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Facilities management updates, insights, strategies & best practices

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West Lake Commons Lifestyle Retail Center Selects Wood Planks for Exterior


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Old Gym Flooring Repurposed for Safe, Durable Playground Surfacing in Los Angeles

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Cost-Effective Strategies for Paved Surface Maintenance

Building Operating Management
Access Control Holds the Key to an Integrated Security Plan

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North American World Cup Presents Unique Turf Challenges

Building Operating Management
Understanding Maryland’s Building Energy Performance Standard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spring Grounds Checklist for Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Evaluating Energy Use: What Managers Need to Know

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Bottom Line on Key Performance Indicators

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Building Performance Standards: A 'Paradigm Shift' for Facilities

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6 Steps to Prepare Your Commercial Facility Turf for Winter

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2023 Facility Champion: Kristian Byk Emphasizes Safety, Communication at School

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What Are Building Performance Standards?

Building Operating Management
How Office Environments Influence Productivity and Well-being

Building Operating Management
What You Need to Know about Building Performance Standards

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Advice for Grounds Managers About Taking Care of Sports Fields

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Washington D.C.'s Building Energy Performance Standard Takes Effect

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Turf Care Manager Keeps Central Park Looking Pristine

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What Are Occupants Priorities for a High-Performance Workplace?

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Why Facility Managers Need to Track Performance

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Biden Administration Announces Federal Building Performance Standard

Building Operating Management
4 Ways to Finance Energy Efficiency and Renewables

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Synthetic Turf Recycling Program Launched

Building Operating Management
3 WELL Strategies Focused on Existing Buildings

Building Operating Management
What You Need to Know About Building Performance Standards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximizing CMMS Benefits to Benefit Department Performance

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Former Toxic Waste Superfund Site to Become Solar Installation 

Building Operating Management
How to Consider Facility Cooling Options

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California City Converting Airfield Into a Cultural Complex

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Building Performance Standards Coalition to Tackle Building Emissions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pandemic Shines Spotlight on VRF

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spotlight on Filtration: Understanding MERV Rating

Building Operating Management
Acoustic Performance: Best Practices Every Facility Manager Should Know

Building Operating Management
How VRF Helps Facilities Cut Utility Bills

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U.S. Capitol Turns to Golfers for Turf Help

Building Operating Management
How Building Performance Standards Are Addressing Climate Change

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Case Study: Specifying 11 Different Flooring Surfaces for Athletic Facility

Building Operating Management
Pandemic Highlights Need to Revisit Operational Basics

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings Applications for Long-Term Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tactics for Successful Surface Prep and Paint Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints: The Bottom Line on Surface Preparation

Building Operating Management
Variable Refrigerant Flow Systems Save Energy, Reduce HVAC Failure

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The Cost of Maintenance: One Duke Greenspace

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Contractor Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Surface Preparation Dictates Success of Paints and Coatings Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings Finishes Contribute to Performance, Appearance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning Paints and Coatings Applications That Deliver Benefits

Building Operating Management
Case Study: NYC Trading Floor Chooses VRF

Building Operating Management
Understand the Pros and Cons of VRFs for Trading Floors

Building Operating Management
Is a VRF Right for Your Trading Floor Cooling Needs?

Building Operating Management
4 Steps to Selecting High-Performance HVAC

Building Operating Management
How To Select High-Performance HVAC Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Common Substrates for Paints and Coatings

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UL Warns of Counterfeit Sprinklers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Surface Issues: Matching Paints and Substrates

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Build Walls Right The First Time

Building Operating Management
3 Fire Safety Myths: Will Equipment Work as Designed?

Building Operating Management
LEED v4.1 Sets the Tone for the Future of Green Building

Building Operating Management
Understanding VRF Safety Standards and Codes

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6 Best Practices for VRF Systems

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Security Spotlight: Mall Enacts Curfew

Building Operating Management
Is It Time For A Facilities Management Staff Check-Up?

