide analytics that support green initiatives. However, the more tech a business implements, the more susceptible it is to data compromises. Nations worldwide are working to enact legislation to bolster data privacy and data use transparency […]

Webinar Watch: Can Your Water Cooler Save the Planet? A Conversation with Bevi CEO Sean Grundy

By Corey Sipe, Associate Editor Mar 15, 2023 Human Resources

Updated: Mar 15, 2023

Learn about the importance of implementing wellness and sustainability practices at the office during Facilities Management Advisor’s FREE webinar, which will explore how these practices are critical to employee satisfaction. The webinar will show how post-pandemic employee work habits are forcing facilities managers to rethink the services they supply. Can’t make it to the live […]

Cintas Makes Major Switch to LEDs on ‘Path to Net Zero’

By Joe Bebon, Editor Mar 14, 2023 Energy Management and Lighting

Updated: Mar 14, 2023

Cintas Corp. is nearing completion of a multi-year, company-wide LED lighting transition project to help reduce facility-focused energy use and support the company along its “Path to Net Zero,” a major part of Cintas’ environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. Headquartered in Cincinnati, the Fortune 500 company provides a wide range of products and services […]

‘Best of Green Schools’ Awardees, Class of 2023

By Joe Bebon, Editor Mar 3, 2023 Design and Construction

Updated: Mar 3, 2023

The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council, in collaboration with the Green Schools National Network, has announced the recipients of the 2023 Best of Green Schools Awards. The awards celebrate the leaders—individuals, schools, campuses, and organizations—advancing the groups’ shared vision of green schools. “This year’s awardees represent the leading edge of a movement to […]