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Residential buildings are responsible for roughly three-quarters of greenhouse gas emissions here in New York City. The NYC Building Operator Training Program, launched this week by the  Mayor’s Office of Sustainability  in collaboration with the  NYC Department of Small Business Services , is a project that aims to dismantle that statistic and empower residential building workers by arming them with energy efficiency know-how. Read more:  Free Energy Efficiency Training Program for NYC’s Small Building Operators | Inhabitat New York City   The new initiative seeks to help residential buildings reduce energy costs anywhere from 5 to up to 20 percent. Not only does this unique project advance the city’s long-term sustainability agenda, it also provides innovative and responsive job training at no cost to accepted participants. The training, designed for maintenance staff of small, multi-family buildings (with 5 to 50 apartment units or between 5,000 to 50,000 gross square feet),

The light-emitting diode (LED) is one of today's most energy-efficient and rapidly-developing lighting technologies. Quality LED light bulbs last longer, are more durable, and offer comparable or better light quality than other types of lighting. Check out the  top 8 things you didn't know about LEDs  to learn more. ENERGY SAVINGS LED is a highly energy efficient lighting technology, and has the potential to fundamentally change the future of lighting in the United States.  Residential LEDs -- especially ENERGY STAR rated products -- use at least 75% less energy, and last 25 times longer, than incandescent lighting. Widespread use of LED lighting has the greatest potential impact on energy savings in the United States. By 2027, widespread use of LEDs could save about 348 TWh (compared to no LED use) of electricity: This is the equivalent annual electrical output of 44 large electric power plants (1000 megawatts each), and a total savings of more than $30 billion at today

Its time to clean your carpets and if you're looking for the right price and service combination,”look no more!” We use highly trained technicians, the best equipment on the market and non-toxic cleaning products...so you can be sure to get the best service experience and the best cleaning you’ve ever had! No matter the color and style of your carpet, we take care of your cleaning needs! Your carpets will be treated with non-toxic cleaning cleaning agents that will leave your office/home smelling great and your carpets looking amazing! And all of our cleaners and solutions are ecologically safe for your tenants, children, pets and earth. Did you know this service is part and parcel of our Janitorial solution?  About Guardian Janitorial Guardian Janitorial Services combines today’s technology with more than 90 years of innovative experience. That means we can offer you a full range of solutions based on your individual needs. We customize our cleaning service to meet

By: Fiona Reynolds  While many sustainable investors and environmental groups were dismayed by the recent US election results, it is important to recognise that the election of Donald Trump—and to a large extent Brexit in the UK—reflects a growing unhappiness and dissatisfaction on the part of millions of people who feel that existing financial systems, policymakers and structures are not working in their favour. The PRI recognises that many people across the world feel left behind by globalisation and are still feeling the outcomes of the global financial crisis. They have seen Wall Street bailed out, while they have been left with the bill, and to struggle with cuts in services, the loss of jobs and real wages in decline. This work aligns closely with the PRI’s mission, which calls for it to promote a sustainable global financial system that supports long-term value creation and benefits the environment and society as a whole. It also aligns to the UN Sustainable Developme

Rafael Espinal and bedbugs New legislation aimed at curtailing bedbug outbreaks across New York City will be introduced in the City Council on Tuesday. One bill will require hotels to have exterminators in to inspect all rooms for the bugs every six months, the New York Daily News reported. A second bill will force the city to publish reports every year that outline the number of bedbug complaints and violations in apartment buildings, along with the average time it takes for infestations to be resolved.  Under the new laws, the city would also have to publish a map — which would be updated every three months — showing the locations of bedbug complaints and whether or not they have been resolved.  Council member Rafael Espinal is behind the legislation. “Everyone hates bedbugs — they prey on human flesh and cause huge expenses,” he said, according to the paper. “Tenants, homeowners and business pay hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars to exterminate an infestation

As experts in facilities services, we have 98 years’ experience in facility management and the expertise to assess your needs and goals and customize a plan that provides you maximum value. We keep residential and commercial buildings across the tri-state clean, compliant, and sustainable.  Combining technology with more than 98 years of innovative experience, we address all of your facility requirements, inclusive of janitorial, security, engineering, window cleaning and pest control.  In honor of Black Friday, book a Guardian specialist to assess your property and if you choose us as your facility partner, receive 8% off your 1 st bill. ----- Offer ends December 2, 2016. About Guardian With close to 100 years’ experience in commercial and residential janitorial and security services, Guardian has the leadership, organization and expertise to add unprecedented value and deliver impeccable service to your facilities! Guardian is CIMS Green Building certified with

Step to prevent frozen pipes. Cold temperatures can reach areas of your facility that you cannot see or seldom visit, such as: Crawl spaces; Closets; Enclosed spaces (e.g., attics, lofts, roof spaces); Warehouses; and Isolated storage areas. Cold weather preparedness is important to help reduce potential business interruptions and related losses resulting from cold temperatures. Domestic Water Piping In severe cold, water pipes have the potential to freeze and break. If safe to do so, make sure pipes that are located in isolated and/or poorly heated spaces are shut off and drained or protected with a supplemental heating source. Protect Your Fire Protection Sprinklers Fire protection sprinkler systems are dependent on the ability of water to flow freely when needed. Ensure that wet piping systems, which may be subject to cold temperatures, are sufficiently heated to prevent freezing. Severe cold weather can also delay the response time of the local fire de