Building Operating Management
4 Steps to Respond to New Energy Star Metrics

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4 Strategies for Balancing Facility Outsourcing Quality and Cost

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High-Performance Buildings: Impact and Insights

Building Operating Management
LEED v4.1 Performance Scores: A Primer on New Prerequisites

Building Operating Management
Arc Is Streamlining Data Management with Portfolio Analytics

Building Operating Management
Understand Energy and Water Performance Scores in LEED v4.1

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Turf Topic: Using Native Grasses in Landscapes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
VRF: Unlocking Potential Benefits

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VRF: Focusing on Fine-Tuning

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VRF: Understanding Facility Needs

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VRF: Strategies for Success

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Buildings May Interact Directly With Occupants in Future

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Welcome To The World, LEED v4.1

Building Operating Management
Wearables: The Body Is The New Credential

Building Operating Management
Technology Shaping the Future of Buildings

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The Tricky Business of Measuring Occupant Health and Wellness

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Resilience Becomes Increasingly Vital, Can Save Cities Billions

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Super Bowl Stadium Uses Advanced Roofing Material

Building Operating Management
Know The Pros and Cons of VRFs and Air Source Heat Pumps

Building Operating Management
Standards, Sustainability, Performance Highlight Door Selection Criteria

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Successful Strategies for Constructing High-Performance Buildings with Wood

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Man Thwarts Workplace Tracking With Chip Bag

Building Operating Management
How Facility Managers Should Justify Adding Staff

Building Operating Management
7 Ways To Finance Energy Efficiency Projects

Building Operating Management
Arc and LEED: Benchmarking Green Performance

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High-Performance Office Strategy: Support the Best to Motivate the Rest

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AAMA: New White Paper About Aluminum Fenestration and Energy Efficiency

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Does Value-Engineering Also Cut Occupant Productivity?

Building Operating Management
VIDEO: How Building Performance Standards Contribute to Efficient Operations

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How The Indoor Environment Affects Wellness and Health of Occupants

Building Operating Management
An Editor's View of High-Performance Buildings + Workplaces

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3 Ways to Boost Building Envelope Performance

Building Operating Management
Collaboration, Connection: Hallmarks Of High-Performance Office Space

Building Operating Management
Workspace Must Build Community

Building Operating Management
Use Technology, Personal Workspaces To Encourage Productivity

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Allow New Workspaces To Evolve Gradually

Building Operating Management
SIDEBAR: Use Available Technology To Optimize the Office

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Successful Painting Projects Require Plenty of Front-End Planning

Building Operating Management
Will Programs Like Energy Star, Energy Efficiency Tax Incentives Be Cut?

Building Operating Management
Beginning-of-the-Year Review: How Is Your Organization's Teamwork, Productivity?

Building Operating Management
The Future of Outsourcing: Better Collaboration, Strategic Relationships

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Robots Offer Look into Future of Turf Care, Snow Removal

Building Operating Management
VRF Systems: Both Air-Source and Water-Source Available

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Editorial: Managers are Talking — and Listening — to Technicians, Supervisors

Building Operating Management
How Using WaterSense Standards and Products Saves Water One Drop At a Time

Building Operating Management
Strategies for Scaling Up To Zero Net Energy Buildings

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DENSO Introduces New High-Speed Hand-Held Wireless UHF RFID Terminal

Building Operating Management
USGBC Perspective: Why FMs Should Participate in Integrative Design

Building Operating Management
Keep Your Eye on These 3 HVAC Updates (#3. VRF Systems)

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VRF as MVP: HVAC Retrofit Cools Courthouse

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Wireless Network To-Do List For Facility Managers

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Energy Not The Only Metric For High Performance Buildings

Building Operating Management
Austin's LEED Gold Convention Is Perfect Venue for 2016 High-Performance Buildings + Workplaces

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It’s Difficult To Evaluate The Link Between Energy And Occupant Performance

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Wireless Network To-Do List For Facility Managers

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Twin Design Goals: Energy Efficiency, Occupant Satisfaction

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Wireless Network To-Do List For Facility Managers

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Energy Efficiency and Occupant Comfort

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC: A Closer Look at VRF Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Must Consider Benefits of VRF System for HVAC Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Application Insights for VRF Systems

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Evaluating How Effectively Energy Is Used

Building Operating Management
Why High-Performance Buildings?

