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Creating Top-Performing Buildings Every year, Continuum Services’ Energy Engineer John Campbell measures the performance of the buildings he’s assigned and allocated to for REDICO. John monitors equipment energy consumption and reports on the buildings’ performance. An important part of his job is qualifying buildings for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR® Certification. ENERGY […]

Eaton County Treasurer, Bob Robinson, announced the redevelopment of the old Lansing State Journal facility under PACE.

Maybe you’ve heard that LED lighting is the wave (pun intended) of the future. You may have also heard that LED lighting is expensive.  While upfront costs may be higher than what you’re using now, in the long run, LEDs come out ahead in several areas. Here we’ll provide five solid reasons your facility should […]

As we prepare for rising temperatures nearing 90 degrees in the upcoming days, Consumer’s Energy has released tips that can help you manage your business’ energy use. Use this hot weather guide to keep your business running efficiently while maintaining a comfortable environment for your employees and customers. Energy Saving Tips for Summer Efficiency • […]

For building managers aiming to boost value, it’s essential to explore options that reduce costs and increase long-term efficiency. Additionally, energy conservation plays a key role in maintaining sustainable and cost-effective commercial property operations. One Solution One effective solution is an LED retrofit, which helps lower energy bills and enhances lighting quality throughout the facility. […]

Continuum Services is proud to announce that One Kennedy Square in Detroit, along with Two Towne Square and American Center in Southfield, have earned the U.S. EPA’s ENERGY STAR certification. This recognition places these buildings in the top 25% of similar facilities nationwide for energy efficiency, meeting the EPA’s strict performance standards. Understanding how ENERGY […]

Over six years, water and wastewater costs rose sharply; meanwhile, electricity costs stabilized or slightly decreased in some areas. Previously, large facilities relied on chilled water and cooling tower systems as the standard for air conditioning. However, concerns about Legionella, water scarcity, and high-performance goals are prompting reevaluation of water use in cooling systems. As […]

Continuum Services is proud to announce One Kennedy Square in Detroit and Two Towne Square and American Center in Southfield have earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) ENERGY STAR certification, which signifies that the building performs in the top 25 percent of similar facilities nationwide for energy efficiency and meets strict energy efficiency performance […]

You are likely familiar with energy-saving advice: Use light sensors, turn off equipment when not in use, use Energy Star products, etc. However, three low-cost, energy-saving strategies are often overlooked. Air Intake Dampers When performing energy audits, Continuum Services ensures that air intake dampers are set correctly. Air intake damper settings control airflow, thereby also […]