A New HVAC “Force” Cuts Energy, Boosts Efficiency

By Greg Rankin When it comes to building a sustainable energy future, there are two sides to the equation: generation and demand. While most of the attention has been placed on producing more clean power, there’s an equally powerful opportunity in reducing consumption...

Protecting Facilities Against Severe Storm Threats

By Lorenza Ordonez and Evan JonesFrom the June 2025 Issue of Facility Executive Severe weather events — such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and flooding — can devastate workplaces, injuring workers and damaging physical infrastructure. As storms increase in frequency and...

Crystal Sauna Turns Toxic Legacy Into A Heated Meeting Place

In northern Sweden, Crystal Sauna takes the form of a faceted lithium crystal, symbolizing the global transition from fossil dependence to renewable energy. (All images courtesy of Bigert & Bergström) This summer, Crystal Sauna — a large-scale public artwork and...

A Holistic Approach To Recycling Facility Design

By Craig Rutkowski, Caleb Bandy & Kristin Stubbs Located in Ohio’s oldest African American community, the American Addition area of Columbus, the Rumpke Recycling & Resource Center (RRC) stands as a testament to the impact of thoughtfully designed...

Prioritizing Heat Stress Safety 

By Clare Epstein Across the U.S., heat remains the leading cause of weather-related fatalities, putting those working outdoors or in non-climate-controlled indoor spaces directly at risk. Early forecasts suggest that the summer of 2025 will be above the historical...