Building Operating Management
High-Performance HVAC Helps Bring LEED Platinum to 350 Mission

Building Operating Management
Next Step in Building Internet of Things: Interconnectivity and Integration

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AAMA Releases Standard for Determining Thermal Performance in Commercial Buildings

Building Operating Management
How The Built Environment Impacts People And How Well They Work

Building Operating Management
Tip: Provide Different Work Environments For Different Types of Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Re-Tuning Buildings for Improved Facility Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
EPA Statistics Debunk Energy Efficiency Myth

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training, Preparing for Building Re-Tuning Process

Building Operating Management
Technology, Design Advances Are Driving High-Performance Lighting

Building Operating Management
High-Performance Lighting Means Balancing Budget with Quality

Building Operating Management
SIDEBAR: Technology Gains in High-Performance Lighting

Building Operating Management
PNC Tower, World's Greenest High-Rise, Is A Study In Simplicity

Building Operating Management
High-Performance Building Envelope at PNC Tower Brings Efficiency

Building Operating Management
As Water Rates Rise, Efficiency More Important, Especially For Cooling Towers

Building Operating Management
Tips For A Successful RFP Process For Roofing

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Healthy Buildings, Happy Occupants

Building Operating Management
How Healthcare FMs Achieve Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Ways to Save Energy in Healthcare Facilities, Including Heat Recovery

Building Operating Management
How Froedtert Healthcare System Has Saved on Energy Costs

Building Operating Management
14 Tips for Success in Green Building

Building Operating Management
Green Strategies Include Early Use of Safety Experts, Installation Troubleshooting

Building Operating Management
Other Green Strategies Include Inventory Management, Good Roof Maintenance

Building Operating Management
U.S. Green Building Council Perspective: High-Performance Green Buildings as a Keystone of a Low-Carbon Economy

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Despite Progress, Solar Still Faces Obstacles

Building Operating Management
High-Performance Buildings: Update on NREL Facility in Colorado

Building Operating Management
High-Performance Buildings: Update on Federal Center South Building 1202 near Seattle

Building Operating Management
Training Staff, Occupants to Reach Sustainability Goals

Building Operating Management
Creating a Facilities Environment Inviting to Technology

Building Operating Management
Knowing and Designing For Your Occupants

Building Operating Management
Evolution of VAV Systems, and Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems as Alternative HVAC Strategy

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Know Your Own Operation When Selecting for Energy Optimization

Building Operating Management
Managing the Acoustics of Open, High-Performance Workplaces

Building Operating Management
Understanding Displacement Ventilation, Underfloor Air Distribution as Alternative HVAC Strategies

Building Operating Management
Understanding Radiant Heating/Cooling and Demand-Control Ventilation as Alternative HVAC Strategies

Building Operating Management
Jay Black Uses Sustainability, High-Performance Efforts to Set SL Green Apart

Building Operating Management
Managing Transition to Open Workplaces and Drawing from ‘Toolkit’ of Acoustics Products

Building Operating Management
Solving Acoustics With Design, Location, Planning

Building Operating Management
Design, Sustainable Practices Are Natural Fit for High-Performance Workplace

Building Operating Management
High-Performance HVAC Design as Seen in Chicago High Rise

Building Operating Management
Understanding Rooftop HVAC Units as an Energy-Saving Option

Building Operating Management
Understanding Geothermal Systems as Energy-Saving Option

Building Operating Management
High-Performance Lighting Design and California’s Title 24

Building Operating Management
Financing Risk Appetite, Technology Choices Also Key in Picking Energy-Efficiency Financing

Building Operating Management
The Focus on Sustainable Electricity Through PEER

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology and the Art of Finding the Right KPIs

Building Operating Management
Smart Technology Drives High-Performance Buildings, Provides Granular Detail

Building Operating Management
Issues of Airflow, Alarms, Siting in Modernizing Labs

