Category: #sustainable
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Sustainability Upgrades That Boost Commercial Property Value
In today’s market, sustainability is more than just a buzzword. It is a smart investment that can increase the value of any commercial property. Tenants want greener spaces. Investors look for buildings that cost less to run. As a result, simple upgrades can make a big difference and set your building apart from the competition.…
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Watts News Release: Merger of Nexa and TDG
Watts Water Technologies is excited to announce the strategic merger of two of its flagship digital brands, Nexa™ and The Detection Group™, creating a comprehensive solution for Intelligent Water Management across commercial buildings. The combination brings together Nexa, Watts’ powerful intelligent water management platform, with The Detection Group’s market-leading wireless leak detection technology, trusted by Fortune 500…
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Associated Materials Launches ASCEND® Cladding Accessories
Associated Materials Innovations (AMI) is expanding its ASCEND® Composite Cladding line with a full suite of color-matched accessories engineered to help contractors make full-system installs more efficient and visually unified. Launching just in time for peak siding season, the new J-Channel, trims and outside corner post profiles create a high-end finish with no caulking, sealing or painting required.…
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Sabey Breaks Ground on Final Phase of Ashburn Campus
Sabey Data Centers, a leading data center developer, owner and operator, announces today it is under way on the construction for Building A, the third and final facility on its highly connected Ashburn campus. Located in Loudoun County’s renowned “Data Center Alley,” this expansion will initially deliver 18 megawatts of leasable power capacity, with an additional…
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Sabey Breaks Ground on Final Phase of Ashburn Campus
Sabey Data Centers, a leading data center developer, owner and operator, announces today it is under way on the construction for Building A, the third and final facility on its highly connected Ashburn campus. Located in Loudoun County’s renowned “Data Center Alley,” this expansion will initially deliver 18 megawatts of leasable power capacity, with an additional…
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Future-Proof Building Envelopes for Comfort and Resilience
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In an era where building owners juggle tenant expectations, rising energy costs, and unpredictable weather patterns, the building envelope is no longer just a shell — it’s a frontline defense against discomfort, damage, and profit loss. A neglected roof leak, an echoing tenant suite, or outdated insulation can all erode the performance — and reputation…
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Simplex Tool Enhances Fire Alarm Maintenance, Response
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Johnson Controls, the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today launches Simplex Incident Manager, a complete web-based fire alarm management workstation for campuses and large facilities. This next-generation workstation from Johnson Controls includes an advanced interface and feature set that enhances the fire alarm management experience, helping facility teams keep their buildings protected around…
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How Transit Contributes to Sustainable Building Certification
1. Introduction: Building’s Sustainability Certifications Did a question ever hit your mind, like, what if, along with your building’s sustainability, there is a green environment outside on the road. As the era is revolutionizing, developers are paying attention to energy efficiency and water conservation systems, while moving towards green building certifications. But, here transportation affects…
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Air-Con International- Regulatory Shifts and the Future of HVAC
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Global Regulatory Trends The HVAC industry stands at a critical juncture, facing substantial regulatory pressures aimed at reducing its environmental impact through the phased elimination of high Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants. Driven by international agreements and local environmental guidelines, manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers are swiftly transitioning towards more sustainable alternatives. This shift is…
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Philadelphia Launches $40M Soil Recycling Plant
Alterra IOS, a prominent player in the industrial outdoor storage (IOS) sector that has acquired over 300 sites nationwide, today announced the completion and grand opening of a $40 million soil clean washing facility in South Philadelphia in partnership with Eco Materials, a leading innovator in construction resource recovery. The new plant offers a sustainable…