Journal & Case Studies

Creating a safer work environment is a top priority for plant managers, and one effective way to achieve this is by upgrading outdated lighting systems to modern LED lighting. This simple yet impactful change not only improves overall safety but also offers several additional benefits, including preventing potential shut-downs, saving money, boosting employee morale, and promoting sustainability.

Despite the benefits, networked lighting controls are not widely adopted due to cost and complexity. However, these systems can support various sensors, forming the foundation of smart buildings. The future of LED lighting lies in intelligent, networked systems that enhance sustainability, employee satisfaction, and operational efficiency, making them a valuable investment for building owners.

LED Lighting takes center stage on the streets pf Philadelphia in what is the largest conservation initiative in the city's history.

Door Dash, Amazon Prime, and online grocery shopping have made it possible to get whatever we want fast. Having grown accustomed to this as consumers, professionals now have similar expectations.

Leonardo da Vinci's quote on light highlights its transient beauty, urging mindfulness and appreciation of the fleeting, ever-changing moments in life.

Co-op and condo boards must ensure their lighting systems comply with the Energy Conservation Code, including installing proper lighting controls and tandem wiring. They must also install electrical submeters to provide tenants with accurate energy use readings. For Local Law 157 compliance, boards should collaborate with management companies and consider different types of compliant detectors. Local Law 88 requires installations to be certified by professionals and filed with the Department by January 1, 2025.

This article outlines the best practices for property management in 2024, while also speaking to the need for being adaptive and introducing more sustainable property management practices in general.

Can a sustainable economic model for long-lasting products be developed?