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Strategic decarbonization can aid green goals while improving maintenance
Combining energy efficiency and decarbonization with asset lifecycle planning positions facilities as a value creator, experts say.
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FMs can help extend the life of aging water systems
Leaky pipes that keep one-fifth of water from reaching its destination are among the $1T worth of problems with the infrastructure, Aspen Institute says.
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Radisson Hotel Group raises net-zero ambition for 100 hotels, sets 2030 goal
The hotels will aim to reduce their Scope 1 and 2 emissions — direct emissions generated from company-owned or controlled sources — through electrification, using renewable heating and cooling networks and sourcing 100% renewable energy.
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Contracts keep many facilities safe from near-term energy shocks
Diesel costs are rising quickly, though, and inefficient mechanical systems could prove costly as energy prices rise over the long term, an industry executive says.
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Surgery center leases jump as demand shifts to low-intensity fit-outs
Healthcare systems are embracing outpatient surgery centers for their cost-efficiency, resulting in a gain of 145% in leases, a CBRE report says.
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HVAC giant Trane is a SaaS business in disguise, report says
Facilities managers’ interaction with the company on maintenance and upgrades is one of the main value drivers, according to a Wealth Dynasty Report.
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Judge orders construction work stoppage on $400M White House ballroom
A federal judge ruled Congress must sign off on the project, which is being built by Clark Construction and engineered by AECOM.
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Iran conflict highlights cyberthreat exposure of U.S. facilities
The growing use of smart technology in buildings and older technologies that weren’t meant to be exposed to the internet are drawing attention from cyberattackers, researchers say.
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HVAC manufacturers sued for conspiring to inflate prices
Bosch, Carrier, Trane, Daikin, Lennox, Rheem and AAON are named in a lawsuit, which is seeking class action status, for artificially increasing the price of commercial and residential equipment since 2020.
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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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Q&AAmusement 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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OpinionThe 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.
