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ENGIE strikes deal with Meta to supply 260 MW of solar
The project will supply power to a Meta data center in Temple, Texas. The power purchase agreement adds to "more than 12 GW of renewable energy procurement already announced by Meta," ENGIE said.
By Diana DiGangi • Nov. 1, 2024 -
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How the U.S. presidential candidates’ climate policy differences could impact building operators: report
Clean energy programs will likely expand under a Harris presidency, while a Trump win could mean deregulation, according to Climate X. Operators can future-proof their assets regardless of who wins, its CEO said.
By Nish Amarnath • Nov. 1, 2024 -
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Air quality, energy efficiency can coexist, but require intentional decision-making
To reap the benefits of IAQ and energy efficiency measures, operators must focus on design, planning and verification of building systems, experts say.
By Joe Burns • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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Corix district energy system launches in Bellingham, Washington, waterfront neighborhood
The system, which captures waste heat for districtwide heating and cooling, is expected to help the district meet Washington state energy code requirements, the Port of Bellingham says.
By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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DOE school program helps districts decarbonize, identify best practices
Benchmarking and retrofit implementation are among the categories in which school districts can apply for recognition as part of the Efficient and Healthy Schools program, the Energy Department says.
By Joe Burns • Oct. 28, 2024 -
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Commercial heat pumps will benefit from tech developed for cold climate challenge, manufacturers say
After successful residential trials, heat pump technologies for temperatures as low as minus 15 degrees Fahrenheit are being optimized for use in commercial buildings, executives at Carrier and Lennox said.
By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 25, 2024 -
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ABM to integrate Mainspring Energy’s power generation tool to strengthen EV charging solutions
Mainspring Energy’s Linear Generator can be quickly deployed at scale and would appeal to large fleet operators seeking cost-effective and sustainable EV charging infrastructure, ABM says.
By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 24, 2024 -
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AI can optimize most sustainable asset retrofit tasks: JLL
Currently available artificial intelligence technology can add the most value in portfolio prioritization, energy auditing and modeling, construction management and stakeholder data sharing, the firm says.
By Joe Burns • Oct. 23, 2024 -
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Building retrofit data sheds light on energy efficiency: Harvard study
A two-year dataset on a residential-to-office building retrofit shows how low-energy and passive building systems can boost performance and sustainability in future projects, according to a paper published in Scientific Data.
By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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Many middle-market firms in ESG ‘wait and see’ mode: RSM survey
While about 75% of respondents noted they have begun training staff and investing in technology to prepare for new climate-related regulations, 56% said they are waiting on the U.S. election outcome before taking further action.
By Chris Gaetano • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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NFL stadiums could face up to $11B climate risk price tag by 2050: report
Climate X's findings on climate risks and their potential impact on stadium usability should serve as a “wake-up call for the NFL, stadium owners, and local governments,” said its CEO, Lukky Ahmed.
By Lamar Johnson • Oct. 21, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Global IndustrialWhat’s in your facility’s drinking water? Your guide to water bottle fillers and PFAS filtration
A comprehensive guide on why water bottle filling stations and purification systems are essential for providing healthy drinking water in your workplace.
Oct. 21, 2024 -
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King Energy secures $10M for rooftop solar financing model
The company, which installs solar panels on unused roof space, provides commercial property owners with a “simple, no-nonsense way” to trim operational costs and carbon footprints, CEO John Witchel said.
By Joe Burns • Oct. 17, 2024 -
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California enrolls 515 MW in load management program featuring 200 MW virtual power plant
More than a quarter of a million participants are helping to ensure a reliable electric grid during extreme demand, the California Energy Commission said.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 17, 2024 -
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Key building sustainability announcements from Climate Week NYC 2024
New building decarbonization tools from Schneider Electric and Siemens and the development of a large airport microgrid were among the initiatives announced during the weeklong event in New York City.
By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 16, 2024 -
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From schools to stadiums: Tips for zero waste at large venues
Schools, restaurants, hotels and sports stadiums are strategizing how to implement reusable container solutions and reduce waste, speakers at the National Zero Waste Conference said.
By Jacob Wallace • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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CBRE acquires NRG Energy’s renewable advisory group
The deal will bolster its ability to help clients integrate renewable energy across their real estate portfolios and facilitate clean power deals, CBRE says.
By Joe Burns • Oct. 14, 2024 -
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FM:Systems adds Johnson Controls’ NetZero Advisor sustainability tool to its workplace analytics platform
The integration will bring together office utilization and energy consumption data in the FMS:Insights platform to help users optimize energy use and cut costs, the Johnson Controls subsidiary says.
By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 11, 2024 -
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DOE allocates $43M+ to advance industrial decarbonization technologies
The projects selected for the funding are expected to have implications for operators of industrial and commercial buildings, a U.S. Department of Energy official says.
By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 10, 2024 -
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The “split incentive gap” impedes building decarbonization, SMI says. Its new road map suggests solutions.
Emission reduction targets, legislative measures and green leases can resolve the misalignment between landlords and tenants in decarbonization efforts, the Sustainable Markets Initiative says.
By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 9, 2024 -
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For data center cooling project, Advanced Cooling Technologies gets $1.1M DOE grant
ACT is a subcontractor on two COOLERCHIPS program projects aimed at cutting total cooling energy expenditure to less than 5% of a data center’s IT load.
By Joe Burns • Oct. 4, 2024 -
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University of Houston, Harris County to collaborate on energy efficiency of county buildings
Additional projects, including building automation upgrades and LED installations, aim to halve greenhouse gas emissions from county-owned buildings over the next five years, researchers at the university said.
By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 4, 2024 -
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DOE launches funding opportunity for clean energy career programs
The department said it will offer $3 million for new or expanded workforce development programs in areas that include building energy efficiency, renewable energy and energy storage.
By Diana DiGangi • Oct. 4, 2024 -
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Skills gap looms for energy efficiency jobs tied to net-zero emission goals: IEA
Retrofitting buildings could create 1.3 million jobs by 2030 in areas such as HVAC installation and insulation, but labor shortages persist, according to the agency’s scenario for reaching net-zero emissions by 2050.
By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 3, 2024 -
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Sustainability spending tops US corporate agenda amid decarbonization hurdles: Carrier
Corporate focus on sustainability has increased despite economic headwinds and legislative uncertainty. Yet, many organizations face roadblocks from financial access to workforce shortages, experts say.
By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 2, 2024
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