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Deep DiveDecarbonization will require urgency, technology, investments in 2024
Facilities managers are turning to energy efficiency assessments and leveraging digital tools to navigate cost concerns and mounting pressure to reduce energy use and emissions, experts say.
By Nish Amarnath • Jan. 31, 2024 -
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Schneider Electric hit by ransomware attack against its sustainability business division
The attack directly affected the EcoStruxure Resource Advisor platform, which is used by more than 2,000 companies worldwide, the company said.
By David Jones • Jan. 30, 2024 -
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Exponential growth in the data center market is driving the need for more energy-intensive chips, leading operators to seek more power, improved cooling solutions and optimized designs that can boost efficiency and performance.
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Robin launches office utilization data tool for commercial real estate
Robin Building Network is available now, with Nordblom Co. as its first customer.
By S.L. Fuller • Jan. 30, 2024 -
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DOE invests $254M in industrial emission cuts, decarbonizing technologies
In addition to awarding $171 million to 49 projects, the U.S. Department of Energy announced that it is accepting applications for $83 million to cut emissions from hard-to-decarbonize industrial sectors.
By Nish Amarnath • Jan. 29, 2024 -
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Deep DiveHow facilities managers will navigate the return-to-office landscape in 2024
While hard data on occupancy can inform office right-sizing, soft data like employee preferences are becoming key to improving workplace occupancy and tenant satisfaction.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 29, 2024 -
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Decarbonization commitments to impact lease renewals amid growing supply gap: JLL
With an expected 75% unmet demand for low-carbon offices by 2030, organizations must leverage technology to act now, rather than waiting until next year, the firm’s 2024 outlook says.
By Nish Amarnath • Jan. 25, 2024 -
GridPoint to deploy smart building tech at nearly 2,500 Panda Express locations
The nationwide deployment, expected to result in a reportable emissions offset, follows a 200-store pilot which measured energy cost and CO2 emissions reductions.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 24, 2024 -
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Siemens, Heineken partner to cut the brewer’s carbon emissions 50% by 2025
Renewable energy-powered heat pumps will electrify Heineken’s heating and cooling, reducing reliance on fossil fuels at its breweries and malt houses, the companies say.
By Nish Amarnath • Jan. 24, 2024 -
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Honeywell launches Advance Control building management system
The platform works with a building’s existing wiring to increase operational efficiency and sustainability while protecting cybersecurity, the company says.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 23, 2024 -
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Comcast’s MachineQ partners with Laiier for less visible leak detection
Laiier’s low-profile product is “ideal” for guest-facing environments with “heavy foot traffic where discretion is paramount,” MachineQ’s head of product and strategy said.
By S.L. Fuller • Jan. 22, 2024 -
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CBRE takes over property management of Brookfield Properties’ US offices
The agreement will leverage CBRE’s growing list of operational technology capabilities, as the firm launches a new investor portfolio management service.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 22, 2024 -
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Healthcare facilities managers must adapt to outpatient focus, AI integration: JLL
Optimizing real estate portfolios and tackling workforce challenges are other priorities, according to the firm’s 2024 healthcare sector outlook.
By Nish Amarnath • Jan. 17, 2024 -
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Eptura leans into accessibility to stand out in crowded workplace management market
As tenants and operators scout for office utilization data, ESG initiatives are increasingly factoring into technology and real estate decisions.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 17, 2024 -
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New York City healthcare network completes first solar panel installation
The 55-kW installation could provide electricity during power outages in addition to cutting emissions and offsetting energy costs, the city provider says.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 16, 2024 -
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BrainBox AI joins AWS Partner Network to push AI-driven building solutions
The company’s move precedes the release of its generative AI solution aimed at automating and streamlining facility operations for building operators.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 12, 2024 -
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Amazon brings cashierless tech to hospitals
After opening automated stores on college campuses and in sports stadiums, the tech giant is moving into healthcare facilities.
By James Pothen • Jan. 11, 2024 -
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Honeywell to add Analog Devices technology to its building management systems
ADI’s technology will improve Honeywell BMS connectivity while using existing building wiring and increase the product’s flexibility, the companies said.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 11, 2024 -
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Carrier will commercialize ‘transformational’ AirJoule HVAC system from Montana Technologies
The agreement will potentially give Carrier exclusive rights to commercialize the technology across HVAC systems in the Americas for three years.
By Nish Amarnath • Jan. 10, 2024 -
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6 facilities management trends to watch in 2024
Facilities managers are turning to technology and automation to help address commercial real estate challenges, including decarbonization, office space optimization and skilled labor shortages.
By Nish Amarnath , Joe Burns • Jan. 10, 2024 -
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4 more manufacturers advance in DOE’s cold climate heat pump challenge
Bosch, Daikin, Midea and Johnson Controls will join Lennox International, Carrier, Trane Technologies and Rheem in the next phase of the challenge.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 9, 2024 -
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Modine expects liquid cooling IP purchase to drive data center market growth
The firm said the acquisition positions it to capture a share in the rapidly evolving data center liquid cooling market.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 4, 2024 -
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Trends that will define facilities management in 2024: 12 predictions
Net-zero goals, AI-driven automation, predictive maintenance and office right-sizing are some of what industry participants expect in the new year.
By the Facilities Dive Team • Jan. 2, 2024 -
Johnson Controls’ HVAC and controls segment drives North America sales
The firm said its building solutions business increased orders 6% since the first fiscal quarter of 2023, with its backlog growing 11% year over year to $8.4 billion.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 1, 2024 -
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Organizations plan to cut, optimize space to accommodate hybrid work
Sensor and network connectivity data is informing decisions on office space and collaborative work needs, according to CBRE.
By Joe Burns • Dec. 21, 2023 -
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MarginPoint’s new CMMS platform highlights demand for maintenance tech
As operators shift to proactive maintenance models, tech firms continue to develop and launch asset health and management solutions.
By Joe Burns • Dec. 20, 2023
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