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    WeWork taps new CEO from Cushman & Wakefield as it exits bankruptcy

    John Santora, a more than 40-year Cushman & Wakefield veteran, has been appointed as CEO and director, effective June 12, WeWork said.

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    High-performing submarkets show location and quality are key in life sciences

    Ongoing movement to top-tier facilities in core markets is underscoring the need for lab operators to improve space and add attractive amenities, according to JLL.

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    NYC approves second set of zoning changes

    The updates remove a decades-old rule that barred certain commercial building uses, among the changes that aim to boost commercial corridors, promote life sciences activity and bolster manufacturing in the city.

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    Budderfly’s CEO on accelerating clean technology adoption in commercial buildings

    Al Subbloie discusses the slow adoption of ground-source heat pumps and highlights the benefits of outsourcing energy management and using software to boost efficiency and cut carbon emissions.

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    Johnson Controls launches global data center business

    The new entity will focus on leveraging Johnson Controls’ scale to provide integrated solutions to data center customers as the company sees surging revenue from this market.

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    Planning for parking demand today and tomorrow

    Experts see declines overall but growth in some areas and facility types, with the only certainty being more change ahead.

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    Sustainability upgrade value could offset office fit-out costs as price increases slow

    Green energy solutions and low-carbon materials could offer long-term returns on investment, according to fit-out guides by CBRE, Cushman & Wakefield and JLL.

    Updated June 12, 2024
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    Tax on gas-powered large buildings will go to voters in Berkeley, California

    The ballot measure would tax buildings 15,000 square feet or larger based on gas consumption, estimated methane leaked during the delivery of gas and the social costs of carbon and methane.

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    Geothermal system is a US first

    The networked, utility-owned system in the pilot could replace fossil fuel for heating and cooling across 36 buildings, including five commercial buildings.

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    Facilities management conferences ahead in 2024

    Improving building management processes, streamlining operations and meeting sustainability goals are key focal points at events across the U.S.

    Updated June 7, 2024
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    $45M available for energy efficiency retrofits: DOE

    Washington, D.C., and five states are receiving funds for revolving loan programs that small businesses can tap for energy audits, upgrades and retrofits, the U.S. Department of Energy said.

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    DOE releases zero-emissions building definition, part 1

    The definition will bring clarity to support decarbonization efforts and enable clean energy technologies that can make U.S. buildings more comfortable, said U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm.

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    Insurance costs of US commercial buildings could jump almost 80%, on average, by 2030: Deloitte

    To combat rising costs, driven by increasing climate risks, property owners should consider prevention measures, self-insurance and relocation, a report says.

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    Illinois bill to swap fluorescent lamps for LED lights awaits governor’s approval

    The Illinois State Senate and House of Representatives have passed legislation to phase out fluorescent bulbs. The legislation, if signed into law, is expected to provide over $1.5 billion in utility savings.

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    5 US cities prime for office-to-residential conversions

    Many office buildings have layouts that are difficult to turn into housing, but the pipeline of conversions remains strong, according to an Urban Institute analysis.

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    JLL taps Kristen Vosmaer for its Work Dynamics data center business

    The firm says hiring the former GLP executive will help it meet client demand as the data center industry experiences “massive, unprecedented growth.”

    Updated June 5, 2024
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    Cove implements its building operating systems across EQ Office properties

    The system, which manages work orders, preventive maintenance and inspection, will also allow tenants and visitors to unlock entrances from their phones, the company said.

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    Work-based youth learning programs can augment talent development strategies, report says

    Even as companies launch apprenticeships and courses in areas like machine technologies, employers express concerns about a lack of funding and staff resources to run internship programs.

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    Honeywell acquires Carrier’s Global Access Solutions business for $4.95B

    The LenelS2, Onity and Supra brands of physical security and access control systems are among the products the acquisition adds to Honeywell's portfolio.

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    Building code compliance not enough to protect builders from lawsuits

    Facing outdated construction guidelines, contractors and engineers need to keep up with climate change data to shield themselves from lawsuits, legal experts said at a recent building innovation conference.

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    Ameresco starts $33M energy efficiency overhaul at US National Archives

    The modernization project aims to generate $2 million in annual savings and cut fossil fuel use by 72% in the federal agency’s two locations, the company says.

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    New retrofit playbook offers road map for building emission reductions

    The free online resource provides assessment tools, guides and case studies of over 10 buildings, including New York City’s Empire State Building, says RMI, part of the team that developed the playbook.

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    Improved monitoring can offset building emissions reduction costs: R-Zero

    Occupancy sensing technologies can help to automate HVAC cycles, lighting and cleaning schedules to match occupancy changes, save energy and boost comfort, according to the firm’s Building Intelligence Index.

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    New York City Council passes legislation to enhance parking garage safety measures

    If signed into law, the legislation would mandate more frequent inspections, increased civil penalties and structural assessments to ensure the integrity of the city’s parking structures.

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    BrainBox AI snaps up automation division from Turntide

    The transaction adds more than 1,900 connected buildings to BrainBox AI's network and enhances the automated building firm's climate tech efforts, it says.