Building Operating Management
Issues Involved in Continuous Containment for BSL3s

Building Operating Management
Role of Commissioning, Verification, and Project Team in Lab Modernization

Building Operating Management
2 Ways Building Energy Performance Deteriorates

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Team: Sustainable Landscapes a Group Effort at the University of California-Davis

Building Operating Management
Tips on Modernizing High Containment Labs

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Resilience and Occupant Comfort: Key Factors of High-Performance

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How To Focus on Resilience in Existing Buildings

Building Operating Management
Consider Tax Appetite in Picking Best Financing for Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
3 Options for Energy Savings in HVAC Systems

Building Operating Management
Active Upgrading, Energy Monitoring Also Part of SL Green Sustainability Approach

Building Operating Management
Retrocommissioning, Tenant Relationships Part of SL Green Sustainability Efforts

Building Operating Management
Mobile Technology, Natural Lighting as High-Performance Tools

Building Operating Management
Sustainable Construction and High-Performance Workplaces

Building Operating Management
More on High-Performance HVAC Design

Building Operating Management
High-Performance HVAC Design Provides Load Variation, Other Benefits

Building Operating Management
Additional Energy Efficiency Lighting Issues Covered by Title 24

Building Operating Management
California’s Title 24 Addresses Variety of Lighting Efficiency Controls

Building Operating Management
Acceptance Testing, Training for Lighting Controls, Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Hesitations over Smart Technology and the Promise of More Benefits

Building Operating Management
Reaping Benefits of Smart-Building Capabilities, Including Digital Credentialing

Building Operating Management
Smart-Building Tools for High-Performance Buildings

Building Operating Management
Options for Hard-Surface Flooring Include Vinyl

Building Operating Management
Comparative Data, Coil Cleaning Can Help Restore Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Maintenance Plan, ‘Walk-Around’ Audits Can Help Restore Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Role of Staff, Training, Building Data in Loss of Energy Efficiency

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First Cost Is Not Only Consideration in Door and Hardware Specification

Building Operating Management
Critical Flooring Issues Include Quality, Installation, Maintenance

Building Operating Management
Find Best Flooring for Your Needs: Rubber, Linoleum, and More

Building Operating Management
AIV Metric Can Build Accountability into Building Performance

Building Operating Management
Buildings’ Data Helps Reveal Effectiveness of Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Occupant Response Measures Must Figure in Building Evaluation

Building Operating Management
Building’s Energy Efficiency, Occupant Comfort Are Related

Building Operating Management
The Business Case for Developing Women In Leadership

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Getting the Most Out of Doors and Hardware

Building Operating Management
3 Common Mistakes in Wireless System Design

Building Operating Management
When Installing Wireless, Consider Signal Coverage, Interference, Security

Building Operating Management
During Design, Think Ahead in Planning Wireless Needs

Building Operating Management
Boston's EPC, PPA Plans Have Potential Big Impact

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Impact of KPIs on Measuring Productivity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
As CMMS collect and store more maintenance data, managers discuss strategies for using them to increase productivity and efficiency

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Five High-Performance Building Trends For 2015

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LEED Volume Delivers High-Performance on a Large Scale

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Improving Productivity: Measure What Matters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Impact of KPIs on Measuring Productivity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Steps to Executing Increased Productivity Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lessons in Labor: Data Helps Alaska School District Manager Make Tough Cuts

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The Intersection of Green Building Design and Fire Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mower Maintenance Plan Helps Extend Life of Fleet

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Follow Manufacturer's, Warranty Guidelines to Extend Mower Shelf Life

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keeping Employees Safe Top Priority of Mower Fleet Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Supporting the Mower Fleet With Additional Attachments and Accessories

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mower Maintenance: Solving the Staffing Issue

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Common Data Not Always the Correct Data to Determine KPIs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
After Finding the Right KPIs, Take Advantage of the Information

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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Eliminates the use of Chemicals on Turf Areas as Part of Grounds Management Program

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Defining High-Performance Buildings

Building Operating Management
New Energy Code Approach Could Be Industry Game-Changer

Building Operating Management
Outcome-Based Energy Codes Link Operations To Design

Building Operating Management
How Would Outcome-Based Energy Codes Be Enforced?

