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2009 U.K. toilet awards presented; McDonald's wins top honors
2010 AIA Institute Honor Awards recognize excellence in architecture, interiors, and urban design
2010 fuel economy guide now available
AAMA voices support for energy incentive legislation
ABC Construction Backlog Indicator jumps 8.9 percent, nonresidential construction may have hit bottom
ACEEE report helps cities, counties utilize federal funds for efficiency programs
ACGIH releases updated industrial ventilation manual
Acme Brick and VAST Enterprises team on eco-friendly paving bricks
ADA requirements can be ambiguous, says AIA
Adura Technologies wins Autodesk Clean Tech Software Grant
Agilewaves announces energy management system for building owners
AIA announces positive results in integrated project delivery case studies
AIA Billings Index for March best since August 2008
AIA Billings Index holds steady in May, indicating stall in recovery
AIA: green building programs grow by 50 percent despite downturn
AIA predicts deeper-than-expected fall in non-residential construction spending
AIA reports decline in Architecture Billings Index
AIA reports significant drop in Architecture Billings Index
AIA sees further decline in nonresidential construction for 2010, modest increase in 2011
AIA selects three recipients for 2010 collaborative achievement honors
Air Quality Sciences report compares green building programs
AkzoNobel launches Glidden Professional for commercial markets
ALISON offers free ergonomics lessons
ALL Erection & Crane Rental Corp. launches 3D lift-planning tool
Allsteel Inc. launches Stride Height-Adjustable Worksurface
Allsteel seating featured on "Parks and Recreation" television show
Amazon now identifies EPEAT-certified green electronics
American Architectural Foundation to study school design from teacher perspective
Annual study finds a rise in retail theft
ARAMARK and IFMA Foundation publish guide on sustainable food service practices
Arcadia launches Islands Modular seating system
ARCHIBUS Solution Center-Romania forms Romanian Facility Management Association
ARCHIBUS updates performance benchmarks for IWMS platforms
ARCHIBUS V.18 delivers Web-based applications for space/real estate portfolio management
Architectural Billings Index falls again in April after March surge
Architecture billings index slightly higher in February after historic low
Architecture Billings Index up 1.4 points, but still indicates contracting demand
ARGUS Software to team with OSCRE on global real estate data standards
ASHES offers infection control course for non-clinical healthcare workers
ASHRAE to offer certification for building energy modeling professionals
ASHRAE to target airborne infection transmission at IAQ 2010 conference
ASHRAE Web site gives details on upcoming high-performance green building Standard 189.1
ASI intros Venus, a durable flat-face modular interior signage solution
ASTM standards cover emergency operations centers, protective clothing, fences
Australian green building council releases revised timber credit
Australia's construction jobs are getting more eco-friendly, says Green Building Council
AWEA: Recovery Act spurs U.S. wind power growth in third quarter
AWEA: U.S. market for small wind turbines grew 78 percent in 2008
AWEA: U.S. wind power industry boosts jobs by 70 percent in one year
AZEK and Barrons Lumber join to offer top exterior building products
BASF's Aseptrol S10-Tab approved for H1N1 sanitation operations
BetaLED launches luminaires with more than 100 lumens per watt
Betco launches Clario TF touch-free soap dispenser
BIFM opens nominations for 2010 awards
BLS: fatal work injuries in U.S. down in 2008
BlueLinx Corporation launches Web resource with eco-friendly building products
BOMA honors Marathon Oil Tower for best practices
BOMA International guide tells how to develop a standard operating procedure manual
BOMA International launches office measurement standard
BOMI International marks 40th anniversary with name change
Bosch Security System launches video recorder for small business security
Brazilian Association of Facilities celebrates 5 years
BRE launches training for renewable energy technologies
BRE research highlights benefits of low-carbon buildings
BRE studies sprinkler protection of car park stacking systems
BRE Trust reveals results of U.K. Display Energy Certificate data analysis
Brochure gives overview of ISO 14000 environmental management standards
BSCAI revises, upgrades building services certification programs
BSRIA offers guide for maximizing heat pumps to reduce costs, emissions
BuildingSMART alliance, McGraw-Hill Construction to take industry-wide BIM survey
Burj Khalifa, world's tallest building, opens with grand ceremony
CADsoft Consulting joins FM:Systems to deliver integrated building lifecycle management
California announces first-in-nation statewide green building standards code
California releases comprehensive climate adaptation strategy
CALMAC thermal energy storage helps Florida school system save millions in energy costs
