Tag: sustainability

The Green Building Paradox: Are Energy-Efficient Buildings Hurting Indoor Connectivity?

By Craig Gillespie, Airtower Networks Nov 14, 2025 Design and Construction

Updated: Nov 14, 2025

Editor’s note: FM Perspectives are industry op-eds. The views expressed are the authors’ and do not necessarily reflect those of Facilities Management Advisor. For facilities managers, sustainability is no longer optional. Modern buildings are engineered to meet stringent energy-efficiency standards, using advanced materials and construction techniques to minimize heat loss and reduce carbon emissions. From low-emissivity (low-E) […]

Global Facilities Management Market Faces Major Challenges and Opportunities

By Joe Bebon, Editor Nov 12, 2025 Green Building

Updated: Nov 12, 2025

The facilities management (FM) industry continues to expand, with total global spend expected to exceed the $3 trillion mark in 2026—a figure comparable to the annual GDP of France, the world’s seventh-largest economy. However, the massive sector faces mounting pressure, according to a new report from JLL. The “Global State of Facilities Management Report 2025” […]

Strategic Energy Assessments: Turning Facilities into Profit and Power Assets

By Coryn DeGrands, Bureau Veritas Nov 4, 2025 Energy Management and Lighting

Updated: Nov 4, 2025

Today’s facilities managers are being asked to do more than maintain buildings—they’re being asked to manage energy like a balance sheet asset. Rising utility rates, aging infrastructure, and climate-driven disruptions have made it essential to look beyond efficiency toward operational resilience and financial performance. A strategic energy assessment is the gateway to achieving both. It […]

USGBC Opens LEED v5 Project Certification, Releases New Tools

By Joe Bebon, Editor Nov 4, 2025 Design and Construction

Updated: Nov 4, 2025

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), global developer of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards, has officially opened certification to its new LEED v5 rating system and announced additional tools and resources for program users. “Since releasing the rating system and launching LEED v5 registration earlier this year, we have seen interest in using […]

Global Coalition Launches to Standardize Green Building Materials

By Joe Bebon, Editor Oct 30, 2025 Design and Construction

Updated: Oct 30, 2025

Some of the world’s leading green building organizations have joined forces to harmonize how sustainable building products and materials are assessed. The Building Research Establishment (BRE), the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA), mindful MATERIALS, Living Future, the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced a new international partnership to create […]

Is Overlooking ‘Seismic Red Flags’ Putting Billions in Property Value at Risk?

By Kyle Tourjé, Alpha Structural Inc. Oct 29, 2025 Design and Construction

Updated: Oct 29, 2025

The statistics are undeniable: FEMA and the U.S. Geological Survey estimate an annual toll of over 6,000 injuries and 360 fatalities from earthquakes across the United States. California bears the brunt of this impact, shouldering over 60% of the nation’s earthquake-related injuries and fatalities. In addition, the state experiences $9.6 billion in economic losses every […]

Why the Smartest Supermarkets Are Rethinking Refrigeration First

By Jean-Marc Zola, Schneider Electric Oct 28, 2025 Energy Management and Lighting

Updated: Oct 28, 2025

Refrigeration is the lifeline of every supermarket, underpinning food safety, product shelf life, and regulatory compliance. However, it’s also one of the costliest line items, often causing the largest share of a store’s energy use. Behind every chilled aisle and frozen display case lies a constant, energy-intensive effort to keep perishable products safe, fresh, and […]

With Future of Sustainability Incentives Uncertain, EaaS Emerges as Potential Lifeline

By Bretton DeNomme, Ecosave Oct 24, 2025 Energy Management and Lighting

Updated: Oct 24, 2025

Editor’s note: FM Perspectives are industry op-eds. The views expressed are the authors’ and do not necessarily reflect those of Facilities Management Advisor. National power consumption is projected to set new records in both 2025 and 2026, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), surpassing an all-time high reached just last year. At the same time, […]

How Heat Pump RTU Upgrades Can Drive Smarter Energy Use in Commercial Facilities

By Vishal Patwari, Budderfly Oct 23, 2025 Design and Construction

Updated: Oct 23, 2025

Amid rising electricity costs and a volatile macroeconomic environment, facilities managers and commercial building owners across the United States are seeking reliable, energy-efficient solutions that consistently support both employees and customers. One increasingly popular strategy is the installation of high-efficiency heat pump rooftop units (RTUs) to reduce energy consumption and improve overall building performance. Heat […]

Metropolitan Museum of Art Launches $25M Energy-Efficient Lighting Project

By Joe Bebon, Editor Oct 16, 2025 Building Controls

Updated: Oct 16, 2025

The beauty of smart building upgrades will be on full display at one of the world’s largest and most famous art museums. Officials from the New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS), the New York Power Authority (NYPA), and The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) announced a nearly $25 million energy efficiency […]