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With Outcome-Based Codes, Who Is Responsible For Performance During Measurement Period?

Building Operating Management
ICC Votes On Energy Code Compliance For IgCC

Building Operating Management
Open Plenum Ceilings Pose Acoustical Challenges

Building Operating Management
Sound-Masking, Furniture Systems Improve Open Plenum Acoustics

Building Operating Management
Aesthetic Challenge Of Open Plenum Means Avoiding A Tangle Of Wire, Pipes, And Ugly Ducts

Building Operating Management
Out Of Data Center Cooling Capacity? Take A Closer Look At Airflow

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LEED Dynamic Plaque May Lead To Better LEED Performance

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What Is High-Performance Building?

Building Operating Management
Taking The First Steps Toward Intelligent Buildings

Building Operating Management
Zipcar Aims For Collaborative Community In New Headquarters

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High-Performance Products Make High-Performance Buildings

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Guaranteed Energy Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Recruiting Strategies: Finding and Keeping Top Talent

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Where Maintenance Managers Find Qualified Help

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Finding Qualified Candidates Sometimes Presents Major Challenge

Building Operating Management
BACnet Data Fuels Success With Analytics

Building Operating Management
Analytics Options Are As Varied As Buildings

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Facility Managers Must Truly Understand BACnet To Maximize Its Benefits

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High-Performance Green Colleges Make the Grade

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Inventory Management: Avoiding Costly Mistakes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS: Backbone of Inventory Management and Control

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Supervision Pays Dividends in Storeroom Operations

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LEED Dynamic Plaque May Lead To Better LEED Performance

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What Is High-Performance Building?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spring Forward: Essential Steps for Warm-Weather Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Inspect Grounds Equipment, Irrigation Systems for Signs of Winter Damage

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Management Insight Column: Five KPIs Every Manager Should Use

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Management Insight Column: Measure key performance indicators that matter

Building Operating Management
How To Ensure High-Performance Buildings Have High-Performance Operations

Building Operating Management
BOMI's High Performance Program Can Help Ensure High-Performance Operations

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LEED in Motion Reports Help Support Case For Sustainability

Building Operating Management
EPDs as Increasingly Critical Piece of Product Selection

Building Operating Management
M&V Done Right: Tips For Measuring And Reporting Energy Efficiency Results

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Personnel Management Challenges and Successes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Big Data: Rethinking Your Dashboard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Five Minutes With Podcast: Hospital Says no to Pesticides for Turf Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
California Campus Realizes Savings With Sustainable Landscapes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tree-Planting Program Generates Significant Energy Savings at UC-Davis

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Landscape Focus Changes Staff Responsibilities at UC-Davis

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Hospital Says no to Pesticides for Turf Management

Building Operating Management
HIPAA Regulations, Affordable Care Act Requirements Are Driving Improvement In Hospital Acoustics, Privacy

Building Operating Management
Sound-absorbing Ceiling Tile Can Help Improve Hospital Acoustics

Building Operating Management
HEI's Bob Holesko, Other FMXcellence Winners Share How They Made A Big Impact On A Large Portfolio

Building Operating Management
At BAE Systems, Sustainability Program Grew From Single Chiller Project

Building Operating Management
New York City Department Of Education's SchoolStat Program Helps Show Value Of FM

Building Operating Management
Georgia Tech's Culture Of Sustainability Helps Attract Students

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Is Cornerstone Of Lawrence Berkley National Laboratory's Culture, Research

Building Operating Management
TD Bank Spreads Sustainability Across Multi-National Portfolio

Building Operating Management
Video: How to Engage Occupants in Sustainability Strategies

Building Operating Management
Video: Communications Strategies for FM Success

Building Operating Management
How To Get The Most Out Of Your Doors And Hardware

Building Operating Management
First Cost Is Not Only Consideration In Door And Hardware Specification

