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    CBRE’s Smart FM Solutions implemented across more than 20K client sites

    The AI-powered software can reduce client maintenance costs and energy consumption by as much as 20%, the company says. 

    By • Updated Sept. 11, 2023
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    Lumen Energy, with $11M in Series A funding, launches automated power purchase agreement software

    With its Auto PPA tool, building owners and operators can calculate costs and benefits of on-site solar and other clean energy systems to increase net operating income with zero upfront capital, the company says.

    By • Sept. 8, 2023
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    Top 5 stories from Facilities Dive

    Top 5 stories from Facilities Dive

    By Facilities Dive staff
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    University of Wisconsin expands solar across Stout campus facilities

    A recent 560-panel installation highlights ongoing efficiency upgrades taking place across the public university system.

    By • Sept. 6, 2023
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    CDC, ASHRAE discuss airborne infection risk guidance updates

    Experts from both organizations outlined methods to meet minimum ventilation requirements and maintain clean air in schools during a recent EPA webinar.

    By • Sept. 5, 2023
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    SPX Flow’s beehives and compost programs highlight sustainability benefits

    The firm’s facility manager says tenant engagement has led to numerous sustainable initiatives and processes, which benefit employees and attract new organizations to the site.

    By • Sept. 1, 2023
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    Q&A

    FM:Systems’ acquisition by Johnson Controls marries occupancy data with controls, former CEO says

    Kurt von Koch, who is now an executive at Johnson Controls, discusses the software’s office insights, the acquisition and the future of building management controls.

    By • Aug. 31, 2023
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    Value of indoor air quality improvements can help offset upgrade costs, keep buildings efficient

    As school starts and return-to-office mandates bring people indoors, lingering COVID-19 concerns and new ventilation requirements raise indoor air quality questions.

    By • Aug. 31, 2023
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    Temporary Wall Systems adds two New Jersey locations

    The franchise service firm says its reusable walls provide facilities managers and contractors with a sustainable solution to partition areas during renovations and construction.

    By • Aug. 29, 2023
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    NEST, skilled trades industry leaders launch council to address labor shortage

    The Skilled Trades Advisory Council is intended to drive awareness and promotion of the trades and help the facilities management industry meet workforce needs.

    By • Aug. 24, 2023
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    Spirit AeroSystems, Oak Ridge National Laboratory partner to cut industrial manufacturing emissions

    The Boeing supplier and the lab will collaborate to develop advanced material solutions for the commercial, defense and space aerostructure markets as part of an Energy Department effort.

    By Sara Samora • Aug. 21, 2023
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    Artificial intelligence, innovation highlighted in PropTech awards

    Several winners have been acquired by large enterprises as the industry prioritizes technology to improve cost efficiencies and reach decarbonization goals. 

    By • Aug. 21, 2023
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    License plate recognition with cloud video surveillance mainly used for parking, Eagle Eye survey finds

    Operations and security were much less common uses for the technology when connected to its video management system, its research found.

    By • Aug. 18, 2023
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    Return-to-office gains momentum, with U.S. desk reservations up 71%: Eptura

    Facilities managers face pressures to accommodate unpredictable workspace demand and varying occupancy rates for hybrid work amid data scarcity.

    By • Aug. 17, 2023
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    For stretch energy codes, Massachusetts gets nearly $4M DOE grant

    The grant will provide field-based training to local building code officials and help communities share regional best practices.

    By • Aug. 16, 2023
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    Anviz rolls out SME cloud-based security management platform

    The firm says the product does not use on-site hardware and reduces the cost of security measures for small- and medium-sized facilities.

    By • Aug. 15, 2023
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    Office-to-residential, other adaptive reuse construction reaches record high

    Remote work has driven the office market to a state of limbo, while hotel conversion deliveries have peaked at their highest level in five years. 

    By Mary Salmonsen • Aug. 14, 2023
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    Johnson Controls enhances safety product to connect service across distant buildings

    The company’s updated device aims to simplify safety operations for large commercial facilities, removing the need for additional infrastructure investments.

    By • Aug. 14, 2023
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    Wint clinches $35M to meet water tracking, leak detection demand

    Climate change and damage costs have led to a strong demand for water management solutions across the real estate, construction and insurance industries. 

    By • Aug. 11, 2023
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    Nuveen joins rush to use tenant experience data for building operations insight

    Cove’s agreement with Nuveen follows a partnership with Cushman & Wakefield, and comes amid an industry scramble for information that could drive operational efficiencies and return-to-office strategies.

    By • Aug. 11, 2023
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    Insufficient data impacts return-to-office strategies, Envoy finds

    Eighty percent of business leaders and building managers surveyed said they would have approached their policies differently if they had better insight into office usage.

    By • Aug. 10, 2023
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    The life sciences sector needs facility staff to match continued growth

    Good Manufacturing Principles and specialized processes are straining employers’ abilities to fill building service roles.

    By • Aug. 9, 2023
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    Marcone outfits repair technicians with AI-powered diagnostic tool

    The HVAC and plumbing distributor expects the solution to reduce repair times and improve customer satisfaction.

    By • Aug. 8, 2023
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    CBRE earnings boosted by facility outsourcing, technical services demand

    The firm’s expansion of technical labor across the U.S. has driven the growth of its facility services and project management segment.

    By • Aug. 7, 2023
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    ASHRAE seeks comments on refrigerant system safety standard modifications

    These addenda address standards for commercial air conditioning and refrigeration systems and safety data on numerous zeotropic refrigerant blends.

    By • Aug. 7, 2023
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    Jacobs tapped for 10-year renovation at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

    The project aims to modernize a 50-year-old concourse, helping airport staff meet soaring demand and boost energy efficiency.

    By • Aug. 4, 2023