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Facilities management updates, insights, strategies & best practices

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New WELL Coworking Rating Standard Reflects Changing Workspace


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The Challenges of Parking Lots: What to Look Out For

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Utah Rolls Out Water Tracker for Facility

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Businesses Turn to Propane for Energy Security and Efficiency

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Practicing What it Preaches: Denver Water Utility

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Preventive Strategies to Extend Flooring Life and Cut Costs

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What is a Circular Workplace?

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Learn from the Best: Facility Champions Webcast set for November 12

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Denver Water Utility Prioritizes Smart Water Use, Conservation

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Flooring Trends for Facilities with Heavy Traffic

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Ocean View School District Improves Sustainability with Restroom Solutions

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Changing the Conversation on Net-Zero Emissions

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Supreme Court Rules to Allow EPA to Enforce Greenhouse Gas Reductions

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DOE Grants Target Cities' Green Efforts

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Healthy Building Policy Summit Points to Sustainable Future

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Sustainable Facilities: Learning from Better Buildings Initiative Partners

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AI-Powered Solution to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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How Morehouse College Reduced Energy Consumption by 30 Percent

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C-Suite to Prioritize Sustainable Initiatives

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Lighting Controls: Achieving Energy Efficiency and Visual Comfort

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How Regenerative Design is Shaping the Future of Facilities

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Data Centers' Consumption of Water Remains High

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Where Can Facilities Managers Start with ESG?

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Department of Energy Selects Projects to Decarbonize Buildings

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How Solar Energy Saves Schools Money and Engages Students

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How Metal Roofs Improve Energy Efficiency and Longevity

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

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Water Consumption Concerns as Data Center Use Increases

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California Energy Code Updates Aim to Save Energy Costs

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More K-12 School Districts Leaning on Solar Energy

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Making the Case for Metal Roofs

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Milwaukee is the Center of Mass Timber Momentum

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Access Board Seeks Accessibility to Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

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2024 Facility Champion Dave Keating Always Just a Phone Call Away

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GSA Updates Standards Pushing Zero-Emissions Goal

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C-Suite Leaders to Increase Sustainability Efforts

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Why Water Bottle Filling Stations Are Healthier, Greener Options

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Metro Toronto Convention Centre Upgrades to Sustainable Lighting

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How Citi's HQ Redesign Achieved LEED and WELL Platinum Certifications

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Electric Boilers: Cost vs. Long-Term Savings

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ASHRAE Rolls Out Data Center Resource

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Renovations Boost NBA’s Hawks’ Stadium

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The Impact of Electrification on Built Assets

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GSA Design Standards Target Energy Waste, Fossil Fuels

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Horticulture Management Inside Milwaukee's Historic Domes

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Data Centers Used to Heat Olympic Pools

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How to Clean Solar Panels to Achieve Maximum Efficiency

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The Case for Sustainable Roofs

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Raymond Elementary Combines History and Sustainability

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Sustainable Roofing Strategies

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General Service Administration to Evaluate Sustainability Technologies

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Tucson's Cool Oasis: Sustainable ENR2 Courtyard

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New York Invests $100 Million in Capitol Decarbonization Project

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4 Benefits of Pairing Solar with Battery Storage for Commercial Facilities

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New York City Facilities Pledge to Cut Energy Consumption

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Opening Doors for People with Disabilities Remains a Challenge

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Tech Companies Use as Much Electricity as Countries

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The Impact of Water Heaters on Energy Efficiency

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ASHRAE Establishes Center of Excellence for Building Decarbonization

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Renovating School for Children with Disabilities

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Decarbonizing School Buildings a Slow, Steady Process

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The Latest Water Heater Technology Innovations

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American Solar Panel Manufacturing and Installations See Huge Increases

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What Exactly is a Zero Emissions Building?

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AI to be Used in Demand for Clean Energy

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Biden Administration Releases Carbon Offsets Guidance

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Department of Energy Announces Six Awards from RLF Program

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Maintenance: The Right Thing for the Environment 

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Facilities Embraces Electrification for 2030 Goals

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Building Electrification Hastens Clean-Energy Transition

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Zero Waste Plan to Further Washington D.C.’s Green Initiative

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Department of Energy Names Top Sustainable and Healthy Schools

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Ithaca Green New Deal Aims to Electrify 6,000 Buildings

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ESG: The Facility Manager’s Role

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Facility Managers Embrace Earth Day

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Steps for Maximizing Small Garden Spaces

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How to Prioritize Embodied Carbon in Sustainability Initiatives

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Spring Grounds Checklist for Managers

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Keeping E-Waste from Landfills

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Updated ASHRAE Standard Focuses on Carbon Emissions

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GSA Issues Guidance on LEDs and Controls

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To Sustainability and Beyond: The BIT Building Program

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Advanced Skills Credential Now Available to Address Building Technology

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3 Energy Efficiency Resources for K-12 Facility Managers

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Allegiant Stadium Reaches 100 Percent Renewable Energy

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2024 HVAC Trends: Sustainability, Filtration, and Future Innovations

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Pentagon Among Federal Buildings Receiving Solar Funding

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U.S. Air Force Seeks Industry Feedback for Net-Zero Projects

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Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville Selects Nexamp for Community Solar Power

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Beyond the Game: NRG Stadium's Eco-Friendly Makeover