Building Operating Management
Doors And Hardware Maintenance Plan Can Ensure Maximum Performance

Building Operating Management
NFPA 80 Fire Door Inspection Requirements Include Certification Standards

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Data Center HVAC Practices Can Pose Challenges to Fire Detection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Savings, From the Grounds Equipment Up

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Organic Chemicals Produce Positive Results in New York School District

Building Operating Management
CEIR's RoofPoint System Helps Facility Managers Evaluate Roof Efficiency, Durability

Building Operating Management
Ultimate Goal of CEIR's RoofPoint System is to Guide All Phases of Roofing Projects

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RoofPoint System is Rooted in Good Roofing Design Principles

Building Operating Management
RoofPoint System Offers Alternative to LEED Certification

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Is Your Building Green, Sustainable, High-Performance, or All of the Above?

Building Operating Management
Glenborough Uses Energy Star As Guide For Extensive Energy Efficiency Efforts

Building Operating Management
Glenborough's Next Project is Energy Retrofits at Corporate Headquarters

Building Operating Management
Glenborough's Long-Term Goal Is To Be Industry Leader In Sustainability

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Energy Model Shows Economic Value of High-Performance HVAC

Facility Maintenance Decisions
High Usage Level Places High Expectations on Door Hardware

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electronic Access-Control Technology Emerges for Door Hardware

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New Door Hardware Creates Need for Additional Technician Training

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Data To Measure IAQ Is Complex Proposition

Building Operating Management
Long-Term Roofing Plan Can Save Money, Aggravation

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Roof Inspections, Checklist Help Facility Managers Spot Trouble Early

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Properly Maintained Roof Log Helps Streamline Management Of Roof Systems

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Plan For Roof Replacement To Avoid Catastrophic Failure

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Integrate newest technology into BAS

Building Operating Management
Performance-based Outsourcing of Facility Services Can Improve Results

Building Operating Management
Outcomes Are Most Important Metric For Performance-based Outsourcing Contracts

Building Operating Management
Performance Accountability Required For Successful Outsourcing

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To Achieve High Performance Building, Look To ASHRAE Guideline 32

Building Operating Management
RoofPoint Rating System Helps Define Real Roofing Sustainability

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RoofPoint System Calls for Roofing Durability

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RoofPoint System Offers Measurable Goals

Building Operating Management
Sustainable HVAC Operations: ASHRAE Guideline Shows How to Go Green

Building Operating Management
Multi-tenant Buildings A Complicating Factor In High-Performance Operations

Building Operating Management
Showcase Products: HVAC

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Access-Control Technology Offers Enhanced Protection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Compatible Door Hardware Enhances Building Security

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Access-Control Technology Requires New Tools for Front-line Technicians

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In High Performance HVAC Design, Facility Manager Plays Key Role

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Effective Concrete Maintenance Requires Inspection Guidelines

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Concrete Repair Requires Careful Preparation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Concrete Coating Considerations To Extend Performance Life

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Equipment Rental Offers Managers Many Advantages

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Guidelines for Proper Use of Rental Equipment Prevent Mistakes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lowering Equipment Rental Costs by Implementing Strategic Planning

Building Operating Management
Cost Savings and Green Features at NAU Health and Learning Center

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers Have More Green Building Ratings Systems Choices Than Ever

Building Operating Management
LEED Offers Guidelines for Green Design, Construction and Operations

Building Operating Management
Green Globes Program Covers Wide Range of Buildings

Building Operating Management
Living Building Challenge is Advanced Green Building Standard

Building Operating Management
SERF Offers Affordable Alternative to Other Green Building Ratings Systems

Building Operating Management
BOMA 360 Includes Sustainability as Part of Focus On Efficient Operations

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Extending the performance life of paved surfaces

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Green Cleaning RFP

Facility Maintenance Decisions
TLC: The Recipe for Success?

