Decarbonization/Net Zero

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Decarbonization/Net Zero

What is a Net Zero Building?

Feb. 27, 2024
What defines a net zero building? The White House and U.S. Department of Energy recently announced a national definition, along with three principles and guidelines on how buildings...
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Smart Buildings

Top 7 Growth Opportunities for Smart Buildings in 2024

Decarbonization and occupant experience enhancement to shape future growth potential of smart buildings.
Industry News

ASHRAE Shifts Focus to Decarbonization in Existing Buildings

The most recent update to ASHRAE’s energy efficiency standard seeks to reduce carbon emissions in the existing building stock.
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Decarbonization/Net Zero

Retrofits for Decarbonization: Two Carbon-Cutting Projects

Dec. 6, 2023
When you replace older building systems, are you considering your carbon emissions? These two projects made progress toward a zero-carbon future.
Brendan Hall, environmental policy analyst for the EPA, explains the basics of Building Performance Standards. Joining him on a panel at IFMA’s 2023 World Workplace conference were Dr. Sharon Jaye, building performance policy manager for Denver’s Office of Climate Action, Sustainability and Resiliency, and Zachary Hart, associate director of energy and sustainability programs for Touchstone IQ.
Decarbonization/Net Zero

Building Performance Standards: How to Get Ready (IFMA 2023)

Sept. 29, 2023
Building Performance Standards, policies aimed at decarbonizing the building sector, are spreading across the U.S. Building owners and managers need to start planning now.