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  Constellation NewEnergy, GSA ink $840M deal for emissions-free power to federal facilities

  The procurement agreement will involve supplying over 1 million megawatt hours of electricity annually over the course of a 10-year contract, the U.S. General Services Administration said.

  Sustainability

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  Office occupiers eye workplace experience improvement strategies to boost office attendance: CBRE

  While most companies pointed to a lack of mandated policies or enforcement as a barrier to increasing in-office attendance, “more is needed than just policies,” according to a report.

  Operations

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  This water filtration system reduces plastic waste in Chicago hotel

  The L7 Chicago by Lotte hotel fitted each guest room sink with a water filtration system to meet guest demand for wellness-focused and sustainable offerings.

  Sustainability

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  12 predictions for how facilities management will evolve in 2025

  Modular data centers, AI-driven building management systems, energy optimization, hybrid work adaptations and a continued demand for skilled workers are some of what industry participants expect in the new year.

  Technology

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  Skilled trades labor shortages persist. Here’s how some are responding.

  Amid a growing labor shortage, businesses and educators are rethinking how to attract and train the next generation of tradespeople.

  Labor

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  Walmart to miss 2025, 2030 emissions reduction targets

  The retail giant said it will miss its goals to reduce operational emissions because of challenges with energy policy and infrastructure, as well as technology availability.

  Sustainability

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  Trane Technologies agrees to acquire BrainBox AI

  The acquisition builds on a prior collaboration between both companies as Trane works to bolster its building management and emissions reduction capabilities. 

  Corporate/Finance

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  Caddis Cloud Solutions, Mission Critical Group partner on data center power solutions

  The partnership will streamline design and deployment while reducing equipment lead times and improving energy efficiency, Mission Critical Group’s CEO said.

  Technology

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  White House targets 61-66% GHG reductions by 2035

  “Broad participation in the development, implementation, and evaluation of emissions reduction measures will play an important role in reaching the target,” the White House stated.

  Sustainability

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  Mojave works to scale its dehumidification-driven commercial AC technology

  The company is currently working with the DOE to pilot and test its system, which uses techniques the agency says will result in “exceptional energy efficiency,” in air conditioning. 

  Technology

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  Nostromo Energy receives $305M conditional commitment from DOE for thermal energy storage system

  If finalized, the loan will support up to 193 IceBrick installations in commercial buildings across California, scaling the ice-based system’s integration with virtual power plants, the company says.

  Sustainability

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  Proposed Trump tariffs threaten school facility budgets and project plans, experts warn

  When schools have to delay maintenance projects, costs can rise in the long run if emergency repairs are needed, a school business official said.   

  Operations

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  ASHRAE releases guidance to mitigate smoke’s IAQ impacts, updates HVAC testing protocols

  Facilities managers and building operators can use the new guidance along with existing procedures, like Guideline 36, to automate their systems and improve efficiency, experts say.

  Operations

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  Intersect Power, Google, TPG partner on up to $20B renewable energy push for data centers

  Intersect Power will develop “powered land” that allows Google-anchored data centers to run most of the time on carbon-free electricity produced nearby, its founder and CEO said.

  Sustainability

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  SAP adds carbon-tracking solution to its cloud-based ERP toolkit

  The Green Ledger tool tracks and accounts for emissions across business units, the technology company said Monday.

  Technology

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  Firms leverage AI to bolster camera capabilities

  By integrating AI and machine learning with digital twins and heat sensor technology, firms are enhancing security, occupancy tracking and operational insights, while trying to ensure privacy protection.

  Technology

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  HVAC coating boosts energy efficiency in 36 Verizon urban data centers, saving $1.28M annually

  The coating, which is applied to HVAC condenser coils, could save these data centers an additional $16 million over the next decade, Ener.co says.   

  Sustainability

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  Climate resilience top of mind for Denver as it plans to revamp landscaping rules

  Facing prolonged drought and heat, Denver plans rules that may require native grasses, shrubs and trees in new development and some redevelopment projects.

  Development

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  Prime, subprime space divide set to widen in 2025: CBRE

  The vacancy rate in prime buildings is expected to reach pre-pandemic levels by 2027, while cost-conscious tenants will drive demand for available Class B and C space, according to the firm’s 2025 outlook.

  Development

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  Trane, Northern Illinois University partner for energy infrastructure improvements

  The upgrades, which include LED lighting, EV charging stations and solar photovoltaic installations, can cut greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption by 11% and over 26%, respectively, Trane Technologies says.

  Sustainability

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  California to ease enforcement action on climate rules for first year of reporting

  The California Air Resources Board said it would “not take enforcement action” on companies subject to Senate Bill 253 for incomplete reporting during the first reporting cycle due 2026.

  Operations

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  92% of large NYC buildings meet 2024 carbon emission limits: report

  Site energy use in buildings over 25,000 square feet dropped for the fifth year in a row, with 50% of office buildings set to meet Local Law 97’s stricter 2030 targets, the Urban Green Council says.

  Compliance

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  HVAC, building decarbonization added to FutureReadyNYC school training program

  The initiative would provide work-based learning and apprenticeship opportunities at 135 high schools with about 15,000 students, Mayor Eric Adams’ administration said.

  Labor

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  1 in 3 companies are enforcing RTO due to office leases, report finds

  As lease agreements come up for renewal, some leaders may reconsider how their work arrangements fit with their space needs.

  Operations

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  Life science firms reevaluate portfolios amid new operational strategies

  JLL expects increased outsourcing of life sciences operations, with technological advancements being used to facilitate new research and development and laboratory design. 

  Development

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