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Feds Aim for Net Zero in Facilities

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Better Buildings Initiative is a Decarbonization Partner for Facilities Managers

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Michigan Central Station Merges Energy Efficiency and History

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Supreme Court Rules to Allow EPA to Enforce Greenhouse Gas Reductions

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DOE Grants Target Cities' Green Efforts

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How Morehouse College Reduced Energy Consumption by 30 Percent

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C-Suite to Prioritize Sustainable Initiatives

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Lighting Controls: Achieving Energy Efficiency and Visual Comfort

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The ROI of Retrofitting: 5 Long-Term Benefits

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Data Centers' Consumption of Water Remains High

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How Solar Energy Saves Schools Money and Engages Students

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How Metal Roofs Improve Energy Efficiency and Longevity

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California Energy Code Updates Aim to Save Energy Costs

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More K-12 School Districts Leaning on Solar Energy

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Rightsizing Dumpsters with Sonar Technology

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Cyxtera's Data Center Upgraded Control System for Efficiency and Savings

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DOE Awards $66 Million in Grants

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ASHRAE Rolls Out Data Center Resource

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Renovations Boost NBA’s Hawks’ Stadium

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Optimizing Smart Restrooms: Power, Connectivity, and Budget Insights

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Sustainable Roofing Strategies

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New York City Facilities Pledge to Cut Energy Consumption

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The Impact of Water Heaters on Energy Efficiency

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Water Heaters’ Role in Sustainable Operations

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Cool Roof Coating Project Aids in Energy Savings

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What Exactly is a Zero Emissions Building?

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3 Steps to Decarbonize Buildings

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Department of Energy Names Top Sustainable and Healthy Schools

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Wisconsin School Pursues Net-Zero Operations

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The 1970's Energy Crisis Shined a Spotlight on Facility Management

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Updated ASHRAE Standard Focuses on Carbon Emissions

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5 Steps to Decarbonize Facilities

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GSA Issues Guidance on LEDs and Controls

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Smart Lighting Offers Major Benefits

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3 Energy Efficiency Resources for K-12 Facility Managers

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Allegiant Stadium Reaches 100 Percent Renewable Energy

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How Can PACE Help Finance Energy Efficiency Projects?

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Facilities Support Industry Continues to Soar

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Federal Facilities Get $104 Million for Energy Efficiency

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Is Interest in LEED Certification Declining?

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Yale Software Predicts Maintenance Problems

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ABM Initiates Energy Performance Contracting Program with Orange County Public Schools

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Detroit Adopts Energy and Water Benchmarking Policy for All Buildings

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For Data Center Construction, Location Matters

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Biggest Challenges Facing Sustainable and Healthy Buildings

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The Benefits and Challenges of Facility Electrification

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New York Soccer Team Seeks to Play in City's First All-Electric Stadium

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The Future of Green Building and Wellness

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EPA Launches Data Explorer to Help Cut Building Emissions

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Future-Proofing the Energy Efficiency of New LED Lighting

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How to Convert a Commercial Office Building to Net-Zero Energy

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Department of Energy to Spend $3.46 Billion on Grid Upgrades

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Building Performance Standards: A 'Paradigm Shift' for Facilities

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Cutting Operational Costs through All-Electric, High Performance Buildings

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Atlas Products Used in Studio 804's LEED Platinum Build Project

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How Do We Create Regenerative Buildings?

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What Steps Should Facility Managers Take to Decarbonize?

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Rochester, Minnesota to Invest in Geothermal Energy

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Biden Administration Announces $46 Million for Decarbonization Projects

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New Amazon Headquarters Catches Attention of LEED Officials

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From IAQ to Energy Efficiency: HVAC Upgrades Post-Pandemic

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University of Pittsburgh Implements SolarEdge DC Solar Installations

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Tennessee Valley Authority Stepping up its Solar Power Game

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Navigating Funding Sources for Alternative Energy Projects

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Denver Public Schools Embraces Net-Zero Plan

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How to Take a LEED Role in Building Green

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Scottsdale Implements International Green Construction Code

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ESCO Relationship Benefits Service Company, Facilities

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Department of Energy Announces $90 Million to Update Energy Codes

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Small New York City at Forefront of Decarbonization Push

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K-12 School Districts Selected for Renew America's Schools Grant Money

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The Future of Buildings is Net-Zero Energy

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3 Ways To Increase Chiller Efficiency

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New York State Program Offers Rewards for Electrification Programs

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What You Need to Know about Building Performance Standards

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Boiler Upgrade Provides Atlanta Convention Center With World-Class Energy Efficiency

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Insulation Issues: The Search for Savings

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ASHRAE Standard Addresses Zero Net Energy

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Could Electric Vehicles Help Power Your Building?

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Understanding the Benefits of Virtual Power Plants

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Available Grants, Tax Incentives for Commercial Buildings

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4 Considerations for Installing Electric Vehicles Chargers at Commercial Sites

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Impact of ASHRAE 90.1 Standard Changes

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Energy Management System Improves Convention Center Efficiency

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New SmartWatt Boiler Installed at Wesleyan University

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What is the Green Globes Certification and How Can it Benefit Facilities?

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International Code Council Publishes New Resource Guide

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Myths and Misconceptions Surrounding Electric Utility Vehicles

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Smart Windows Offer Modern Solution for Middle Tennessee State University

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What Is the Inflation Reduction Act and How to Use it for Energy Projects?

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Enthusiasm over Electric Vehicle Fleets isn't Universal

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ASHRAE Releases Latest Version of Standard 90.1-2022

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Making the Move to Electric Utility Vehicles

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School Struggles to Turn Out the Lights

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New LEED Updates Focus on Energy Efficiency, Emissions Reductions

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Why Assessing Pump Systems Matter

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Biden Administration Announces Federal Building Performance Standard

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ICC Guide Targets Energy Storage Systems

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Bring Your Buildings Back With Retro Commissioning

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3 Elements of Roofing Sustainability

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California Ranks First in Energy-Efficiency Policies

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5 Tips to Prepare Your HVAC for Winter

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Building in Australia Shows Value of Refurbishing over Rebuilding

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4 Ways to Finance Energy Efficiency and Renewables

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Sustainable Initiatives Can Help Future-Proof Buildings

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Sustainable Buildings Go Beyond Just Environmental Benefits

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New York City Pledges $4 Billion to Electrify Schools

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Heat Pump Market to Hit $118 Billion by 2030

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Berkeley Lab Group Targets Energy Storage

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DOE Recognizes Lighting Technology Adopters

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USGBC Announces Proposed Updates to LEED

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ESCOs Pave Pathway to Savings

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What You Need to Know About Community Solar

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Life Time Athletic Club Chain Establishes Energy Efficiency Standards Across its Locations

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Specific WELL Building Solutions for Higher Education

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Beyond Efficiency: Understanding the Occupant-Focused Benefits of Daylighting

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Evaluate Real Facility Change During Zero Emissions Day

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Why Facilities Managers Should Care About Net Zero

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Wendy's Franchisee Reaches Water, Energy Efficiency Goals

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What to Look Out for When Upgrading Windows

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Inflation Reduction Act Expands Energy Efficiency Tax Deductions

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5 Commissioning Questions for Return-to-Office Energy Efficiency

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New Jersey Commits $45 Million for Electric School Buses

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How to Make Modernization Projects Profitable and Sustainable

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Are Your Occupants Stealing Electricity by Charging Cell Phones?

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Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Through Targeted Renovations

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Utility Demand-Response Programs Heat Up

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Whole Foods Tops Energy Efficiency Goal Two Years Early

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Research Team Explores Idea of Solar Windows

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How LEED Tackles Climate Change

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Define, Measure, Reduce: How Buildings Go Carbon Neutral

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Louisville Recognizes Energy-Efficient Facilities

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How a Wisconsin Elementary School Achieved Net Zero Status

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What You Need to Know About Building Performance Standards

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New York City Facilities Participate in Demand Response Program

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Bitcoin Miners Shut Down Amidst Texas Heatwave 

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Honolulu Passes Energy Benchmarking Ordinance

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The IDS Center Awarded Green Globes Certification

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US Ranks Low in Green Future Index

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On the Path to Net-Zero Energy

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Green Globes Certified Space Tops 500 Million Square Feet

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Despite Supreme Court Ruling, Utilities Expected to Still Steer from Coal

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Life Time Inc. Surpasses Energy Goal

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New Jersey School District Becomes Net Zero, Installs Energy Saving Solutions

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LEED Zero Certifications Reach 23 Million Square Feet

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Smart Pumps Lead the Way to Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Goals

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Washington Becomes First State to Mandate Building Electrification

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Electricity Prices Expected to Spike This Summer

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LA Tops List of Energy Star Cities

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Why Clean Energy is Becoming a Viable Career Choice

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Biden Administrations Ramps Up Solar Support

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Washington D.C. Establishes Aggressive Carbon Emissions Goals

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LEED Zero Certifications Reach 23 Million Square Feet

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NEMA Standard Aims to Raise Accuracy of Submeters

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Are You Measuring Your Organization’s Scope 3 Emissions?

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Los Angeles Bans Gas Hookups in New Construction

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4 Steps to Performing a Successful Energy Assessment

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Propane Power Generators Help Prevent Blackouts, Cleaner Alternative

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Green Lease Leaders Awarded, Program Sees Record Expansion

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FEMA Aims to Boost Building Energy Efficiency, Resilience

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New Jersey Legislature Funds Electric Bus Pilot Program

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Improving Long-Term Energy Efficiency with Commissioning

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Case Study: Rooftop Solar Reduces Carbon Footprint for Windows Manufacturer

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Biden Administration Proposes New Energy Standards for Commercial Water Heaters 

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GSA Tops Greenhouse Gas Emissions Goal

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HVAC Industry Has Never Been More Essential

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How Facilities Should Prepare for the Rapid Growth of Electric Vehicles

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Strategies to Improve Elevator Energy Efficiency

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Building Safety, Sustainability Begin with Improved Building, Energy Codes

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DOE Program Seeks To Improve School Energy Performance

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Smart Energy: What Is Your Facility's Climate Contribution?

