Category: #sustainable
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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 A neglected roof leak, an echoing tenant suite, or outdated insulation can all erode the performance — and reputation…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…
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Material Choice Matters: Hidden Costs of Cutting Corners
In construction and commercial design, timelines, and budgets often take centre stage. Understandably, project managers and developers look for ways to stay on track and reduce costs. But one area where shortcuts can quietly backfire is material selection. What may seem like a minor compromise at the procurement stage can snowball into a cascade of…
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Green by Design: Building Sustainable and Wellness-Centric Offices
The future of interior office fit-out design is not only functional and tech-driven, but also increasingly sustainable and human-centric. As companies return to physical workspaces or adopt hybrid models, there’s growing recognition that office interiors need to do more than just house desks and chairs. They must contribute to employee wellbeing, support environmental goals, and…
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Choosing the Right Building Materials Supplier for Your Project
Apart from design, the building project has to be planned in other aspects when its execution time is near. Choosing an appropriate supplier of building materials is key to the success of a project. There are so many choices available that we must make an informed decision. This guide helps you analyze and choose the right supplier for…