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Global demand for prime office space is showing further signs of growth, with almost six in ten of the largest leasing deals in the first half of 2026 involving organisations expanding their footprints, according to new research from Savills. The property consultancy says expansionary deals accounted for 58 percent of activity among the largest prime…

Kering, the $14.5 billion French luxury company behind Gucci, Saint Laurent and Bottega Veneta, has reduced its absolute greenhouse gas emissions by one-third since 2022. That includes a 4 percent decrease for direct operations and electricity, and a 28 percent cut for emissions related to land and agriculture, Kering reported in its impact report published…

Retail store theft levels are stabilizing, but external theft and fraud overall continue to rise, according to a new study released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and the Loss Prevention Research Council. In addition, workplace violence remains a major concern for retailers. The Impact of Theft & Violence 2026 report found that retailers experienced a…

U.S. companies are increasing expectations for employees to work from the office, with 89% of respondents in CBRE’s 2026 Office Occupier Sentiment Survey requiring at least three in-office days per week, up from 78% a year earlier. Despite the focus on office attendance, only 14% of companies are making major improvements to their space, suggesting…

New industry research has revealed that 86 per cent of electrical professionals have experienced an ‘electrical incident’ at work and it’s just part of a wider picture of many electrical incidents and near misses among UK electrical professionals. Test equipment specialists Martindale Electric has published new research showing the true scale of electrical incidents experienced…

Wisconsin’s Waunakee Community School District demonstrates how geothermal HVAC can reduce operating costs, improve occupant comfort and deliver long-term value. Key Takeaways: Waunakee Community School District demonstrates that geothermal systems can deliver long-term savings, reliable performance and improved occupant comfort when decisions are based on lifecycle costs rather than upfront expenses. Federal incentives and emerging…