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The recently launched EMerge Alliance™ aims to lead the creation and deployment of a new power, control, and device-level technology standard for commercial interiors. This standard is being developed around the use of safe, low-voltage direct-current (DC) power. As the Alliance describes it, today’s workplaces are populated by fixed overhead lighting and a wide variety of electrical devices that are typically wired for a building’s lifetime rather than occupants’ changing needs. Building designers and owners increasingly have been seeking systems to make buildings more adaptable and integration of infrastructure, equipment, and furnishings that can improve energy efficiency.

Addressing these widespread needs for greater flexibility, efficiency, and sustainability is the focus of the EMerge Alliance, according to Alliance Chairman Brian Patterson of Armstrong World Industries. “While the ways in which we use electricity have changed dramatically, the manner in which electricity is distributed for interior devices and control purposes remains largely unchanged since the beginning of the 20th century,” says Patterson. “The EMerge Alliance is drawing from a broad and deep pool of leaders involved in the design, construction, and management of commercial buildings to create an enabling infrastructure that future proofs the workplace through the use of DC power.  The standard is a revolutionary approach to the layout and re-use of interior space.”

Founding Members of the Alliance at the Governing level include Armstrong World Industries, Johnson Controls, Nextek Power Systems, OSRAM SYLVANIA, and WAVE.

Participating Members include Crestron Electronics, Delta Power, Finelite, Kanepi Innovations, Lighting Science Group, Steelcase, WattStopper,and Zumtobel.  Eden Park Illumination is a General Member, and Supporting Members include AVP, Brinjac Engineering, CleanTech Commercialization, EdCampus, Green Plug, Houston Advanced Research Center, JB Electrical, Los Angeles Community College District, Paladino and Company, Sensor Switch, Southern California Edison and Webcor Builders.

The central feature of the proposed EMerge standard is the selective and scaleable distribution of low-voltage DC power within common infrastructures already present in commercial interiors. For example, DC power is ideally suited for integration into the ceiling plane, providing facility managers with the ability to arrange and rearrange lighting, sensors, actuators, and other devices without the need for rewiring.

The EMerge standard also embraces the trend toward using on-site alternative energy, by providing a means of direct and more efficient connection between these new energy sources and interior electrical loads, like lighting and controls.

Patterson sees the development of this new commercial technology standard as providing a platform for innovation to create even more energy efficient and individually controllable devices for the future, such as Light-Emitting Diode (LED) or other solid-state general lighting devices.

“In creating a long-reaching, ‘plug and play’ standard for integrated management and control of lighting and the many digital devices found in commercial buildings, the Alliance is focused on the nexus of today’s top priorities for building owners–energy savings and adaptability. One of the most intriguing aspects is the ability to seamlessly connect a low voltage DC infrastructure to on-site generated alternative energy sources, such as solar and wind power,” said Patterson.  “This provides sustainability-minded building owners on the leading edge of power technologies with a faster return on their investment in clean energy.“

The EMerge Alliance is accepting new members interested in developing or supporting the EMerge standard.  Membership is open and available at a variety of levels, from those interested in contributing to or making products compatible with the new standard, to companies and organizations supporting the overall development of this new platform.  The Alliance is professionally managed by Global Inventures.

About the EMerge Alliance
The EMerge Alliance is an open industry association promoting the rapid adoption of safe, low-voltage DC power distribution and use in commercial building interiors. EMerge is focused on developing a global standard that integrates interior infrastructures, power, controls and a wide variety of peripheral devices, such as lighting, in a common platform.  Building owners can gain unprecedented design and space flexibility along with reduced energy usage and improved sustainability. Alliance membership is broad-based in nature, comprised of entities such as architects, interior designers, consultants, engineering firms, government and code groups, academic and industry groups, product manufacturers, and building owners.

Johnson Controls, a global multi-industrial company, recently presented Ken Webb, Johnstone Supply brand manager, with the company’s Distinguished Technical Service Lifetime Achievement Award on Oct.15 during the Coleman service managers meeting in St. Louis.

Presented on behalf of the Johnson Controls-Unitary Products Technical Group, the award recognizes individuals who have provided an exemplary level of technical support to customers within the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) industry. This is the 11^th time Johnson Controls has presented the award since 1995.

