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Solar Fabric Canopies: Energy-Generating Tenant Amenities

03/14/2019

Flexible solar panels integrated into fabric are giving tenants a new outdoor amenity that generates its own power. Here’s how you can create next-generation amenity spaces with this new solar technology.

BOMA 2019: Speakers and Exhibitors Showcase the Future Today

03/12/2019

Preparations are in full swing for an informative slate of vendors and speakers at the BOMA 2019 International Conference & Expo, which will take place June 22-25 in Salt Lake City, and attendees can see what’s next in commercial real estate.

Top Energy Efficient Trends for HVAC Systems Checklist

03/11/2019

A large part of your energy bill undoubtedly comes from your HVAC system, which is paramount for occupant comfort. But the precision and flexibility of HVAC controls has come a long way to make the technology more efficient.

LEED Zero: New Designation for Net Zero

03/11/2019

Emma Hughes, project manager for LEED, speaks with Janelle Penny about how project teams pursuing LEED certification for buildings now have a new option: LEED Zero. Learn more about this designation, including the requirements behind it and how it can benefit your building.

A Record Year at IRE 2019: From the Expo Floor

03/07/2019

The 2019 International Roofing Expo packed Nashville’s Music City Center with innovative products and solutions for every roof type. Here’s what you missed if you couldn’t make it this year.

ASHRAE Standard 211-2018 Energy Audit: More Than a Performance Indicator

03/07/2019

An energy audit is the cornerstone of any building’s energy management program. A thorough energy audit is the cornerstone of any building’s successful energy management program.

Important Considerations for Hydronic SIMS from REHAU

03/07/2019

Hydronic Snow and Ice Melting Systems are a growing resource for buildings owners who want to eliminate the time and cost of snow removal, and potential liability of falls on their properties. Mike East from REHAU shares some important things to consider with these innovative solutions.

Hydronic Snow & Ice Melting Systems for Buildings

03/05/2019

Janelle Penny speaks with Mike East from REHAU about hydronic snow and ice melting systems and how they benefit commercial buildings.

Tech Beyond Tech’s Sake: A Case for Future-Proofed Indoor Location Services

03/05/2019

Indoor Location Services provide a foundation that could be easily upgraded, updated and augmented for services such as asset tracking, wayfinding/navigation or operations. It would be a building that would become a strategic asset.

Transitioning Your School for Summer Programming

03/05/2019

We take a look at how one school successfully prepares its 18 buildings for the summer months – and the pros and cons of operating a school year-round.

Who’s Attending BOMA 2019?

03/04/2019

The BOMA 2019 International Conference & Expo is set for June 22-25 in Salt Lake City. Find out who you can expect to meet and network with – and what attendees looked like in 2018.

Maintenance Outperforms Wall Street by 10 Times

02/28/2019

As verified by nearly 40 years of Industrial Assessment Center energy audits in over 15,000 different manufacturing plants, maintenance-related energy saving ideas usually have the quickest paybacks, mostly because the capital investment is minimal to “maintain” a system you already have.

Get Started with Building Controls

02/26/2019

Building controls are more affordable than ever before, especially wireless models that are easy to retrofit. Is it time to upgrade your legacy building?

For Office Redesigns, Sustainable is Fashionable

02/26/2019

It’s no secret that sustainability is good for the environment. Many organizations have discovered it’s also good for the bottom line.

What to Consider with Tenant Amenities

02/25/2019

Tenant amenities are growing in popularity and help recruit and retain employees and occupants in your building. Christoph Trappe and Janelle Penny chat about what they’ve seen at trade shows like the BOMA International Conference & Expo, as well as some things to consider if you’re looking to incorporate some amenities in your facility.

Tenant Amenities are Trending at Industry Trade Shows

02/25/2019

Christoph Trappe and Janelle Penny discuss the tenant amenities they’ve seen at industry trade shows like BOMA International Conference & Expo. They provide examples of what an amenity could include and how to get them started in your facility.

LEED Zero: 4 Ways to Add Net Zero to Your LEED Certification

02/21/2019

The launch of LEED Zero lets project teams add a net-zero designation to their LEED certification. Here’s what it takes to earn LEED Zero.

How Data-Driven Facility Management Affects Higher Education Enrollment

02/20/2019

To stay relevant in today’s narrowing and increasingly competitive higher education market, institutions should consider implementing immediate and long-term data-driven facilities projects.

Specifying Money-Saving Products

02/19/2019

How can you be sure a product will save you money? Pepper Construction Group explains smart strategies for vetting vendors.

IRE: How to Specify a Self-Adhered Membrane

02/19/2019

Self-adhered membranes can deliver significant savings during roofing projects. Here’s how to make sure you choose the right one.