Canada Green Building Council, BC Hydro partner on energy efficiency for buildings
Canada Green Building Council passes LEED AP certification to Green Building Certification Institute
Carbon Trust funds revolutionary organic LED "light-emitting wallpaper" to replace light bulb applications
Carbon Trust: U.K. public sector has doubled carbon cuts over last four years
Carillion to design, build and maintain addiction and mental health center in Toronto
Carousel table from Landscape Forms is now ADA compliant
Carpet and Rug Institute expands Seal of Approval categories
CDVI launches Terena Web-based access control security system
Census: U.S. construction employment declines, spending hits six-year low
Ceres report finds companies capitalizing on climate change opportunities
Ceres report touts energy efficiency as real estate investment tool
Changes for metal buildings considered in 2010 Energy Standard
China Architectural Engineering Inc. buys stake in Shanghai ConnGame
CIBSE recognizes U.K. low carbon performance
CIBSE to provide access to AMTECH building services directory
CIBSE updates its building energy metering guide
Ciria releases report on flood reliance and resistance
Citrix research: British workers waste 4.6 million hours a day commuting
Cleaning, maintenance company Zep Inc. acquires chemical supplier Amrep
Climate change a top priority for 41 percent of business leaders in survey
CNT study shows not all green buildings are alike on energy efficiency
Collaborative guide offers 40 strategies to improve IAQ
College sustainability report card: Schools increasingly going green
Color, fretting fatigue, hood systems, steel wires covered in ASTM standards
Commercial flooring agency Design Materials announces expansion plans
Commercial mortgage defaults expected to hit 17-year peak
Committee plans national meeting on smart grid and demand response
Compass Group integrates Kimco and Eurest for expanded FM services
Confidence Index shows gains for construction and contracting
Construction employment declines in 48 states compared to 2008
Construction spending declines 20 percent; pro-growth measures urged
Construction spending fell in May, says Commerce Department
Construction spending up in March, says Commerce Department
Controlled Power Company launches centralized emergency lighting inverter
Cool Solutions Group providing FM services to Elevation Church
COP15 produces international agreement on climate change
CoR Advisors formed to help building owners achieve energy and operating efficiencies
Cornell University to end coal use with new combined heat and power plant
Corporations form coalition to boost availability of energy efficient, eco-friendly leased space
Costs of energy efficiency hold steady at 2.5 cents/kWh as new power costs rise
Customer support of Autodesk FMDesktop transitioning to FM:Systems
Cyberlux Corporation and Spectrum Brands teaming on Rayovac brand LED lighting products
Cyberlux delivers emergency lighting product to Spectrum Brands
Cyclone Power Technologies to develop waste-oil-powered generator for Phoenix Power Group
Daimer bio-based carpet and upholstery cleaner removes stains without residue
Danby Marble line from Vermont Quarries Corp. now distributed by Pental Granite & Marble
Darden announces portfolio-wide sustainable design initiative
Davis Furniture introduces the Prime chair series, designed with ribbed veneer
Dean Evans & Associates begins benchmarking for facility scheduling and resource utilization
Dean Evans unveils its next generation of business intelligence systems
Delmar offers DEWALT handbook for construction estimating
Design competition honors 47 commercial LED lighting products
Despite downturn, most companies plan to increase sustainability
DHS launches emergency response collaboration
DHS Web tool to increase transparency, collaboration
Dinoflex rubber flooring earns IAQ certification
Direct Source, Milestone Systems team on video surveillance system
DOE honors top R&D achievements in solid-state lighting
DOE issues Recovery Act Buy American waiver for compact fluorescent lamps
DOE launches interactive Web site on energy information
DOE launches Save Energy Now LEADER program with 32 companies
DOE, partners standardize energy efficiency metrics for data centers
DOE study shows integration of 20 percent wind power is feasible
DOE Wind for Schools program funds universities in five states
DOL launches worksite and industry-specific data from OSHA and more
Dow Building Solutions insulation products achieve Cradle to Cradle certification
Dulux intros paint line that reduces eco-impact over life cycle
DuPont Landscape Systems and ForeverLawn team on synthetic grass
Duro-Last introduces new vinyl rib roofing system
Ecobee launches Energy Management System for smart and green HVAC technology
EcoLogo debuts environmental standard for hand sanitizers
EcoLogo to revise green cleaning standard
Efficiency coalition offers ARRA compliance guide for state energy codes
