April 8, 2010 - There is an inarguable spotlight on sustainability right now with an emphasis on the flashier items such as solar power or wind turbines. Consequently, building owners often do not realize that the greenest solution is right under their nose. Existing building commissioning (EBCx) has a proven track record to reduce energy costs for facilities with a relatively short payback.
March 4, 2010 - It’s no secret to anyone that data storage has exploded in the last decade. Individuals are now able to store and share gigabytes of photos of family vacations, at no cost. Gmail, Hotmail and others offer consumers free access and storage to immense amounts of data.
Feb. 18, 2010 - Most corporations and their management executives are familiar with Corporate Social Responsibility and the benefits it can bring. However, less are familiar with a new term — Corporate Environmental Responsibility (CER) and the Return on Investment it can bring to a company when implemented properly.
Jan. 28, 2010 - Green incentives were arguably the most significant group of tax credits and deductions for businesses this past year. Companies that took steps to “go green” were eligible for up to four different sources of savings – with tax incentives being offered from the federal, state and local governments, plus...
Jan. 28, 2010 - In a tough economy and with lots of pressure to go green, 2010 is fast becoming the year for businesses to consider going solar. There are lots of reasons for this: One is for the greening of the environment. The other is for the green of money. With recently enacted incentives and rising energy costs, renewable energy has never been cheaper. And believe it or not, even a Midwest climate is ideal for solar energy.
Jan. 28, 2010 - As we look at what’s to come in 2010 and beyond, it’s a good time to reflect. Those contemplating design and construction projects are certain to consider what they can do to bring in more business, gain a stronger connection with the community, improve staff’s effectiveness, and positively impact their bottom line.
Jan. 28, 2010 - Renewable energy is all the rage, grabbing headlines everywhere we turn, but for the uninformed, turning trends into tangibles is sometimes a tricky business. No doubt many executives want to contribute positively to slowing global warming and reducing dependence on fossil fuels, but the financial realities of a very tough economy can make even the most altruistic of Boards take pause.
Jan. 28, 2010 - People understand that Green is good, and many people want to choose Greener options. But who isn’t easily confused by marketing messages claiming one product is Greener than another? Become a savvy Green consumer by understanding that there is no such thing as a Green product – only products with Green attributes.
Jan. 28, 2010 - Kermit the Frog, that famous character from the children’s classic “The Muppet Show,” hit the nail on the head with his famous line, “It's not easy being green.” Those in the transportation industry can certainly attest to that fact, considering the industry must rely almost exclusively on diesel fuel to power the trucks that hit the roads daily to deliver the billions of pounds of goods that keep our economy running.
Jan. 28, 2010 - Going green is at the top of everyone's mind, but for some companies it is a federally mandated obligation. As “going green” becomes a social and professional standard, companies are reducing carbon footprints in order to become more socially responsible and save money in energy costs.