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Sustainable Facility Management

Advice from expert FMs on evaluating the sustainability of existing facilities, development of sustainable strategy for incorporating sustainability into building operations, and […]

Sustainability How-to Guide: Engaging Occupants in Your Sustainability Program

This guide introduces the benefits of engaging occupants in sustainability initiatives and provides a step-by-step approach for designing, implementing and measuring the […]

Are you going to eat that? Developing an On-Site Food Waste Program

This overview addressees the pros and cons of various food waste composting options, such as on-site composting for catering food waste and […]

Sustainability How-to Guide: Getting Started

This guide details implementation strategy for sustainable FM programs in existing buildings, providing direction to assess the organization, identify initiatives to determine […]

Sustainability How-To Guide: Green Building Rating Systems

This guide presents an unbiased evaluation of 15 prominent green building rating systems. Charts and graphics provide at-a-glance information, while subsections supply […]

Sustainability How-To Guide: US Government Policy Impacts

This guide examines the U.S. government’s sustainability initiatives and describes the opportunities they afford to facility managers, providing a significant body of […]

Sustainability How-To Guide: Lighting Solutions

This guide gathers knowledge from extensive research and lighting specialists to provide a complete description of sustainable lighting options, including basic lighting […]

Sustainability How-To Guide: No-Cost/Low-Cost Energy Savings Guide

The guide reveals the top four energy consumption pitfalls (equipment scheduling, sensor error, simultaneous heating and cooling and outside air usage) and […]

The Hartford Green Capitol Project: Stormwater Management Techniques for Low-impact Development

Review stormwater management techniques and solutions used in a facility greening project, including green roofs, rainwater harvesting, rain gardens, pervious concrete, permeable […]

Value-Driven Near-Zero Strategies for New and Retrofit Commercial Buildings

Increase the efficiency of new and retrofit commercial projects by using Passive House Standard and strategies. Learn about the principles and cost […]