EIA: Global CO2 emissions projected to increase 39 percent by 2030
EIA projects energy-related emissions will drop 5 percent in 2009
EIA projects moderate growth in energy consumption, greater use of renewable energy
EIA: U.S. emissions decreased by 2.2 percent in 2008
EIA: U.S. energy-related carbon dioxide emissions drop 2.8 percent in 2008
Emerging Energy Research sees growth for global offshore wind industry in next decade
Employees more productive in green buildings, study finds
Empower Software gives smart energy management to the consumer
Energy disclosure and mandatory upgrade policies could improve efficiency
Energy-saving retrofits from Cypress Envirosystems provided 11-month payback for California county
Engineering News-Record publishes 2010 ENR Square Foot Costbook
EPA: 35 Midwest communities commit to reduce carbon footprints
EPA accepting applications for EnergyStar National Building Competition
EPA actions address chemicals of concern, including phthalates
EPA analysis shows reduction in 2008 toxic chemical releases
EPA awards first Energy Star to food-processing plants
EPA, DOE join states to speed U.S. energy efficiency progress
EPA identifies three industries to help fund cleanup of environmental releases
EPA, NREL partner to develop clean energy on contaminated sites
EPA recognizes clean air leaders in nation's schools
EPA releases annual enforcement results with interactive map
EPA releases guidance to help federal facilities better manage stormwater
EPA releases updated mobile source emissions model
EPA rule reduces pollutants from existing stationary diesel engines
EPA rules to reduce pollutants from air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment
EPA's Energy Star Leaders quadrupled energy savings in 2009
EPA study finds little concern from use of recycled tires in outdoor applications
EPA to disclose more chemical risk information
EPA Web site launch offers easier access to proposed regulations
EPEAT expands green electronics rating system to Singapore
EPEAT raises green electronics standards after year of expansion
EquaTerra expands facilities management and real estate to maximize support functions
EU-OSHA releases preliminary risk assessment survey
Exelon Energy offers Apogee Web audit to assess energy and carbon footprints
Experts say renewable energies will improve worker health in the U.S.
ExxonMobil investment highlights growing interest in algae biofuel projects
Facility management ranks 11 in list of jobs with high salary growth
Federal agencies creating building efficiency research center
FERC: demand response could cut U.S. peak power demand by 20%
Fike introduces Explosion Isolation Pinch Valve
First integrated green construction code to launch in 2010
Florida Power and Light halts infrastructure investments
FMA,FM Charity Network Forum form alliance
FM Expo show supports growing FM presence in Middle East
FM:Systems and Jones Lang LaSalle form partnership on space, occupancy management solutions
FM Topics-of-Interest Survey
Ford announces voluntary portfolio-wide dealer sustainability program
Galley Eco Capital launches educational series on green finance
Gartner survey finds more people using personal laptops at work
Geberit North America launches dual-flush toilets with buttons indicating size of flush
Generac Power and Fiat Powertrain form strategic partnership for diesel engines supply
Generac Power Systems launches two lines of portable generators
GenNx360 completes tender offer for GVI Security, provider of video surveillance solutions
Georgia-Pacific earns "Green Approved" certifications for multiple structural wood products
Geothermal and solar energy associations urge government action on clean energy
Global building automation market predicted to grow 3 percent by 2015
Global environmental monitoring platform unveiled at COP 15
Global FM releases 2009 annual review
Global real estate leaders form International Sustainability Alliance
Grand Canyon West resort invests in IndigoVision's wireless surveillance
Green Building Council conference will promote green building in Africa
Green building groups adopt common global carbon language
Green Building Square Foot Costbook provides square foot costs of sustainable projects
Green building training grants now available for higher education facilities
Green building trends predicted for 2010 include energy labeling, net zero buildings
Green Confidence Index shows increase in green products interest
Greener Product LLC's Web platform for LEED products approves third party certifications
Green power usage rose in 2009 among EPA partners
Green Product Association launched to advance sustainable building products
Green Star credit now encourages best practice PVC use in Australia
Green Star steel credit revision to drive best practice steel production
GSA creates template for more sustainable cafeterias
GSA energy services agreements to help federal agencies meet sustainability goals
HÁG chairs selected for Climate Conference
Hara environmental and energy management software chosen by Safeway Inc.
