Building Systems/O&M

Everything You Need to Know About Lawn Grubs

Feb. 12, 2025

Have you noticed grubs in your turf? 2025’s weather patterns are giving them a better chance to survive, which can lead to lawn damage. Here’s what you need to know about grub...

Energy & Water Efficiency

How the Break-Fix Mentality Hinders Progress on Building Performance Standards

Matt Pittinger

Feb. 7, 2025

Building Systems/O&M

8 Lessons from 2024: Preparing for Smarter Landscaping and Snow Removal in 2025

Tom Marsan

Jan. 29, 2025

What are you doing to keep workers safe on your roof?

Fire & Life Safety

Fall Protection Focus: Rooftop Fall Protection Systems

Philip Jacklin

Jan. 24, 2025

Doors that are properly closed and locked can be enough to deter an active shooter in a school or community space.

Building Systems/O&M

Setting the Standard for Building Safety with Secure Doors

James Gammon

Jan. 24, 2025

HVAC

What is ASHRAE 90.1?

Lauren Brant

Jan. 21, 2025

ASHRAE 90.1, a globally influential energy efficiency standard for commercial buildings, establishes minimum requirements for new construction, additions, and systems. The 2022...

Exterior of modern glass building with ventilation grates.

HVAC

Striking the Balance: Ventilation Strategies for Optimal Indoor Air Quality and Energy Efficiency

Kevin Scarborough

Jan. 17, 2025

Explore the challenges of maximizing indoor air quality while minimizing energy consumption, the impact of outdoor air quality extremes, and innovative solutions to create healthier...

HVAC

Optimizing HVAC Systems to Create Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings (GEBs)

Brad Pilgrim

Jan. 15, 2025

Smart HVAC systems can cut costs, slash emissions, and enable a greener grid. Here’s how.

BlackRock’s office was designed to encourage collaboration.

Case Studies

Lighting Design Strategies Help Bridge the Divide between Comfort and Efficiency in Commercial Properties

Shawn Fisher

Jan. 8, 2025

Explore how the team at BlackRock’s New York City headquarters used lighting, shade, and control strategies to maximize comfort and meet the company’s goals.

HVAC

Free Checklist: HVAC Maintenance for the Whole Year

Jan. 6, 2025

As any facility professional knows, HVAC maintenance is a crucial part of keeping building occupants comfortable and safe—but those tasks will change depending on the time of ...