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Biden Administration Announces $500 Million in Grants for K-12 Energy Efficiency

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DOE Rolls Out Energy Requirements for Federal Facilities

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High-Performance Exteriors Provide Long-Term Energy Efficiency

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Wisconsin Elementary School Achieves Net-Zero Energy

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Federal Funding Law Aids Building Resilience, Energy Efficiency, Safety

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Net Positive Energy: One Facility's Success Story

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NEMA Standard Addresses Motor Energy Savings

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How to Create a Successful Living Building Challenge Project

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A New Resource to Understanding Advanced Building Controls

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Case Study: New Cooling Tower Improves Efficiency at Smithsonian Facility

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President Biden Touts Climate Change Mitigation in State of the Union

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How Integrated Controls Lead to Energy Savings

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5 Technology Trends That Will Dominate Facility Management in 2022

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Case Study: External Finishes Add New Dimension for High-Rise

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Building Performance Standards Coalition to Tackle Building Emissions

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This Is What A LEED Platinum Residence Hall Looks Like

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What You Need to Know About Economizers

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How to Implement a Successful Outsourcing Program

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How to Select the Right Cool Roof

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Pandemic Shines Spotlight on VRF

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How to Use the CRRC Database to Select Cool Roofs and Walls

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New Tools Help Simplify The Energy Modeling Process

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How to Design, Build, and Operate Greener Data Centers

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Researchers Push Thermal Energy Storage to Next Level

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Case Study: Airport Reduces Carbon Footprint with 3D Printed Lighting

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Princeton Goes Big in Bid for Net-Zero Campus

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How FM and IT Can Team Up for Green

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4 Simple Ways to Improve Building Energy Efficiency

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5 Steps to Solve the Puzzle of an Aging BAS

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Managing Data and Energy Use During the Pandemic

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GSA Outlines Move to Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings

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Killer Buildings? Study Reveals Facilities’ Impact on Human Health

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How VRF Helps Facilities Cut Utility Bills

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University’s New Campus Presents Unique FM Challenges

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Ventilation and Filtration: A Systemic Strategy for Healthier Buildings

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How Would You Build a Sustainable City From Scratch?

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8 Ways Data Centers Can Improve Energy Efficiency

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Sustainability Must Start with Energy Management

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Affordable Resilience With Propane Generators

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Managing Energy Demand Can Aid Move To Clean Energy

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Case Study: The Power of Data in Enabling a Carbon Neutral Campus

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Infrastructure Deal Passes Senate, Earns Mixed Reviews from Buildings Industry

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3 Best Practices for Going Solar

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Win-Win Outdoor Lighting for People and Environment

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Smart Building Software Market to Reach $20.5 Billion by 2027

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Passive Design Strategies Bring Huge Energy Savings

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Data Centers’ Use of Water, Electricity Faces Criticism

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Case Study: Radiant HVAC Helps University Meet Ambitious Energy Efficiency Goals

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How to Consider Energy in Planning, Design, and Construction

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3 Small Changes Lead to Big Gains in Climate Fight

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Higher Learning: Lessons in HVAC Efficiency

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Biden Administration Announces Accelerated Building Efficiency Efforts

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Paper Offers Advice to Biden Administration on Tackling Climate Change

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Understanding The Energy Efficiency Benefits of Metal Buildings

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Group Calls on Congress to Double Energy Star Funding

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How to Choose Energy Efficiency, Healthy Lighting

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LED Lighting Rebates Available For 74 Percent of the U.S.

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Are More Stringent Lighting Codes Adversely Affecting Building Security?

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Tax Incentives Can Jump Start Energy Efficiency Projects

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Pandemic Highlights Need to Revisit Operational Basics

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Biden Administration to Focus on Smart Buildings, Automation

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Biden Administration to Focus on Building Efficiency, Clean Energy

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For HVAC Efficiency, Reach Higher Than the Low-Hanging Fruit

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What Does Portfolio Manager Data Say About the Rise of Renewables?

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Operations and Maintenance Considerations for Peak Boiler Efficiency

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Tool for Maximizing Boiler and Water Heater Efficiency

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How to Reduce Energy Use in Legacy Data Centers

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Painting for Savings: Coating Offers Cooling Properties

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Case Study Shows HVAC Optimization Success

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For HVAC Optimization, High-Hanging Fruit Doesn't Have to Mean 'Expensive'

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Energy Reviews Reveal Hidden Inefficiencies

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How Hospitals Can Achieve Net-Zero Energy

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How to Get Retro-commissioning Right

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Think Fast: Learning Lessons from the Pandemic

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Closed, Slowly Reopening Facilities Offer New Opportunities for Efficiency

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4 Strategies for Cooling Efficiency in Existing Buildings

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5 Principles of Energy-Efficient Cooling Design

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Facility Energy Use Plunges During Coronavirus Pandemic

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How to Match Your Electricity Rate with Facility Usage

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Case Studies Illustrate Energy Bill Variables

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A Career Trajectory in Data Center Operations

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To Improve Energy Efficiency, Understand Your Electricity Bill

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Energy Efficiency in the Age of Coronavirus 

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3 Tips for Completing Tiered Utility Incentive Worksheets

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Understanding Today's Tiered Utility Incentives

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Boilers and Water Heaters: Spotlight on Safety

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Smart Specification of Boilers and Water Heaters

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Teamwork Essential for College's Energy Efficiency Increases

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Monitoring and Maintenance To Increase Boiler Efficiency

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Philadelphia Mandates Building Energy Tune-Ups

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Finding Efficiency: College Searches Campuses for Energy Opportunities

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Three Steps to Boiler Performance and Efficiency

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In New York City, Tough Rules Target Emissions from Large Buildings

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College Rethinks Maintenance, Embraces Energy Efficiency

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Building Energy Tax Incentives Extended For Three Years

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One K-12 District's Lessons and Benefits from Geothermal Systems

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FM's Role in Sustainable HVAC Planning

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Smart Building Use Case: Retail Facilities

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How to Get Staff Buy-In for Energy Efficiency

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New Trump Administration Rule Complicates Efficiency Standards

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Head of the Class: Specifying and Installing Geothermal Systems

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Green Increases Value of Old Office Buildings Up to $800,000

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Assemble an All-Star Project Team to Achieve Sustainable HVAC

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Smart Buildings Use Cases Show Many Benefits

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FM's Tenacity for Safety, Efficiency Brings Success

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Energy Positive Office Highlights 2020's Most Anticipated Buildings

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Good News on U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2019

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Sustainable HVAC: Plan Early and Often

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Head of the Class: Geothermal Delivers Savings

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Serious Fun: How a Hotel FM Makes Saving Energy Enjoyable

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EU Looks to Define Smart Buildings

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Expanded Opportunities for Higher Education Facility Upgrades

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Can Energy Models Help Healthcare Facilities Reduce Energy Use?

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Book Smart: A Look at Net Zero Energy Libraries

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Understanding System Specifics To Ensure Successful HVAC Upgrades

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NYC Buildings Will Be Required to Display Energy Grade

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Higher Education: HVAC Upgrades Drive Sustainability, Energy Efficiency

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Long-Term Strategic Plans Lead to Energy Efficiency Success

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Boilers and Water Heaters: Training Tactics

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ASHRAE 90.1 Update Pushes Building Efficiency Above and Beyond

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Climate Neutral: New Certification Helps Recognize Net Zero Carbon Companies

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Can Smartphones Drive Citywide Energy Efficiency?

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Boilers and Water Heaters: Maintenance Strategies

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Public School FM Makes Students His Top Priority

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Should FMs Take Responsibility for Healthy Communities? 

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Rebranding Facilities Management Could Help Attract Young Talent

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4 Steps to Selecting High-Performance HVAC

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Penn State Cuts Greenhouse Gas Emissions by One-Third

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NYC Map Shows Progress on Emissions

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How Retrocommissioning Leads to Long-Term Energy Efficiency

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NYC Law Aims to Cut Building Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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Troubleshooting Boilers and Water Heaters

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Are Cool Roofs Beneficial in Cold Climates?

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Boilers and Water Heaters: Energy-Efficiency Strategies

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Change Agent: Revamping Maintenance for Energy Efficiency, Productivity

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10 Keys to Monitoring-Based Commissioning Success

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How Cool Roofs Promote Energy Savings, Cooler Cities

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Using CFD Analysis to Prevent HVAC Equipment Oversizing

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Networked Lighting Controls Offer Benefits Beyond Energy Efficiency

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Vision Awards Recognize Building Product Excellence

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Cool Roofs Ease Urban Heat Island: Study

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World’s Tallest Passive House Building Planned in Vancouver

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How New Buildings Maximize Energy Savings

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Testing and ISO Standards Play Role in Utility Incentive Programs

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The New Age of Utility Energy Efficiency Incentive Programs

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How to Plan An LED Upgrade

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Take Advantage of HVAC Opportunities for Energy Efficiency

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How to Include Energy Efficiency in Roofing Selection

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Lighting is the Best Place to Start for Energy Efficiency

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Understanding New Utility Incentive Programs for Energy Efficiency

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Climate Change: Buildings Must Lead on Tackling Emissions Reductions

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Energy Games Offer Incentives for Energy Efficiency

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DOE Proposal Could Affect Product Efficiency Standards

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How to Plan and Scope an HVAC Upgrade

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California’s Solar Supply Exceeds Demand

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Long-Term Benefits of Smart Buildings

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Enhancements to Portfolio Manager Focused on Metrics

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Utility Energy Program Aids Wisconsin Brewery

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HVAC Upgrades Can Lead to Broader Replacement Opportunities

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Energy Star for Tenants Leads to Huge Efficiency

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Vanderbilt University Delivers Successful HVAC Upgrades

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Energy Star Enhancements for 2019

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LEED Recognized as U.S. Government's Preferred Rating System

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States Fight Lighting Efficiency Rollbacks With New Laws

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How to Find the Right Path to Big Energy Savings

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Questions to Ask for Successful Energy Planning

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First LEED Zero Building Certified

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Setting the Timeline for Long-Term Energy Planning

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Can Air Conditioners Help Save the World?

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Teaming Up for Long-Term Energy Efficiency

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Government Facilities Struggle to Implement Cybersecurity

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Air-Flow Management Strategies for Data Centers

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How to Plan for Long-Term Energy Efficiency

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How Gundersen Health System Achieved Energy Independence

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How Lighting Energy Efficiency Connects to Wellness

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How to Forge a Long-Term Relationship Between FMs and Designers

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How Green Buildings Impact The Environment

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4 Ways Facility Managers Can Celebrate Earth Day

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Integrated Design Is a Must for Net-Zero Energy Success

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Saving Energy Can Literally Save Lives Study Shows

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Creative Renewable Energy Projects Lead to Energy Independence

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EPA Honors Companies For Energy Efficiency Achievements

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Green New Deal Aims To Reduce Energy Use and Costs

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NFMT: K-12 Facilities Face Energy and Deferred Maintenance Challenges

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The Green New Deal and Reducing Building Emissions

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Chicago Could Get New Building Codes for First Time in 70 Years

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Princeton Library Renovates and Modernizes

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Why Are Green Leases on the Rise?