Harvard Business Publishing article says saving the planet not the only reason to go green
Haworth reaches zero landfill status
Herman Miller again tops FORTUNE category for most admired companies
Herman Miller, Inc., forms alliance with Trainor Modular Walls
Honeywell completes stimulus-backed solar project for Wilmington, Delaware
Honeywell survey finds school districts pinched by rising energy bills
Honeywell to improve efficiency of Melbourne buildings via Clinton Climate Initiative
HP Products Corporation acquires Great Lakes & Chemical
HSE research shows surprising attitudes towards U.K. health and safety
IAPMO releases green plumbing and mechanical code supplement
Iberdrola Renewables completes construction of wind plant in Rugby, North Dakota
IBM and Johnson Controls join forces to enhance energy and operational efficiencies
IBM debuts green data center exhibit at Disney
IBM global survey shows gap in sustainability strategies
IBM report on fleet management exposes myths, such as truck pollution inevitable
ICC publishes green construction code for commercial buildings
ICLEI to expand Green Office Challenge across U.S.
Iconic skyscrapers are going green
Corporate Knights announces Global 100 most sustainable corporations
IEA: Nations should build on economy-forced emissions cuts
IEA projects first drop in world electricity use since 1945
IFMA Facility Fusion conference set for Philadelphia, with FMLink as a sponsor
IFMA Foundation, NW efficiency alliance release energy savings guide
IFMA Foundation offers guide for sustainable lighting
IFMA / Johnson Controls survey shows growing interest in energy efficiency, but barriers to investment
IFMA research reveals latest trends in distributed work strategies
IFMA study examines office temperature complaints, FM responses
Global Construction 2020 sees emerging markets as setting development pace
Industrial Designers Society of America, Sustainable Minds partner on sustainable design
Info-Tech offers energy efficiency metrics for data center
Initiative invites landscaping projects to pilot national rating system
In poll, security practitioners say combination of education and experience is best
Institute for Market Transformation applauds D.C. energy disclosure law
In survey, American workers say sick co-workers should stay home
In survey, working adults say they would sacrifice comfort to save energy
International Code Council calls for seismic safety principles when rebuilding Haiti
International Energy Agency's 2008 global wind energy report documents growing capacity
Intertek launches Green Leaf Mark certificate program for furniture, building products.
IREM sustainable real estate management course wins USGBC approval
Safety News Alert lists top stories in 2009
ISO/IEC standard to globally harmonize energy efficiency, renewables terms
ISSA offers updated version of InfoClean software for workload and staffing
Janitorial services provider CleanPower, LLC, certified by ISSA for meeting green standards
Japan scores as top nation to reduce its IT carbon footprint, says ITC Sustainability Index
J+J/Invision intros Night at the Circus carpeting line
Johns Manville's formaldehyde-free fiber glass insulation awarded SCS certification
Johnson Electric launches motors for HVAC valve actuators
Jones Lang LaSalle: 40 cities show promising development in China
Jones Lang LaSalle and CoreNet Global survey shows real estate execs unprepared for lease changes
Jones Lang LaSalle launches green consultancy service
Jones Lang LaSalle to open Cairo office in 2010
Keres awarded federal contracts with GSA, Homeland Security, Indian Health Service
Kimball Office | interstuhl intros ultra-comfortable Fit chair
Kimberly-Clark intros high-efficiency HVAC filtration media
Kimberly Clark Professional launches campaign on advantages of paper towels
Kimberly-Clark ranks high on list of top corporate citizens
Kohler Co. products enhance Charmin holiday restrooms in Times Square
KONE EcoStart installed on D.C. airport escalators to save energy
KONE to supply elevators, escalators in China and Dubai
Landfill projects recognized for turning trash to power
Landscape Forms intros flexible, attractive recycling bin system
Landscape Forms unveils Metro40 site furniture from shelters and lighting to benches and bollards
LEDtronics, Inc. intros LED replacements for recessed T-bar fluorescent ceiling luminaires
Leonardo Academy announces 2009 survey of LEED-EB costs, benefits
Leopardo wins contract to build out Chicago campus of Adler School
LG Electronics first to earn UL Environment's sustainable product certification for high-tech equipment
Lighting group formed to develop standardized specs for LED light engines
Lime Energy tapped to improve energy efficiency at post offices