David Negrey, director of technical services and application engineering, Johnson Controls-Unitary Products, presented the award to Webb. “This award honors a career that spans more than 40 years in the HVAC industry,” Negrey said.  “During that time, Ken has provided outstanding technical support and training to multiple brand customers. He is also widely regarded for his ability and willingness to communicate the field related issues of his customers back to factory personnel, demonstrating his commitment to customer service in the process.”

Webb’s career in the HVAC industry began in 1961 when he joined American Furnace Company (AFCO) as a stock room clerk and mail room employee. In 1963, he enrolled in HVAC courses at Ranken Technical College and soon moved to AFCO’s factory service department. Ten years later, he became chief product application engineer, responding to dealer service inquiries, producing field bulletins and conducting training programs throughout the United States and Canada.

During this time, Webb continued his education, earning a bachelor’s degree from St. Louis University and a master’s degree in marketing from Webster University. He became branch service manager for York International in 1992 before joining Johnstone Supply in 2003 as brand manager, with responsibility for Coleman service, marketing assistance, and training.

Webb, who plans to retire January, 31, 2009, sees the award as one of the highlights of his career. “I was both surprised and delighted to receive this award,” he said. “I have enjoyed the opportunity to work in the HVAC industry and assume a variety of responsibilities that have enabled me to grow with the industry and provide assistance to the many contractors in the field who give a personal face to the industry.

“My most recent affiliation with Coleman, through Johnstone Supply, makes me proud of the work we all do and the energy efficient products and services we are able to provide at a time when customers are looking for affordable, sustainable solutions to their heating and cooling challenges.”

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) in Oak Ridge, TN, has signed an $89 million energy savings performance contract with Johnson Controls, Inc. to apply advanced energy conservation solutions, including a biomass gasification system, to the campus.

This project is the first signed initiative of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Transformational Energy Action Management (TEAM) Initiative, which is an action plan to dramatically transform the DOE’s energy, environmental, and transportation management. TEAM aims to meet or exceed the aggressive energy efficiency goals set forth by the federal government, fundamentally transforming the way the DOE manages energy use in its facilities.

“By working with Johnson Controls, Oak Ridge National Laboratory will achieve its long term energy reduction goals far earlier than expected while saving millions of taxpayer dollars,” said ORNL director Thom Mason. “We are dedicated to alternative energy sources. Being able to tap renewable energy for our facility is a great way to see our purpose realized.”

As the project’s cornerstone, a wood gasification biomass system will take the place of the existing natural gas steam plant and steam distribution system. By using woody biomass from the region as the main energy source for the facilities, ORNL will reduce fossil fuel consumption by 80%. Furthermore, the biomass plant significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions equal to planting 32 million trees.

Overall, ORNL will benefit from an innovative suite of energy efficiency solutions including the installation of a “super boiler,” advanced electric metering, energy efficient lighting, water conservation measures, compressed air cooling, comprehensive HVAC improvements, and a building management system to ensure the mission critical standards are maintained.

By eliminating more than 1.5 miles of steam piping and using enhanced technology, the “super boiler” will be up to 94% efficient. This is a significant improvement when compared to traditional boilers which operate from 50%-60% efficiently. The water conservation measures will also reduce water usage by more than 115 million gallons annually, resulting in a long term reduction of 16%. As a whole, the entire project will reduce energy intensity in the labs and office buildings by 30%, meeting ORNL’s long term energy reduction goal and significantly contributing to the goals of the TEAM initiative.

“One year ago, Secretary Bodman challenged the entire U.S. Department of Energy to meet or exceed the President’s goals for increasing energy efficiency, decreasing greenhouse gas emissions, and increasing the use of renewable energy in the Federal government,” DOE deputy assistant secretary David Rodgers said. “I’m proud to announce DOE is delivering with alternative financing methods that reduce the need for federal spending.”

It is estimated that the biomass gasification system, “super boiler”, and energy efficiency improvements will generate $8 million annually in energy and operational savings. As a result, ORNL expects to save more than $144 million over the 18 year term of the contract.

“This project is a great example of what can happen when strong leadership combines with innovative solutions,” said Iain Campbell, vice president/general manager, North America service and global workplace solutions at Johnson Controls. “Together, Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Johnson Controls have developed a long term plan for success.”

Hundreds of projects across North America, including the ORNL project, are financed through a performance guarantee with Johnson Controls. Performance guarantees are a feature of performance based contracting, which allows a customer to make system improvements that are self funding via cost savings. Under such a contract, the cost of facility and infrastructure upgrades is paid for over a specified number of years by the energy, water, and operational cost savings the project generates. Johnson Controls guarantees all or a portion of these savings under the terms of the contract, which range in length from three to 25 years, depending on the customer’s preference.

