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What You Need to Know about Building Performance Standards


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Boiler Upgrade Provides Atlanta Convention Center With World-Class Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Insulation Issues: The Search for Savings

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ASHRAE Standard Addresses Zero Net Energy

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Could Electric Vehicles Help Power Your Building?

Building Operating Management
Cool Roofing Standards Evolve with The Times

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Washington D.C.'s Building Energy Performance Standard Takes Effect

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Understanding the Benefits of Virtual Power Plants

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Available Grants, Tax Incentives for Commercial Buildings

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How the Inflation Reduction Act is Accelerating Energy Projects

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What Is the Role of Renewables in Building Electrification and Efficiency?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Controls Come of Age

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What Are Virtual Power Plants?

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Broken Record: OSHA Fines Dollar General Over Workplace Safety

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OSHA Cites Dollar General Again Over Store Safety

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4 Considerations for Installing Electric Vehicles Chargers at Commercial Sites

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Madison to Require 'Tune-Ups' of Large Commercial Building

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Impact of ASHRAE 90.1 Standard Changes

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North Dakota May Sue Minnesota Over Renewable Energy

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Energy Management System Improves Convention Center Efficiency

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College Campuses Teaming with Utilities to meet HVAC, Sustainability Goals

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New SmartWatt Boiler Installed at Wesleyan University

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What is the Green Globes Certification and How Can it Benefit Facilities?

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$15 Million in OSHA Fines for Dollar General

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International Code Council Publishes New Resource Guide

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Smart Windows Offer Modern Solution for Middle Tennessee State University

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Myths and Misconceptions Surrounding Electric Utility Vehicles

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What Is the Inflation Reduction Act and How to Use it for Energy Projects?

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ASHRAE Releases Latest Version of Standard 90.1-2022

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Enthusiasm over Electric Vehicle Fleets isn't Universal

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making the Move to Electric Utility Vehicles

Building Operating Management
The Future is Building Electrification

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Emergency Power Setup Crucial for Cleveland Arboretum and Gardens

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School Struggles to Turn Out the Lights

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New LEED Updates Focus on Energy Efficiency, Emissions Reductions

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Terror Attack Suspected on Las Vegas Solar Array Facility

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Why Assessing Pump Systems Matter

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School Districts Blocked from Participating in EPA Clean Bus Program

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Biden Administration Announces Federal Building Performance Standard

Building Operating Management
Bring Your Buildings Back With Retro Commissioning

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ICC Guide Targets Energy Storage Systems

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3 Elements of Roofing Sustainability

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California Ranks First in Energy-Efficiency Policies

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Distribution Challenges Associated with Inflation Reduction Act

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5 Tips to Prepare Your HVAC for Winter

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Building in Australia Shows Value of Refurbishing over Rebuilding

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4 Ways to Finance Energy Efficiency and Renewables

Building Operating Management
Sustainable Initiatives Can Help Future-Proof Buildings

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Sustainable Buildings Go Beyond Just Environmental Benefits

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New York City Pledges $4 Billion to Electrify Schools

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Heat Pump Market to Hit $118 Billion by 2030

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Dollar General's Problems with OSHA Go On

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Berkeley Lab Group Targets Energy Storage

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Denver Invests $26 Million in Community Solar Gardens

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Portable Generators Recalled Due to Finger Amputation, Crushing Hazard

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DOE Recognizes Lighting Technology Adopters

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USGBC Announces Proposed Updates to LEED

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OSHA Cites Dollar General Again for Safety Violations

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ESCOs Pave Pathway to Savings

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What You Need to Know About Community Solar

Building Operating Management
Life Time Athletic Club Chain Establishes Energy Efficiency Standards Across its Locations

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Specific WELL Building Solutions for Higher Education

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Beyond Efficiency: Understanding the Occupant-Focused Benefits of Daylighting

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Evaluate Real Facility Change During Zero Emissions Day

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Why Facilities Managers Should Care About Net Zero

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Wendy's Franchisee Reaches Water, Energy Efficiency Goals

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What to Look Out for When Upgrading Windows

Building Operating Management
Inflation Reduction Act Expands Energy Efficiency Tax Deductions

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Renewable Energy Helps Build Healthy Communities

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OSHA Adds Fines, Citations for Dollar General

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Natural Gas Prices Spike to 14-Year High

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5 Commissioning Questions for Return-to-Office Energy Efficiency

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Regenerative Buildings Represent the Future of Facilities

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New Jersey Commits $45 Million for Electric School Buses

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Are Your Occupants Stealing Electricity by Charging Cell Phones?