Linc Health completes brand consolidation of sister health care companies
Living Cities report: Sustainability is a top priority for many city leaders
London leads U.K. property recovery, says Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
London office space vacancies decline for first time in two years
LoopNet launches mobile commercial real estate search application
Los Angeles approves green business program
"Low Carbon World" Web site aims to speed transition to green economy
Lumenergi retrofits lighting systems of two California federal buildings
Lumiette designs energy-efficient octagonal flat panel lamp
Manhattan Software donates CAFM software to Pratt FM program
Manufacturers announce commitment to phase out harmful flame retardant
McDonald's sets goal of reducing energy use in each store by 3 percent
MicroMain Web Request maintenance management software has enhanced user interface
Mintek intros glossary of terms for CMMS and EAM systems
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation intros energy-saving multi-elevator control technology
Modest rebound seen for construction in the coming year, predicts McGraw-Hill Construction
Modius and RF Code team on data center efficiency monitoring
Monthly architecture billings index highest since August 2008
MRSA infections morph, increase in California hospitals
National Electrical Manufacturers Association publishes dimming incandescents standard
National Governors Association announces retrofit programs for energy efficiency
National Lighting Bureau notes lighting upgrade opportunity
NEMA survey shows increase in demand for lighting equipment
New ASTM mortar standard is resource for historic preservation
New ASTM standards cover stone, fire resistance, security fences
New blog supports campus green building
New EPA online forum covers brownfields, recycling, waste management
New ICC/McGraw-Hill book tackles masonry structural design
New IPD commercial real estate index shows negative growth for 2008
New RICS FM qualification recognizes vocational experience
New smog regulations proposed
New statistics show improvements in U.K. workplace safety, health
New York City enacts laws to boost energy efficiency of commercial buildings
NFS Hospitality Corporation launches room and resource scheduling solution
Nilfisk-Advance expands its cleaning equipment operations in Brazil and Mexico
Nilfisk-Advance's rider-scrubber with EcoFlex System wins 2009 top product award
Nine out of town retailers find video surveillance effective
NIOSH publications cover respirators, musculoskeletal injuries
NIOSH publications cover safe and healthy green jobs, schools, more
Nonresidential Construction Index indicates recession-like conditions will continue
NORESCO to implement $34 million in energy upgrades on Capitol Hill
North Carolina bars and restaurants go smoke-free
Notifier fire alarm/mass notification systems now provide multi-media alert services
NREL, Cornell Web site helps campuses go green
NREL: Green power up 20 percent in one year
NREL offers open access to its energy data
NREL researchers: Dynamic windows could cut building energy use by one-eighth
NREL seeks energy decision makers for national education program
NREL study says wind power could be 20 percent of supply by 2024
NRG to supply energy services to University Medical Center of Princeton
Number of ENERGY STAR projects jumps 60 percent in one year
Obama sets goal of 28 percent GHG reduction in federal buildings by 2020
Office Depot debuts NASCAR-themed Tony Stewart leather bonded chair
OfficeMax broadens selection of desk and workplace furniture
OfficeMax launches ENGAGE brand for technology and accessories
Online wireless technology used for new hotel lock from Salto Systems
Open-air Hajj Terminal in Saudi Arabia receives 2010 AIA 25-year award
Optimum Energy service helps chiller plants maximize HVAC efficiency
OSHA booklet outlines hexavalent chromium standards
OSHA proposes recordkeeping change to better identify workplace-related MSDs
OSHA provides additional earthquake, structural collapse safety information
OSHA to strengthen integrity of outreach training program
OSHA videos provide respirator, facemask safety guidance
Outdoor lighting agreement would reduce energy use, improve lighting quality
Outsourcing professionals association names top outsourcing firms and advisors
Overhead Door Corporation introduces RapidSlat door system
Paladin SmartGrid from EDSA removes barrier to alternative energy use
Panduit offers Unified Physical Infrastructure solution for data center energy management
Panel pushes for strategic approach to energy management
Pan-Europe poll shows what Europeans think about working conditions
Perkins+Will is first architecture firm to win National Building Museum Honor Award
