The COVID-19 pandemic has had a well-documented impact on the U.S. economy, the construction industry and real estate.

Dimitris Spiliadis’ great-grandfather once owned a hotel in Constantinople, which was lost when the Turks invaded the magnificent and historic city (now known as Istanbul).

Greenbuild is launching five all-new summits in 2024 – Sustainable Finance and the Built Environment, Regenerative Ecosystems, Resilient Places, Phius Passive Building and Building Materials.

The 11th Annual Greenbuild International Conference & Expo will help redefine the future when it moves to San Francisco November 14-16.

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has announced the recipients of its 2012 Leadership Awards.

In towns and smaller cities nationwide, local governments are looking for ways to implement greener operations and promote sustainability initiatives that will benefit their communities in a changing climate. But faced with finite resources and an urgent need to act, where should these municipal leaders start?

ProWorks Lime Green Nitrile Exam Gloves are virtually impossible to miss, facilitating at-a-glance oversight of barrier-protection protocols.

Honeywell’s 6280i Tuxedo Touch™ touchscreen highlights the growing trend of residential security systems to become increasingly intertwined with other home systems, including energy management, lighting controls, HVAC, and other “green” opportunities — designed to help homeowners improve comfort while saving money and respecting the earth.

Energy Squad, a new distribution company on a mission to provide the green technology customers need, made its official debut to the custom installation industry at CEDIA EXPO 2012.

A new distribution company, which made its debut at CEDIA Expo 2012 in September, aims to provide professional systems integrators with access to the latest in environmentally friendly consumer and custom electronics products and services.

360 State Street, New Haven, Conn. — the state’s greenest and largest residential development — is the first new major residential construction in New Haven in more than 15 years. 

Brent Street runs through a diverse, tree-lined neighborhood in Dorchester, Mass. At 81 Brent Street stands a three-story, traditional New England home. However, its basic design is the only traditional thing about the home, which is adorned with 30 solar panels on its roof, native and drought-tolerant plants and trees in its yard, and a home automation system fit for the Jetson’s.

The tallest LEED certified green office building in the United States, the Comcast Center in Philadelphia, has more than 2,500 openings equipped with door and hardware products from ASSA ABLOY Group companies.

Throughout the channel and around the industry, security just keeps getting greener all the time.

For Thomas Marino, president of Advanced Technologies, Baton Rouge, La., “green” projects were nothing new. He had done projects that involved low-power, solar or other green elements. But when he ran into local attorney Joe Simmons at a trade show, the extremely environmentally conscious lawyer asked him to do the security and home automation for the custom home he was building. The home was new construction in a community of older homes and would feature as many green elements as possible, from the material in the countertops to the security and audio elements.

Washington – OSHA and NIOSH have published recommended practices to help tobacco workers and employers avoid a potentially deadly combination of illnesses.

ASSA ABLOY announced the company’s latest GreenCircle Certifications and Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) for architectural door accessories, which include the following Rockwood Products: locking pull LP3301; MegaTek pulls; MezzoTek pulls; GeoMetek pulls; BandWidth pulls; vandal resistant pull; offset pull and push bar; pull plates including 105x70C, 107x70C, and 111x70C; as well as ASSA ABLOY glass solutions products 4-in. square and tapered door rails, and the PDU8000-3 panic device.

Is the physical security industry doing its part to reduce our environmental impact on the world? Being green is all about using fewer raw materials and expending less energy.

Corporate America has entered an age when corporate social responsibility is more than just an altruistic pursuit. Companies of all sizes, in all industries, are feeling pressure to save money and simultaneously meet the growing demand for environmental responsibility and accountability.

For convenience, cost and efficiency, building managers are looking for a single point of control for all systems that make up the security and building automation functions. The secure, “green” building has arrived.

‘Green’ is more than a word. It is good business. It is a journey. It is also one of three pillars of sustainability. Using the words “green” and “sustainability” is not a case of “You say ‘po-tay-toe,’ I say ‘po-tah-toe.’” Although the two terms are intricately related, they are not interchangeable.

There are a variety of ways for an alarm company to spread its green footprint. One of the most commonly discussed and easily considered areas of going green is the reduction of the use of paper.

