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Sustainability - Demands and Opportunities

This article will view FM roles and opportunities relative to demand organizations for present purposes of sustainability strategy, initiative, execution, and communication. […]

Why Every Project is a Decarbonization Project

A discussion on how regulations and incentives for decarbonization are impacting customer decisions about which projects to pursue and why controls are […]

What is a healthy building?

This blog defines what a healthy building is, the important components that make up a healthy building and why facility managers are […]

The Impact of Policies, Regulations, and Incentives on Decarbonization

Energy plans play a critical role in helping organizations achieve sustainability goals, offset rising energy costs, and optimize a comfortable environment for […]

Demystifying Decarbonization: A Building Owner and Business Executive Quick Guide

Organizations face challenges to create more efficient operations and achieve sustainability goals. But it doesn’t have to be a challenge. Here are […]

4 ways power digitalization gets your building closer to net-zero

The earth’s hottest summer in recorded history and our oceans’ highest documented surface temperatures are stark reminders of global warming’s devastating effects […]

Climate Change and Respiratory Health in the Built Environment

For years, scientists and researchers have warned us of the effects of climate change on our outdoor environments and ecosystems. But what […]

Decarbonization of the Building Stock and its Operation: The Role of Facility Managers

Decarbonizing building stock and building operations has emerged as a pivotal arena for change. Facility managers (FMs) stand at the forefront of […]

People, Places, Planet: The Future of Workplace Management

Learn how facility managers can leverage technology to integrate ESG (environmental, social and governance) into Facilities Management operations.

Beyond the envelope: Operational energy savings for sustainability

Infographic on energy savings for sustainability https://www.iea.org/ energy-system/buildings According to the International Energy Agency’s Net Zero Emissions by 2050 Scenario, the building […]