No definitive date has been set for breaking ground on the project; however, completion is scheduled for sometime 2011.

The distributor, Luce, Schwab & Kase, Inc. of Fairfield, NJ, funded a trip to Walt Disney World for a child and three of his family members through the Make-A-Wish Foundation®.

Christian, the six year old recipient, suffers from nephrotic syndrome, a disorder caused by damage to the small blood vessels in the kidneys that filter waste and excess water from the blood. When volunteers from the Make-A-Wish Foundation® visited Christian in his home and asked him what he wished for, they were not surprised by his immediate response—a trip to Walt Disney World.

Christian, his grandmother, and his older brother and sister traveled to the Florida resort for six days and five nights. While in Orlando, the family stayed at the Buena Vista Suites. Park-hopper passes enabled them to visit all of the theme parks as many times as they wanted. Christian chose to visit Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Universal Studios and SeaWorld.

“We heard all about Christian’s encounters with his favorite Disney characters, including those from the movie Shrek,” said Geri Heppel, product manager with Luce, Schwab & Kase, Inc.. A portion of the sale of Luxaire equipment enabled the company to underwrite Christian’s trip with a check for close to $8,000. When Christian and his family returned from Florida, Heppel, company Chief Executive Officer Jim Luce and Sales Manager Brian Houser treated him and his grandmother to lunch at a local restaurant and a bag of toys.

“I think we were as excited to hear about Christian’s adventures as he was to share them with us,” said Heppel. “As we listened to him and saw the appreciation in his Nana’s eyes, we were reminded of just how awesome the Luxaire/Make-A-Wish program is.”

“Everyone at Luce, Schwab & Kase, Inc. is very proud of our relationship with Make-A-Wish, because we can see all of the good it does,” added Heppel. “We are very happy that Luxaire has created this partnership with such an amazing organization.”

Christian is the fourth child that Luce, Schwab & Kase has supported through the sale of Luxaire equipment. “We’ve kept in touch with them and have their pictures framed and hanging in our lobby,” said Heppel. “Our customers see the pictures and just love the idea that their purchases are making something worthwhile happen for a child that has an illness. The fact that they are local children makes the program even stronger. We are proud of our involvement and look forward to continuing our support of Make-A-Wish.”

Luxaire has a network of distributors and dealers nationwide that are committed to the partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, which has been in effect since the fall of 2001. Luxaire dealers and distributors around the country work with their local Make-A-Wish Foundation chapters to organize their own fundraising activities, such as the Make-A-Wish Foundation nights at minor league ballparks.

“At Luxaire, our partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation is in its sixth year and it has been a great success among dealers and distributors on both a national and local level,” said Luxaire Brand Manager Jeff Hurt. “It makes them feel good about the work they are doing, especially when they know they are helping children in their own communities.”

(Pictured above): Wish child Christian and his grandmother enjoyed lunch with employees of Luce, Schwab & Kase, Inc., following their trip to Walt Disney World Resort®. Celebrating their return are Stacey Redelheim (kneeling) and standing, from left to right, Geri Heppel, Brian Houser and Jim Luce.

About Luxaire
Luxaire® products from Johnson Controls, Inc., include high-performance residential central air conditioners, heat pumps, furnaces and accessories and light-commercial, packaged heating and cooling systems marketed through a network of distributors and delivered to homeowners and building owners through independent Luxaire heating and air conditioning dealers.

About the Make-A-Wish Foundation
The Make-A-Wish Foundation grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. It is the largest wish-granting charity in the world, with 71 chapters in the United States and its territories and 27 international affiliates on five continents. With the help of generous donors and more than 25,000 volunteers, the Make-A-Wish Foundation has granted wishes to children around the world since 1980.

More than 500 York dealers, managers and executives as well as US Air Conditioning Distributors representatives gathered in Las Vegas this past October for an official kick off of a new partnership between the two organizations. The event, held at Planet Hollywood, covered a variety of topics designed to launch the new alliance between York, a brand of residential and light-commercial HVAC equipment manufactured by Johnson Controls, and US Air, which covers the Southern California, Arizona, Utah and Idaho markets.

