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Prisons battle nightly drone drops of drugs, other contraband
Technology is available to help facilities respond to incursions, but federal aviation rules lag behind the threat, security specialists say.
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Office sector benefitting from rise in attendance, JLL says
Almost all Fortune 100 companies have moved to hybrid or full-time in-office requirements, helping the sector reach a post-pandemic leasing volume high, according to the firm.
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Winter storm warnings mean prepare for burst pipes, water leaks
Freezing temperatures can cause costly water damage, both seen and unseen. Facility managers must protect pipes and respond quickly during emergencies, a restoration professional says.
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Natural disasters: What to do before — and after — one strikes your school
NWEA’s playbook suggests that schools develop a recovery plan and build relationships with community groups before any severe climate event occurs.
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Appliance efficiency standards generated $330B in business savings, over 10 years, analysis shows
The federal government’s energy efficiency standards are now at risk, says the Appliance Standards Awareness Project.
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Gas sector takes furnace efficiency fight to Supreme Court
Advocates say stricter efficiency rules can be met with proven, energy-saving technologies. The gas industry says the rules ban non-condensing furnaces and other products.
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Shooting victim’s widow sues 345 Park Ave., NFL for lax security
Smart cameras, alerts, weapon detectors — none of that was adequately deployed for a high-profile building, says a lawsuit against the building owner, manager, security company and the NFL, one of the tenants.
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Concierge model could limit headaches from office redesigns
More facilities managers see the model as a way to increase operational agility as building sensors lead to more frequent space changes.
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New Jersey governor orders state to accelerate solar, storage and virtual power plants
The virtual power plant initiative ordered by Gov. Mikie Sherrill, who was sworn in Tuesday, would be administered by electric distribution utilities and third-party suppliers in the state.
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Bunker is a separate driver of White House ballroom, OMB chief indicates
The once-secret safe space for the president will be rebuilt as part of the structure replacing the old East Wing, according to reports.
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Limble launches AI tools, appoints new CEO
The software company’s new chief, Gary Specter, will help the company integrate AI technologies into its maintenance management platform.
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Google inks PPAs to power data centers with carbon-free energy
The power purchase agreements with Clearway Energy Group will provide power to Google’s data centers in Missouri, Texas and West Virginia.
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Google sees CO2 batteries as large-scale way to store renewable energy
The batteries would provide data center backup power on a much larger scale than lithium-ion batteries do now, the company said.
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Georgetown University, Cisco partner on digital infrastructure
The multiyear agreement will roll out Wi-Fi 7 across the university to support AI research and growing demand for digital connectivity, Cisco says.
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Office, retail to see more leasing as market recovery continues: CBRE
The pricing gap between prime and non-prime office assets is expected to widen, creating demand in the next tier of space, the company says.
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Against slow hiring, construction projects face hurdles: AGC
The latest outlook from the Associated General Contractors of America reveals two bright spots — data centers and power projects — amid a growing number of challenges.
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Extreme cold put heat pumps to the test — and they passed, Elephant Energy CEO says
Performance is tied to proper installation of the technology, which can be complex, D.R. Richardson says.
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PNC mandates 5-day RTO starting May 4
PNC’s policy change closely follows one at competitor Truist, which ended hybrid work Jan. 1.
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GGP says it cut energy costs by 30% at Texas mall
The Woodlands Mall became the flagship site for the real estate giant’s peak demand reduction initiative, which helps it avoid utility demand charges during periods of high demand.
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The White House’s hands-on approach to federal properties
Federal buildings are in the spotlight as President Donald Trump, a former commercial property developer, shapes renovation and demolition decisions in the nation’s capital.
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Tenants seek space for peak in-office days: Newmark
Employers seeking to accommodate hybrid workers are among the bright spots buoying the still-protracted recovery of the U.S. office market, according to Newmark’s Jessica Morin.
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NFPA digital codes and standards platform gets AI upgrade
NFPA LiNK users can ask the new AI assistant about what’s in codes and standards using a simple prompt function, the National Fire Protection Association says.
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How circadian lighting gives FMs a hand in occupant productivity
When combined with sensors, the lights can give facilities managers a role in workforce wellness and building efficiency, says Rahul Shira of Genlyte Solutions.
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Proptech funding rose to $16.7B in 2025
Investors are favoring AI-enabled solutions built on strong data foundations and integrated into mission-critical systems, capital specialists say.
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MetTel expands utilities expense management platform to public
The General Services Administration uses the platform to gather, load, validate and pay invoices on more than 3,400 utility accounts.
