Industry News
Don’t overlook tax breaks for green building systems
December 6, 2012 By CHUCK DUNCAN Special to the Journal If you own commercial buildings or design public use structures that were put into service on or after Jan. 1, 2006, and you built them using energy efficient systems there is a very good chance the government is holding on to a pile of your […]
Program to recycle mercury lightbulbs
November 27, 2012 OLYMPIA (AP) — Washington consumers soon will be able to recycle compact fluorescent bulbs and other lights that containing mercury at no cost. A state law passed in 2010 called for a program to collect, transport and recycle residential lights containing mercury starting Jan. 1. That law will also make it illegal […]
City Light issues RFP for energy program
November 27, 2012 City Light issues RFP for energy program By JOURNAL STAFF Seattle City Light has issued a request for proposals from building owners who want to participate in a three-year pilot program that will pay them for the energy they save. City Light wants three commercial office buildings to test the Pay-for-Performance program. […]
When greening your office space, don’t overlook the plugs!
Posted on November 6, 2012 The following post is by the New Buildings Institute: To help commercial building owners and occupants get control of the growing amount of energy used by office equipment and other electronic devices, New Buildings Institute released the Plug Load Best Practices Guide. It is based on research done by Ecova […]
Seattle Business Magazine’s Green Washington Awards
MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions is a Presenting Sponsor of the Green Washington Awards this coming Thursday evening. Seattle Business magazine’s Green Washington Awards program recognizes companies and individuals who hold our planet and its longevity in the highest regard and who are leading the way in sustainability and green business practices. The judges have convened, adjudicated […]
City says most building managers are reporting energy benchmarks
October 24, 2012 By NAT LEVY Journal Staff Reporter The city says more than half of the eligible buildings have complied with its new energy benchmarking program, which requires all buildings greater than 20,000 square feet to report their energy usage online. Building managers must collect data such as the number of employees, type of […]
Seattle promotes innovation in achieving energy efficiency
October 12, 3:40 PM Seattle promotes innovation in achieving energy efficiency http://mayormcginn.seattle.gov/seattle-promotes-innovation-in-achieving-energy-efficiency/ Today, Mayor McGinn announced an innovative approach to helping commercial electric utility customers achieve energy savings. The Mayor announced a three- year pilot project that will test an energy conservation concept known as “pay for performance.” Northwest Energy Efficiency Council Executive Director Stan […]
You don’t need new windows to save energy and money
You don’t need new windows to save energy and money Posted on October 18, 2012 The following post is by Brad Kahn: It’s a question many owners of older homes have asked: Should I replace my single-pane windows or refurbish them? With a torrent of direct mail selling new windows, many people are led to […]
November 2012 Membership Meeting: A Contractor’s M/W/DBE Toolkit
When: Monday, November 12, 2012 5:00 pm – Arrival & Professional Networking 5:30 pm – Welcome & Introductions 6:00 pm – Guest Speakers 7:30 pm – Adjournment Where: Master Builders Association of King & Snohomish Counties 335 116th Avenue SE Bellevue, WA 98004 Phone: (425) 451-7920 Cost: Admittance fee includes food and beverages. If you prefer a vegetarian meal, […]
Commercial Real Estate Women Seattle & Sound Signature Event
MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions will be attending the Commercial Real Estate Women Seattle & Sound Signature Event. See and Be Seen SEE exciting and interesting showcase exhibits by CREW member firms. BE SEEN, showcase your firm’s products, services, and projects at a spacious tabletop exhibit. ENJOY wine and beer, along with delicious appetizers and desserts from […]