Building Operating Management
How to Make Modernization Projects Profitable and Sustainable

Building Operating Management
Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Through Targeted Renovations

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Chicago Signs $422 Million Deal for Solar Power

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Utility Demand-Response Programs Heat Up

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Whole Foods Tops Energy Efficiency Goal Two Years Early

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Facilities Industry Groups Hail Passage of Inflation Reduction Act

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Research Team Explores Idea of Solar Windows

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How LEED Tackles Climate Change

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Define, Measure, Reduce: How Buildings Go Carbon Neutral

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Louisville Recognizes Energy-Efficient Facilities

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What You Need to Know About Building Performance Standards

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How a Wisconsin Elementary School Achieved Net Zero Status

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New York City Facilities Participate in Demand Response Program

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Bitcoin Miners Shut Down Amidst Texas Heatwave 

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Honolulu Passes Energy Benchmarking Ordinance

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40 Percent of Utilities Have Strategy to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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The IDS Center Awarded Green Globes Certification

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US Ranks Low in Green Future Index

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On the Path to Net-Zero Energy

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Green Globes Certified Space Tops 500 Million Square Feet

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Department of Energy Aims to Protect Grid from Cyber Attacks

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Despite Supreme Court Ruling, Utilities Expected to Still Steer from Coal

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Life Time Inc. Surpasses Energy Goal

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Emerging Hydrogen Storage Technology Could Increase Energy Resilience

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New Jersey School District Becomes Net Zero, Installs Energy Saving Solutions

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LEED Zero Certifications Reach 23 Million Square Feet

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Smart Pumps Lead the Way to Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Goals

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Washington Becomes First State to Mandate Building Electrification

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Electricity Prices Expected to Spike This Summer

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LA Tops List of Energy Star Cities

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Why Clean Energy is Becoming a Viable Career Choice

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Biden Administrations Ramps Up Solar Support

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Washington D.C. Establishes Aggressive Carbon Emissions Goals

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LEED Zero Certifications Reach 23 Million Square Feet

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NEMA Standard Aims to Raise Accuracy of Submeters

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Are You Measuring Your Organization’s Scope 3 Emissions?

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OSHA Cites Two More Dollar General Stores for Safety Violations

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Former Toxic Waste Superfund Site to Become Solar Installation 

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Los Angeles Bans Gas Hookups in New Construction

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4 Steps to Performing a Successful Energy Assessment

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Propane Power Generators Help Prevent Blackouts, Cleaner Alternative

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Green Lease Leaders Awarded, Program Sees Record Expansion

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FEMA Aims to Boost Building Energy Efficiency, Resilience

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EPA Retires Energy Star for Roofing Specification

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New Jersey Legislature Funds Electric Bus Pilot Program

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Improving Long-Term Energy Efficiency with Commissioning

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Virginia University Goes all Solar Power

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Case Study: Huge D.C. Solar Installation Targeted for Community Solar

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Case Study: Rooftop Solar Reduces Carbon Footprint for Windows Manufacturer

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Biden Administration Proposes New Energy Standards for Commercial Water Heaters 

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HVAC Industry Has Never Been More Essential

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GSA Tops Greenhouse Gas Emissions Goal

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Pressure Washers Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

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How Facilities Should Prepare for the Rapid Growth of Electric Vehicles

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Strategies to Improve Elevator Energy Efficiency

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Building Safety, Sustainability Begin with Improved Building, Energy Codes

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DOE Program Seeks To Improve School Energy Performance

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Smart Energy: What Is Your Facility's Climate Contribution?

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Can “Heat Pumps for Peace and Freedom” Save the World?

