Oct. 10, 2014: Johnson Controls, WRI Launch New Building Efficiency Initiative
New Partnership Will Advance Global Solutions for Greater Building Efficiency in Cities
WASHINGTON — Johnson Controls and the World Resources Institute (WRI), a global research organization, have announced the creation of the Building Efficiency Initiative to support and accelerate energy efficiency action in cities. The new initiative brings together Johnson Controls’ expertise in providing building efficiency solutions and WRI’s analytical expertise and on-the-ground experience to create more sustainable and prosperous cities.
“With the extraordinary global shift toward an urban environment, success in sustainable development will largely be determined in cities. This new initiative will focus on the opportunities and challenges that rapid urbanization presents, especially in major developing countries,” said Dr. Andrew Steer, president and CEO, WRI. “We are excited to work closely with Johnson Controls and other partners to develop innovative and practical recommendations on building efficiency that support a strong, low-carbon pathway.”