P&G Professional to supply laundry products, services to Premier healthcare alliance
Philips completes transformation of Times Square ball and numerals to all LED Lighting
Philosopher Kings documentary looks at lives of custodians
Pike Research launches building efficiency advisory service
Pittsburgh Corning intros LightWise engineered glass block panels
Planon announces Higher Education team and upgrade program
Planon Group launches updated real estate and FM software solution
Planon Group real estate software recognized with Frost & Sullivan Product Leadership award
PlasmaTech intros keyless door lock
Poll: One-third of property pros unaware of dangers of mold
Powr-Flite survey addresses wet/dry vacuums
Private nonresidential construction spending falls for fifth month
Pro Clean achieves first CIMS-GB certification in Florida, 11th nationwide
Prototype LEED Gold Office Depot reduces emissions 23 percent
Publication marks first decade of Energy Star program
Public sector projects to boost 2010 construction demand in Singapore
PURE Bioscience announces launch of biobased disinfectants
PwC: global engineering, construction deals decline 67 percent in first half 2009
Rain Bird's float named most beautiful in Tournament of Roses Parade
Real Estate Institute of Canada endorses BOMA BESt eco-certification program
Real Estate Management benchmarking study of office buildings shows modest rise in income, costs
REALpac/FPL survey shows Canadian real estate confidence up
Recovery Act: $47 million DOE award will boost data center efficiency
Recovery Act: DOE awards labs $104 million for efficiency technologies
Recovery Act: DOE grants more than $37 million for next-generation lighting
Recovery Act: DOE invests over $20.5 million in community renewable energy projects
Recovery Act: DOT awards $8 billion for high-speed rail
Recovery Act-funded solar roof will serve as model for Kansas City, Kansas
Recovery Act: Obama awards $2.3 billion for clean-tech manufacturing jobs
Reliance Foundry sees trend of using bollards to create safe perimeters
Rendezvous solution from NFS Hospitality chosen for workflow management at University of Manchester
Reno Contracting offers green building services with new Reno ESP business group
Report: Australia reaches highest office vacancy rate in five years
Report: Climate change already impacting U.S., world
Report: Construction spending better than expected in February
Report: Developing world passes OECD on energy demand
Report: Green building to pump $554 billion into U.S. economy by 2013
Report introduces new discipline for engineering low-carbon built environments
Report: More than half of CRE professionals expect salary increases in 2010
Report: Renewable energy could be 40 percent of electricity by 2050
Report says billions could be saved through low-emission distributed energy
Report shows poor asbestos management in numerous U.K. schools
Report: U.K. FM market shifting toward multi-service providers
Report: U.S. to achieve sizable emissions reductions from state-led actions
Report: U.S. utilities increased energy efficiency 43% spending in 2009
Research and Markets intros Top Ten Global Energy Trends in 2010
Research: Lack of coordination between IT and FM may hinder energy cost reductions
RICS global property survey shows third-quarter improvement
RICS report shows rise in distress sales of commercial property
RIDGID launches online tool to help manage digital information at construction sites
Rusted joins J+J/Invision's Magnify collection of broadloom and carpet squares
Sacramento utility receives huge response to renewable energy feed-in tariff
SANYO North America Corp. to provide cleaner air for Mann Theatres
Schindler Elevator Corporation to provide escalators and moving walkways at Los Angeles airport
Schlage's SecureKey door locks rekey in seconds
SCPPA chooses Ice Energy storage solution to reduce California's peak demand
SCTE initiative guides cable system operators
Second Nature offering fellowships for green conferences
Second-quarter drilling falls nearly 50% compared to a year ago
Security Executive Council survey finds budget crunches in security departments
SEES, Inc., offering free online energy audits
SEIA: Solar industry grew at record pace in 2008
Sempra Generation to sell solar power to Pacific Gas and Electric
SEPA report: Utilities with most solar power are still adding the most
Seven chapters of the U.S. Green Building Council recognized for excellence
Seven ProTeam vacuums win CRI Gold Seal of Approval
Several states, regions worldwide join The Climate Group
Singapore schools to offer joint facilities/events management degree
SMART 2020 Web site tracks information and communications technology energy efficiency