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New LEED Pilot Credit Rewards DC Power in Buildings

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How Green Leases Help Achieve Green Buildings

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Building Decarbonization: How To Make It Sexy

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Energy Star Leads to Lower Vacancy Rates: Study

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How To Develop a DIY Energy Information Systems

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Baseball Stadium Earns LEED Certification

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Energy Information Systems Provide Data Deep Dive

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NY Lays Out ‘Green New Deal’

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Building Energy Codes Boost Efficiency: Report

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Chicago Museums Weigh Sharing Energy Systems

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Hot Topics: 2018’s Most Popular Articles

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Steps To Overcome Obstacles To Networked Lighting Controls

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University Eyes Energy Efficiency in Existing Buildings

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Superconducting Wires To Bolster Chicago Grid Resilience

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Blue and Solar: Environmental Innovations In Roofing

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Networked Controls Add Big Savings To LEDs

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Trump Tower Among City’s Energy Hogs

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Innovations in Green Roofs Bring Benefits

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Solar Costs Less Than Coal, Natural Gas: Report

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LEED Recertification Available for LEED Projects

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Progress Has Been Made on Climate Change, But More Is Needed

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In the Year 2020: Emissions Reduction Goal Deadline Approaches

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From Chillers to Children: Variety Keeps FM Interesting

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3 Emerging "As-A-Service" Offerings for Facility Managers

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USGBC Launches LEED Zero Certification

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Free Guide Targets Daylighting Beyond California Standards

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20 Percent of City’s Buildings Inefficient

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Facility Managers Making Swift Progress on Energy Efficiency

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Passive House Standard Gains Momentum

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Energy Star Scores Have Changed: How FMs Are Responding

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Eye on Energy: Routine Maintenance Can Improve Efficiency

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How Passive House Leads to Net-Zero Energy

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State to Reward University Energy Efficiency Efforts

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Passive House: Cost and Certification Considerations

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Energy Efficiency Leads to Enhanced K-12 Learning Environment

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What’s New in LEED v4.1?

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Tips for Designing and Operating Solar Canopies

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Is the Passive House Standard Applicable to U.S. Climate Zones?

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New Tools Help Optimize Building-Grid Interaction, Tackle Climate Change

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Massachusetts, California Lead List of Energy-Efficient States

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Can We Fix Climate Change by 2030?

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Daylighting and LEDs Team Up to Meet Energy Efficiency Standards

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Passive House Standard Gains Ground in Commercial Building Market

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Daylighting Benefits: Cost Savings, Occupant Health and Wellness

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Building Internet of Things: Minor Challenges, Major Benefits

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How Buildings Are Tackling Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions

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Occupant Health and Wellness Takes Center Stage in Sustainable Design

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Building Internet of Things Makes Greener, Smarter Buildings

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TD Bank Continues Sustainability Success

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What are the Bottom-Line Benefits from Climate Action?

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Colocation Data Centers See Surge in Demand

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Continuing the Energy Efficiency Conversation

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Choosing the Right EMIS Option

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Smart Energy Analytics Campaign Uncovers Energy-Saving Opportunities

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3 Best Practices for Justifying Energy Efficiency

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U.S. City Earns LEED Certification

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How To Implement Monitoring-Based Commissioning

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How To Talk About Energy Efficiency in Financial Terms

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Tips for Evaluating Colocation Data Center Providers

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Energy Star Scores Updated This Week

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LEDs Remain Popular Option for Savings

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Net Zero Energy Buildings: How States Measure Up

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Energy-Efficiency Funding Shows Promise

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Net Zero Energy Buildings: The Future of Facilities

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How GSA Is Making High-Performance Buildings Affordable

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Boilers: Understand the Full Picture on Energy Savings

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Benchmarking, Occupant Feedback: Keys to Existing Building Sustainability

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High-Performance Buildings: Impact and Insights

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Why Cool Roofing Is Important To Energy Efficiency Goals

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Do Energy Models Accurately Predict Energy Performance?

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How the Building Exterior Affects HVAC Energy Efficiency

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The Who, What, and Why of Replacing Aging Cooling Systems

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3 Ways Energy Models Add Value For Facilities Management

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LEED v4.1 Continues Focus on Sustainable Operations, Building Performance

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The Nature of a REIT Means Challenges to Sustainability Success

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3 Smart Strategies for Using Analytics in Smart Buildings

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Greener Than Green: Passive House Building Planned for Chicago

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How Energy Benchmarking Leads To Real Energy Savings

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Section 179D Federal EPAct Tax Benefits Extended For Two Years

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Waste Watch: Improving HVAC Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC System Audits Help Improve Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrocommissioning Helps Identify HVAC Inefficiencies

Building Operating Management
Beyond PUE: The Big Picture Of Data Center Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
To Drive Data Center Efficiency, eBay Combined Facilities And IT Departments

Building Operating Management
New Commercial Building Job Titles Emphasize Energy Efficiency

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Preparing the Facility Workforce for Zero Net Energy

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Energy Efficiency Challenge: Facility Workforce Development

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How A Divided Congress Continues To Affect Energy Policy

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Rules of Thumb to Guide 5-Year Capital Plan

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Tie Capital Decisions To How Building Has Evolved

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Use Three Steps To Build Long-Term Capital Plan

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5-Year Plan Delivers Energy Savings, Stable ROI

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Using Energy, Portfolio Data To Reduce Facility Costs

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Energy Data Brings HVAC Savings

Building Operating Management
Retrofitting Elevators for Energy Efficiency: Pros and Cons

Building Operating Management
How To Reduce Elevators' Energy Use

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrocommissioning: Getting Back to Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrocommissioning: Finding Barriers to Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Setting the Scope for a Retrocommissioning Project

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Ensure a Successful Retrocommissioning Project

Building Operating Management
Ambulatory Care Center Taps Lean Design Principles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Campus-Wide Energy-Efficiency Focus Triggers Change

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Improved Chiller Efficiency Delivers Bottom-Line Savings

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The Rise of the LEED City

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The Importance of Net-Zero Energy Goals

Building Operating Management
A Beginner's Guide to ASHRAE 90.1 and LEEDv4

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ASHRAE, LEED Updates Include Lighting, Sustainable Materials

Building Operating Management
States Raise The Bar On High-Performance Buildings

Building Operating Management
Despite Buildings' Success, Facility Managers Aim For More Performance

Building Operating Management
Flexible Design, Careful Energy Monitoring Are Vital

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers' Grasp Of Big-Picture Issues Is Crucial To Net-Zero Performance

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Especially In Net-Zero Energy Buildings, A Careful Eye On Operations Pays Off

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Retrocommissioning Aims to Reduce HVAC Costs

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How Outcome Based Compliance Can Ensure Efficient Operations

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Tips on Replacing or Upgrading HVAC Components

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Defining High-Performance Buildings

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Lighting Retrofits: Streamlining for Savings

Building Operating Management
Innovations Offer Reductions In HVAC Energy Consumption But Are Often Ignored

Building Operating Management
Net-Zero Energy Buildings: Waste Heat Recovery And Renewable Energy

Building Operating Management
Aetna Building in Phoenix Earns LEED Silver

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Focus On A Coating’s Overall Quality As Well As Specific Features

Building Operating Management
Building Recommissioning Helps Heifer International Meet Challenges Of Reliability, Efficiency, And Sustainability

Building Operating Management
Main Problems Identified During Commissioning Included Malfunctioning Sensors And Water Valves

Building Operating Management
Ongoing Commissioning Is Part of Comprehensive Approach

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Energy Savings From Occupant Training

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Fault Detection And Diagnostics Software Has Potential To Save Energy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Data Center Upgrades for Reliability and Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Redundancy Ensures Data Center System Availability if Components Fail

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Adaptability Important to Efficient Data Center Operation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Controlling Condensation, Temperature Important to Protect Data Centers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Remote Access Helps Managers' Ability to Control Data Center Systems

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How To Successfully Commission

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What Is High-Performance Building?

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How Energy Benchmarking Ordinances Can Help Facility Managers Save Money

Building Operating Management
Understanding Energy Benchmarking Ordinances

Building Operating Management
Strategies To Reduce Operating Costs Using Energy Benchmarks

Building Operating Management
Energy Benchmarking Is First Step To Savings For Chicago High Rise

Building Operating Management
Cost Savings From Variable Only, Primary Flow Chilled Water Pumping

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Infrared Imaging: Benefits Beyond the Basics

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Application Possibilities Expand for Infrared Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Matching Infrared Imaging With Facility Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximizing Payback on Infrared Imaging Purchase

Building Operating Management
Data Helps Sell Energy Efficiency Efforts In Healthcare Facilities

Building Operating Management
Understand Where Energy Is Used To Maximize Benefits Of Healthcare Efficiency Efforts

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High-Performance Products Make High-Performance Buildings

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Guaranteed Energy Performance

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How Do You Manage Big Data?

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Submetering Helps FMs Take Control Of Power

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Budget For Energy Upgrades Requires Fully Understanding Real Costs

Building Operating Management
True Energy Costs Play Important Role In Determining Energy Savings

Building Operating Management
Realistic View Of Energy Savings Helps Meet Targets

Building Operating Management
USGBC Professional Exams Evolving With Launch Of LEED v4

Building Operating Management
Misconceptions About Energy Star Can Prevent Facility Managers From Seeing Its Benefits

Building Operating Management
Time Commitment For Energy Star Portfolio Manager Is Work That Should Already Be Done

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Improving Building's Energy Performance Brings Additional Benefits As Well

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Energy Recovery Systems Can Cut Energy Use Significantly

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Energy Recovery Systems: Airside and Waterside

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High-Performance Exteriors Require Creativity, Commitment

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Attention To Detail Helps Eliminate Envelope Leaks

Building Operating Management
High-Performance Exterior Helps Library Use Less Energy In More Space

Building Operating Management
With Water A Concern, Education Was Key To Convincing Owners To Use Open-Ventilated Rain Screen

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The Future of Demand Response

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Steam-Plant Conversion Generates Cool Savings

Building Operating Management
Energy Benefits of Green Roofs

Building Operating Management
Green Roofs Incentives and Rebates

Building Operating Management
Solar Industry Continues To Grow, Price Continues To Decrease

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Closing Windows For Energy Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Financing Facility Retrofits: The Power of the Negawatt

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What is a Negawatt?

