C&W Services’ Life Science SVP: Labor consistency more important than dollar increase in wages

Chisolm recently assumed a leadership role at Cushman & Wakefield Services to drive the development of the firm’s life sciences portfolio.

By Joe Burns • July 13, 2023

GSA selects nZero to track carbon emissions across its federal building portfolio

The company will provide real-time carbon management and accounting to help the federal government test novel and historical sustainability-focused building technologies.

By Joe Burns • July 12, 2023

Colorado Clean Energy Fund launches low-interest financing for commercial LED upgrades

The 3.45% interest rate financing, part of a partnership with the National Energy Improvement Fund, aims to entice commercial entities to upgrade their lighting systems.

By Joe Burns • July 11, 2023

Emcor bolsters energy efficiency operations with ECM acquisition

The transaction brings specialized retrofit services and $60 million in estimated 2023 revenue to the engineering and construction company.

By Joe Burns • July 7, 2023

California clears path for safe conversion of underused commercial buildings

The California Building Standards Commission’s vote to amend existing building code allows multiple compliance paths for adaptive reuse.

By Nish Amarnath • July 6, 2023

JLL leans into collaborative owner, tenant relationships to decarbonize office portfolio

The firm’s sustainability report found that due diligence was vital to gathering usage data, driving building sustainability efforts and earning green certifications.

By Joe Burns • July 6, 2023

Gen Z values education — but doesn’t think a four-year degree is the only option

A new survey found that high school students are weighing the time investment college requires as seriously as the financial investment.

By Laura Spitalniak • July 5, 2023

JLL takes over operations, facilities management of Javits Federal Building Complex

The contract for the NYC building highlights a changing landscape for government operators.

By Joe Burns • June 29, 2023

Regulations, building layouts impede office conversion projects

Even as Congress faces pressure to overhaul outdated permitting processes, builders, architects and property owners cite complex zoning laws as barriers to converting existing office space to residential and other uses.

By Nish Amarnath • June 28, 2023

Accruent, ServiceChannel to launch integrated workplace management software

Both companies are under tech conglomerate Fortive, and bring real estate and energy management, as well as asset monitoring to the system.

By Joe Burns • June 28, 2023

Hawai’i looks to tackle equity considerations of siting energy infrastructure as part of new docket

The state has some of the highest electricity rates in the country, and regulators opened a docket in December focused on ensuring more equity in its energy landscape. 

By Kavya Balaraman • June 28, 2023

Despite challenges, real estate pros are optimistic

After hitting rock bottom, industry sentiment is on the rise again despite fears of a mild recession.

By Mary Salmonsen • June 27, 2023

San Francisco invites proposals for adaptive reuse commercial building projects

The city’s initiative to repurpose underused downtown commercial space solidifies legislation passed last week to simplify commercial building conversion processes.

By Nish Amarnath • June 27, 2023

US will need to triple retrofit rate to meet decarbonization targets: JLL

The report urges building owners and occupiers to strengthen their relationships, upskill the labor force and electrify major building systems to avoid a “brown discount” on lease negotiations.

By Joe Burns • June 23, 2023

KPG secures $50M to convert NYC building into luxury office space

The Crosby, which is expected to debut early next year in SoHo, will feature open workstations and private conference rooms.

By Joe Burns • June 21, 2023

City Wide opens 5th New Jersey location

The expansion points to the growth of a franchise model for facilities management as companies face labor shortages.

By Joe Burns • June 20, 2023

Matterport unveils generative AI initiative

The digital twin provider’s new technology targets potential energy reductions and aims to identify health and safety risks.

By Joe Burns • June 15, 2023

Amazon to demolish 9 Virginia office buildings to make way for data centers

The tech giant and other firms are evaluating ways to transform vacant office space for new uses.

By Sebastian Obando • June 14, 2023

New York City Housing Authority says heating system improvements reduced outages by 9%

The infrastructure upgrades were part of the city’s sustainability agenda, which includes over $360 million in energy-efficiency projects.

By Joe Burns • June 12, 2023

DHL relocates e-commerce facility to Kansas City, adds automation

The $18 million investment is expected to help increase throughput with two automated parcel sorters.

By Alejandra Carranza • June 12, 2023

Colorado releases new statewide building energy codes

The standards, set to take effect July 1, will require local municipalities to meet minimum requirements, including electric vehicle and solar panel compatibility.

By Joe Burns • June 7, 2023

UpCodes launches AI-powered building code tool

Copilot connects to the startup’s database, which is updated about 7,000 times a month, to provide current codes and specific building type parameters.

By Joe Burns • June 6, 2023

Johnson Controls inks 20-year energy savings contract for NRG Park upgrades

The sustainability project is expected to save $54 million, which will fund the sports complex’s improvements to HVAC equipment, building automation, lighting and water conservation.

By Joe Burns • June 5, 2023

7 trends shaping facilities management in 2023

Sustainability mandates, return-to-office and IoT growth have facilities leaders leaning on tech and outsourcing to meet budgets and streamline operations.

By Joe Burns , Shaun Lucas • June 5, 2023

MassBio to launch upskilling hub for life science facility service roles

The nonprofit will operate training centers to alleviate labor concerns affecting several lab operations roles, including facilities management.

By Joe Burns • June 2, 2023