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Data centers are the backbone of the digital economy, supporting everything from cloud services and e-commerce to healthcare and banking. However, their growth has come at a significant environmental and energy cost. Data centers globally consume vast amounts of electricity, much of which is still sourced from fossil fuels, making them a major contributor to emissions. According to McKinsey & Company, a recent analysis of current trends suggests that global demand for data center capacity could rise at an annual rate of between 19% and 22% from 2023 to 2030 to reach an annual energy demand of 171 to 219 gigawatts. Recent headlines...

Staying Ahead in the Energy, Facilities, ESCO and Utilities Industry   The energy, utilities, energy services, measurement & verification (M&V), facilities management, and building operations sectors are at the forefront of technological and ongoing challenges and opportunities. From advancing renewable energy systems to optimizing building performance, energy efficiency, and sustainability initiatives, professionals in these fields must navigate a rapidly evolving landscape. Staying current isn’t just a good idea — it’s a necessity.  According to a recent Delvin Peck Report: Companies that offer employee training opportunities have 218% higher income per employee than companies without formalized training When employees receive professional...

Commercial & Institutional HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems play a crucial role in maintaining comfortable and healthy indoor environments while managing energy costs. Optimizing these systems is essential to strike the right balance between providing acceptable occupancy comfort or process function and minimizing energy requirements. In this article, we will explore the key aspects of optimizing HVAC systems to achieve these goals. Commercial HVAC systems aim to maintain indoor comfort levels, ensuring that temperature and humidity are within acceptable ranges. Simultaneously, these systems must provide adequate ventilation and indoor air quality (IAQ) to support occupant health. All of...

Lighting plays a crucial role in our daily lives, affecting not only our comfort and productivity but also the bottom line for businesses and building owners as they grapple with higher expenses including energy costs.  In recent years, advancements in lighting controls and the adoption of LED lighting have revolutionized the way we illuminate our spaces, enhance workspaces and ergonomics and bolster the value of a building or facility. Let’s explore how these innovations are revolutionizing the way we live, work, and play. Advancements in Lighting Controls Smart Lighting Systems:  Modern lighting controls have evolved into intelligent systems that can...