Building Operating Management
Energy Benchmarking Software Tools Help Reduce Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Energy Dashboards: Criteria for Selection for Facility Managers

Building Operating Management
Energy Analytics Crunch Large Amounts of Data to Help Reduce Energy Costs

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Underfloor Air Distribution Can Benefit High Performance Buildings

Building Operating Management
How To Justify Energy Efficiency Projects To Upper Management

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The "Big Four" Green Building Rating Systems

Building Operating Management
Bumps in the Road Don't Slow Down Toyota's Cooke

News & Views
LEED-EBOM 2012 To Focus on Performance

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Outsourced Service Provider Selection Best Practices

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Performance Contracting: Saving Energy, Saving Money

Building Operating Management
A Breakdown of LEED-EBOM

Building Operating Management
Data is Power: LEED Buildings and the Building Performance Partnership

Building Operating Management
Long-term Sustainability: LEED-EBOM

Building Operating Management
From Design to Operations: Energy Star's Designed to Earn

Building Operating Management
Mandating Performance: Outcome-based Codes

Building Operating Management
LEED Designs Don't Always Lead to Sustainable Operations

Building Operating Management
Controls, Commissioning Key to Realizing Green Building Potential

Building Operating Management
Energy Model: Use To Compare, Not To Predict

Building Operating Management
The Curious Case of Northland Pines High School

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How Five Steps Can Help Facility Managers Improve Communication

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Careful Planning Brings Benefits from Performance Contracting

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Performance Contracting Requires Understanding Facility Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Selecting an ESCO: Questions To Ask

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers: Versatile Equipment for Snow, Leaf Removal

News & Views
MSCA Star Certifies Non-Residential Mechanical Service Contractors

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Free Handbook Can Help With Tracking, Improving Building Performance

News & Views
Diagnostic and Monitoring: Tools to Analyze Power Quality

News & Views
What Are Outcome-Based Codes?

Building Operating Management
Phillip Saieg: The Pursuit of High-Performance

Building Operating Management
Phillip Saieg: Raising the Bar on Sustainability

Building Operating Management
Building Envelopes Affect Energy Use, so Make Sure Yours Isn't Just a Pretty Face

Building Operating Management
For Efficient Exteriors, Start With the Outside, Looking In

News & Views
Energy Model Can Improve HVAC System Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
High-Performance Buildings Need High-Performing Operators

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Irrigation: How to Reduce Potable Water Use

News & Views
Setting Service Standards with Outsourced Service Providers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints: How to Match Formulation with Substrate

News & Views
High-Performance HVAC System Requires an Integrated Design

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Commercial Data Centers Will Begin to Use High-Performance Computers

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Water Treatment Demand Planning and Ongoing Attention

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware: Important Technology Advances

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware Maintenance: Problems and Solutions

Building Operating Management
High-performance Computing (HPC) Is Likely to Become Mainstream

Building Operating Management
Power and Communication Needs of Supercomputers

Building Operating Management
Tackling HPC's Massive Heat Generation

Building Operating Management
Resilient Flooring Options: Improved Design Appeal and Performance

Building Operating Management
Health Care Friendly Rubber

Building Operating Management
Linoleum's Affordable Benefits

Building Operating Management
Vinyl Gaining Respect

Building Operating Management
Long-lived Terrazzo

Building Operating Management
Mixing Resilient Floor Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Programs

Building Operating Management
High Performance Starts with Integrated Design and Energy Modeling

Building Operating Management
Innovative HVAC Elements to Consider

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS Installation: Hospital to Monitor KPIs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Inventory Management: Lessons From Industry

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Inventory Strategies: Vending Machines & RFID

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Grounds Care: Designing, Maintaining Athletic Fields with Michael Tarantino

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware: RFID Technology Improves Security

News & Views
Tools to Diagnose IAQ

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Managing Outsourcing in Critical Facilities

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Balancing Savings and Performance in Outsourcing

Facility Focus
Better Building Performance Boosts FM Standing

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Using the Climate Climate Initiative to Fund Energy Efficiency Projects

Building Operating Management
CCI Partners with ESCOs on Performance Contracting

Building Operating Management
Performance Contracting How To

Building Operating Management
Innovation: Tax Lien Financing

Building Operating Management
Mandated Commissioning, 'Plan for Operations' Part of New Green Standard