Doug McLeish, unitary brand manager for US Air, addressed the meeting’s theme, “Project Y.” While the “Y” signifies York, it also stands for “Why” York and US Air are partnering to serve dealers and contractors in the western region. The “Y” stands for “You, the dealer,” McLeish announced.

“Everything we do is to provide dealers with the tools and support they need,” McLeish said after the event. “Without dealers, none of us will be successful.”

John Staples, co-owner and president of US Air, noted that there are a lot of similarities and synergies between York and US Air. “We think that we’re going to help each other grow,” Staples said. “We really want to provide the best equipment and service to the HVAC industry. The message I wanted to convey to dealers was, you will continue to get great service from US Air, but you’ll also get great product from York.”

Tom Huntington, vice president and general manager for Johnson Controls-Unitary Products, added: “We are excited about this strategic partnership because it accelerates and strengthens our presence and reach in the western region, and delivers on our commitment to serve the broad HVAC market.”

The meeting also featured a partnership overview by Huntington and Staples, a US Air trade show, entertainment by comedian David Brenner, details on dealer incentive trips and 2008 advertising plans, and a town hall meeting hosted by Huntington, Staples, McLeish, John Scarsi (US Air co-owner, chief financial officer and vice president), Bruce Fuhrmann (US Air commercial sales manager) and Cos Caronna (York director of residential products engineering).

Johnson Controls, Inc. has pledged to reduce its total U.S. greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity per dollar of revenue by 30%t from 2002 to 2012. The company has committed to the reduction goal as part of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Climate Leaders program, which Johnson Controls joined in 2003.

Climate Leaders is an EPA industry-government partnership that works with companies to develop comprehensive climate change strategies. Partner companies commit to reducing their impact on the global environment by completing a corporatewide inventory of their greenhouse gas emissions based on a quality management system, setting aggressive reduction goals and annually reporting their progress to the EPA. Through program participation, companies create credible records of their accomplishments and receive EPA recognition as corporate environmental leaders.

“Reducing our greenhouse gas emissions intensity in partnership with the Climate Leaders program demonstrates our corporatewide commitment to improving the global environment and increasing the efficiency of our operations,” said Stephen A. Roell, CEO of Johnson Controls.

“From Climate Leaders to the Clinton Climate Initiative, Johnson Controls is dedicated to making the world more comfortable, safe and sustainable,” said Clay Nesler, vice president of global energy and sustainability, Johnson Controls. “Our GHG reduction commitment showcases our commitment to sustainability and demonstrates to our customers as well as to the business community what can be achieved with a focus on energy efficiency.”

“By setting a long-term greenhouse gas reduction goal and committing to reducing its carbon footprint, Johnson Controls is demonstrating corporate climate change leadership,” said Robert J. Meyers, principal deputy assistant administrator of EPA’s Office of Air and Radiation.

Johnson Controls plans to achieve this reduction goal through a comprehensive action plan that institutes energy efficiency solutions in the company’s U.S. plants and facilities, processes and fleet. Through the EPA audit process, Johnson Controls has verified that it has already made good progress towards achieving this aggressive GHG reduction goal by 2012.

The company is active in other environmental stewardship programs in addition to the Climate Leaders program. These include the Clinton Climate Initiative, the National Action Plan for Energy Efficiency, the U.S. Green Building Council, the Alliance for Sustainable Built Environments, the Alliance to Save Energy, the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy, the Supplier Partnership for the Environment, Energy Smart Schools, the Academy of Energy Education, Energy Star, the Energy Efficiency Forum and the Igniting Creative Energy Challenge.

Johnson Controls, Inc. today announced its search for Tomorrow’s Energy Ambassadors, Managers and Scholars (TEAMS). It kicks off a competition that calls for select college seniors and graduate students to collaboratively draft an open letter to the field of 2008 presidential candidates – urging them to better clarify their positions on important matters related to energy and sustainability. The winning team will be presented with a $10,000 scholarship fund check for its school and have its letter published in a full-page ad in a national publication. TEAMS students placing first, second, and third will also be eligible for cash awards totaling $5,000.

“This is a great opportunity for the future chief executive of the United States to hear from future business and academic leaders who will be directly impacted by policy decisions made on energy and sustainability in this country and around the world,” said C. David Myers, president of the Johnson Controls Building Efficiency business. “We welcome the ingenuity and insight that these students will bring to bear on this discussion.”

