by Mike Picco | Dec 5, 2017 | InTouch Newsletter
On September 20, 2017, Michigan became the latest state to join the march toward more advanced commercial energy codes across the country. The changes in Michigan represent the first code updates in more than six years for the state, but continue along a path that...
by Mike Picco | Sep 22, 2017 | InTouch Newsletter
The use of networked lighting control systems to manage the energy and convenience of lighting in the commercial market continues to gain steam. In fact, according to Navigant Research’s recent “Market Data: Intelligent Lighting Controls” report,...
by Mike Picco | Jun 5, 2017 | InTouch Newsletter
The US Energy Information Administration just released their report on Trends in Lighting in Commercial Buildings, which represents a years-long effort to understand what types of energy-savings decisions building operators are pursuing. Unsurprisingly, the survey...
by Mike Picco | Mar 30, 2017 | InTouch Newsletter
As another way to help our customers stay one step ahead, our team at Touché is always keeping an eye on the latest energy code news from around the country. In a recent development, Rick Perry, President Trump’s pick to run the Department of Energy (DOE), strongly...
by Mike Picco | Oct 10, 2016 | InTouch Newsletter
On October 3, New York is due to adopt a new energy code, joining a group of only six states that meet federally certified commercial and residential energy requirements. Over the past 15 years, an absolutely amazing 32 million square feet of space has been built per...