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How to Decide Where to Locate Electrical Generators

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Biden Administration Announces $500 Million in Grants for K-12 Energy Efficiency

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DOE Rolls Out Energy Requirements for Federal Facilities

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How to Prepare, Respond and Recover From a Utility Outage

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High-Performance Exteriors Provide Long-Term Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wisconsin Elementary School Achieves Net-Zero Energy

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Federal Funding Law Aids Building Resilience, Energy Efficiency, Safety

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Net Positive Energy: One Facility's Success Story

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NEMA Standard Addresses Motor Energy Savings

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Solar Growth Slowed in 2021, but 2022 Shows Promising Signs

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How to Create a Successful Living Building Challenge Project

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Carbon Monoxide Incidents Offer Reminder of Deadly Threat

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A New Resource to Understanding Advanced Building Controls

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Case Study: New Cooling Tower Improves Efficiency at Smithsonian Facility

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OSHA Reports More Safety Violations at Dollar General Stores

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President Biden Touts Climate Change Mitigation in State of the Union

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How Integrated Controls Lead to Energy Savings

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5 Technology Trends That Will Dominate Facility Management in 2022

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3 Considerations for Switching to an Electric Vehicle Fleet

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Case Study: External Finishes Add New Dimension for High-Rise

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This Is What A LEED Platinum Residence Hall Looks Like

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Building Performance Standards Coalition to Tackle Building Emissions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What You Need to Know About Economizers

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How to Implement a Successful Outsourcing Program

Building Operating Management
How to Select the Right Cool Roof

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pandemic Shines Spotlight on VRF

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How to Use the CRRC Database to Select Cool Roofs and Walls

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5 Keys to Revitalizing Campus Heritage in Today’s Moment

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New Tools Help Simplify The Energy Modeling Process

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How to Design, Build, and Operate Greener Data Centers

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Case Study: Airport Reduces Carbon Footprint with 3D Printed Lighting

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Researchers Push Thermal Energy Storage to Next Level

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Princeton Goes Big in Bid for Net-Zero Campus

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How FM and IT Can Team Up for Green

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New ASHRAE Headquarters Achieves Net-Zero Energy

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What Does President Biden’s Infrastructure Bill Mean for Facility Managers?

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4 Simple Ways to Improve Building Energy Efficiency

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What Facility Managers Need to Know About Geothermal Ground Source Systems

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5 Steps to Solve the Puzzle of an Aging BAS

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Managing Data and Energy Use During the Pandemic

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GSA Outlines Move to Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What You Need to Know to Get Short-Term Equipment Rental Right

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Killer Buildings? Study Reveals Facilities’ Impact on Human Health

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University’s New Campus Presents Unique FM Challenges

Building Operating Management
How VRF Helps Facilities Cut Utility Bills

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ventilation and Filtration: A Systemic Strategy for Healthier Buildings

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How Would You Build a Sustainable City From Scratch?

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8 Ways Data Centers Can Improve Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Must Start with Energy Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Affordable Resilience With Propane Generators

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Hurricane Ida Knocks Out Power to All of New Orleans

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Managing Energy Demand Can Aid Move To Clean Energy

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Portable Generators Recalled Due to Finger Amputation and Crushing Hazards

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Case Study: The Power of Data in Enabling a Carbon Neutral Campus

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Infrastructure Deal Passes Senate, Earns Mixed Reviews from Buildings Industry

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3 Best Practices for Going Solar

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Northeastern University Converting Fleet to All-Electric

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Win-Win Outdoor Lighting for People and Environment

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Smart Building Software Market to Reach $20.5 Billion by 2027

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Energy Infrastructure Act Advances, Receives Praise

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Passive Design Strategies Bring Huge Energy Savings

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Data Centers’ Use of Water, Electricity Faces Criticism

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6 Net Zero Energy Buildings FAQs

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Case Study: Radiant HVAC Helps University Meet Ambitious Energy Efficiency Goals

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How to Consider Energy in Planning, Design, and Construction

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3 Small Changes Lead to Big Gains in Climate Fight

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Higher Learning: Lessons in HVAC Efficiency

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Biden Administration Announces Accelerated Building Efficiency Efforts

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Paper Offers Advice to Biden Administration on Tackling Climate Change

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Understanding The Energy Efficiency Benefits of Metal Buildings

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Disney World Planning Two New Solar Facilities in Florida

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Are NFTs Speeding Up Climate Change? 

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What's the Return on Investment for IAQ Strategies?

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Group Calls on Congress to Double Energy Star Funding

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How to Choose Energy Efficiency, Healthy Lighting

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LED Lighting Rebates Available For 74 Percent of the U.S.

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Are More Stringent Lighting Codes Adversely Affecting Building Security?

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Tax Incentives Can Jump Start Energy Efficiency Projects

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Did Renewable Energy Cause Texas’s Massive Blackout?