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Variable-refrigerant Flow (VRF) Systems: Weighing Benefits And Limitations

Building Operating Management
Case For Capital Investment In Lighting Upgrades Rests On Showing Specific Benefits

Building Operating Management
Benchmarking, Rebates And Incentives Can Help Justify Lighting Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Combine Lighting Upgrades With Other Capital Projects To Maximize Energy Savings, Minimize Disruption

Building Operating Management
Overselling Productivity Increases, Maintenance Savings Can Hurt Chances Of Approval For Lighting Upgrades

Building Operating Management
As Google Grows, It's Up To Joe Kava To Ensure Data Centers Keep Pace

Building Operating Management
To Keep Up With Demand For Data Centers, Google Focuses On Policies, Procedures

Building Operating Management
Custom-built Servers, Onboard Batteries Help Google Meet Its IT Energy Efficiency Goals

Building Operating Management
Google Shares Data Center Energy Efficiency Information To Help Push Industry Change

Building Operating Management
Customized Training Helps Google Data Center Employees Get Up To Speed

Building Operating Management
Getting Back On Energy Budget After a Rough Winter

Building Operating Management
Big Strides in HVAC and Lighting Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Ensuring the Most Energy Efficient Equipment

Building Operating Management
Overlooked Low- and No-Cost Energy Effiicent Opportunities

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Manage Demand Response To Drive Energy Efficiency

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Make the Most of Your BAS: Use Automated Demand-Response

Building Operating Management
Demand Side Management Helps Cut Energy Consumption, Costs

Building Operating Management
Retrocommissioning Is Often Overlooked Way To Manage Energy Costs

Building Operating Management
Energy Master Plan Can Help Manage Costs On Demand Side, Supply Side

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Life-cycle Costs Justify Investment In Energy-Efficient Fans

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How Fault Detection And Diagnostics Reduces Energy Costs

Building Operating Management
Net-Zero Building Saves More Than Energy For Leon County, Fla.

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Management Insight Column: Harnessing the Power of Data

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Management Insight Column: Analyzing Facilities' Energy Use

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Management Insight Column: Rethinking Management Priorities

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Variable-refrigerant Flow (VRF) Systems: Air-cooled And Water-Cooled

Building Operating Management
Consider Whether Design is Still Sensible During Retrocommissioning

Building Operating Management
How To Gauge Whether Retrocommissioning Was Successful

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What Is High-Performance Building?

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How To Successfully Commission

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Fans Offer Opportunities For Significant HVAC Energy Savings

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Microsoft Finds That Fault Detection Saves Energy

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Meters Offer Greater Opportunities For Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mississippi State University Upgrades HVAC Technology and Benefits Bottom Line

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mississippi State Converts Steam Plant to Condensing Units

Facility Maintenance Decisions
BAS Significant Part of Mississippi State University Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Next Step to Savings for Missisippi State: Ice Storage Area

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers Need To Understand Changing Market To Maximize Utility Incentives and Rebates

Building Operating Management
Trend In Utility Incentive Programs Is Toward More Monitoring, Proof Of Performance

Building Operating Management
Utility Incentive Programs Will Require Stricter Monitoring, Offer Greater Benefits

Building Operating Management
Paul Lupica's Energy Efficiency Efforts Have Led To Big Improvement For Munich Re

Building Operating Management
Energy Star's Portfolio Manager Is Important Tool For Munich Re's Energy Efficiency Efforts

Building Operating Management
Careful Consideration Of Technology Helps Munich Re Avoid Costly Mistakes

Building Operating Management
Munich Reinsurance America's Sustainability Efforts Are Part Of Larger Corporate Goals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
BAS Benefits: Automation Sets the Stage for Savings, Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Chicago High-Rise Finds Better Option Than Free Cooling

Building Operating Management
Preparing Data Centers for Extreme Cold or Extreme Heat

Facility Maintenance Decisions
5 Minutes With Podcast: HVAC Retrofits Save Colorado City $400,000

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Things to Know Before Beginning Demsand-Response

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LEED in Motion Report Provides Evidence of LEED Buildings' Efficiency

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Taking A Close Look At Intelligent Buildings May Pay Off For FMs

Building Operating Management
How HVAC Economizers Can Help Data Centers Meet Energy Codes, Energy Star Ratings And ASHRAE Standards

Building Operating Management
Managing Data Center Air Flow With Hot Aisles, Cold Aisles Can Help Drive Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Tailor Data Center Energy Strategies To Business Needs

Building Operating Management
Information, Technology Help McGill University Save On HVAC Costs

Building Operating Management
Energy Management Information System Helps McGill University Cut Down On HVAC Energy Usage

Building Operating Management
Focus On Demand Can Help Cut HVAC Energy Costs

Building Operating Management
Energy Audits, Retrocommissioning Are Keys To Energy Management Plan

Building Operating Management
Set Design Standards, Review Them Often To Maximize HVAC Energy Savings

News & Views
Automated Demand-Response Increases

Building Operating Management
Six Steps Help Justify Building Energy Upgrades

Building Operating Management
To Win Funding For Energy Efficiency Projects, Think Like A CFO

Building Operating Management
M&V Done Right: Tips For Measuring And Reporting Energy Efficiency Results

Building Operating Management
Facility Energy Management Produces Real Financial Benefits

Building Operating Management
Triple Bottom Line: Facility Managers Are Positioned To Lead Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrocommissioning: A New Tool in the Quest for Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrocommissioning Sensors Monitor Energy Waste

Building Operating Management
Ultraviolet (UV) Light Treatments For HVAC Applications: Coil Systems

Building Operating Management
In-Duct UVC Systems Can Combat HVAC Microbial Growth

Building Operating Management
Evaluating The Effectiveness Of UVC Treatments For HVAC Systems

Building Operating Management
Steps Beyond Simple Payback To Justify Large Energy Efficiency Investments

Building Operating Management
How Bundling Energy Efficiency Projects Helps Justify Large Capital Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Maintenance Savings May Help Justify HVAC Capital Investments

Building Operating Management
Deferred Capital Renewal Can Be Used To Justify HVAC Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Strategies for Continued Energy Efficient Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrocommissioning: Teaming Up For Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Combination of In-House and Agency Best Fit for Retrocommissioning Project

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Streamlining the Members of Your Retrocommissioning Team

News & Views
Benefits of an HVAC Upgrade

News & Views
Data Issues Are Critical With Fault Detection And Diagnostics (FDD)

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand Response: Delivering Efficiency and Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Consider Demand-Response Impact on Operations Before Participating

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Health Care Facilities Present Demand Response Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Clearing Hurdles Presented by Demand Response

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sidebar: Demand-Response Resources

News & Views
Unexplored Potential in HVAC Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding New Technology: Tankless Water Heaters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Number of Different Tankless Water Heating Options

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Operation Considerations With Tankless Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sidebar: Tankless Water Heater Specification and Installation

News & Views
With Fault Detection And Diagnostics (FDD), Take Close Look At Buildings, Software Capabilities

News & Views
What You Need To Know When Calculating Demand Charges

Building Operating Management
Key Energy Use Metrics Can Help Maximize Energy Savings With Windows

Building Operating Management
Making Windows More Efficient: Low-E Coatings, Warm-Edge Spacers, Electrochromic Glass

Building Operating Management
Daylighting, Coatings, Installation Can All Affect Role Of Windows In Energy Consumption

Building Operating Management
UC Merced Earns 11th LEED Certification, 2nd Platinum

Building Operating Management
Lighting Controls Offer Energy Efficiency, Cost Savings

News & Views
Understand How Rates Change To Manage Electricity Costs

News & Views
Understanding How Fault Detection And Diagnostics (FDD) Tool Works

Building Operating Management
Care Is Needed In Economic Analysis of Energy Upgrades As Electric Rates Change

Building Operating Management
When Managing Electric Usage, Peak Demand Is Key To Savings

Building Operating Management
What You Need To Know When Calculating Demand Charges

Building Operating Management
How To Account For Demand Charges When Calculating Energy Upgrade Savings

News & Views
Get Occupants Involved in Green

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Commissioning Doesn't Have to Be Difficult, Expensive

Building Operating Management
How Tougher Energy Efficiency Standards Will Affect Facility Managers

Building Operating Management
Tighter Energy Codes Are Applying To Smaller Buildings, Building Systems

Building Operating Management
Steps To Take To Be Compliant With ASHRAE 90.1-2010

Building Operating Management
What You Need To Know About The ASHRAE 90.1 Standard Process

News & Views
What Is Smart Grid, Precisely?

News & Views
A Look At Chicago's Proposed Energy Disclosure Ordinance

Building Operating Management
How Adopting Energy Management Strategies Helps Retailers Be More Energy Efficient

Building Operating Management
Retailers Say Energy Management Systems Need To Take Disparity Between Facilities Into Account

Building Operating Management
Energy Management Systems: Lessons Learned at Kohl's, Adidas, Westfield

Building Operating Management
Microsoft Uses Fault Detection And Diagnostics To Transform Facilities Management

Building Operating Management
Microsoft Uses Big Data To Manage Buildings

Building Operating Management
As Microsoft Has Brought Fault Detection And Diagnostics Online, Management Of Assets Has Improved

Building Operating Management
Unified Reporting Helps Microsoft's Facilities Management Team Measure And Manage Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Microsoft's 'Analytics Blanket' Is Changing How Facilities Are Managed

Building Operating Management
Is There Still A LEED Premium?

News & Views
Will EPAct Deductions Be Extended?

News & Views
Fault Detection And Diagnostics (FDD) Is Attracting Industry Interest

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Low-Hanging Fruit: Energy Savings Made Easy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Systems, Electric Motors Consume Large Amounts of Energy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Identifying and Repairing Leaks Solves Major Problems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Arc-Flash Explosion Triggers Renovation, Savings at University of Alabama

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University of Alabama Thinks Long-Term During Renovation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renovation Results in Leaner Maintenance Principles at University of Alabama

Facility Maintenance Decisions
In-House Maintenance Staff Boosts Alabama's Bottom Line In Renovation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Online Exclusive: More Information on Alabama's Arc-Flash Explosion

Building Operating Management
Commissioning, Retrocommissioning Are Critical Elements Of Green Renovations

Building Operating Management
How To Realize Actual Savings From Green Renovation Projects

Building Operating Management
At BAE Systems, Sustainability Program Grew From Single Chiller Project

Building Operating Management
New York City Department Of Education's SchoolStat Program Helps Show Value Of FM

Building Operating Management
Georgia Tech's Culture Of Sustainability Helps Attract Students

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Is Cornerstone Of Lawrence Berkley National Laboratory's Culture, Research

Building Operating Management
TD Bank Spreads Sustainability Across Multi-National Portfolio

Building Operating Management
HEI's Bob Holesko, Other FMXcellence Winners Share How They Made A Big Impact On A Large Portfolio

Building Operating Management
Video: How to Engage Occupants in Sustainability Strategies

Building Operating Management
Video: Communications Strategies for FM Success

Building Operating Management
Tenant Engagement, Energy Efficiency Lead To LEED Gold for 255 Alhambra Circle

Building Operating Management
Can 179D Energy Efficiency Tax Deductions Be Saved?