The Security Industry Association’s (SIA) New Product Showcase (NPS) is the premier awards-based marketing program in the security industry. It has been in existence since 1979. Each year at ISC West, the NPS program recognizes outstanding contributions to the protection of life and property in residential, commercial and institutional settings. Judging panels composed of industry experts select winners in various categories. The most coveted awards are the Judges’ Choice Award and the Best New Product Award.

As members of the security industry, there are many little things we can do to help lighten our footprint and become more eco-friendly.

ZING® GHS SDS compliance and training products help companies prepare for the Globally Harmonized System(GHS) that aligns the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard with the new global system for the classification and labeling of chemicals. Products include a complete selection of training stations, binders and signage, and posters – all made with eco-friendly materials.

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Today, there are an increasing number of environmentally friendly safety products to choose from. What are the real advantages of choosing “green” safety products?

RecycLockout^® Lockout/Tagout Kits: ZING Lockout/Tagout Kits protect people and the environment with their heavy-duty recycled components. Kits are available in pouches, belt kits and tool boxes with a variety of options that include pad-locks, tags, ties, hasps, valve, breaker or plug lockouts. Think ZING^® for all your eco safety product needs.

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ZING^® GHS Compliance Products help prepare for the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) designed to align the OSHA HazCom Standard with the new global system for the classification and labeling of chemicals. All products are manufactured with high content recycled materials and include binders, stations, posters and signage. Visit www.ZingGreenProducts.com.

Harrisburg, PA — A new Pennsylvania law says state highway construction and maintenance vehicles can display flashing/revolving fluorescent green lights to help protect roadway workers and drivers during inclement weather.

Made with over 55 whole-food derived ingredients, Hiya Kids Daily Greens + Superfoods is a comprehensive nutritional supplement that delivers essential greens, superfoods, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants tailored to children's needs.

The formula has effectively relieved brain fog, helped combat daily fatigue and muscle weakness, and with 100% transparent full ingredient labeling, including how much to take.

Laird Superfood has revitalized several products to make them more functional, and they are launching on the Laird Superfood website and at retail partners. This new brand look and the Force of Nature campaign were created to reflect the passion of our consumers and deliver on Laird Superfood's mission. 

Natalie's created two, fresh-pressed tomato juices that provide a clean source of hydration and support the entire wellness ecosystem.

The strategic alliance enables Dole to further broaden its reach into new categories in the health and wellness sector, commencing with an authentic collaboration centered around BEAM's best-selling product, Super Greens. 

Solely says it used its signature, patented cold-pressing process to transform dried green bananas into a traditional fusilli shape and texture. The dark-colored Organic Green Banana Fusilli Pasta cooks to an al-dente texture in just four minutes and is ready to be topped with a sauce or other ingredients.

Del Monte Foods' ability to anticipate and quickly respond to consumer preferences is driven by its robust Product Innovation Teams, who work in tandem to spot the latest restaurant and menu trends, collaborate with culinary chefs, and partner with suppliers.

BEAM be amazing®, a health and wellness brand, unveiled Greens On The Go™. This patent pending ready-to-drink greens product, crafted over nearly two years, aims to set a new standard in convenience, nutrition, and flavor.

The funds raised during the tournament will directly support the FCIF's mission of providing financial assistance to individuals within the floor-covering industry who are facing significant hardships due to illness, disability, or other unforeseen life-altering circumstances. 

Any milk dryer operation uses a lot of energy, and when you have the biggest operation in North America, you use…a lot of energy.

Schönox HPS North America announced its extensive range of LEED-contributing flooring products that meet LEED v4.1 certification requirements for both interior and building construction.

This initiative utilizes Ajinomoto Co.'s AjiPro-L, a lysine formulation which, in addition to aiding in the absorption of the amino acid, is cost-effective and a GHG reduction method in the market.

Smithfield's new reporting framework will utilize improved data to calculate its GHG inventory in alignment with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol.

Green Seal recently announced that its first products certified are floor-care pads from Americo Manufacturing.

Changing the way that distilleries use resources is a great start, but the increased market for spirits means that green techniques must be factored into initial facility designs, as companies aim to raise their production capacity.

Launched in 1991, the biannual conference brings together food engineers and technologists from across industries, academic institutions and government to discuss emerging challenges and potential solutions for delivery of safe, nutritious and sustainable foods.

Florim has achieved another significant milestone, with its brand Florim stone receiving the prestigious international Green Good Design Awards 2024. 

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