The competition for TEAMS is open to students designated by four-year and graduate institutions that are members of the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). Hundreds of well-respected institutions are members, including: American University, Boston University, Columbia University, Harvard, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Princeton, Stanford, and Yale. While each school may submit only one entry, interdisciplinary collaboration with up to four student members is encouraged in order to craft a more insightful letter.

Letters submitted for the TEAMS search will be judged by an independent panel of energy professionals and energy industry trade journalists. All entries will have a strict word limit ranging between 800 - 900 words and will be evaluated on the following 50 point scoring system:

• Ability to clearly and concisely address presidential candidates within the prescribed word limits. 10 Points
• Awareness of energy issues and environmental stewardship. 15 Points
• A logical presentation of arguments and facts. 10 Points
• Creativity and originality of the letter’s call to action. 15 points

Johnson Controls will present the first place winning team’s college or university with a $10,000 check for its scholarship fund. In addition to having its letter published, the first place winning team will receive a $2,500 grant from Johnson Controls. They will also be invited, as guests of Johnson Controls, to attend the 2008 Energy Efficiency Forum in Washington DC. Second and third place teams will be awarded grants in the amounts or $1,500 and $1,000, respectively.

The TEAMS competition officially opens for entries on September 20, 2007, and has an e mail entry deadline of October 26, 2007 for receiving all submissions. No entries will be considered after that date. The winners will be announced approximately one year from election day on Tuesday, November 6, 2007.

Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI) is the global leader that brings ingenuity to the places where people live, work and travel. By integrating technologies, products and services, we create smart environments that redefine the relationships between people and their surroundings. Our team of 140,000 employees creates a more comfortable, safe and sustainable world through our products and services for more than 200 million vehicles, 12 million homes and one million commercial buildings.

The order for 46 water-cooled chiller units is the largest single order for chiller units in the company’s history. Aiming to maintain the island’s reputation as a place of world-renowned luxury, Qatar Cool, the district cooling authority for the Pearl Island of Qatar in the Arabian Gulf, recently announced it has signed a contract with Johnson Controls, Inc. to receive the water-cooled chiller units with an option to purchase six more.

Each Johnson Controls YORK centrifugal chiller unit is 26 feet long, 11 feet wide and 14 feet tall, and weighs 2,500 tons. The units will be shipped from San Antonio, TX to Qatar, and installed in the world’s largest district cooling chiller plant. The facility will supply 130,000 tons of chilled water daily to cool more than 15,000 residential and commercial units, providing comfort to the 40,000 Pearl-Qatar residents. The manmade island covers 985 acres of reclaimed land offshore the Arabian Peninsula state of Qatar.

“It is such an honor to have been selected to design and manufacture products that will contribute to this incredibly unique property,” said Ray Ring, regional manager, Johnson Controls. “The plant into which these units will be installed will not be duplicated and is certain to become a global landmark. Our ability to meet the difficult demands of this site demonstrates the technical innovation and expertise we bring to every job.”

Ring said a number of factors led to selection of Johnson Controls for the project:
* Environmental sensitivity. Qatar recently enacted a law to control, reduce and phase out its import of ozone depleting substances. The chillers are the most energy efficient in the industry and use environmentally friendly and non-ozone-depleting HFC-134a refrigerant.

* Product durability under harsh conditions. The chillers will operate at extreme conditions, where entering condenser water temperatures can reach up to 97 degrees Fahrenheit at 122F ambient

* Reduced operating costs. This chiller requires half of the electrical switch gear normally needed in a plant of this type. Johnson Controls also is installing its Metasys® building automation system to ensure the cooling plant operates at maximum efficiency.

The chilled water will be distributed through an underground network of 10-foot tall pipes laid out across the island. Delivery and installation of the chiller units is expected to begin in December 2007 and continue through May 2008.

The company’s Board of Directors announced yesterday that Stephen A. Roell, executive vice president and vice chairman, has been elected to the position effective October 1, 2007. He was also elected chairman of Johnson Controls’ Board of Directors effective January 1, 2008.

Roell will succeed John M. Barth, who will retire December 31, 2007. He will become the eighth CEO in the company’s 123-year history. Barth will continue as a member of the company’s Board of Directors.