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Fault Detection And Diagnostics (FDD) Shows Promising Results

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Submetering Technology Helps Facilities Pursue Greater Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Installation Considerations for Utility Meters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Streamlining and Maximizing Submetering Systems

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Involve Utility As Part Of Demand-Response Decisions

Building Operating Management
Demand For Energy Efficiency In Buildings Brings New Resources For Tenants

Building Operating Management
Energy Consumption In Tenant Space Offers Potential For Big Savings

Building Operating Management
Empire State Building Tenant Li & Fung USA Shows How Cooperation Can Save Energy

Building Operating Management
Energy Efficiency In Tenant Spaces Should Be Focus At Lease, Expansion And Renewal Stages

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Motors Can Help Drive Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Measurement and Verification Can Help Maintain Efficiency, Improve LEED Scores

Building Operating Management
Measurement And Verification Requires Close Attention To Be Successful Part Of Green Building Initiatives

Building Operating Management
How Continuous Measurement And Verification Helped Improve Operational Efficiency

Building Operating Management
LEED for Healthcare Aims To Help Improve Health of Buildings, Patients

Building Operating Management
Equipment, Operations Both Offer Areas For Improved HVAC Efficiency

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How To Justify Energy Retrofits

Building Operating Management
Energy Efficiency Projects Bring Large Savings To Poudre School District

Building Operating Management
Bond Issue Will Help Make Existing Poudre Schools More Energy Efficient

Building Operating Management
Data Is Lifeblood Of Colorado School District's Energy Efficiency Program

Building Operating Management
Culture Change Produces Large Energy Savings at Rocky Mountain High School

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What Does It Mean To Be Carbon Neutral?

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Keys to Ensuring Successful Rooftop PV System

Building Operating Management
Reducing Energy Use: Five Steps Help Overcome Barriers

Building Operating Management
Shorenstein Properties Works Toward Comprehensive Energy Management Practices

Building Operating Management
Shorenstein Energy Plan Shows Value Of Focusing On How Business Decisions Are Made

Building Operating Management
Los Angeles Convention Center Uses Outsourcing To Save Energy, Earn LEED Certification

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers Use Outsourcing Providers For Core Competency In Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Outsourcing Helps KeyBank Gain LEED-EBOM Platinum Certification

Building Operating Management
Energy Efficiency Projects With New LEED On The Horizon

Building Operating Management
Equipment vs. Operations: Greatest Opportunity for Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Making A Pitch For Energy Efficiency Spending

Building Operating Management
Best No- and Low-Cost Energy Efficiency Projects

Building Operating Management
Untapped Potential for Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
How Energy Managers Can Leverage Big Data Right Now

Building Operating Management
Planned Capital Upgrades Present Opportunities For Deeper Energy Savings

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Modular Data Centers Offer Flexibility

Building Operating Management
Glenborough Uses Energy Star As Guide For Extensive Energy Efficiency Efforts

Building Operating Management
Glenborough's Next Project is Energy Retrofits at Corporate Headquarters

Building Operating Management
Glenborough's Long-Term Goal Is To Be Industry Leader In Sustainability

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Where To Start With LEED-EBOM

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Share Experiences With Retrocommissioning

Building Operating Management
Energy Star Portfolio Manager Helps K-12 Facility Managers Avoid Millions in Energy Costs

Building Operating Management
Portfolio Manager Helps Schools Set Baseline for Energy, Water Use

Building Operating Management
Energy Efficiency in K-12 Buildings Doesn't Require Full Time Employee

Building Operating Management
Communicating Early Success With Energy Star Can Help Get Energy Efficiency Efforts Off Ground in K-12 Buildings

Building Operating Management
How the GSA's Bean Federal Center Uses Solar Power to Save on Utility Costs

Building Operating Management
Photovoltaic Lab on Bean Federal Center Roof Helps GSA Find Best Solar Solutions

Building Operating Management
Bean Federal Center Solar Power Project Creates Jobs, Utility Savings

Building Operating Management
USGBC Lists Top 10 LEED States for 2012

Building Operating Management
Office Lighting Design Must Have More Goals Than Just Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Solve Lighting Quality Problems By Letting Space Guide Technology

Building Operating Management
Brightness and Variety Are Challenges To Office Lighting Quality

Building Operating Management
Avoiding Problems With Office Lighting Design

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Select Facility Energy Consumption Dashboards Carefully For Ease Of Use

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Monitoring Is Key To Data Center Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Look For Utility Rebates Early In Energy Efficiency Projects

Building Operating Management
Utility Incentives Can Mean Millions Of Dollars In Savings

News & Views
Measuring Exterior Energy Efficiency

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Facility Dashboards Show Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Bridge The Gap From Construction To Efficient Operations

Building Operating Management
Tie Design and Construction Teams To Building Performance

Building Operating Management
LEED Certification Aims To Be Constantly Evolving

Building Operating Management
Five Sources Of Data Can Help Facility Managers Analyze Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Energy Star Automated Benchmarking Services Can Aid Building Energy-Data Gathering

Building Operating Management
Submeters Help Measure Energy Used By Specific Building Area

Building Operating Management
Use Building Automation System To Learn Information On Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Data Loggers Offer Specifics Of Equipment's Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Proposed EPAct Deduction Extension Would Create Deep Retrofit Tax Incentive

Building Operating Management
Facility Master Plan Can Help With Energy Efficiency In Educational Facilities

Building Operating Management
Energy Consultants Can Help Integrate Energy Conservation Measures With Facility Master Plan

Building Operating Management
Energy Calculations Help Determine Payback Of Energy Conservation Measures In Facility Master Plan

Building Operating Management
Tips For Designing Energy Efficient HVAC Systems

Building Operating Management
HVAC Opportunity: Improve The Efficiency Of The Heating And Cooling Distribution Systems

Building Operating Management
For HVAC Efficiency, Optimize Source Equipment For Hot Water And Chilled Water

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Check Efficiency Of Daily Operations

Building Operating Management
LEED Certified Lab Offers Lessons In Efficiency, Project Management

Building Operating Management
Lighting Controls Can Amplify Effect Of More Efficient Light Sources

Building Operating Management
Daylighting Controls Are Becoming Less Complicated, More Productive

Building Operating Management
Outdoor Lighting Can Be Managed By Lighting Controls

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance History Key Factor in Boiler Repair-or-Replace Decision

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boiler Repair-or-Replace Decision: Key Questions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Improving Boiler Energy Efficiency with Retrocommissioning

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding ESCOs and Facility Needs Equals Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
ESCOs: Success Starts with Identifying Energy-Efficiency Targets

Facility Maintenance Decisions
ESCOs: Success Requires Careful Selection of Energy-Efficiency Projects

Building Operating Management
Blade Servers, Virtualization Can Tax Data Center Facility Capacity

Building Operating Management
Facility Management, IT Need to Communicate About Data Center Capacity

News & Views
Occupant cooperation need to save energy

Building Operating Management
Lighting Offers Opportunities To Cut Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Fluorescents, Induction Lighting and LEPs Continue to Expand and Improve

Building Operating Management
New Lighting Controls Help Manage Energy Usage

Building Operating Management
Smart Windows Choices Include Low-E Glass, Electrochromic Glazing

Building Operating Management
Don't Overlook Window Frames As Energy Savers

Building Operating Management
Improved Window Performance A Challenge In Existing Buildings

Building Operating Management
Data Mining Helps Find Faults In Building Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Fault Detection Software Offers Guidance To Operating HVAC Systems

Building Operating Management
Do Your Homework Before Deciding on Fault Detection and Diagnostics

Building Operating Management
Prognostics Data Tails Behind Other Fault Detection Tools

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Solar Window Film May Reduce Cooling Load

Building Operating Management
Don't Let Myths Stop You From Exploring Net-Zero Energy Buildings

Building Operating Management
Net-Zero Building Design Doesn't Have to Be Difficult

Building Operating Management
Operations, Occupant Behavior and Plug Loads Can All Affect Net-Zero Goals

Building Operating Management
What A Net-Zero Ready Building Is and Isn't

Building Operating Management
As Space Heaters Show, Facility Managers Often Have to Negotiate With Occupants to Avoid Energy Waste

Building Operating Management
Occupants Can Be Asset In Energy Efficiency Efforts

Building Operating Management
Motivating Occupants Is Critical To Ensuring Cooperation on Energy Savings

Building Operating Management
Educate Occupants to Get Them to Save Energy

Building Operating Management
Building Operations Are First Place to Look to Improve Energy Performance

Building Operating Management
Evaluate Use of Building Machinery to Save Energy

Building Operating Management
Facility Energy Efficiency Efforts Start With Data

Building Operating Management
Ernst & Young Plaza Scores Big With LEED-EBOM

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tankless Water Heaters Help Managers Meet Occupant Demands

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Application Considerations for Tankless Water Heaters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tankless Water Heaters: Maintenance Issues

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Submetering: A Closer Look at 'Energy Hogs'

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Submetering Technology Helps Managers Meet Energy-Efficiency Goals

Building Operating Management
Utility Rebates And Incentives Help Justify Energy Efficiency Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Utility Rebates Can Determine Whether Capital Projects Get Off The Ground

Building Operating Management
Documentation Critical To Fulfilling Utility Rebate Requirements

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Harvesting and Building Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Harvesting: Savings on a Small Scale

Building Operating Management
Survey Of Energy Efficient Properties Shows LEED Offers Advantages

Building Operating Management
LEED Projects Are Not Homogenous Group

Building Operating Management
How To Get Improved Results From Energy Projects

Building Operating Management
BAS Contributes to Energy Efficient Buildings

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How to Use LEED-CI

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Key Factors Determine Success of Submetering Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Case Study on Submetering Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Practical Applications for Energy Harvesting

News & Views
Identifying Energy Rebates Delivers Bottom-Line Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Efficiency: Making Demand Response Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Evaluating Demand Response Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Metering, a Key Role in Demand Response Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Embracing a Life-Cycle Cost Analysis

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Greater Baltimore Medical Center's Boiler Upgrade key to Energy Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
GBMC Boiler Upgrade Required Careful Planning

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Timely Boiler Upgrade Completed Under Budget

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy-Efficient Exterior Lighting

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Controls That Maximize Exterior Lighting

News & Views
What is LEEDv4?

