CHICAGO—JLL has been honored by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), the global authority for advancing healthy buildings, organizations and communities, with three prestigious awards in 2024. The accolades underscore JLL’s expertise in delivering WELL at scale and certification for real estate occupiers and investors worldwide. JLL received the 2024 WELL AP Impact Award for having the most WELL Accredited Professionals and WELL Faculty of any organization globally. This recognition highlights the firm’s commitment to developing industry-leading expertise in creating healthier, more sustainable spaces. In addition to the organizational recognition, JLL announced that two of its employees received individual awards: Annalise...

MIAMI—Amerikooler, a global leader in commercial refrigeration solutions, highlights its new XPS Insulation, engineered to deliver unparalleled thermal performance, durability, and environmental responsibility across a wide range of applications. This advanced insulation solution is specifically designed to meet the evolving demands of the commercial refrigeration industry, providing key benefits that enhance energy efficiency and promote sustainability. Amerikooler’s XPS Insulation is manufactured with a 100 percent void free closed cell structure, ensuring consistent insulation performance and preventing air and moisture penetration, which protects against damage from harsh environmental conditions. Its ultra uniform foam density delivers a consistent R-value throughout the insulation,...

WILMINGTON, DEL.—Solenis, a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions, released its 2024 Sustainability Report, marking the first edition that combines information and data from Diversey. Solenis acquired Diversey Holdings, Ltd. in 2023 and now operates as one integrated company with aligned sustainability policies. “With the integration of Diversey and the addition of more than 9,000 employees to the Solenis team, we finished 2024 as one united company on a clear path to make a real and lasting positive impact on our customers, our employees and our world,” said CEO John Panichella. “We continue to embrace and enhance our own transparency around sustainability, while...

ATLANTA—Interface, Inc., the global flooring solutions company and leader in sustainability, announced it is incorporating captured carbon in its manufacturing processes as a key raw material to store more carbon and lower the carbon footprints of its carpet tile products. This aligns with the company’s “all in” commitment to be carbon negative by 2040, and to repurpose former carbon offset investments into projects that accelerate carbon reduction and carbon storage. As of today, Interface’s carpet tile manufacturing processes in the U.S. and Europe now use captured carbon. Customers now receive a lower carbon footprint carpet tile for their projects at...

ADDISON, TEXAS—Siplast, a Standard Industries company and leader in high-performance roofing and waterproofing solutions, announced that its full line of Paratherm Non-Halogenated (NH) polyiso products are TCPP Free, Red-List Free and now are offered at standard polyiso pricing. Siplast introduced its Paratherm NH Polyiso Insulation product line in 2017, featuring a TCPP-free, non-halogenated flame retardant. These insulation solutions provide exceptional thermal performance while eliminating potentially hazardous flame-retardant chemicals. TCPP is a chlorinated organophosphate flame retardant commonly added to polyurethane foams. With the elimination of TCPP, these products are classified as Red List-free. Additionally, the Paratherm NH line provides stable R-value...

NEW YORK—Carnegie, a leader in sustainable textiles and acoustic management solutions for the commercial industry, is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its partnership with Création Baumann by introducing the Acoustic Divider Vario to the U.S. market. This innovative acoustic partition curtain system reduces noise levels by up to 23 decibels, creating quieter, more serene environments. For half a century, Carnegie and Création Baumann have shared a commitment to design, quality, sustainability, and performance. Since 1974, their partnership has driven innovation in acoustics and textiles, with Carnegie serving as the exclusive North American partner for Création Baumann’s commercial products, including high-performance window and panel coverings. “Our 50-year...

KALAMAZOO, MICH.—Landscape Forms, a leading manufacturer of high-design site furniture, structure, and lighting, presents Louis, a linear urban catenary created by Urbidermis, based in Barcelona, Spain. Inspired by the philosophy of architect Louis Kahn, Louis merges clean, modernist geometries with a versatile and sustainable lighting solution tailored for urban environments. “Louis reflects our deep commitment to designing lighting solutions that seamlessly integrate into the urban landscape while providing both aesthetic and functional value,” says Jordi Muñoz, Director of Design at Urbidermis. “With Louis, we sought to create an unobtrusive yet expressive luminaire—one that enhances public spaces while remaining true to our...

TROY, OHIO—Hobart has introduced its new PWn Series Pot, Pan and Utensil Commercial Dishwasher, designed to wash a high volume of prep ware while saving on labor, water and chemicals for foodservice operations. The PWn features NSF pot and pan rating for 2, 4, & 6-minute cycles designed to clean the toughest food soils off a variety of prep ware. With the ability to accommodate up to 10, 12, or 20 sheet pans per cycle, this high-capacity prep washer ensures food soil removal in any kitchen. The PW20n can wash up to 400 sheet pans per hour, maximizing productivity and...

KALAMAZOO, MICH.—Landscape Forms, a leading designer and manufacturer of premium site furniture, structure, lighting, and accessories, has announced the launch of the 21 Lounge Chair, a new addition to its celebrated 21 line created in collaboration with Grand Rapids-based design studio, Modello USA. Building on the success of the original 21 Chair, the 21 Lounge Chair offers a new level of outdoor comfort and style, designed to invite relaxation while maintaining the modern elegance and versatile styling for which the line is known. Named for the roomy 21”-wide seat pan, the 21 Lounge Chair embodies the line’s “designed for anywhere...

FONTANELLATO, ITALY & PLYMOUTH, MINN.—A new era for sustainable coffee begins with KEYGEA, the innovative compostable single-serve pod born from the synergy between FLO Group, a leading European player in the vending and food packaging sector, and NatureWorks, the world’s largest producer of PLA-based biopolymers. Designed to meet the growing demand for renewable solutions in the North American market, KEYGEA combines sustainability and outstanding performance, ensuring flawless coffee extraction without compromise on quality. Made with Ingeo PLA, a biopolymer derived from renewable resources, KEYGEA is a sustainable innovation for the future of coffee and a true revolution in the pod industry. It’s certified...