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Pandemic Highlights Need to Revisit Operational Basics

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Biden Administration to Focus on Smart Buildings, Automation

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Biden Administration to Focus on Building Efficiency, Clean Energy

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For HVAC Efficiency, Reach Higher Than the Low-Hanging Fruit

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Editorial: Resilience Requires Engagement

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It's Renewable Energy's Time to Shine

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What Does Portfolio Manager Data Say About the Rise of Renewables?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Operations and Maintenance Considerations for Peak Boiler Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tool for Maximizing Boiler and Water Heater Efficiency

Building Operating Management
How to Reduce Energy Use in Legacy Data Centers

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Painting for Savings: Coating Offers Cooling Properties

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Case Study Shows HVAC Optimization Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
3 Key Questions Managers Should Answer for Renting Generators

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How Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Augment Smart Grid, Energy Savings

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For HVAC Optimization, High-Hanging Fruit Doesn't Have to Mean 'Expensive'

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To Achieve the Benefits of Daylighting, Understand the Challenges

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Kaiser Permanente To Reach Carbon Neutrality

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Energy Reviews Reveal Hidden Inefficiencies

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How Hospitals Can Achieve Net-Zero Energy

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How to Get Retro-commissioning Right

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5 Areas of UPS Failure to Look Out For

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4 Common Causes of Generator or Switchgear Downtime

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Think Fast: Learning Lessons from the Pandemic

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San Francisco Facility Will Be Raised 10 Feet to Avoid Rising Sea Levels

Building Operating Management
7 Things to Consider Before Implementing Smart Building Technology

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Closed, Slowly Reopening Facilities Offer New Opportunities for Efficiency

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Roof Coatings Come of Age

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4 Strategies for Cooling Efficiency in Existing Buildings

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5 Principles of Energy-Efficient Cooling Design

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Facility Energy Use Plunges During Coronavirus Pandemic

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How to Match Your Electricity Rate with Facility Usage

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New Pennsylvania Hospital to Include CoGen Plant

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Renewable Energy Continues Growth Despite Coronavirus Pandemic

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Case Studies Illustrate Energy Bill Variables

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A Career Trajectory in Data Center Operations

Building Operating Management
Should You Give Tunable White LED Lighting a Shot?

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To Improve Energy Efficiency, Understand Your Electricity Bill

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Energy Efficiency in the Age of Coronavirus 

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3 Tips for Completing Tiered Utility Incentive Worksheets

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Portable Generator Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

Building Operating Management
Understanding Today's Tiered Utility Incentives

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers and Water Heaters: Spotlight on Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Smart Specification of Boilers and Water Heaters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Teamwork Essential for College's Energy Efficiency Increases

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Monitoring and Maintenance To Increase Boiler Efficiency

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Philadelphia Mandates Building Energy Tune-Ups

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Finding Efficiency: College Searches Campuses for Energy Opportunities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Three Steps to Boiler Performance and Efficiency

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In New York City, Tough Rules Target Emissions from Large Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
College Rethinks Maintenance, Embraces Energy Efficiency

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Building Energy Tax Incentives Extended For Three Years

Facility Maintenance Decisions
One K-12 District's Lessons and Benefits from Geothermal Systems

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Microsoft Pledges to Offset All Its Emissions Since 1975

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FM's Role in Sustainable HVAC Planning

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Smart Building Use Case: Retail Facilities

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New Trump Administration Rule Complicates Efficiency Standards

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How to Get Staff Buy-In for Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Head of the Class: Specifying and Installing Geothermal Systems

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Green Increases Value of Old Office Buildings Up to $800,000

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Assemble an All-Star Project Team to Achieve Sustainable HVAC

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Smart Buildings Use Cases Show Many Benefits

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Energy Positive Office Highlights 2020's Most Anticipated Buildings

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FM's Tenacity for Safety, Efficiency Brings Success

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Good News on U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2019

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Head of the Class: Geothermal Delivers Savings

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Sustainable HVAC: Plan Early and Often

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Serious Fun: How a Hotel FM Makes Saving Energy Enjoyable

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EU Looks to Define Smart Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Power in an Emergency with Generator Rental

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Expanded Opportunities for Higher Education Facility Upgrades

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Can Energy Models Help Healthcare Facilities Reduce Energy Use?

