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    Office-to-housing conversions grew 28% last year

    New York City led other cities in converted residential units by a wide margin, followed by Washington, D.C., and Chicago, according to RentCafe.

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    AI is creating a surge in demand for HVAC technicians, other skilled labor: Randstad

    Organizations should use flexible hiring policies to get the talent they need, the global human resources consulting company recommends.

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    AAIR touts AI-powered HVAC system cutting costs for hoteliers

    The company’s new heating and cooling technology can save hotels up to 30% in energy costs while improving the comfort of guest rooms.

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    Honeywell expands security portfolio in bid to catch AI wave

    The company is partnering with Rhombus to integrate AI-driven security into the building systems of its customers as demand for these products surges, a company executive says.

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    Researchers turn sawdust into fire-resistant building panels

    If commercialized, the panels could turn waste products from timber and water treatment into a sustainable construction material.

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    Diesel prices surge due to Iran war, surpassing $5.38

    Per-gallon costs topped $5 for the U.S. across all major regions this week, putting additional pressure on organizations’ operations. 

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    ‘Adaptive phase cooling’ improves efficiency over direct-to-chip: UCLA study

    The two-phase cooling solution eliminates water usage at a “best-in-class” power usage effectiveness ratio of 1.03, says liquid-cooling company Ferveret, whose system was tested by UCLA researchers. 

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    Facility security teams must deploy AI with intention or risk bloat without outcomes, Convergint says

    The firm released a framework it says can help organizations adopt AI for risk reduction at scale.

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    XGS inks partnership to advance Meta’s New Mexico geothermal plant

    The deal links Baker Hughes’ geothermal experience with XGS’ technology to develop a 150-MW geothermal system for the social media company.

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    MaintainX touts AI solution for preparing maintenance reports

    Facilities managers and technicians can use plain-language prompts in Report Builder AI to get data on the parts of systems that are creating the most trouble, the company says.

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    Siemens takes steps to integrate IAQ sensing and response into building controls

    The company is integrating respiratory risk assessment into its building automation software to automatically adjust ventilation when sensors detect a risk, a company executive says.

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    Amusement parks seek drone policies that balance authorized, unauthorized uses

    Drones can provide entertainment and security, but parks seek more tools to restrict unauthorized ones. The chief U.S. lobbyist for an amusement park group talks about recent progress.

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    $900M Nashville airport expansion breaks ground

    The job, which will create a road loop and six-level consolidated rental car facility, is part of a broader $3 billion capital plan for the busiest airport in Tennessee.

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    Opinion

    The next generation of Legionella detection

    Rapid testing kits can help facilities managers reduce outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease in commercial buildings.

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    Walmart to test faster renovation process for Neighborhood Markets

    The retailer intends to take several stores out of service for about a month for upgrades instead of doing construction in phases over a longer period.

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    Preventive maintenance called a difference-maker in industrial, logistics markets

    A commitment to maintenance is needed to shift to a ‘fail less’ mindset, says David Weissman of Greek Real Estate.

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    Iran conflict could put return to office on pause

    With gas up by almost $1 in a month, asking workers to come into the office puts a cost burden on them if working from home is an option, workplace consultancy Korn Ferry says.

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    Why data centers will need a ‘bring your own power’ strategy

    If the AI boom is not handled correctly, we will put grid stability and public trust at odds with tech-led growth, writes Ameresco CEO George Sakellaris.

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    As communities and policymakers push back, can batteries make data centers better neighbors?

    A bill in Virginia is the latest action by lawmakers to address community concerns over data centers. A battery maker says its sodium metal chloride battery can be part of the solution. 

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    Building operations are increasingly strategic: NFMT East 2026

    The importance of communication between FMs, vendors and stakeholders was a consistent theme throughout sessions as more organizations see building operations as value-adding. 

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    As NYC energy code enforcement begins, operators face decision on pathway

    Prescriptive and performance-based approaches give facilities managers a choice for how to proceed, a building energy specialist says.

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    Turner goes vertical on $900M Pennsylvania hospital expansion

    The Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre will have an 11-story, 600,000 square foot patient facility and an expanded emergency department.

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    Threat groups target cyber-physical systems to disrupt critical infrastructure providers

    The Iran war has raised concerns that industrial sectors could be the target of hacktivists, state actors and other groups exploiting vulnerabilities in operational technologies like those used in building systems.

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    Scaled-down repairs can make sense as asphalt prices rise

    Limited maintenance projects can sustain surfaces until the impact from the Iran conflict eases and oil prices stabilize, paving companies say.

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    Keep protections in place even if OSHA eases enforcement: safety specialist

    A proposal for OSHA to reduce its enforcement of the general duty clause shouldn’t be a reason to relax standards, says an executive at a fall protection company.