Tag: ESG

What Facilities and Fleet Managers Need to Know About CNG

For organizations managing large-scale facilities and vehicle fleets, including those in manufacturing, logistics, and municipal operations, every effort to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and support sustainability goals can make a meaningful difference. That’s especially true when it comes to fueling the vehicles that keep operations running smoothly. Business owners, fleet managers, and drivers seeking greater […]

Unlocking Long-Term Savings, Efficiency Through Smart Waste Practices

As sustainability becomes a vital component of facilities management, it’s essential to view waste management strategies not just as a responsibility but as a valuable pathway to achieving immediate cost savings and long-term operational efficiency. By transforming waste practices from reactive measures to proactive investments, facilities managers can significantly enhance their operational performance, create a […]

How Solar Can Optimize Costs and Sustainability for Food and Beverage Facilities

In the food and beverage industry, facilities managers face the daunting task of balancing tight profit margins with the need to deliver high-quality, sustainable, and affordable products. For food processors, the net profit margin is just 6.01%, while beverage companies have a net profit margin between 9.29% and 14.07%. Rising energy prices, evolving consumer demands, […]

EaaS and Microgrids: A Game-Changer for Retailers Facing Rising Energy Costs

The average roof of a large retail store like Walmart spans a massive 180,000 square feet—roughly the size of three football fields. There are over 100,000 superstores in the U.S. with nearly 7.2 billion combined square feet of rooftop space, equivalent to the entire city of El Paso, Texas. According to an Environment America study, […]

Practical Steps to Reduce Carbon Footprint and Meet Sustainability Goals

According to a 2023 report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), industries account for 24% of global CO₂ emissions, highlighting the critical role operations and maintenance teams must play in reducing environmental impact. As global concerns about climate change grow, businesses are under increasing pressure from regulators, stakeholders, and consumers to show their commitment to […]

Report Suggests ‘Urgent Need’ to Rethink Workplace Safety

Over half of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) leaders report injury frequency (53%) and severity (51%) have either remained stagnant or worsened over the past year, according to Benchmark Gensuite’s 2025 EHS Benchmarking report. Based on a survey of over 100 EHS professionals across multiple industries, the report highlights persistent challenges—such as workforce turnover, insufficient training, […]

Leveraging Data for ESG Success: Critical Steps Toward Net-Zero Emissions

In 2022, the Biden administration announced the first Federal Building Performance Standard, a set of steps aimed at reducing energy consumption and electrifying equipment and appliances in federal buildings by 2030. While this plan represents significant strides toward sustainability, the path to carbon neutrality remains less defined. As climate change drives devastating global risks, including […]

GSA Signs Historic Energy Contract for Federal Facilities

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced a historic long-term purchase of electricity, including carbon-pollution-free electricity (CFE), from Constellation New Energy Inc. The deal marks the GSA’s first long-term, multi-agency purchase of electricity and aims to increase resilience and reliability for federal agencies while protecting against price increases. With a focus on new nuclear power, […]

The Rise of Commercial Building Electrification

Demand for commercial building electrification has been growing over the past decade as organizations aim to reduce their carbon footprint and become more energy efficient. By electrifying systems such as HVAC, water heating, and cooking, building owners and organizations have been able to achieve benefits such as increased energy efficiency, reduced carbon emissions, and safer […]