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Book Smart: A Look at Net Zero Energy Libraries

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Microgrids Showcase Resilience During California Blackouts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lift Rental Expands the Reach of Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding System Specifics To Ensure Successful HVAC Upgrades

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NYC Buildings Will Be Required to Display Energy Grade

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Supercomputer Energy Model Could Include Every Building in the Country

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Solar Breakthrough Could Disrupt Building Product Manufacturing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Equipment Options To Expand the Maintenance Arsenal

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Higher Education: HVAC Upgrades Drive Sustainability, Energy Efficiency

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Long-Term Strategic Plans Lead to Energy Efficiency Success

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Green Threepeat: Chicago Named Greenest City for Third Year in a Row

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers and Water Heaters: Training Tactics

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UPS and Generator Maintenance: The In-House Option

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Climate Neutral: New Certification Helps Recognize Net Zero Carbon Companies

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ASHRAE 90.1 Update Pushes Building Efficiency Above and Beyond

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Can Smartphones Drive Citywide Energy Efficiency?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers and Water Heaters: Maintenance Strategies

Building Operating Management
Public School FM Makes Students His Top Priority

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Should FMs Take Responsibility for Healthy Communities? 

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California’s Blackouts Reveal Healthcare’s Fragile Power System

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Rebranding Facilities Management Could Help Attract Young Talent

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4 Steps to Selecting High-Performance HVAC

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Penn State Cuts Greenhouse Gas Emissions by One-Third

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance for UPS and Generators

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How a Maryland Landfill Became a Solar Farm

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NYC Map Shows Progress on Emissions

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How Retrocommissioning Leads to Long-Term Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
NYC Law Aims to Cut Building Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Troubleshooting Boilers and Water Heaters

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California Hospitals Powered by Generators During Power Outages

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A Modest Proposal: What If We Air Condition the Outdoors?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keeping UPS and Generators Prepared

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Are Cool Roofs Beneficial in Cold Climates?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers and Water Heaters: Energy-Efficiency Strategies

Building Operating Management
How to Finance Solar PV Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Change Agent: Revamping Maintenance for Energy Efficiency, Productivity

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New Era of Utility Incentives: EV Charging, Energy Storage

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10 Keys to Monitoring-Based Commissioning Success

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How Cool Roofs Promote Energy Savings, Cooler Cities

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Using CFD Analysis to Prevent HVAC Equipment Oversizing

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Is Solar PV a Good Investment for Your Building?

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NFPA Releases Fire Safety Standard for Energy Storage Systems

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Networked Lighting Controls Offer Benefits Beyond Energy Efficiency

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Vision Awards Recognize Building Product Excellence

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Cool Roofs Ease Urban Heat Island: Study

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How the Vikings Went Platinum: U.S. Bank Stadium Achieves LEED First

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World’s Tallest Passive House Building Planned in Vancouver

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One-Time Dirtiest City Lands First All-Solar Airport

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How New Buildings Maximize Energy Savings

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Testing and ISO Standards Play Role in Utility Incentive Programs

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The New Age of Utility Energy Efficiency Incentive Programs

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How to Plan An LED Upgrade

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7 Ways Artificial Intelligence Is the Future of FM

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How to Include Energy Efficiency in Roofing Selection

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Take Advantage of HVAC Opportunities for Energy Efficiency

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Lighting is the Best Place to Start for Energy Efficiency

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Understanding New Utility Incentive Programs for Energy Efficiency

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Understand the BAS's Role in Facilities Management

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How Artificial Intelligence is Reshaping Facilities Management

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Energy Games Offer Incentives for Energy Efficiency

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Climate Change: Buildings Must Lead on Tackling Emissions Reductions

Building Operating Management
It's Time to Catch Up to Climate Change Science

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DOE Proposal Could Affect Product Efficiency Standards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Plan and Scope an HVAC Upgrade

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California’s Solar Supply Exceeds Demand

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Long-Term Benefits of Smart Buildings

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Enhancements to Portfolio Manager Focused on Metrics

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Utility Energy Program Aids Wisconsin Brewery

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Upgrades Can Lead to Broader Replacement Opportunities

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Energy Star for Tenants Leads to Huge Efficiency

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New Jersey Plan Calls for 100% Clean Energy

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LEGO Facilities Reach 100% Renewable Energy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vanderbilt University Delivers Successful HVAC Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Energy Star Enhancements for 2019

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LEED Recognized as U.S. Government's Preferred Rating System

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How to Find the Right Path to Big Energy Savings

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States Fight Lighting Efficiency Rollbacks With New Laws

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LEED for Cities and Communities Receives $500,000 Grant

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First LEED Zero Building Certified

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Questions to Ask for Successful Energy Planning

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Setting the Timeline for Long-Term Energy Planning

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Can Air Conditioners Help Save the World?

