Decarbonization

Given the amount that organizations invest in physical assets, the onus is on the facility executive to pay heed to the direct impact facilities have on the bottom line. But reducing expenses isn't the only challenge facing organizations -- or facility executives. By Ed Sullivan Read More

Makes the business case for strategic energy management and energy efficiency systems and describes the growing interest of investors and others. Read More

March 2005 report documents real-world solutions to rising industrial energy costs, showcasing ten industrial energy-efficiency leaders. Read More

Diverse stakeholders in the UC system recently came together to develop a new system-wide policy, which tightens building design standards and includes ambitious but attainable goals for "green energy" production and purchasing. Read More

Marriott hotels is turning to energy-efficient vending machine technology to help lower the hotel chain's energy costs. Read More

Hands-on help for choosing carpet follows a thought-provoking lecture on indoor air quality. Read More

This report, published in February 2005, takes a look at environmentally preferable varnishes, shellacs, lacquers, natural oils, water-based wood finishes, and wood stains. Read More

February 2005 report presents background information and options for the development of a greenhouse gas emissions and related vehicle fuel-efficiency standards in Canada. Read More

Environmentally responsible buildings are profitable buildings, boasting reduced energy and maintenance costs. However, “green” building or remodeling requires a great deal of planning. This GreenBiz Essential lays the foundation. Read More

This analysis reviewed 200 building technologies and practices (T&Ps) in order to select those that promise to save energy, money. Read More