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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 -
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Microsoft inks long-term PPA for Washington solar project
The project is adding 104 megawatts direct current/80 MW alternating current of electricity generation to the region’s power system, of which Microsoft will be the long-term offtaker.
By Lamar Johnson • Sept. 8, 2026 -
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How an AI-powered system optimizes Resorts World’s central utility plant
Johnson Controls says its Metasys and OpenBlue technology has saved the Las Vegas resort $110,000 in annual energy costs.
By Jenna Graber • Sept. 4, 2026 -
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Supporters hopeful as DOE and EPA finalize Energy Star transition plan
The U.S. Department of Energy’s success with its Better Buildings Initiative shows the agency knows how to make a public-private partnership like Energy Star work, an industry supporter says.
By Robert Freedman • Sept. 4, 2026 -
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Data centers’ indirect water use is a bigger part of their water footprint than the water they use directly
While data centers’ massive direct water use for cooling has come under scrutiny, the electricity that powers them consumes even more of the resource, according to a report.
By Lauren Schenkman • Sept. 3, 2026 -
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US Army selects 5 companies to deploy microreactors at military installations
The $2.2 billion in federal funding is intended to boost resilience and the commercial viability of next-generation nuclear power.
By Marlene Wilden • Aug. 28, 2026 -
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Microsoft taps solar company Qcells to power AI infrastructure
Under an expanded partnership, Qcells would build new capacity to deliver power to Microsoft or the utility serving the communities around new data centers.
By Lamar Johnson • Aug. 27, 2026 -
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Facilities betting big on low-cost, 100-hour iron-air batteries
A $1 billion project with Google and Xcel would create the world’s largest battery, producing 30 gigawatt-hours of energy at roughly $33 to $50 per kilowatt-hour, according to estimates.
By Robert Freedman • Aug. 26, 2026 -
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California BPS proposal focuses on owner flexibility, tenant protections
The state’s building performance standard draft strategy recommends alternative compliance pathways while deferring to local governments with stronger standards.
By Joe Burns • Aug. 26, 2026 -
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ColumnPipes as power plants: How cities can use their water systems to generate clean energy
Excess pressure in city water pipes can be converted into electricity if the pipes are large enough and there’s enough pressure differential and flow, among other things.
By Dave Moldal • Aug. 25, 2026 -
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Removing emissions-related addenda from Standard 90.1 reflects input, committee members say
Addenda M and N, which were added last year to curb greenhouse gas emissions but are now being removed, will be available to jurisdictions as part of an optional publication.
By Brian Martucci • Aug. 24, 2026 -
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Taking the cost-effective approach to Class B building upgrades
Owners can renovate their office buildings and attract occupiers at a more manageable cost if they align incremental building system and space upgrades with leasing cycles, experts say.
By Joe Burns • Aug. 21, 2026 -
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Best Buy achieves zero waste goal at supply chain facilities
Best Buy said it optimized how it packaged goods, built on its recycling programs and introduced employee-led “green teams” at each of its facilities to reduce waste and increase efficiency of its resources.
By Zoya Mirza • Aug. 20, 2026 -
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Oak Park, Illinois, gas appliance ban legal, federal judge rules
In the latest legal tussle between localities and gas appliance defenders, the Chicago suburb can keep its ban because it doesn’t impose efficiency standards in conflict with federal law.
By Robert Freedman • Aug. 20, 2026 -
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New York City to test heating buildings with surplus subway heat
The project will be the first thermal energy network installed in a transit system, with the goal of cooling subway platforms and storing heat for use by municipal buildings.
By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Aug. 17, 2026 -
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Sponsored by NORESCOShrinking the energy challenge: From small steps to big impacts
Reduce energy costs through efficiency improvements and renewable energy systems.
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Google inks deal to source entire output from RWE’s Oklahoma solar project
Energy produced at the 155 MW Crooked Creek Solar project will help power the tech giant’s operations in the Southwest Power Pool market and provide locally sourced electricity to the regional grid.
By Zoya Mirza • Aug. 13, 2026 -
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Measurabl, Invenium deal aims to broaden access to facility sustainability data
The collaboration is intended to give real estate companies a way to increase asset value by prioritizing ESG goals, the companies say.
By Zoya Mirza • Aug. 11, 2026 -
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$700M microgrid bill has state energy office, electrical manufacturer support
More microgrids would free up capacity to serve loads of all sizes, including those from data centers and manufacturers, an electrical manufacturers association official says.
By Robert Walton • Aug. 4, 2026 -
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$23M awarded to Massachusetts facilities for clean energy projects
The grants will cover up to 45% of the cost for large-scale projects to connect geothermal systems at universities, implement a next-generation industrial heat pump and decarbonize public ice rinks.
By Joe Burns • Updated July 31, 2026 -
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OpinionBuilding performance standards have deadlines and penalties — are you ready for them?
Some buildings are already in the compliance window. For managers of these buildings, the margin for making operational changes to lower emissions is shrinking.
By Christy Martell • July 27, 2026 -
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Harley-Davidson replaced pavement with flood protection, creating a new Milwaukee park
The company's underused employee parking lot found a better use, and the design addressed a flood problem using a system that captures stormwater that previously had nowhere to go.
By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • July 24, 2026 -
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Schneider Electric debuts streamlined EV charging for fleets, commercial facilities
Charge Pro integrates hardware, firmware and software to reduce risk and total cost of ownership for EV charging site managers, the company says.
By Brian Martucci • July 23, 2026 -
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Demand response can generate big sums — and penalties, energy specialist says
In one case last year, the regional transmission organization was offering $50,000 per megawatt, says Victor Hoerst of OnSite Partners.
By Robert Freedman • July 21, 2026
