Economic Development

Articles in this category explore the issue of corporate and commercial real estate. Topics include tax incentives for businesses, infrastructure and urban development and renewal, corporate parks and communities, and other economic development initiatives. Specifically, posts cover expansions, renovations, and new construction of commercial facilities.



Building Decarbonization

Navigating Building Decarbonization In New York State: Strategies For Commercial & Industrial Leaders

Commercial, multifamily, and industrial buildings – both new and existing – can start building value today through energy efficiency and strategic electrification to make progress toward a decarbonized future.

Bobcat Invests $3.26M To Renovate Georgia Facility

Bobcat modernized conference rooms, break rooms, and office spaces; improved the interior design, finishing, and furnishing to align with other Bobcat locations; and updated exterior signage at its Buford, GA facility.
Harbor Wetland, National Aquarium, Baltimore

A Floating Classroom: National Aquarium Unveils Harbor Wetland

Now open to the public, Harbor Wetland in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor used innovations developed at the National Aquarium to create a functional constructed wetland.
Pittsburgh Public Schools

Critical Infrastructure Upgrades On Deck At Pittsburgh Schools

$300,000 Renew America’s Schools Prize could unlock up to $15.3 million to support energy efficient and safe learning environments across 20 Pittsburgh area schools.
REI distribution center

REI Co-op Sets Standard For Sustainable Warehousing

Lebanon, Tennessee distribution center is largest LEED v4 Platinum industrial building in the Southeast and Tennessee's first certified facility.
abandoned buildings

Bringing Abandoned Buildings Back To Life

Adaptive reuse of abandoned buildings can bring new life to a community and its economy. However, these projects can present special challenges to facility managers.
U.S. Industry Electrification

Forecast: 50% Surge In U.S. Industry Electrification By 2030

Schneider Electric's Sustainability Research Institute projects uptick in Industry electrification and reduction in fossil fuel demand; company plans $23.8 million investment in South Carolina manufacturing operations.
Alliance Air Tijuana

Alliance Air Begins Building $121M Energy Efficient Manufacturing Facility

The commercial and industrial HVAC manufacturer broke ground this week for its 460,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Tijuana, Mexico. The project will support sustainable data center growth across North America.
Michigan Central Station

Ford Celebrates Michigan Central Station Reopening

Following a multi-year restoration, Michigan Central Station in Detroit will open its historic ground floor to the public this week.
Adaptive Reuse

Historic Hotels of America Names 2024 Best Of Adaptive Reuse

These hotels are living proof that historic buildings can serve contemporary needs while preserving their timeless character.
Hudson Yards, HSBC New York City

HSBC Launches New U.S. Headquarters At NYC’s Hudson Yards

Today, HSBC celebrated the opening of its new U.S. headquarters at The Spiral at Hudson Yards in New York City.
healthcare facilities

Increasing Healthcare Accessibility Through Commercial Conversions

There are several key areas to consider before diving into an adaptive reuse project to transform former retail and commercial spaces into outpatient healthcare facilities.
2024 LEED for Cities Leadership Program

USGBC Names 2024 LEED For Cities Leadership Program Cohort

Local governments from 12 cities across the U.S. will strengthen sustainability, resilience, human health, and social equity outcomes within their communities.

Medical Arts Pavilion Models Future Of Healthcare Architecture

By embracing visually-stimulating aesthetics and biophilic elements without sacrificing durability and systems efficiency, the Toby and Leon Cooperman Medical Arts Pavilion exemplifies healthcare architecture and design standards.
Renovation Projects

Keep It “Business As Usual” During Renovations

Using new barrier technologies, planning, and some creative ingenuity, you can safely keep your facility open during renovation projects.
Salt Lake City

Elevate Commercial Roofing Opens Green Manufacturing Facility In Utah

Built with Elevate and Holcim materials, the manufacturer’s new LEED-certified manufacturing and distribution center in Salt Lake City will expand service to customers in the West.
Excel Dryer workplace Expansion

Excel Dryer Creates Healthy, Sustainable Workplace Of The Future

Guided by the WELL Building Standard, Excel Dryer aimed to merge beauty, health, wellness and sustainability into its renewed workplace.
higher education facilities

Investments In Higher Education Facilities On The Rise

Higher education institutions increased investments in campus buildings by more than 26% in 2023, according to Gordian's new State of Facilities in Higher Education report.
Schneider Electric manufacturing

Schneider Electric Expanding Two Tennessee Manufacturing Facilities

Increased demand for Schneider Electric's energy management and automation products has spurred an $85 investment in Mt. Juliet and Smyrna, TN.
Hackensack Meridian Health, Metropark Station, healthcare facility

First Health, Wellness Center At A U.S. Transit Hub Rises In NJ

The $200M Hackensack Meridian Health and Wellness Center at Metropark will provide commuters with access to primary and specialty care, advanced imaging, phlebotomy, rehab, pharmacy, urgent care, and more.
Energy Incentives Webinar, Power Grid

Learn How To Capture Energy Incentives And Strengthen The Power Grid

Join us for this free webinar and learn how to to open new revenue streams, reduce energy costs, and advance sustainability goals at your facility with virtually no disruption to productivity.
facility resilience

Watch This: The Role Of Facilities Management In Handling Emergencies And Maintenance

This video webinar provides actionable strategies to safeguard your assets, protect lives, and ensure operational continuity.

[VIDEO] Job Order Contracting: Accelerating the Projects that Matter

This proven single-solicitation process accelerates project delivery while satisfying local bidding requirements. Learn all about Gordian’s JOC solutions .

Infrastructure Upgrades For Energy And Labor Savings: Scaling For Growth

How Arway Linen and Uniform is reducing water and energy consumption by 51%.