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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.
By Nish Amarnath • Dec. 13, 2024 -
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FTC orders a building services contractor to end no-hire agreement
The company’s policy prevented workers from negotiating better wages, benefits and working conditions, the FTC said.
By Carolyn Crist • Dec. 11, 2024 -
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Schneider Electric tool helps hotels calculate building decarbonization ROI
Users can look at individual properties or an entire portfolio for cost estimates and compliance with local emissions laws. The company plans to roll the tool out for hotels “more widely” in 2025, an executive said.
By Noelle Mateer • Dec. 3, 2024 -
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Federal courthouse design changes could raise operations, maintenance costs: GAO report
The 2021 design updates could significantly raise the rent the judiciary and other tenant agencies must pay, the Government Accountability Office says.
By Nish Amarnath • Nov. 19, 2024 -
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DOL’s $35K overtime salary threshold back in effect
A federal judge ruled that the Department of Labor’s 2024 rule exceeded the agency’s authority and is unlawful.
By Ginger Christ • Nov. 19, 2024 -
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Schneider Electric investigating cyber intrusion after threat actor gains access to platform
Threat actors claim to have 75,000 unique name and email addresses from the incident, which marks Schneider Electric’s third cyber breach in less than two years.
By David Jones • Nov. 6, 2024 -
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.
By Jenna Walters • Oct. 28, 2024 -
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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.
By Jenna Walters • Oct. 25, 2024 -
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Four lessons from the CrowdStrike incident for facilities management
Redundant systems and robust contingency planning helped mitigate the outage’s operational impacts, Cushman & Wakefield and Facilitron executives said.
By Brian Martucci • Sept. 23, 2024 -
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2025 California energy code updates aim to drive heat pump adoption, save nearly $5B in energy costs
If approved, the new building energy efficiency standards are expected to drive 500,000 heat pump installations in the first three years, the California Energy Commission said.
By Nish Amarnath • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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White House calls for stronger labor standards across federal agencies
Agencies are directed to prioritize project labor agreements, voluntary union recognition and workforce development through registered apprenticeships.
By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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Retail workers hail New York’s new panic-button law
The law, which Gov. Kathy Hochul signed Thursday, mandates better lighting, adequate staffing, employee training and safety measures in stores. Key trade groups opposed the measure.
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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3 steps to mitigate wildfire effects on IAQ
Building occupancy, air filter inventory and measures to manage air intake and exhaust are among the factors to consider, experts say.
By Joe Burns • Sept. 9, 2024 -
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OSHA sets late December comment deadline for extreme heat standard
The agency’s proposed rule would require employers to develop heat injury and illness prevention plans, among other actions.
By Ryan Golden • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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What to know about BERDO, Boston’s building performance standards law
While many buildings already meet 2025 emissions limits, facility managers and owners should start planning now for how they’ll meet future requirements, city officials say.
By Joe Burns • Updated Aug. 29, 2024 -
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New York City releases Local Law 97 guide, updates to building categories
The first mandatory annual greenhouse gas emissions reports are due by May 1, 2025. Penalties for late filings start at $12,500 per month for a 25,000-square-foot building.
By Nish Amarnath • Aug. 22, 2024 -
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Judge strikes down FTC noncompete ban nationwide
The ruling comes just 15 days prior to the ban’s Sept. 4 effective date.
By Ryan Golden • Aug. 21, 2024 -
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Adidas America faces almost $400K in fines over warehouse safety violations
Safety hazards, such as an unsafe ladder and a lack of guardrails, found during a 2021 OSHA inspection of the facility were still not addressed during a January 2024 visit, the federal agency said.
By Cara Salpini • Aug. 20, 2024 -
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San Francisco passes ban on revenue management software in rental housing
The ordinance, which has not yet been enacted, imposes a penalty of up to $1,000 per unit per month.
By Mary Salmonsen • Aug. 16, 2024 -
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Overtime eligibility salary test questioned in wake of Chevron doctrine decision
Judges questioned whether the agency’s consideration of salary exceeds the authority delegated by Congress.
By Ryan Golden • Aug. 12, 2024 -
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SEC defends its authority for climate disclosure rule in court
Against allegations of overreach and unconstitutionality, the agency argues the rule provides necessary and consistent climate data and is within its regulatory scope.
By Lamar Johnson • Aug. 9, 2024 -
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GSA updates federal building standards in clean energy push
The latest P100 update, which applies to 300,000 federal buildings, mandates clean energy use in facilities, sets new benchmarks for efficiency and strengthens protections against unsafe labor practices.
By Nish Amarnath • Aug. 8, 2024 -
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OSHA’s proposed heat rule: It’s time to get HIIPP
Legal experts say regardless of whether the standard will be adopted, it’s a helpful tool and provides insight into the agency’s view of heat safety.
By Zachary Phillips • Aug. 1, 2024 -
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Bipartisan bill would strengthen EPA’s indoor air quality oversight
Despite the risks associated with poor indoor air quality, the agency does not have broad responsibility for monitoring IAQ in the same way it is authorized to do so for ambient air, a spokesperson for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said.
By Joe Burns • July 31, 2024 -
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Deep DiveHow OSHA’s proposed heat rule could impact manufacturers
Companies should prepare now to offer employees additional breaks and increased air conditioning as global temperatures continue to rise.
By Sara Samora • July 30, 2024