Smart Digital Signboard from American Industrial Systems is wireless, has high brightness display
Sodexo to provide food service to Nuffield Health Group
Sol, Inc.'s solar lights illuminate nighttime relief efforts in Haiti
Sopogy inaugurates MicroCSP solar thermal plant
SRS wins Connecticut Innovations investment to assess sustainability issues
State of Idaho taps NorthWrite's Energy Expert Software to improve school efficiency
Stimulus slow to help nonresidential construction, yet index is up 26 percent
Study finds increased productivity, lower vacancy, higher rents in green buildings
Sub-national governments unveil climate actions at Climate Change Conference
Survey: building security important to Americans, says SFPE
Survey by Avery shows one in three U.K. office workers fail going green
Survey by FMLink, others, finds aggressive approach to energy savings
Survey: Durability tops architects' rank of most important green product attributes
Surveyed small business owners say savings are not the top reason for going green
Survey: Empowering employees to personalize their spaces improves productivity
Survey finds 35 percent increase in 2008 green roof installations
Survey finds 41% of U.K. businesses have no swine flu contingency plan
Survey: K-12 school districts fighting security breaches
Survey shows growing interest in retrofitting office space to meet sustainability goals
Survey shows that eco-friendly retailers are enjoying better-than-average growth
Survey: Sustainable space becoming critical worldwide
Sustainable Buildings Industry Council announces Beyond Green awards for high-performing buildings
Sustainable Forestry Initiative sets higher standard for certified wood fiber in products
Teknion earns sustainability recognition from University of Ottawa
Tennant Company opens new technical center for floor coatings
Top FMLink stories from 2009
Trendway adds architectural and casegood products to its Workplace Products collection
Trina Solar completes Europe's largest rooftop solar system
Twenty percent of U.K. construction sites fail health and safety checks
Two out of three in BIFM poll see coming year as more difficult than the last
Tyco International acquires another security business, Brink's Broadview Security
UGL Unicco expands sustainability offerings with launch of Sustainability Services
UGL Unicco first to use Activeion purification system
UGL Unicco offers flu preparedness and business continuity plan
UGL Unicco wins five-year contract to provide full FM services at Quincy University
U.K. accountant group offers tips for workplace sustainability
U.K. construction tenders set to keep falling until 2011
U.K. employees say they want to help their companies save money and energy
UL Environment launches energy efficiency certification mark
UL Environment to set standards for sustainable roofing materials and thermal insulation
UNFCCC receives list of government climate pledges
Universal Consumer Products launches Deckorators aluminum deck railing
University of Illinois awarded first LEED Platinum for business facility
University of Illinois taps Renaissance Lighting for sustainable lighting project
Updated Regulations.gov provides easier access to federal regulations
Urban Land Institute releases book on making existing offices greener and more energy efficient
U.S. construction spending showed surprise rise in April
USGBC partners with Second Nature to discount online sustainability courses
USGBC seeks environmental impact labels for buildings
U.S. Gypsum is first to complete UL/ICC dual evaluation and certification
U.S. pledges $85 million to help deploy clean energy in developing countries
U.S. Postal Service taps green cleaning products from Organic Product Solutions
Utica National Insurance Group selects UGL Unicco for green cleaning
VAST Enterprises launches larger composite landscape pavers
Venture capital investment in green technologies down in 2009, but number of deals is up
VFA, Inc. introduces Seismic Assessment solution
VFA, R&K Engineering tapped for property support of federal buildings
VoiceNation survey: Companies lack voice communication continuity plans
Walmart announces goals to shrink its environmental footprint via suppliers
Waterless Company survey shows growing recognition of need to conserve water
WattStopper intros occupancy sensors with dual relay multi-way sensors
Web portal offers tools for green fleet management
WebTMA chosen as Computerized Maintenance Management System of Louisiana Tech University
Workers who say they are bored are more likely to die young
WorldGBC, International Union of Architects partner for sustainability
Writing instrument brands partner with TerraCycle to upcycle throwaway pens
Zpryme research predicts green building markets will grow 146 percent