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Water Treatment Can Extend Boiler Life and Improve Energy Efficiency

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Some HVAC Upgrades Are Better Candidates for EPAct Tax Deductions

Building Operating Management
Managing Energy a Challenge for Large Retail Organizations

Building Operating Management
Energy Management System Helps Walgreens Meet Better Buildings Challenge Goals

Building Operating Management
PNC, Nike, Walgreens Focus on Energy Efficiency in Different Ways

Building Operating Management
Office Building Earns Dual-Platinum LEED Certification

News & Views
What is the Passive House rating system?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Identifying Energy Rebates Delivers Bottom-Line Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Efficiency Incentives and Rebates Require Time Investment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Developing an Energy-Efficiency Strategy

News & Views
In High Performance HVAC Design, Facility Manager Plays Key Role

Building Operating Management
General Services Administration's Goal of Carbon Neutral by 2030 Requires Improved Energy Efficiency in Existing Buildings

Building Operating Management
High-performance HVAC Systems Help GSA Reduce Energy Consumption

Building Operating Management
Building Controls, Smart Meters are Keys to GSA's Renovation Projects

Building Operating Management
Green Proving Ground Program Helps GSA Evaluate Energy-Saving Technologies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy-Efficient Boilers Require Proper Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Oxygen Issues With Energy-Efficient Boilers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Short-Cycling and Energy-Efficient Boilers

Building Operating Management
Getting Students Involved in Energy Efficiency Can Lead to Big Energy Cost Savings For School Districts

Building Operating Management
Douglas County School District Sees Big Gains From Involving Students In Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Ponderosa High School Involved Students in Teaching Value of Saving Energy

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Operations an Important Part of Power Reliability

Building Operating Management
Department of Energy: Goal of Better Buildings Challenge is to Cut Down on $60 Billion in Wasted Energy

Building Operating Management
Gathering Energy Data Often Most Difficult Part of Better Buildings Challenge Efforts

Building Operating Management
Better Buildings Challenge Offers Benefits Beyond Just Learning

Building Operating Management
Beardmore Building Shows How Deep Retrofits Can Bring Big Savings

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Off-the-Shelf Energy Efficiency Strategies Can Pay Big Dividends

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Deep Retrofits Mean Better Buildings, Higher Rents, Happier Tenants

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Cost Savings and Green Features at NAU Health and Learning Center

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Facility Managers Can Use Energy Star Program to Drive Data Center Efficiency

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Facilities, IT Departments Have to Work Together to Save Energy in Data Centers

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Co-location Facilities Can Tout Energy Efficiency Efforts as Cost Savers

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Operations an Important Part of Power Reliability

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Improving Motor Efficiency

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Bird Control Application Considerations

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Energy Efficiency Blueprint?

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Boilers: Four Factors Shape Decision to Repair or Replace

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Facility Cost Cutting: Three Tips for Success

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With Building Controls, Age May or May Not Be the Reason for Problems

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What is the Better Buildings Challenge?

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Tips for Earning Energy Efficiency Rebates

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Six Steps to a Successful LEED-EBOM Project

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LEED-EBOM: Evaluating How Hard It Will Be to Gain Certification

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Successful LEED-EBOM Projects Require Resourcefulness, Realistic Timelines

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Occupant Buy-in Can Make or Break LEED-EBOM Projects

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Underfloor Air Distribution Can Benefit High Performance Buildings

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Using Energy Star's Portfolio Manager: Tips from Facility Managers

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How to Get Started With Energy Star's Portfolio Manager

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Portfolio Manager: How to Avoid Mistakes with Energy Star Online Benchmarking Tool

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What the Future Holds For Energy Star's Portfolio Manager

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A Stronger Maintenance-Sustainability Link

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Never Too Early to be Better at the InterContinental San Francisco

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Energy Audit Leads to Further Energy Savings, LEED Gold

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The Next Big Thing In Energy Efficiency

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How To Justify Energy Efficiency Projects To Upper Management

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New HVAC Technologies Can Help Save Energy in Data Centers

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The "Big Four" Green Building Rating Systems

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Is Now a Good Time to Lock In Energy Prices?

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Specifying Effective Portable Cooling Equipment

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Determining Facility Cooling Needs

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Solving Cooling Challenges

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Demand Control Ventilation Systems Can Save Energy, Achieve Occupant Satisfaction

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County's Successful In-house Plumbing Upgrade Delivers Savings

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Plumbing Project Outline

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Plumbing Upgrade's Challenges and Additional Costs

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HVAC Energy Efficiency Strategies

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Boilers: The Biggest Users of Fuel

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Motors: Impact on Energy Efficiency

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The Technology of Sustainability Reporting

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Sustainability Reporting: Plug-Load Considerations

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New Data Center Cooling Technologies Increase Efficiency

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Commissioning Data Centers To Ensure Energy Efficiency

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Keep Your Eye on Data Center Energy Efficiency Trends

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Energy efficiency project results in significant campus improvements

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Tracking PUE Can Help Create More Efficient Data Centers

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Assess Energy Options Carefully

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Improving Motor Efficiency

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Managing Motors

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Motors Replacement Selection

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PUE is One of Many Metrics for Data Center Energy Performance

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Free Air, Water-Cooled Servers Increase Data Center Energy Efficiency

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UPS Energy Saver Mode, High Voltage DC Power Cut Data Center Energy Use

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In Data Centers, Simplicity of Design, Commissioning Saves Energy

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How Should Embodied Energy Factor Into Product Selection?

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LEED-EBOM 2012 To Focus on Performance

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With HVAC Upgrades, Look Beyond Like-Kind Replacement

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Bob Holesko Eyes Energy Savings in 2012

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Forecasts Are Hard To Make In the Hotel Business

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Green Design Guides Renovation of California State Office Buildings

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With HVAC Upgrades, Look Beyond Like-Kind Replacement

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Four Steps To Ensuring Successful Commissioning

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Four HVAC Gains With No Budget Pains

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Reduce HVAC Costs By Paying Close Attention To Sensors

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Cut HVAC Costs: Avoid Simultaneous Heating and Cooling

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Managing Outside Air Helps Reduce HVAC Costs

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Energy Audits: Avoiding Mistakes

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Why Are Green Roofs Environmentally Responsible?

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The Role of the Commissioning Agent

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HVAC Commissioning Fosters Energy Efficiency Over A Building's Life

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Smart Grid is HERE

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OpenADR Helps Standardize Demand-Response

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LEED-CI: Greening Leased Space

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Variable Frequency Drive Technology Has Improved For HVAC Applications

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Performance Contracting: Saving Energy, Saving Money

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Three Boiler Control Upgrades Can Improve Energy Efficiency

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Project: The Aventine

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New Federal Lighting Standards Set Stage for Energy Efficiency

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Lighting Retrofits Help Facilities Move Beyond T-12 Lamps

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Successfully Specifying Controls for Lighting Retrofits

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To Save Energy, Improve Operations

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Easy Steps for Energy Savings in a Tough Economy

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How Dashboards Can Promote Energy Efficiency

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Demand Control Ventilation Can Reduce Energy Costs

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BIM Demands Early Building Owner Involvement

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Roof Coatings Can Extend Performance Life and Generate Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Roof Types Key to Successful Coating Applications

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Roof Coating Performance Depends on Application, Preparation

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Learning Curve: Tax Benefits for Energy Projects

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Making Demand Response Work

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Tips For Exterior Shading to Save Energy

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Four Steps To Keep Energy Efficiency a Priority

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Boiler Control Upgrades Plus Regular Maintenance Can Improve Energy Efficiency

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Facilities Can Take Greater Advantage of BAS Features

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Focus on Ventilation and Scheduling Pays Energy Dividends

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Energy Efficiency Can Flow from Attention to Pumps, Fans

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Case Study: Technology Center Rents 'Plug and Play' HVAC Technology

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Demand-Response Programs: Understand Risks and Benefits

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Energy Management: One School District's Success Story with Connie Kelley

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How Should You Use an Energy Model?

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Historic College Campus Gets Second Life

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Adaptive Reuse, Not Historical Preservation

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Demand Response: How to Coordinate Peak-Load Reductions

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Demand Response: How to Meet Load-Reduction Targets

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Demand-Response Programs Affect Operations and Occupants

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Different Levels of Energy Audit

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Definitions of Net Zero Energy

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Top 10 Energy-Saving Opportunities

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A VFD Offers Energy Savings, Other Benefits from Part-Load HVAC Operation

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The Role of Smart Meters in the Smart Grid

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Environmental Product Declarations: Getting Product Facts Straight

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Retrocommissioning Is First Step in Energy Upgrades

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First LEED Gold Hospital Now a High-Performance Building

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Glimcher Takes Energy-Efficiency, Other Green Steps

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The Right Language Can Help Gain Top Management OK for Energy Efficiency

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Facility Managers Say Companies Are Taking Action to Increase Data Center Efficiency

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IT Departments Getting More Involved in Efficiency

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How to Partner with Vendors for Energy Savings

Facility Focus
The Role of Building Occupants in Saving Energy

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Does an HVAC Pre-Filter Improve Energy Efficiency?

Facility Focus
What is the EPA's National Building Competition?

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HVAC Retrofits Lower Energy Use, Reduce Hot-Cold Calls

Facility Focus
Green Buildings: Retrofits to Increase in Private Sector

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The Role of Existing Buildings in Energy Use, Emissions

Facility Focus
Energy Costs: Retrofit to Save Money

Facility Focus
Recommissioning Benefits: Improved IAQ, Equipment Performance

Facility Focus
What's Included in Retrocommissioning and Recommissioning Studies?

Facility Focus
What is the Cost and ROI of Recommissioning?

Facility Focus
What is the Difference Between Recommissioning and Retrocommissioning?

Facility Focus
Energy Efficiency Should Not Compromise Occupant Satisfaction

Facility Focus
Facilities Management: How to Create a Energy Department

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Personnel Management and Cost-Saving Strategies with Bruce Canter

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Energy Management: Get Support From Financial Personnel

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Tracking Sustainability with a CMMS

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Online Resources for Lighting Upgrades, Greenhouse Gas Accounting

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Direct-Digital Controls: Energy Management Lowers Utility Costs

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A LEED-EBOM Case Study

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A LEED-EBOM Case Study

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Geothermal Heating and Cooling Can Save 60 Percent on Energy

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Federal Government Taking Steps toward Sustainable Operations

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The Role of Recommissioning in Reducing Carbon Footprint

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Simplicity is Key in Pursuing Energy Efficiency

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Geothermal Heating & Cooling Can Save 60 Percent on Energy

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Making Demand-Response Work

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Utilities Offer a Range of Incentives for Improving Energy Performance

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Solid Information and Close Collaboration Lead to Energy Efficient Design

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How to Customize Sub-Metering Systems

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Green Initiatives Save Money, Reduce Energy Use with Kim Farlin

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Green Building News

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How to Get Going on Energy Efficiency Programs

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How To Make Data-Based Decisions

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Considering The Energy To Make a Product in a Life-Cycle Assessment

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A Look At New Energy Incentives

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Water Treatment Demand Planning and Ongoing Attention

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Eight Symptoms of an Inefficient Pumping System

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Longer-payback Energy Upgrades Maximize Building Efficiency

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Reaping the Benefits of Longer-payback Upgrades

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FM-IT Partnership Can Increase Data Center Energy Efficiency

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Managers: What Would You Do with $100,000?

