Tag: Energy Management
Fall Is A Great Time To Focus On Energy Systems
Facility managers can reap maximum R.O.I. on their energy systems by taking simple preventive maintenance measures this fall.
Question Of The Week: How Clear Is Your Energy Data Snapshot?
Cast your vote in this week's poll about accessing energy consumption information.
Survey Provides Insight To Energy Management Decisions
Conducted by MACH Energy, a survey on energy management systems provides insight into adoption rates and most valued features.
Teamwork Towards Energy Reductions
With the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) Fellows Program, facility leaders execute operational improvements as part of Retrofit Chicago.
In Colorado, Xcel Energy Pilot Program Announced
Ten qualified commercial buildings, with an average daily summer peak load over 500 kW, will be chosen to participate in this demand side management initiative.
New Product Flash: Plug Load Controller From Enlighted
Designed to reduce wasted energy, this device works with sensors in the Enlighted System to transform outlets into smart receptacles.
New Product Flash: Audacy Lighting Control from IDEAL Industries
Available via a mobile app, the wireless system adjusts to ambient light, movement, and room occupancy.
Real-Time Energy Data: Four Big Benefits
With access to real-time data, facility teams are equipped to make fast, educated decisions to maximize productivity.
Common Sense Criteria For Energy Improvements
Assess, set goals, develop a plan, and measure results to maximize impact.
Energy Management Systems (EMS) 2.0?
In an apparent paradigm shift, increased and broader functionality is changing what defines an EMS.
Open Standards | Smart Buildings Solution Of The Future
State of Building Energy Management survey uncovers compelling results including lack of awareness of the Internet of Things (IoT).
Web Exclusive: How To Empower Energy And Facility Managers With Analytics
Because analytics empowers energy efficiency, it saves money. Because analytics enables fms to focus on ROI of projects, it can help to increase corporate profits.
New Product Flash: HOBO Plug Load Logger from Onset
Capable of storing 1.9 million measurements, this device logs the power and energy consumption of 120V plug loads from office equipment, vending machines, and the like.
Global Building Energy Management Solutions Market Forecast
TechSci Research announces a new market research report, "Global Building Energy Management Solutions Market Forecast & Opportunities."
FM Alert: Making Waves At Shedd Aquarium
Bob Wengel, vice president of facilities at the John G. Shedd Aquarium and 2012 TFM Facility Executive of the Year, writes on the strides the facility is making in sustainability.
Question Of The Week: Facility Management And Energy Initiatives
Execution of energy management programs is typically a shared responsibility, but what can be done when the facilities department is reluctant to take charge?
FM Alert: Revisiting TFM Facility Executive Of The Year Winners
This first in the series is from the winner of the 2013 Award, J.B. Messer, director of facilities management at Oklahoma City Community College.
Question Of The Week: Demand Response?
A recent report from Navigant Research forecasts worldwide revenue from demand response programs will grow from $1.6 billion annually in 2014 to $9.7 billion in 2023.
New Service Spotlight: Attune Energy Dashboard by E-Mon
This cloud based service accesses historical and real-time energy usage data from a variety of meter types.
Tricks Of The Trade: Energy Usage Patterns
Kevin Folsom makes energy management recommendations based on consumption, efficiency, and unit cost.