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Office space demand has grown year over year for 6 consecutive months, VTS reports
It’s too soon to say the tide of demand has turned for the long term, but leasing activity is expected to increase this year, a VTS executive said.
By S.L. Fuller • Feb. 14, 2024 -
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Scenera, S&I seek to replicate facilities management platform model from South Korea in the US
The effort builds on the success of case studies in South Korea, where a retailer garnered roughly 10% in energy savings and cut maintenance costs by 17%, Scenera’s CEO says.
By Nish Amarnath • Feb. 13, 2024 -
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Exponential growth in the data center market is driving the need for more energy-intensive chips, leading operators to seek more power, improved cooling solutions and optimized designs that can boost efficiency and performance.
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Washington, DC, readies tax abatement program for commercial-to-residential conversions
The incentive provides property owners up to $2.5 million for each fiscal year from 2024 through 2026 through a provision that a local attorney describes as “critical to the lifeblood of the city.”
By Nish Amarnath • Feb. 12, 2024 -
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58% of top office leases were renewals in 2023: CBRE
The firm says the majority of these renewals came in the Mid-Atlantic region, attributing these commitments to lower office utilization-driven resizing.
By Joe Burns • Feb. 9, 2024 -
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Honeywell to upgrade building management system used by NBA’s Atlanta Hawks
As part of the multiyear agreement, locker rooms and fan clubs will have air filtration systems, and specialized sensors will be deployed to monitor indoor air quality, Honeywell says.
By Joe Burns • Feb. 7, 2024 -
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Butlr expands privacy-driven heat sensor technology to healthcare
The MIT Media Lab spinoff says its opt-in generative AI models can provide building efficiency and utilization insights, without capturing any personally identifiable information.
By Joe Burns • Feb. 6, 2024 -
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New York City to pilot automated collection of large containers for high-density buildings
Department of Sanitation Commissioner Jessica Tisch described this as the biggest advance for local waste collection technology in decades, as the city continues its push toward containerization.
By Cole Rosengren • Feb. 5, 2024 -
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CBRE to buy facilities services firm for up to $1.05B
J&J Worldwide is projected to generate more than $525 million in revenue this year. The deal will help CBRE expand its government client base, the real estate services firm’s CEO says.
By Nish Amarnath • Feb. 5, 2024 -
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Data centers turn to new on-site power generation, higher rack density: JLL
Operators will need to manage higher power densities by employing intelligent management and monitoring software that fuel efficiency, according to the firm’s global outlook for data centers.
By Joe Burns • Feb. 1, 2024 -
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Facilities management in 2024: More high-tech, sustainable operations but RTO concerns remain
The industry is integrating technology into building operations to balance cost effectiveness, space planning and sustainability.
By Facilities Dive staff • Jan. 31, 2024 -
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Employers rethink the office, eyeing flexible spaces and short-term leases
Adding more unassigned desks, collaborative workspaces and enhanced digital conference areas that connect remote and in-office workers is a focal point for a majority of companies surveyed, a new report finds.
By Carolyn Crist • Jan. 31, 2024 -
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Deep DiveReturn-to-office traffic is fueling a catering boom in 2024
Office catering is on the rise as employers use food to incentivize employees to come into the workplace, said Alison Quinn, Dinova CEO.
By Julie Littman • Jan. 29, 2024 -
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Deep DiveHow facilities managers will navigate the return-to-office landscape in 2024
While hard data on occupancy can inform office right-sizing, soft data like employee preferences are becoming key to improving workplace occupancy and tenant satisfaction.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 29, 2024 -
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Google, Danfoss partner on data center heat reuse systems
The agreement, which includes plans to implement high-efficiency compressors, is expected to provide a renewable energy source for buildings’ on-site heat.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 25, 2024 -
GridPoint to deploy smart building tech at nearly 2,500 Panda Express locations
The nationwide deployment, expected to result in a reportable emissions offset, follows a 200-store pilot which measured energy cost and CO2 emissions reductions.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 24, 2024 -
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Honeywell launches Advance Control building management system
The platform works with a building’s existing wiring to increase operational efficiency and sustainability while protecting cybersecurity, the company says.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 23, 2024 -
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Q&AConstruction firm exec sees growth in office conversion market
Adolfson & Peterson’s Will Pender says the firm is seeing a record demand for projects that transform vacant workspaces into housing.
By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 23, 2024 -
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Comcast’s MachineQ partners with Laiier for less visible leak detection
Laiier’s low-profile product is “ideal” for guest-facing environments with “heavy foot traffic where discretion is paramount,” MachineQ’s head of product and strategy said.
By S.L. Fuller • Jan. 22, 2024 -
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CBRE takes over property management of Brookfield Properties’ US offices
The agreement will leverage CBRE’s growing list of operational technology capabilities, as the firm launches a new investor portfolio management service.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 22, 2024 -
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Life sciences will be driven by tenant-favorable markets, automation: JLL
Organizations are also set to focus more on implementing sustainable energy alternatives to power their operations, according to a 2024 trends report.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 19, 2024 -
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ASHRAE updates energy efficiency standard for existing buildings
The 2024 edition of Standard 100 contains new metrics for setting emissions targets and a “simple” compliance mechanism for energy efficient and low-emission buildings, it says.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 18, 2024 -
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Healthcare facilities managers must adapt to outpatient focus, AI integration: JLL
Optimizing real estate portfolios and tackling workforce challenges are other priorities, according to the firm’s 2024 healthcare sector outlook.
By Nish Amarnath • Jan. 17, 2024 -
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New York City healthcare network completes first solar panel installation
The 55-kW installation could provide electricity during power outages in addition to cutting emissions and offsetting energy costs, the city provider says.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 16, 2024 -
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BrainBox AI joins AWS Partner Network to push AI-driven building solutions
The company’s move precedes the release of its generative AI solution aimed at automating and streamlining facility operations for building operators.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 12, 2024 -
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Amazon brings cashierless tech to hospitals
After opening automated stores on college campuses and in sports stadiums, the tech giant is moving into healthcare facilities.
By James Pothen • Jan. 11, 2024
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