Industry News
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 […]
SAF offers tour of Bullitt Center
October 10, 2012 SAF offers tour of Bullitt Center Seattle Architecture Foundation is offering a tour and talk about the Bullitt Center at 15th and Madison on Capitol Hill, starting at 5 p.m. Oct. 24. The Bullitt Foundation says the center is the world’s greenest commercial building. Panelists are Joe David of Point 32, Amanda […]
KC Golden recognized for encouraging cities, businesses and utilities to tackle climate challenge
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Climate Solutions advocate and policy architect honored with prestigious Heinz Award Sep 12, 2012 PITTSBURGH, September 12, 2012 – Teresa Heinz and the Heinz Family Foundation today announced KC Golden, an advocate for climate solutions, as a recipient of one of five prestigious Heinz Awards. During his nearly 30-year career, Mr. Golden […]
CUTTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING ENERGY USE IN SEATTLE: A TRIPLE WIN
MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions September 17, 2012 CUTTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING ENERGY USE IN SEATTLE: A TRIPLE WIN Innovative tools to boost profits, growth and energy savings In 2011, MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions (MMFS) was invited to form a coalition with Seattle’s Community Power Works, the Seattle 2030 District, Emerald Cities Seattle, The Seattle Foundation, Energy Efficiency Finance […]