Building Operating Management
Standard Is First For Commercial Buildings Written In Mandatory Language

Building Operating Management
Green Standard Covers Seven Major Energy Requirement Categories

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Inventory Management: Implementing Bar-Code, RFID Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Data Centers: Poor Air Distribution Leads to Hot Spots

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Temperature Control Efficiency Can Maximize Return

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Mowing: Taller Grass Resists Weeds

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Ceiling Clouds Offer Performance and Aesthetic Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Budget Blueprint: Align, Attack, Focus

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Turf Conversions Generate Rebates, Conserve Water

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Turf Conversions Require Construction, Horticultural Knowledge

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Irrigation: Drip Systems Replace Pop-Up, Rotor Sprinkler Heads

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Inventory Management: RFID Transactions Occur in Real Time

Building Operating Management
The Benefits Of High-Performance Buildings

Building Operating Management
High-Performance Buildings Go to Washington

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University of Texas: Size of Campus, Student Body Make Mowing a Challenge

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Two Data Center Airflow Management Tips

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Sustainable Design Can Boost Student Performance, Research Shows

Building Operating Management
CCI Partners With ESCOs To Shrink Carbon Footprints

Building Operating Management
Tips For Successful Performance Contracting

Building Operating Management
RFPs Scorecard Make it Easier to Evaluate Facility Software Vendors

News & Views
How to Properly Apply Grounds Chemicals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Managers Reduce Chemical Use on Landscaped Areas

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Are Organic Fertilizers Worth the Extra Cost?

Building Operating Management
ASHRAE's New Standard For High-Performance Buildings

Building Operating Management
Green Buildings Require Commissioning

News & Views
Airflow Is Management Key To Controlling Data Center Energy Costs

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Coalition Provides Federal Buildings with Energy-Efficiency Recommendations

News & Views
Landscape Design: Get Managers Involved

News & Views
Tips for Energy Performance Contracting Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Four Objectives for Specifying Roof Coatings

News & Views
When Selecting HVAC Products, Look at Part Load Performance

News & Views
Turf Management: Preparing for the Cold

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Proper Maintenance Ensures Door Hardware Performs as Designed

News & Views
What Is a Green Performance Contract?

Building Operating Management
Finding Green Cleaners

Building Operating Management
Crafting an RFI for Green Cleaners

Building Operating Management
What to Put in a Green Cleaning RFP

Building Operating Management
Health Care Goes Wireless

Building Operating Management
Defining High-Performance Buildings

Building Operating Management
To Improve Energy Performance, Improve Operations

News & Views
Preparing for Frozen Turf

News & Views
Performance Aspects of Ceilings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Air Filtration-Energy Connection

Building Operating Management
Exploring New Paths

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care Goes Green

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Wireless Work

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USGBC Opens Public Comment on LEED For High Performance Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology That Tames Inventory

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sealing in Floor Performance

Building Operating Management
Sound Decisions

Building Operating Management
Outlook

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grass-Roots Turf Management

Building Operating Management
Commissioning: Making it Pay

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hot Buttons for Colder Weather

Building Operating Management
Paints: Both Sides Now

Building Operating Management
Schools Seek Formula for High Performance

Building Operating Management
Educational Experience: Meeting The Acoustical Standard for Schools

Building Operating Management
Adding Value: Action Plan

Building Operating Management
Valuing Insulation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Systems: Streamlining for Savings

Building Operating Management
Out of Harm's Way

Building Operating Management
Internet Link to Hines' Best Practices

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Metrics Matter

Building Operating Management
The Biggest Mistake?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cleaning: The Outside Story

Building Operating Management
Measures raise acoustics issues for schools, health care facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cordless Tools Come of Age

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Across the Industry

Building Operating Management
Energy Deficient

Building Operating Management
Fresh Strategies to Boost Stale Power and Energy Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Across the Industry

Building Operating Management
Energy Performance Pitfalls

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting for Productivity