Sustainability
Elevators and the Environment
by Fernando Guillemi and Alea Guillemi This paper was presented at the 2022 International Elevator & Escalator Symposium in Barcelona, Spain. Abstract The concern about environmental degradation is growing by...
Reducing Energy Consumption by an Optimization Algorithm in Elevator Group Control
by Anton Glad, Juho Kokkala, Mirko Ruokokoski, Janne Sorsa and Toni Tukia This paper was presented at the 2022 International Elevator & Escalator Symposium in Barcelona, Spain. Abstract An elevator...
Using Circular Economy Business Models and Life Cycle Assessment to Improve the Sustainability of Elevators
Research explores the potential of drive refurbishment to improve elevator sustainability. by Marco Tomatis, Christian Kukura, Siniša Djurović, Judith Apsley, David Griffin, Jordan Griffin, Rob Corner and Laurence Stamford Abstract...
Powering Up
The race to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions in buildings is on, and the elevator industry is ready to lead the way. by Philip W. Grone Sustainability in...
Elevating the Bar
In this Readers’ Platform, your author discusses sustainability in the elevator industry. by Viswesh Vancheeshwar Elevators are used millions of times each day by passengers globally, and are fast increasing...
“Lifestyle Destination”
TKE elevators with regenerative drives are a key part of the Midtown Union mixed-use development in Atlanta. Selecting TK Elevator’s (TKE) energy-efficient elevators for its 26-story office tower in the...
Going Green in Singapore
Otis partners with EVCo to convert its service fleet to EVs. Submitted by Otis In Singapore, Otis has converted an initial group of vehicles within its Sigma and 9G subsidiaries...
KONE Showcases DX Class Elevators at Thailand Expo
KONE recently showcased its DX class elevators, the world’s first digital elevator series, at the Thailand Smart City Expo 2022, the Bangkok Post reports. With built-in connectivity as standard, KONE...
E2 Forum to Focus on Integrating VT, Architecture and More
E2 Forum Frankfurt organizer Messe Frankfurt says the event, scheduled on September 21-22 at Congress Center of Messe Frankfurt (CMF), in Frankfurt, Germany, will offer a wealth of education and...
Sustainability: As Much a Priority for Occupiers as for Rents in Site Selection
A partnership ecosystem is essential to achieve sustainable targets. by JLL With the real estate sector contributing nearly 40% of all green house gas (ghg) emissions, it is time to...
