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Water Management in Buildings
Definition of building water use types (domestic water, process water, irrigation) and elements of water management strategy, be it based upon a […]
Now is the Time to Move to the Next-Generation of Building Management Systems
The capabilities of a building management system, or BMS, need to evolve to keep up with the demands of building owners, operators, […]
Achieving Corporate Social Responsibility Through Effective Facility Management
This whitepaper discusses the role that third-party vendors or partners can play in achieving corporate social responsibility goals. It will also consider […]
Comparison of Thirty Green Building Projects Across the United States: Common Elements
In an effort to create a foundation for green evaluation, this study examines the green elements used in 16 single-family homes and […]
Activity Modeling for Energy-Efficient Design of New Hospitals
This research shows how energy use in hospitals may be reduced through activity modeling and demand-control of hospital equipment and ventilation energy. […]
Insulation Energy Savings: Key Issues and Performance Factors
As codes tighten and energy costs skyrocket, there is significant and renewed interest in energy performance of buildings.
Atlanta Botanical Gardens: A Sustainability Case Study.
This case study of the Atlanta Botanical Garden demonstrates how a sustainability plan can advance the mission of an institution through a […]
Play the Energy Efficiency Retrofit Game
FMs navigate the complicated process of evaluating energy efficiency and assessing retrofitting options in commercial buildings. This case study demonstrates a staged […]
Creating the Lab of the Future: A Shift Toward Greater Agility, Flexibility and Efficiency
Although considered part of Integrated Facilities Management, there is an increasing trend toward separating scientific services from other facilities services. The transition […]
Respecting Human Limits: Densification Research and Design
We are often asked to make office space as efficient as possible. Our clients want to know “What can we do in […]