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Feature - Oct 2018 Supplier Spotlight Oct 2018 Supplier Spotlight

Online Only - Thermal Comfort Office Thermal Comfort: Simple Fixes and BeyondSome thermal comfort issues can be addressed with simple fixes, while others require more time and investment. Here's what you need to know.

Online Only - Solar Canopies 4 Steps for Planning Solar Power Canopies in Parking AreasThe benefits extend beyond energy production. Thoughtfully designed solar canopies reduce winter maintenance and give parking areas a distinctive presence.

Online Only - Passive House Passive House Standard Gains Ground in Commercial Building MarketResulting in ultra-energy-efficient buildings, Passive House focuses on optimized solar gain, air tight envelopes, and moisture and thermal control.

Feature - Green Roofs 9 Ways Green Roofs Bring Greener Cities, Buildings The choice of a green or vegetative roof can have multiple financial benefits for the building. And other benefits — like reducing stormwater runoff — accrue to the city at-large.

Feature - Smart Buildings Understanding Building Performance With Internet of Things Technology Gains in smart building technology make it easier and more cost-effective for facility managers to understand how their buildings are performing.

Feature - Interiors Occupant Health and Wellness Takes Center Stage in Sustainable DesignA more thoughtful approach to how buildings influence those who occupy them has many tangible benefits, both financially and for the health and wellness of occupants.

Feature - Water Resilience Water Scarcity Makes the Case for Water Efficiency Access to potable water is a business continuity issue, but not enough organizations are prioritizing it that way. Here's some advice on how to change hearts and minds regarding the value of water.

Feature - Daylighting The Value of Daylighting, Even With LEDs Even when LEDs mimic sunlight, expert see LEDs as complementary to — but not replacing — daylighting strategies.

Feature - Building Internet of Things Building Internet of Things Makes Greener, Smarter Buildings Delivering an attractive ROI by uncovering unseen opportunities in HVAC, energy loads, lighting, water, and renewables, the Building IoT is an essential part of any smart, green building.