InsightsNavigating DC’s Appendix Z: a guide for school facilities directorsDC's Appendix Z requires schools to achieve net zero energy by 2027. Learn compliance strategies, costs, and implementation tips for school facilities directorsRead More
Insights5 common roadblocks that derail net zero (and how to move past them)Getting to net zero takes more than good intentions. We’ve seen where projects can slip—and how to keep them on track.Read More
InsightsVIDEO: Sustainability challenges in manufacturingSalas O’Brien experts, Bryan Cousino and Munjal Sanghavi, share how manufacturers can reduce energy use, lower their carbon footprint, and stay competitive through smarter infrastructure and sustainable technologies.Read More
InsightsVIDEO: Sustainability in research facilitiesSalas O’Brien experts, Bill Smith, LeAnn White, Maria Kordjamshidi, Adam Spach, and Darren Draper, share how smarter engineering and sustainable systems reduce energy, water use, and carbon impact in research facilities.Read More
InsightsVIDEO: Sustainability in arts venuesSalas O’Brien experts, Clive Lacey and Ion Luh, share how smart, adaptive systems improve energy efficiency in performing arts centers while meeting the unique needs of artistic spaces.Read More
InsightsVIDEO: Mullins Cheese – innovation in waste reductionMullins Cheese in Mosinee, Wisconsin, has a rich history of leadership in manufacturing processing 7 million lbs of milk daily to create premium cheeses. Salas O'Brien has worked with Mullins on multiple projects including a new approach to packaging designed to reduce cardboard waste. Read More
InsightsCross-industry trends shaping the built environment in 2025Gain expert perspectives on the shared drivers influencing diverse industries and the emerging trends set to define 2025.Read More
InsightsDesign strategies for sustainable arts venuesSustainability can feel especially tough for arts venues. Between older buildings, budget pressures, and the high demands of performances, the path forward isn’t always clear. In this piece, we talk about why it’s such a challenge—and share some practical design moves that can make a real difference.Read More
InsightsOptions for decarbonizing hospitals: smart retrofit strategiesThis article explores practical strategies for decarbonizing existing hospital facilities, sharing real-world challenges and offering solutions that prioritize both sustainability and quality of care.Read More
InsightsThe impact of building envelope commissioning on indoor environmental qualityDiscover how building envelope commissioning (BECx) plays a critical role in optimizing indoor environments leading to healthier interior spaces and occupant well-being in addition to saving energy. Read More
InsightsUnlocking the potential of renewable natural gasRNG is a growing carbon-neutral solution that utilizes emissions from waste to produce a renewable source of energy while directly reducing pollution to the atmosphere. This article explores why and how with practical examples and results. Read More
InsightsEmbodied carbon: rethinking construction for a low-carbon futureDecarbonization efforts have long centered on operational emissions, but the conversation is shifting to include the significant impact of embodied carbon in construction. This article delves into the opportunities and obstacles in reducing embodied carbon.Read More
