Authorities investigating a coordinated cyberattack against Minnesota water systems

Officials confirmed the attack resulted in no major impact to drinking and wastewater treatment operations. Drinking water remains safe for use, they said. 

By David Jones • July 30, 2026

Almost 90% of data center building management systems communicate over insecure protocols: Claroty

Forty percent of critical power distribution infrastructure and 30% of HVAC systems are a single link away from risky connections, an analysis of 750,000 data center assets found.

By Joe Burns • July 29, 2026

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Bad data shouldn’t stop building system transformation, project leaders say

Adding data over time and getting small use-case wins can lead to successful multi-building implementation, says Northern Arizona University CIO. 

By Robert Freedman • July 28, 2026

Before the show starts: The operations challenge facing large venues

One venue, many moving parts. The challenge is connecting them before issues start.

July 27, 2026

As K-12 schools embrace ed tech, importance of building system security increases, expert says

Cyber criminals can use building technology to breach school district networks, so facility managers must be part of the security effort, the Consortium of School Networking says.

By Joe Burns • July 20, 2026

Ventiva touts fanless cooler for 15% data center energy efficiency gains

The company says its ionic air mover improves performance of back-of-rack server components while fewer front-of-rack bulk fans means reduced energy costs.

By Robert Freedman • July 17, 2026

Optimizing building operations against a changing environment: ASHRAE 2026 conference

The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers' 2026 annual conference focused on operational resilience during challenging times. 

By Joe Burns • July 16, 2026

Heat pump momentum grows on election-year energy affordability issue, coalition says

The public’s focus on utility bills is helping heat pumps stay in the spotlight, says the Building Decarbonization Coalition.

By Joe Burns • July 14, 2026

More job titles include AI across every sector

Employers want workers who know how to use AI-assisted software and can implement the technology into business operations, the report's author says.

By Lara Ewen • July 13, 2026

Start workplace renovations with technology, Cisco exec says

Focus on IT, connectivity and workflow expectations before making design decisions to create a cohesive experience, Cisco’s senior vice president of workplace resources says.

By Joe Burns • July 13, 2026

To speed school incident response, companies merge dispatch platform, AI camera tech

An integration between Centegix and Volt is intended to close a gap between detection and getting responders on site, the companies say.  

By Joe Burns • July 9, 2026

Johnson Controls’ Metasys 16.0 update aims to reduce downtime, ease compliance

The building automation system includes new features to help speed up cybersecurity upgrades, monitor regulatory requirements and meet energy performance standards.

By Joe Burns • July 6, 2026

AI can help solve data handoff problems, optimize building operations: ASHRAE conference

Large language models can be used to bridge the communication gap between building systems and provide facility managers with contextual data they need to make decisions, a researcher said this week.

By Joe Burns • July 1, 2026

ASHRAE to tackle data centers, thermal systems at annual conference

The engineering society’s annual meeting, starting this weekend in Austin, Texas, will have programs on managing energy costs and integrating energy storage projects, among others.

By Joe Burns • June 26, 2026

Leveraging LED lighting’s decorative versatility to create facility value

Philadelphia generated $12 million in economic value by illuminating its historic city hall, one of several examples of the lighting’s benefits, an architectural lighting company says in a report.

By Robert Freedman • June 23, 2026

Heat pump shipments rise through April, with more use for both heating and cooling

Ongoing legal battles regarding non-condensing commercial gas water heaters and residential gas furnaces have not yet slowed U.S. gas storage water-heat shipments, AHRI data shows.

By Joe Burns • June 16, 2026

Modular approach can speed data center construction by 30%: Flex

More power, cooling and IT equipment is moving outside data halls in a shift that could help “future-proof” computing facilities, a company executive told Facilities Dive.

By Brian Martucci • June 15, 2026

Schneider Electric launches AI-driven continuous BMS monitoring service

EcoCare can reduce facility energy use 25% and improve operational efficiency 30%, the company claims.

By Joe Burns • June 5, 2026

Organizations not investing enough in workplace optimization despite knowing its value: ISS, JLL

Instead, they’re prioritizing cost reductions, even though spending on space optimization tools can lower long-term operating outlays and provide value, reports say. 

By Joe Burns • June 1, 2026

Google, Blackstone back AI infrastructure venture to support data center demand

The venture expects to bring 500 MW of computing capacity online by 2027.

By Lamar Johnson • May 21, 2026

Is the push for tighter school security at odds with student well-being?

As staffing shortages and resource limitations push districts to harden their security systems, schools should be mindful of the harm these systems can pose, says a researcher at the Learning Policy Institute.

By Joe Burns • May 13, 2026

Amazon, Transaera deal highlights new focus on desiccant-based humidity control for energy efficiency

Building operators are looking for ways to lower energy costs while improving air quality. Numerous companies are using humidity control to meet that demand.

By Joe Burns • May 12, 2026

More data centers will opt for connected chiller service: Johnson Controls

Issues around security and data control are getting resolved, opening the door for operators to get the benefits of connected service, a company executive says. 

By Robert Freedman • May 6, 2026

Schneider-AMS partnership aims for faster, more impactful microgrid deployment

American Microgrid Solutions will use Schneider’s EcoStruxure technology to help facilities launch backup power during outages, the companies say.

By Joe Burns • May 5, 2026

The hidden cost on your budget: Why inaccurate asset data is costing you more than you realize

Incomplete asset data drives higher costs, hidden risks and poor decisions. See how fixing your data foundation can change everything.

By Chris Revell • May 4, 2026