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Green Roofs Add Color to Cities Nationwide
In urban areas, green space can be hard to find. That’s why designers are creating green roofs on top of commercial buildings. These living roofs have been used on top of hospitals, schools, restaurants and office spaces to add beauty while reducing energy-related costs.
Forward-thinking Strategies to Increase Energy Efficiency in Facilities
According to the Department of Energy, every year much of the energy the U.S.
Health & Wellness Tool Tracks Building Efficiency and Operations
Data capture technology has had a major impact on many industries in the past few years, and it is starting to shift the way we design and operate buildings. These shifts have some apparent benefits for improved energy performance, occupant health and overall building operational efficiencies.
Marin General Hospital Starts Construction on New Wing
GREENBRAE, Calif. — A hospital replacement project began at Marin General Hospital on July 28. The $535 million revamp will be complete in 2020 and will meet LEED Silver standards.
Starting Small with Energy Projects Yields Big Results
Improving energy efficiency in your building doesn’t require a huge investment. Even small building energy management projects can yield big results.
Energy Storage: The Facility Manager’s Newest Tool
Energy storage, often called the “holy grail” of energy, is regularly touted as a solution to fixing the aging power grid; a critical tool in increasing the spread of renewable energy; and a bridge between the needs of util
C.W. Driver Completes Net-Zero Construction of Alpine Library
ALPINE, Calif. — C.W. Driver Companies, based in Pasadena, Calif., has completed construction on one of San Diego County’s first Zero Net Energy (ZNE) buildings, the Alpine Library in Alpine. C.W.
USGBC Releases New Report for Industrial Facilities
NEW YORK — The USGBC has released a new report, LEED in Motion: Industrial Facilities. The full report includes examples of how and why industrial facilities can and should use LEED.
2016 Architizer A+Awards Winners Named
NEW YORK — The Architizer A+Awards, based in New York, is the largest awards program focused on promoting and celebrating the year’s best architecture and products.