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Retrocommissioning: Question Boiler-Maintenance Records

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Cooperation in the Data Center Can Reduce Costs, Increase Reliability

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Managing Common Disagreements Between FM and IT

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Trends in Data Centers

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Survey: Data Centers Taking Steps to Trim Energy Use

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Proposed Incentives for Building Efficiency

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Ways to Promote Energy Efficiency Without New Legislation

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Focus on Energy Efficiency: Sub-Metering Strategies

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Lighting Retrofits: Look Closely at Controls

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Managers Discuss Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Programs

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Chiller System Design Can Improve Data Center Energy Efficiency

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Project Management: Successful Lighting Retrofits

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School District Strives for Energy Star Ratings

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Energy-Efficiency Projects Save School District Money, Improve IEQ

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Direct-Digital Controls Improve Schools' Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: Controls Provide Savings Opportunities

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A License to Steal the Next Big Idea

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Construction Projects Move Forward Despite Budget Cuts, Delays

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What Metrics to Look at For Exterior Energy Efficiency

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LEDs: Specification Challenges

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New and Established Automation Companies Offer Energy Options

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Retrocommissioning Benefits Include IAQ, Longer Equipment Life

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Lessons Project Management

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Energy-Conservation Program: HVAC, Lighting, Roofing with Sean Arnold

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New Energy Efficiency Programs and Financing Mechanisms Available

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Chillers: Assembling a Retrocommissioning Team

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Retrocommissioning Can Solve Three Common Controls Problems

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Always Consider Energy, the Envelope and Reuse What You Can

Building Operating Management
Best Practices: Daylighting, IAQ, Green Cleaning and More

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New Energy Star Rating System An Accessible Benchmark for Industry

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First to Earn Data Center Energy Star Share Their Strategies

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Increase Energy Efficiency with Lighting Retrofits

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How To Prepare Your Building for LEED-CI Tenants

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Lighting Controls: Daylighting and Dimming

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Replacing HVAC Equipment? Take a Fresh Look at Options

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Motors: Rewind, Repair, Replace?

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Sustainability Focus Transforms NYC Schools

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Coordination Across City Organizations Drives Sustainability Success

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Finding the Funding for Energy Education and Efficiency

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Lighting Retrofits Improve Efficiency, Safety in Parking Structures, Surface Lots

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Where Are The LEED-EBOM Points Available?

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Energy Audits: Developing a Plan

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Maintenance Solutions Achievement Awards Winners Announced

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Different Levels of Energy Audits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Audits: Analyze Energy Use, Review Utility Rate Structure

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Replace Building-Envelope Components

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Common Sense Strategies for Energy Efficiency

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Commissioning Systems, Evaluating Loads for Energy Savings

Building Operating Management
Measuring the Benefits of HVAC Upgrades

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Making the Case for HVAC Retrofits

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The 10-Minute Tune Up About Energy

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Tax Deductions Getting Easier for HVAC Energy Efficiency

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Better Building Performance Boosts FM Standing

Building Operating Management
Lighting Upgrades Bring Energy Savings

Building Operating Management
Lighting Controls Strategies Can Save Money

Building Operating Management
Lighting Audits and Tax Incentives

Building Operating Management
Increasing Data Center Capacity and Improving Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Cooling a Trading Floor's Data Center

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Using the Climate Climate Initiative to Fund Energy Efficiency Projects

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What is Automated Demand-Response?

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Geothermal Systems May Qualify for Tax Benefits

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Huge Savings for California to Be Found in Commercial Building Efficiency

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Green Programs Provide Facilities Education

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Controls: How to Optimize Performance

Building Operating Management
Light Pollution, Efficiency are Concerns with Outdoor Lighting

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Sub-Meters Monitor HVAC Components

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Strategies for Determining an Energy Baseline

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Data Centers Can Now Earn Energy Star Label

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dan Hounsell: Building Star Program Targets Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy-Efficient Chillers, Air-Handling Units Demand More Maintenance

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HVAC, Lighting Efficiency Can Help Acquire Financing for New Projects

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Select Northwestern Region Hospitals Can Join Energy Efficiency Campaign

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DOE Extends Deadline to Submit Commercial Building Partnership Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boiler Controls Incorporate Microprocessors, Solid-State Sensors

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Benefits of Submetering Central Plant Can Justify Cost

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Energy Savings and Comfort Depend on Sensor Calibration

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boiler Controls: Flue-Gas Trim, Sequencing Improve Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What Are the Benefits of Insulation?

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Call for Energy Efficiency Improvement Projects

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Strengthening the Link Between FM and IT

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Changes to Decrease Energy Use in Elevators Proposed for Standard 90.1

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Sub-Meters Minimize Energy Waste, Boost Bottom Line

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Infrared Cameras Can Help Find Leaks in Ductwork

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Retrocommissioning Quickly Pays for Itself in Energy Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Role of Lighting Controls in Demand Response

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Insulation: Mineral Fiber and Foam Plastics

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Insulation Saves Energy, Complies with Building Codes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Earn LEED Points with Sub-Metering

Facility Maintenance Decisions
BAS: Direct-Digital Controls, HVAC Equipment Improve Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
BAS Upgrade Lowers University's Energy Bills 20 Percent

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New BOMA Directive Calls on Associate Members to Implement Efficiency, Sustainability Policies

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Managers Analyze the Performance of Existing Equipment

Building Operating Management
Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems: Components and Benefits

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HVAC Management Strategies with Mike Holzkamper

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Energy Efficiency Proposals Could Create 333,000 Jobs in 2010

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Be Water Efficient to Save Energy

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Maintenance and New Construction

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With HVAC Upgrades, Reduce Loads First to Maximize Energy Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Advanced Formulations Improve Durability

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Understanding Why Employees Resist Change

Building Operating Management
EIFS' Aesthetic and Energy Efficiency Advantages

Building Operating Management
From Local to Global, Climate Change Legislation is Gaining Ground

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Energy-saving Initiatives? Make Sure People Know!

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Reducing HVAC First Costs and Operating Costs

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Net-zero Energy Buildings Becoming More Common

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FMs Can Take the Lead in Energy Efficiency Projects

Building Operating Management
Getting the C-suite and the Public to Buy into Net-zero Buildings

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Data Center Energy Efficiency Metrics Established

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Department of Energy Offers Tips to Manage Steam Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Standby Online Hybrid UPS Improve Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Flywheel UPS Require Less Maintenance

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How LEED CI Can Save You Money

Building Operating Management
Stimulus Funds Earmarked to Green Government Facilities

Building Operating Management
Recovery Act Funds Energy Efficiency Grants For State, Local Projects

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The REAL Way To Be Carbon Neutral

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Avoiding Problems with HVAC Systems

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Setpoint Changes Can Cause Energy, Other Problems

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Commissioning HVAC Systems Can Reveal Ways to Save Energy and Money

Building Operating Management
HVAC Fixes Involve Operations and Maintenance and Tweaking Human Behavior

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Recovery Act Funds Awarded for Data Center Efficiency Research

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Teaching IT About Energy Efficiency in Data Centers

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ASHRAE and Energy Star for Green Data Centers

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School Districts Cutting Spending Due to Rising Energy Costs, Survey Says

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New York City Enacts Legislation to Increase Energy Efficiency of Buildings

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Pilot Building Energy Labeling Program Launched by ASHRAE

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Texas Children's Hospital Takes on $1.5 Billion Expansion

Building Operating Management
Establish Energy Use Benchmarks in Health Care

5 Minutes With
Benchmarking Energy Use with Mike Zanghi

Building Operating Management
Smart Grid Addresses Energy Efficiency, Power Quality and Reliability Issues

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building Addition, Remote Campus Headline Hospital Expansion

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Purchasing: Consider VOCs, Water Use, Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Real-Time Pricing and Demand Response

Building Operating Management
Tap Teamwork to Find Energy Savings

Building Operating Management
Alternative Energy Strategy for Health Care: Cogeneration

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Free Guide to Energy Efficiency in Healthcare Facilities Available

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Making a Case for Energy Efficiency in Existing Buildings: New Industry Publication

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Energy Strategy for the Road Ahead

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Building-Automation Systems and Energy Efficiency with Skip Milton

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DOE Awards Recognize Federal Energy Efficiency Initiatives

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Building automation and maintenance

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Understand the Energy Star Label for Roofing

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Department of Energy Strengthens Enforcement of Energy Efficiency Standards

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Building-Automation System Upgrade Meets Energy-Efficiency Demands

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White House Executive Order Aims to Green Federal Facilities

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Ten Tips For Facility Managers To Cut Energy Costs

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Use Results from Low- and No-Cost HVAC Measures to Sell Capital Upgrades

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Energy Efficiency Holds Steady at 2.5 Cents per Kilowatt-Hour, Even as Costs of New Power Generation Rise

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Revised Waxman-Markey Energy Bill Could Accelerate Energy Efficiency Benefits by a Decade

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Energy-saving Initiatives? Make Sure People Know

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NEMA Publishes Guidance on Solid-State Lighting

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DOE Publishes New Vending Machine Energy Efficiency Standards

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USGBC Assesses Performance of LEED-Certified Buildings

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Commissioning Existing Buildings Has One Year Payback, Berkley Lab Concludes

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ASHRAE Research Targets Tying Together BIM, Energy Efficiency

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Senate Approves Boost In Energy Efficiency Funding

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Benefits of Energy Efficiency Understated, Report Finds

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Hot/Cold Call Burnout: IFMA Study Examines Common Worker Complaints

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McKinsey: Unlocking Energy Efficiency Potential in Buildings Could Significantly Bolster Economy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Nameplate Motor Power Information Helps Determine Pumping Power

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Variable-Frequency Drives Improve Efficiency, Lower Noise Levels

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Should Schedule Motor Inventories

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Replacing Windows Improves Building Envelope Efficiency

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Roofs at the Green Frontier

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Understanding the Importance of Water Treatment

