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Building a Sustainable Future: The Power of FM in Environmental Responsibility

By Charlie Green, Comparesoft Oct 9, 2023 Building Controls

Updated: Oct 17, 2023

In today’s dynamic business environment, sustainability has transcended its status as a mere buzzword to become a crucial imperative. The mounting global environmental challenges call for a fundamental shift toward sustainable practices within the business sector. The consequences of overlooking sustainability are far-reaching, affecting not only ecological equilibrium but also the long-term viability and profitability […]

Allegiant Stadium Now Powered by 100% Renewable Energy

By Joe Bebon, Editor Oct 9, 2023 Energy Management and Lighting

Updated: Oct 9, 2023

Allegiant Stadium, home of the Las Vegas Raiders, announced it has converted to 100% renewable energy in partnership with utility NV Energy. According to the announcement, the green energy supply deal means Allegiant is now the first NFL stadium powered exclusively by renewables. This milestone builds on the stadium’s previous sustainability efforts and comes on […]

Decarbonizing Buildings: The Big Rethink

By Doug Davenport, David Kaneda & Alex Kaffka Oct 6, 2023 Design and Construction

Updated: Oct 17, 2023

Editor’s note: FM Perspectives are industry op-eds. The views expressed are the authors’ and do not necessarily reflect those of Facilities Management Advisor. Buildings represent more than 40% of U.S. carbon emissions, and natural-gas-fired HVAC, water heating, cooking, and other systems represent the largest fraction. With a growing profile of electric products entering the market, […]

Can Rugged Mobile Devices and Analytics Mitigate the Facility Worker Shortage?

By Michael Trafton, Panasonic Connect North America Oct 5, 2023 Building Controls

Updated: Oct 5, 2023

Business leaders are itching to solve the labor shortage puzzle—and for good reason. In critical trades like plumbing, HVAC, construction, and manufacturing, there’s been a 70% decline in labor force participation since the end of 2019 due to the aging workforce. Today, the average facility worker is 51 years old. As older employees retire, there […]

EPA Awards 2023 ‘Safer Choice’ Partners for Cleaning, Other Chemical Products

By Joe Bebon, Editor Oct 5, 2023 Maintenance and Operations

Updated: Oct 5, 2023

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced 30 Safer Choice Partner of the Year award winners across 15 states and the District of Columbia, recognizing their achievements in the design, manufacture, selection, and use of cleaners, detergents, and other products with safer chemicals. The Safer Choice program helps consumers and purchasers of facilities, such as […]

Which U.S. Cities Are Leading the Uptick in Office Conversions?

By Joe Bebon, Editor Oct 5, 2023 Design and Construction

Updated: Oct 5, 2023

Office conversions in the U.S. are on pace to more than double their recent annual average this year, with momentum picking up due to increased incentives and other support from state and local governments, according to new insight from CBRE. CBRE analyzed the number of office conversions in major U.S. cities since 2016 and found nearly 100 projects […]

Incorporating a Biophilic Design into Your Facilities

By Corey Sipe, Associate Editor Oct 4, 2023 Design and Construction

Updated: Oct 4, 2023

As more employees return to the office in a hybrid or fully in-office setting, it’s important for facilities professionals to work with building management on de-stressing the workplace by implementing biophilic design principles, which involves the use of nature in facility designs. During Facilities Management Advisor’s Healthy Buildings Week 2023, guest speaker Kelly Walowski, global […]

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4 Tips to Help ‘Secure Our World’ During Cybersecurity Awareness Month

By Joe Bebon, Editor Oct 4, 2023 Emergency Preparedness

Updated: Oct 4, 2023

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has kicked off the 20th annual Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Throughout October, CISA and the National Cybersecurity Alliance will focus on ways to “Secure Our World” by educating the public on how to stay safe online. “Secure Our World” will also be the enduring theme throughout the year as the groups […]

Managing VOCs and Odors in Commercial Workspaces

By Chester Avey, Contributing Writer Oct 3, 2023 Heating and Cooling

Updated: Oct 3, 2023

Facilities managers know the importance of maintaining proper indoor air quality (IAQ). As far as critical issues go, air quality, ventilation, and the prevention of pollutants are up there, as they pose a severe health risk to workers, not to mention productivity and efficiency. One of the most prevalent indoor air contaminants is volatile organic […]

EMU Boosts Campus Security with AI-Based Gun Detection

By Joe Bebon, Editor Oct 3, 2023 Emergency Preparedness

Updated: Oct 3, 2023

Eastern Michigan University (EMU) will be among the first higher education institutions in the state to deploy an AI-based gun detection solution across campus to protect students, staff, and visitors from gun-related violence. The university has partnered with ZeroEyes, whose AI gun detection and intelligent situational awareness software will be layered on EMU’s existing digital security […]