Sustainability
Illinois Was Tops For Green Building In 2018
Massachusetts and Washington earned the second and third spots in the U.S. Green Building Council’s annual Top 10 States for LEED Green Building ranking.
Andersen Breaks Ground On $40M Minnesota Expansion
The window and door company recently broke ground on a 60,000-square-foot expansion of its manufacturing campus in Bayport, MN, expected to create at least 40 jobs.
U.S., Canada Home To Nearly 500 Zero Energy Buildings
California is by far the front-runner in zero energy building activity, with Oregon boasting the second largest count, according to the New Buildings Institute.
Chobani Breaks Ground On Idaho Expansion
The greek yogurt manufacturer is expanding its Twin Falls, ID plant, adding an additional 70,000 square feet to the world’s largest yogurt plant.
World’s Most Advanced, Sustainable Paint Factory Opens In England
AkzoNobel’s new $132M North-East England plant uses renewable energy sources and an automated manufacturing process which saves water, waste, and energy.
Top Five Sustainable Building Trends
When it comes to sustainable building, cost is still a major barrier, according to new survey by Structure Tone.
Clif Bar Opens Sustainable Bakery In Idaho
The sustainability-focused facility in Twin Falls, ID uses biophilic design, a cutting-edge approach that connects people with nature and the well-being it provides.
World Water Day Infographic: Advancing A Circular Economy
Almost half the world's workers —1.5 billion people — work in water related sectors and nearly all jobs depend on water and those that ensure its safe delivery, according to the United Nations. So, it’s no surprise that the theme for today's World Water Day is “Water and Jobs.”
World Water Day
The first White House Water Summit aims to mobilize a national effort to conserve and expand our water resources.
Illinois Is Top State For LEED Green Building
Illinois retained its top national position on USGBC’s annual Top 10 States for LEED list for the third year in a row.
Top 10 States Ranked In Energy Efficiency Scorecard
Massachusetts edges out California as most energy-efficient state, Maryland among most improved, according to the State Energy Efficiency Scorecard from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE).
Solar Energy For Multi-Tenant Buildings
CA firm financing mechanism focuses on bringing solar energy systems to multi-tenant commercial real estate.
PNC Tops Off Its New Global Headquarters In Pittsburgh
The Tower at PNC Plaza reflects the company's ongoing support of green building practices.
Burgers And Brews Set Sustainability Standard In The Heartland
Midwest companies leading the charge on corporate social responsibility.
Schindler Opens Elevator Manufacturing Facility In Hanover, PA
First elevator manufacturing facility in North America to achieve LEED® Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.
Energy Choices For A Strong And Secure America
American Security Project outlines policy choices to ensure energy security, economic stability, and environmental sustainability.
Five Trends: Why Smart Building Technology Makes Good Business Sense
New report from Jones Lang LaSalle makes the investment case for automated building systems.
QVC, Inc. Unveils Second Solar Farm In North Carolina
In Edgecombe County, 17,244 solar panels on two farms generate 5.8 million kilowatt-hours annually for QVC's Rocky Mount distribution center.
Piedmont Natural Gas To Open LEED Facility In NC
Rockingham location will become Piedmont's third LEED-certified facility.
FEATURE STORY: Thailand — Nuanced Nation, One-Stop Shop
Many site selectors are surprised to learn the country is an economic leader in Asia and a top-shelf business destination. From the May/June 2013 issue.
Listen Now: Living And Learning In Lubbock, Texas, With John Osborne, CEO, Lubbock EDA
Lubbock EDA CEO John Osborne discusses business climate and downtown revitalization in the Business Facilities Podcast.
2023 Deals Of The Year
Entries for Deal of the Year awards spanned industries, investment types, and winning strategies. Here are the stories of this year’s picks.
2023 State Of The Year: Opportunity Awaits In Texas
A robust business climate and strategic growth during 2023 earns the Lone Star State this recognition.
[VIDEO] Get More for Your Business in Ardmore. Oklahoma
The ADA owns three industrial parks and several single sites and buildings, giving our organization both the power and incentive to negotiate favorable terms for expanding companies.
Location Spotlight: Colorado’s Grand Junction – Where Business Meets Adventure
The Grand Junction area is the largest metropolitan area in western Colorado, with the amenities and infrastructure companies need to operate globally. Situated halfway between Denver and Salt Lake City, the Grand Junction area is easily accessible by air, rail, highway, and WiFi.