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Proper Maintenance Will Improve Air Distribution Efficiency

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When Sizing HVAC Systems, Focus on Proper Margin for Safety

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Department of Energy Rolls Out More Spending For Energy Efficiency Projects

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Roofing Systems Impact Heating, Cooling Loads

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hospital Benchmarks Energy Performance

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To Save Energy, Improve Operations

News & Views
The Three Types of Infrared Cameras

Facility Maintenance Decisions
DDC System Controls Sensitive Hospital Environment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Insulation Plays Key Role in Building Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Should Consider Life-Cycle Costs When Specifying Roofs

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Vending Machines First in List of New Energy Efficiency Standards

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Getting the Benefits of Free Cooling

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Coalition Provides Federal Buildings with Energy-Efficiency Recommendations

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Department of Energy Focuses on Improving Energy Efficiency of Health Care Buildings

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Greening Campus Housing

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Proposed House Legislation Would Reduce U.S. Energy Use 10 Percent

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Be Water Efficient to Save Energy

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Using the Clinton Climate Initiative to Fund Energy Efficiency Projects

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FERC Orders Electric Power Marketplace to Allow Energy Efficiency Projects

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Obama Administration Announces $3.2 Billion in Funding for Local Energy Efficiency Improvements

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National Standard for Energy Efficiency Can Save Nearly $170 Billion, Study Finds

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Many Ways Educational Facilities Can Tap Into Stimulus Money

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How to Measure Exterior Efficiency

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Energy Efficiency Programs Could Slash Demand for New Power Plants

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Saving Energy in Tenant Space With LEED CI

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Obama Focuses on Energy Efficiency

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Cap And Trade Challenges

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Stanford Tackles Energy Efficiency

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Fans May Offer Surprising Energy Savings

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Studies Show Green Building as Key Part of the U.S. Economic Future

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BOMA, CCI Finalize Model Contracts For Energy Efficient Retrofits to Commercial Real Estate

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Energy Efficiency You Can’t Control (Or Can You?)

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New Version of EnergyPlus Software Simulates Energy Use

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New Report Details Potential of Combined Heat and Power

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Performance Metrics For Lighting Systems

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Balancing Lighting Quality With Energy Efficiency

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Tax Breaks for Efficient HVAC Systems Extended

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Increasing the Energy Efficiency of Walls

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What Is a Green Performance Contract?

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Online Directory Now Includes Heating Equipment

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Guide Addresses Financing for EnergySmart Schools

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New Report Targets Energy Efficiency in Data Centers

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BOMA Energy Efficiency Challenge Reaches 100 Endorsers

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California, Oregon Top List of Efficient States

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Federal Agencies Met 2007 Energy Efficiency Goals, But Challenges Lie Ahead, Report Says

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Energy-Efficient Motors: Are They Worth the Cost?

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Energy Efficiency: Tips to Improve Energy Performance

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Geothermal heat pump systems

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ASHRAE, Green Grid Collaborate on Data Center Efficiency

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Paths to Carbon Neutralilty

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Photovoltaic Certification Facility Opens

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Tactics to Boost Efficiency, Not Data Center Downtime

Building Operating Management
Clinton Climate Initiative Unveals Program to Boost Energy Efficiency

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Health Care Executives Place Higher Priority on Energy Efficiency Than Others, Research Shows

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Making Demand-Response Work

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Environmentalist and Public Power Launch New Energy Efficiency Program

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Free Energy Design Guides Create Potentially Large Savings

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Efficient HVAC Systems May Qualify for Tax Breaks

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Report: Economic Gains From Energy Efficiency Programs Underestimated

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Commercial Real Estate Developers Should Be Green, NAIOP Says

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Consider Solar Shading to Reduce Energy Use

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Climate Change Legislation Will Create Surge in Energy Efficiency Programs, Report Says

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Publication Provides Energy-Efficiency Guidance for Small Warehouses

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Understanding Building Commissioning

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Geothermal Systems Offer Efficient Heating and Cooling

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Ground Source Heat Pumps Harness Earth Energy

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EPA, Green Grid Focus on Small Computer Room Energy Efficiency

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Energy Star Label Awareness Grows

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International Energy-Management Standard in the Works

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New York Mets’ Colors: Blue, Orange and, Now, Green

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NIST Tests Own Facilities To Find Energy Savings

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Managing Energy Managing Risk

Building Operating Management
Energy Efficiency Prescriptions for Health Care Facilities

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The Real Energy Efficiency Numbers

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New Technology Leads to Increased Energy Efficiency

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Proposed Budget Hit or Miss for Buildings Industry

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Paths to Carbon Neutralilty

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Energy Department Finalizes Regulations to Increase Energy Efficiency in New Federal Buildings

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When Selecting HVAC Products, Look at Part Load Performance

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Energy Efficiency in Small Buildings

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Small Buildings, Big Savings?

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Energy Efficiency You Can’t Control (Or Can You?)

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Rising Energy Costs, Efficiency Drives Cleantech Activity

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Renewable, Energy Efficiency Markets Could Create Significant Job Growth

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AASHE Seeks Feedback on STARS

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2007 U.S. Wind Energy Expected to Grow Beyond Estimates

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Representatives Form Green Schools Caucus

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EPA Grants First Energy Star Label for Retail Buildings

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EPA Releases Top Five Green Building Strategies for Healthcare

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Chiller Proposal Aims for Energy Savings

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Utilities Seek to Increase Energy Efficiency

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Collaboration to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Improve Energy Efficiency Defined

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Energy-Saving Proposals Target Cooling Towers, VAV

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DOE Targets Energy Efficiency in Data Centers

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States Ramp Up on Utility Efficiency Targets

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Illinois Passes Renewable Energy Standards for Utilities

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Energy Efficiency Makes the Difference

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Data Centers Hold Potential for Significant Energy Efficiency Opportunities

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DOE Aims for 30 Percent Boost in its Energy Savings

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EPA Reports Major Energy-Efficiency Opportunities for Servers, Data Centers

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ASHRAE Plans to Improve Energy Savings by 2010, Strengthen 90.1

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Pending Senate and House Energy Bills Could Create Large Energy Efficiency Savings, Emissions Reductions

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Power of Persuasion

Building Operating Management
Efficiency Starts at the Envelope

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New Rule will Boost Energy Performance in LEED Buildings by 14 percent

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Senate Approves New Energy Bill

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New Legislation Pushes Net-Zero Energy Use in Buildings

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IEA Energy Efficiency Recommendations Accepted by G8

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Vermont, Connecticut and California Lead in Promoting Efficiency, 26 Other States Lag, Report Finds

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GSA Cut Energy Consumption by 5 Percent in 2006

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Simple Conservation and Scale-Back Practices Help State of Pennsylvania Achieve Energy Goals

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New Energy Efficiency Bill Could Slash Emissions, Energy Demand

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New Utility Incentive Program for Energy Efficient Data Storage Introduced

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REIT Makes Efficiency Its Business

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Combined Approach Could Help Texas Meet Energy Demand

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Energy Assessments Reveal Opportunities for Savings

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Increased Energy Efficiency Can Help Manage Peak Demand, New Report Says

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efficient by design

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DOE Requests Expedited Process for Energy Efficiency Standards

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Market Barriers are Major Block to Energy Efficiency Investments

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flip of a switch?

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EPA To Study Data Centers' Energy Efficiency

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Engineers Recognized for Role in Energy Savings

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Study Results: Energy-efficient Schools Lower Costs, Improve Air Quality

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Stock Up on Energy Savings

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Tightfisted Ways to Cut HVAC Costs

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Insulation: Overlooked Opportunities

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Energy Department to Award $6 Million to State Partnerships to Increase Energy Efficiency

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California Program Aims to Slash Energy Use in State Buildings by 20 Percent

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A Special Report in conjunction with the National Electrical Manufacturesrs Association
The Impact of EPAct

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A Special Report in conjunction with the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute
Energy Efficiency Strategies

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Hybrid Lighting Technology Shows Potential for Energy Efficiency and Savings

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EPAct Reaches First Anniversary

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Boiler Hot Buttons

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Chiller Challenge: Energy Efficiency

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Insulation in a New Light

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Energy Gains: The Envelope, Please

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Retrocommissioning

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A New Era for Lighting

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Make the Most of Motors

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Strategies for HVAC Systems

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Industry Focus

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Commissioning: Making it Pay

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Early Returns: LEDs Show Promise for Facilities

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Chiller Technology That Saves

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Energy Efficiency: As goes California, ...

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Lamp Technology Answers User Demands

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Data Centers: Myths of Energy Efficiency

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Integration Opportunities

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Being Green Getting Easier

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Time for a Lighting Upgrade?

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When it Comes to Energy, Knowledge is Power

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New Energy Code Could Trim Costs

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Window Films Can Bring Security, Energy Gains

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Devil in the HVAC Details

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Green Energy Charges Forward

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Preventive Health Care for Buildings

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A Holiday Tale

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Heating Up Electrical Costs

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Minding Power Quality

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Windows

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New LEDs for Today’s Facilities

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LEED: A Scorecard for Green Buildings

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Demands Change, and Technology Advances

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The Elements of Energy Efficiency

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Plugged into Energy Use

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Green Building Report

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Attention, Everyone

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Energy Codes: Moving Targets

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Green Economics: Small Price for Environmental Gains

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Creating Energy Efficiency

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Green Building Report

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When it comes to energy, sometimes it’s best to go it alone

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Sooner and Later, Rightsizing Pays Off

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Do Cool Roofs Fit In Cool Climates?

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Closing Gaps in HVAC Design

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Bad News, Good News

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Windows: Repair or Replace?

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Searching for Savings

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Electric Charges Up Close

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Overload?

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Taking time, doing research essential to finding the right ESCO

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On the Horizon: Trends in Lighting Technology

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Nation’s Infrastructure Still Failing

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Maintenance Bulletin

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The Energy Payoff

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A Clean Slate

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Adaptable Workplaces

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Sustaining Sustainability

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Green Gains:

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Energy-Savings Exteriors

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Recharging Energy Services

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The Challenges of Exterior Lighting

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On-site Opportunities

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Stopping Solar Damage

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Green Building Report

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Smokescreen?

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Cars, Cars, Cars

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Lamp Specification in a New Light

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The POWER of MONITORING

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Across the Industry

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CMMS: What You Need

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Throwing Energy Worries Out the Window

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Across the Industry

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Windows of Opportunity

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Maximizing Lighting Maintenance

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Across the Industry

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Energy Incentives Reborn

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Onsite Options

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Windows, Redone Right

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The Case for Commissioning