Not just cuckoo clocks. Why Switzerland is the world’s most innovative country

Not just cuckoo clocks. Why Switzerland is the world’s most innovative country

In Orson Welles’ famous scene-stealing cameo in The Third Man, his character Harry Lime comes out with that (in)famous speech about Swiss culture. “In Italy for thirty years under the Borgias, they had warfare, terror, murder, and bloodshed, but they produced Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and the Renaissance,” he says. “In Switzerland, they had brotherly…

Unlocking the Mystery of Microgrids in Facilities Management

Unlocking the Mystery of Microgrids in Facilities Management

As more natural disasters occur, facilities consider options to keep the power up and running during outages. As extreme weather events increase and energy prices fluctuate, facility executives are turning to microgrids, which can help keep institutional and commercial facilities online during power outages. They do this by providing electricity from onsite sources of power…

Dublin MetroLink $12.6B Rail Project Approved, Procurement to Begin in 2026

Dublin MetroLink $12.6B Rail Project Approved, Procurement to Begin in 2026

Ireland has finally cleared the way for its largest-ever transportation investment, granting a Railway Order on Oct. 2 that authorizes construction of the $12.6-billion Dublin MetroLink. The order, issued by An Coimisiún Pleanála, serves as Ireland’s statutory approval body for rail projects, giving Transport Infrastructure Ireland legal authority to build and operate the line. The…

What leading sustainability consultancies are hiring for in 2025

What leading sustainability consultancies are hiring for in 2025

The opinions expressed here by Trellis expert contributors are their own, not those of Trellis.​ Sustainability consulting is currently a highly competitive career path, despite current ESG headwinds. Firms often receive 1,000 to 5,000 applications for a single role, and most organizations have turned to AI for help with identifying candidates with the greatest potential….

Wet Summer, Moldy Fall? 5 Mold Prevention Tips for Businesses

Wet Summer, Moldy Fall? 5 Mold Prevention Tips for Businesses

Above-average precipitation levels in many parts of the U.S. this summer have created ideal conditions for mold to thrive. Now is the ideal time to inspect properties for potential moisture damage and prevent mold growth before it escalates into costly repairs. Rainbow Restoration, a Neighborly company and provider of restoration services, is urging businesses to take proactive…

Miami Commercial Office Tower Setting Sustainability Standard

Miami Commercial Office Tower Setting Sustainability Standard

Citigroup Center Citigroup Center is the first commercial building in U.S. to achieve LEED v5 certification. As one of the largest commercial buildings in the Miami market, the Citigroup Center plays a significant role in the city’s iconic skyline. In December 2024, Citigroup Center bolstered its reputation as a premier Class A office tower when…