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$19M capital raise highlights desiccant HVAC potential: Mojave Systems
Liquid desiccant-based HVAC systems have attracted interest from the federal government for decades. Mojave says the technology is dramatically more efficient than traditional climate control systems.
By Brian Martucci • Oct. 16, 2026 -
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More cities adopt programs for buildings to re-use water
In San Francisco, Salesforce Tower, the tallest building in the city, is one of 70 buildings that are reusing on-site water.
By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Oct. 15, 2026 -
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Energy supply disruptions, price increases and reliability issues require facilities managers to have an energy resilience plan in place to ensure the continuity of their critical operations.
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Facilities could benefit as on-site energy matures: attorney
Lower costs and improved technology are creating a promising environment for building operators to work with power producers to reduce their grid exposure, says David Streier of Fredrikson & Byron.
By Robert Freedman • Oct. 15, 2026 -
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Battery system failures fell 98% in 7 years, but older systems need special care: report
The Electric Power Research Institute analysis found a dramatic drop in energy storage system failures from 2018 to 2025 amid a host of technology and project improvements. “Early-vintage” systems may require retrofits, however.
By Brian Martucci • Oct. 14, 2026 -
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Amazon, Constellation sign 20-year PPA for 690 MW of nuclear energy
The tech giant and energy producer are backing improvements and renovations at the 1,790-megawatt Calvert Cliffs Clean Energy Center, Maryland’s largest source of emissions-free energy.
By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 11, 2026 -
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Trane, KSE agreement aims to reduce GHG emissions at SoFi, other stadiums
The partnership with Kroenke Sports & Entertainment will introduce low-emission HVAC systems and digital services to its venues, including SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles and Ball Arena in Denver.
By Joe Burns • Oct. 8, 2026 -
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US manufacturers unlikely to retool for incandescent bulbs: NEMA
A bill to return legacy lighting products to store shelves faces a tough road despite passage by the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee last week, says an advocate for manufacturers.
By Robert Freedman • Oct. 8, 2026 -
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Constellation, Google strike 890-MW nuclear deal in PJM
The deal with Google is a “direct response” to PJM’s Bring Your Own Power proposal and aligns with the White House’s ratepayer protection pledge, Constellation said in a statement.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 8, 2026 -
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Schneider Electric taps company exec to lead sustainability advisory practice
The energy tech company has appointed Lena Henry to oversee SE Advisory Services, which helps its clients increase energy efficiency and sustainability through electrification, automation and digitalization.
By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 6, 2026 -
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Fashion brands partner with Schneider Electric to increase suppliers’ renewable energy use
The apparel giants are working with Schneider Electric to expand supplier access to renewable energy solutions like power purchase agreements, energy attribute certificates, local energy storage and on-site or distributed renewable power generation.
By Zoya Mirza • Oct. 5, 2026 -
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Public facilities remain biggest users of energy services companies
Commercial and industrial companies comprise only 6% of ESCO users, mainly for design-build services rather than long-term energy management, a Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory report says.
By Robert Freedman • Sept. 30, 2026 -
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Facilities are using 48E investment tax credits to make energy projects pencil out
Most commonly, building operators are using the tax credit to install battery storage systems that can leverage lower-cost electricity rates, says an executive with tax-credit consulting firm Alliant.
By Robert Freedman • Sept. 29, 2026 -
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Adding AI to building management systems can cut energy use by 22%: Schneider Electric research
Modeled results suggest this level of energy savings could close the majority of the gap toward 2030 building efficiency targets, Schneider says.
By Joe Burns • Sept. 29, 2026 -
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Strong compliance in first year of NYC’s Local Law 97 building performance mandate
About 95% of required properties filed compliance reports in 2025, with 95% of those meeting emissions goals. For some of the others, fines have started.
By Joe Burns • Sept. 28, 2026 -
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Green roofs, reflective materials on bus shelters aim to beat the heat in NYC pilot
Living or green roofs can reduce surrounding air temperatures by up to 20 degrees Fahrenheit, a construction engineering researcher says.
By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Sept. 25, 2026 -
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‘Elephant skin’ tiles show promise for reducing AC: research
Building operators can use the tiles to reduce air conditioning, even during heat waves, say University of Pennsylvania and Syracuse University scientists.
By Robert Freedman • Sept. 25, 2026 -
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Oberlin project shows path to implementing geothermal system
The Ohio college used climate bonds to finance a geothermal heating and cooling system on its campus that has helped it attract students and retain staff.
By Joe Burns • Updated Sept. 28, 2026 -
Building decarbonization blueprint looks at emissions ‘beyond core building operations’: USGBC
Refrigeration and transportation emissions are among the opportunities the blueprint highlights. The group also released a corporate practice toolkit for high-performance buildings.
By Joe Burns • Sept. 22, 2026 -
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Meta, Apex Clean Energy agree to 144-MW Texas solar PPA
Meta will receive “exclusive rights to all environmental attributes associated with energy” from the project, including all renewable energy credits, according to Apex.
By Diana DiGangi • Sept. 22, 2026 -
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Lighting impacts occupants’ sense of temperature: Penn State research
Adjusting light to optimize HVAC is a promising strategy, researchers say. It could cut energy use by up to 11.4%.
By Joe Burns • Sept. 21, 2026 -
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DOE supports bringing back incandescent bulbs
If the market gets flooded with cheap imports, that’s a trade policy issue, not an issue for the U.S. Department of Energy, DOE associate deputy secretary says.
By Robert Freedman • Sept. 17, 2026 -
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Burlington advances on-site solar strategy across distribution network
The off-price retailer is planning installations at upcoming facilities in Arizona and California, as well as an existing warehouse in Georgia.
By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 16, 2026 -
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Maryland offering $103M in grants for energy efficiency, electrification
The program covers commercial building system retrofits and upgrades. Government and nonprofit buildings can apply for renewable energy and storage projects as well.
By Joe Burns • Sept. 14, 2026 -
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Is it time for big facilities to look at heat reuse?
The technology promises energy-cost savings for facilities managers who overcome the educational barrier, advocates say.
By Ramona Dzinkowski • Sept. 10, 2026 -
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Look at needs, not regulatory landscape, when upgrading HVAC: CEO
Policy priorities will shift, but your needs are clear when you evaluate them, says Chris Drew of boiler manufacturer Burnham Holdings.
By Joe Burns • Sept. 10, 2026