“John has been a truly exceptional leader, and our customers, employees and shareholders have all benefited significantly during his tenure,” Roell said. “In 2002, when he became CEO, Johnson Controls had sales of just over $20 billion. Through his focus on unparalleled customer service, operational excellence, workforce and supplier diversity, and especially the development of strong leaders across the company, we will end 2007 with sales of approximately $34.5 billion and an unbroken track record of 17 consecutive years of earnings increases. Additionally, Johnson Controls market capitalization has increased from $7 billion to over $22 billion since 2002. John has also established a tremendously strong foundation upon which our company will continue to grow and deliver outstanding results to all of our stakeholders.”

Barth said, “It’s clear to me that Steve and the management team are extremely well qualified to further strengthen the leadership position of the company. They have enormous business acumen, solid relationships with our customers around the globe, and a strong belief in the importance of our people. I am proud of our company’s achievements, and I am confident that Steve will continue to build Johnson Controls’ excellent reputation as a world-class organization.”

Barth, 61, joined the company in 1969. He served in a variety of operating management positions, including heading Johnson Controls’ automotive business for eight years before becoming president and chief operating officer in 1998. He was elected CEO in 2002. Barth was elected to Johnson Controls’ Board of Directors in 1997.

A 25-year veteran of the company, Roell said that, as CEO, his priorities will remain aligned with the organization’s current direction to further the success of the company. Roell joined Johnson Controls in 1982 as operations controller for the Systems and Services Division of the company’s controls business and was named the division controller shortly thereafter. He then served as treasurer and corporate controller, and from 1991 to 2004, as senior vice president and chief financial officer. He was elected executive vice president in 2004 and vice chairman of the Board of Directors in 2005.

Roell is also a director of Interstate Battery System of America, Inc. and Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare-Southeast Wisconsin. He serves on the Board of Directors of Hunger Task Force and the Board of Trustees of the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee.

Roell has a Bachelor of Science in accounting from St. Ambrose University. He received a Certificate of Management Development from Northeastern University.

To that end, the company has launched Global WorkPlace Solutions. This business model has been created by Johnson Controls, Inc. to fulfill increasing demands from global businesses for a single supplier who can deliver end-to-end, integrated corporate workplace services, on-demand.

“We are transforming our business to create a truly Global WorkPlace Solutions offer that can support the world’s major organizations throughout the complete real estate lifecycle globally,” said Guy Holden, vice president & general manager, Global WorkPlace Solutions, Johnson Controls Inc. “We have developed this model because we know it is what our corporate customers need and demand based on the 1.3 billion square feet we currently handle for them globally. We are committed to investing in our future to ensure that every part of our offer is industry leading.”

Holden leads a global team across the company’s three global regions: the Americas, EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa), and Asia.

“This new business model addresses the demand from global corporations for a reliable supplier who can deliver consistent solutions to support their employees and processes in all their working environments anywhere in the world,” said Ed McLaughlin, president, Global WorkPlace Solutions - Americas. “We are following a planned strategy to continually improve our offer to these customers by extending our capabilities and professional services to achieve this vision.”

Johnson Controls’ new offering brings together a range of capabilities that enable organizations to plan, source, configure, construct, operate, and renew the workplaces needed to meet changing business needs. These capabilities span eight core offerings:
* Real Estate: strategic advisory, asset management and transaction management services to optimize real estate portfolio performance
* Projects: project and program management for new build, refurbishment, critical services, relocations and moves
* Facilities: designing, procuring and managing the complete scope of integrated WorkPlace support services
* Energy: energy management and sustainability solutions for improved triple bottom line results
* Workspace: improving workspace utilization to create improved efficiency and productivity with reduced cost of occupancy
* Technologies: information technologies for corporate real estate customers to efficiently manage location information, transactions, projects and performance measurements
* Infrastructure: creating intelligent buildings by maximizing the integration of building systems and technology infrastructure such as building management, security access and fire detection
* Consulting: consultancy across all aspects of workplace strategy and operations

“Global WorkPlace Solutions represents our ability to now create better shareholder value for our customers by integrating our offerings where appropriate, and in so doing, significantly improving the performance of their workplace assets,” said Rick Bertasi, vice president & general manager, Global WorkPlace Solutions - EMEA.

“Our new global offering provides greater clarity to the market and is a clear statement on our future direction,” added Julian Harnor, vice president, Global WorkPlace Solutions - Asia. “The integrated approach is already delivering strong benefits for world-leading corporations who are keen to embrace the opportunities for business improvement created through our stakeholder value model.”

The business is active in the following market sectors: Technology; Life Sciences; Retail; Energy and Petrochemical; Commercial; Financial; Industrial and Manufacturing.