July 4, 2012: Study Says U.S. Buildings Have Long Way to Go on Path to Sustainability
BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. — Siemens Building Technologies Division announced the availability of a new study “A Path to Achieving Higher Building Performance,” that says the vast majority of public and private commercial buildings in the United States have a long way to go on the path to sustainable and energy-efficient operations. The study explores trends in specific operational improvements, ongoing operational services, and renovations at organizations in the office, health care, and higher education sectors.
“We recognize that greater adoption of energy efficiency and sustainability practices within buildings is critical to address our nation’s challenges in the areas of infrastructure, climate change, and continued economic vibrancy,” said Brad Haeberle, senior director and head of Building Automation Service for Siemens Building Technologies Division. “Fortunately, our research finds that despite continued economic uncertainty, our nation’s business and industry leaders are rising to the challenge and making high-performing buildings a reality.”