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Teaming Up for Long-Term Energy Efficiency

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Government Facilities Struggle to Implement Cybersecurity

Building Operating Management
Air-Flow Management Strategies for Data Centers

Building Operating Management
Why Occupant Wellness Strategies Make Financial Sense

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How to Plan for Long-Term Energy Efficiency

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All-Electric Buildings Pave the Path to Zero Carbon Goals

Building Operating Management
How Gundersen Health System Achieved Energy Independence

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Princeton University Targets Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions By 2046

Building Operating Management
How Lighting Energy Efficiency Connects to Wellness

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Healthcare Facilities Lack Emergency Generators as Hurricane Season Approaches

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New York Law Mandates Reduction of Buildings Carbon Emissions

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Researchers Develop Translucent Wood That Can Store Energy

Building Operating Management
How to Forge a Long-Term Relationship Between FMs and Designers

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How Green Buildings Impact The Environment

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Finding Energy Efficiency Opportunities in Existing Buildings

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SC Johnson Headquarters Shifting to Geothermal Power

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4 Ways Facility Managers Can Celebrate Earth Day

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North Carolina Bill Pursues Improved Energy Efficiency

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Solar, Wind Energy on Pace to Phase Out Coal

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Leadership in Energy Efficiency Recognized by Energy Star

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Integrated Design Is a Must for Net-Zero Energy Success

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Saving Energy Can Literally Save Lives Study Shows

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing Upgrades Help Reduce Water Usage and Costs

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Creative Renewable Energy Projects Lead to Energy Independence

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EPA Honors Companies For Energy Efficiency Achievements

Building Operating Management
Get Ready for Net-Zero Energy Buildings

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Trump Administration Aims To Reduce Restrictions on Energy Efficient Lightbulbs

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Green New Deal Aims To Reduce Energy Use and Costs

Building Operating Management
Integrating Technology into Existing Senior Living Facilities

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NFMT: K-12 Facilities Face Energy and Deferred Maintenance Challenges

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Measure, Test, Commission: Keys to High-Performance HVAC

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Schools’ HVAC Renovation Aims for Savings, Comfort

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The Green New Deal and Reducing Building Emissions

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Chicago Could Get New Building Codes for First Time in 70 Years

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Hybrid HVAC Systems Offer Big Efficiency

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Princeton Library Renovates and Modernizes

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State Backs Tougher Energy-Efficiency Codes

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Energy Storage in U.S. Booming; More Still Needed

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Why Are Green Leases on the Rise?

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Indiana University Adds 3 LEED Gold Buildings

Building Operating Management
Best Practices for Achieving High-Performance HVAC Systems

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New LEED Pilot Credit Rewards DC Power in Buildings

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How Green Leases Help Achieve Green Buildings

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Building Decarbonization: How To Make It Sexy

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Energy Star Leads to Lower Vacancy Rates: Study

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How To Develop a DIY Energy Information Systems

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Energy Information Systems: Identify KPIs, Prioritize Actions

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Baseball Stadium Earns LEED Certification

Building Operating Management
Energy Information Systems Provide Data Deep Dive

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Connecting Sustainable Design and Efficient Operations

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How Energy Information Systems Bring Energy Savings

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NY Lays Out ‘Green New Deal’

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Building Energy Codes Boost Efficiency: Report

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Greener Than Green: Building Pursues Triple Certification

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Hospital System Aims for 100 Percent Renewables

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Chicago Museums Weigh Sharing Energy Systems

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How To Improve the Energy Efficiency of a VRF System

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Patient Death Might Be Tied to Power Outage

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UC San Diego Health Recognized for Sustainability Efforts

Building Operating Management
Steps To Overcome Obstacles To Networked Lighting Controls

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Hot Topics: 2018’s Most Popular Articles

Building Operating Management
Is A Hybrid Onsite Power Generation System In Your Future?

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University Eyes Energy Efficiency in Existing Buildings

Building Operating Management
Understanding Onsite Renewable Energy Options

Building Operating Management
Blue and Solar: Environmental Innovations In Roofing

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Superconducting Wires To Bolster Chicago Grid Resilience

Building Operating Management
What Is The Purpose of Prime Onsite Power Generation?

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Trump Tower Among City’s Energy Hogs

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Networked Controls Add Big Savings To LEDs

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