Higher ed campuses update health, wellness, accessibility amenities

Many colleges and universities are investing in facilities that promote overall well-being, including new fitness centers, mental health spaces and student support areas.

Election 2024: Harris, Trump present ‘diametrically opposed’ views on ESG

A Harris administration would support proposed SEC climate disclosure rules for corporations, while “Trump would roll back the rules,” according to Morningstar Indexes’ head of ESG strategy.

Modine’s data center sales soared 102% year over year in fiscal 2025 Q2

The company is focused on meeting demand for high-performance chillers from colocation and hyperscale customers, CEO Neil Brinker said.

EPA updates IAQ guidance with multi-layered ventilation, filtration strategy

Filtration improvements, HVAC upgrades and air cleaning technologies are some of the steps operators can take to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says.

Hotel labor disputes resolve in Boston, San Jose

Union workers in the two cities reached agreements with hotel employers to raise wages, but striking workers in San Francisco were arrested at a protest.

How the U.S. presidential candidates’ climate policy differences could impact building operators: report

Clean energy programs will likely expand under a Harris presidency, while a Trump win could mean deregulation, according to Climate X. Operators can future-proof their assets regardless of who wins, its CEO said.

SAP integrates Limble’s maintenance management system into its S/4HANA enterprise resource planning software

The integration gives S/4HANA users access to up-to-date spare parts inventory, vendors and purchase orders without manual data transfers, Limble says.

ENGIE strikes deal with Meta to supply 260 MW of solar

The project will supply power to a Meta data center in Temple, Texas. The power purchase agreement adds to "more than 12 GW of renewable energy procurement already announced by Meta," ENGIE said.

Schneider Electric’s North America growth drives Q3 revenue, led by energy management

The company’s North America revenue organically grew 15.1% year over year, to about $3.8 billion, on the back of organic 18.3% year-over-year growth in energy management, it says.

Trane’s backlog up 2.5x from historical levels in Q3, with 90% from commercial HVAC

The company’s commercial HVAC revenue grew nearly 20% year over year in the third quarter, led by strength in applied solutions and services. 

Beyond school colors: How college-town hotel amenities draw guests

As guest preferences change and higher education edges into an uncertain future, campus-adjacent hotels are getting creative to attract students, families and fans.

Air quality, energy efficiency can coexist, but require intentional decision-making

To reap the benefits of IAQ and energy efficiency measures, operators must focus on design, planning and verification of building systems, experts say. 

Corix district energy system launches in Bellingham, Washington, waterfront neighborhood

The system, which captures waste heat for districtwide heating and cooling, is expected to help the district meet Washington state energy code requirements, the Port of Bellingham says. 

Capital One arena owner partners with DC for $800M upgrade

Renovation efforts will include wider concourses, more elevators, a 65% expansion in concession space and a 30% increase in restrooms, Monumental Sports & Entertainment says.

JLL launches Falcon platform to advance AI use in commercial real estate

The platform will deliver the benefits of AI to JLL’s team members and clients, while providing the foundation needed to advance the company’s AI capabilities, Chief Technology Officer Yao Morin said.

Grid-interactive efficient building systems need robust cybersecurity measures, DOE says

Federal facilities managers must assess the potential risks of GEB systems and understand how they can affect the physical and data security of overarching systems where they are deployed, the U.S. Department of Energy says. 

7-Eleven to open over 600 stores under new design by 2027

The convenience retailer’s newest format, New Standard stores, will feature amenities such as in-store seating and electric vehicle charging stations, CEO Joseph DePinto said Thursday.

FAA awards nearly $1B for modernization efforts in 100+ airports

The funding aims to modernize aging terminals and ground transportation as U.S. airports face an estimated $151 billion in infrastructure needs through 2027.

DOE school program helps districts decarbonize, identify best practices

Benchmarking and retrofit implementation are among the categories in which school districts can apply for recognition as part of the Efficient and Healthy Schools program, the Energy Department says.

Hospitality industry reacts to hotel staffing requirements passed by New York City Council

A main concern for opponents of the Safe Hotels Act is its requirement that New York City hotels with over 100 rooms directly employ housekeeping and front desk staff, rather than using subcontractors.

Honeywell building automation offsets industrial automation decline in Q3

Honeywell’s backlog jumped 10% year over year, to $34 billion in the third quarter, led by its building automation segment and energy and sustainability solutions business, CFO Greg Lewis said.

Commercial heat pumps will benefit from tech developed for cold climate challenge, manufacturers say

After successful residential trials, heat pump technologies for temperatures as low as minus 15 degrees Fahrenheit are being optimized for use in commercial buildings, executives at Carrier and Lennox said.

New hotel staffing requirements passed by New York City Council

The legislation — condemned by national hotel owners associations, but applauded by local unions — requires large hotels to have a security guard for continuous on-property coverage when a room is occupied.

CBRE facilities management, leasing revenue surge in Q3

Despite organizations’ increasing focus on prime space, subprime office leasing activity also grew with return-to-office efforts, CEO Bob Sulentic said.

ABM to integrate Mainspring Energy’s power generation tool to strengthen EV charging solutions

Mainspring Energy’s Linear Generator can be quickly deployed at scale and would appeal to large fleet operators seeking cost-effective and sustainable EV charging infrastructure, ABM says.