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How the Music City Center's Green Roof Revolutionizes Sustainability in Commercial Buildings

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University of Pittsburgh Grounds Goes Electric

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Seattle City Council Passes Legislation to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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U.S. Department of Energy Announces Energy Auditor Training Program

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Improving Students’ Mental Health with Biophilic Design

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ABM Initiates Energy Performance Contracting Program with Orange County Public Schools

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Smart Buildings Help Organizations Reach Sustainability Goals Faster

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Navigating the Hurdles of Electric Vehicle Fleet Conversion

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Reagan Building to Receive Electrification Upgrades

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Detroit Adopts Energy and Water Benchmarking Policy for All Buildings

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Key Industry Organizations Collaborate on Material Sustainability

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Electric HVAC Systems Play Key Role in Decarbonization Playbook

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U.S. Emissions Projected to Fall by 3% in 2023

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For Data Center Construction, Location Matters

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Madison's Drive for Green Fleet: Challenges and Triumphs

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Sustainability Comes of Age at UC-Irvine Health

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The Benefits and Challenges of Facility Electrification

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U.S. Losing Ground in Net-Zero Efforts

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New York Soccer Team Seeks to Play in City's First All-Electric Stadium

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Future-Proofing the Energy Efficiency of New LED Lighting

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Global Leaders Agree to Phasing Out Fluorescent Lighting

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City of Mesa Illuminates with Smart LED Lighting from Signify

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Building Efficiency for Sustainable Tomorrow Launches New Certification

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Department of Energy to Spend $3.46 Billion on Grid Upgrades

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Stormwater Management Strategies Target Safety and Sustainability

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Boar's Head Resort Outfitted with Auto-Chlor System

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Madison Centralizes City Service with LEED Gold Fleet Building

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Mass Timber Emerges as Popular Option for New Construction

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ASHRAE Releases New Guide on Grid Interactivity

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Lighting’s Role in Decarbonization Efforts

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Evolving from Sustainability to Resiliency

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Joint LEED / WELL Certification Drawing Big Interest

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Building Owners Lead the Way to Carbon Neutrality

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How Roofing Code Changes Drive Innovation

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Joint Commission Rolls Out Green Certification

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California Building Codes Emphasize Reducing Embodied Carbons

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Electrification and Sustainability: The Future of Grounds Management

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Boston Nixes Fossil Fuel Use in New City Facilities

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Rochester, Minnesota to Invest in Geothermal Energy

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Floating Solar Arrays an Emerging Technology in U.S.

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Denver Ranks No. 1 as Most Climate Resilient City in U.S.

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Zoo Transforms Retired Monorail Line into Vibrant Walking Path

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Enhance Energy Performance with Metal Roofing

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New Amazon Headquarters Catches Attention of LEED Officials

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From IAQ to Energy Efficiency: HVAC Upgrades Post-Pandemic

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University of Pittsburgh Implements SolarEdge DC Solar Installations

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Transforming Denver Public Schools: A Path to Carbon Neutrality by 2050

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Denver Public Schools Embraces Net-Zero Plan

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Navigating Funding Sources for Alternative Energy Projects

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A New Era of Sustainability

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Inflation Reduction Act Money Finds way to States that Refused Funding

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Scottsdale Implements International Green Construction Code

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Green Does Not Necessarily Mean Safe

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Small New York City at Forefront of Decarbonization Push

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How Sustainability Staff in Schools Drive Cost Savings Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

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GSA Commits $1 Billion to Sustainable Facilities

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New York State Program Offers Rewards for Electrification Programs

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GSA, DHS Partner to Cut Building Emissions

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Sustainable Water Management: Climate Pledge Arena's Green Initiatives

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Chattanooga Lays Out Plan for Sustainable Future 

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Chattanooga Setting Energy, Sustainability Standards for U.S. Cities

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Decarbonization is Not as Difficult as it Sounds

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Los Angeles Hospital Uses TrashBots to Reduce Contamination in Recycling and Composting

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Office Space: Bellwether for Distress or Opportunity for Revitalization?

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Understanding the Benefits of Virtual Power Plants

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Green Seal Releases New Report

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Preparation is Key When Pursuing a Boiler Upgrade

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Electric Vehicles Use Curtails Emergency Room Visits

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Industry Groups Streamline Process for Obtaining Certifications

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Climate Change Contributes to Modest Rise in Home Runs

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California City Announces Sustainability Plan

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Ecofibre American HQ Outfitted with Sustainable Lighting from Solatube International

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Impact of ASHRAE 90.1 Standard Changes

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How to Build a Sustainability Program

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Kansas City Airport Earns LEED v4 Gold Certification

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Sloan Park Provides Sustainability for Drought-ridden Arizona

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College Campuses Teaming with Utilities to meet HVAC, Sustainability Goals

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Why Facility Managers Should Focus on ESG

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How Boilers are Affecting Facilities Managers

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Landmark New York City Skyscraper Already Considered Outdated

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Why Facilities Should Use Green Seal Certified Paints

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What is the Green Globes Certification and How Can it Benefit Facilities?

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Flex Space in Facilities Taking on New Meaning

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Green Roof Delivers Sustainability Benefits for Javits Center

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Smart Windows Offer Modern Solution for Middle Tennessee State University

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What Is the Inflation Reduction Act and How to Use it for Energy Projects?

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Underwater Garages Serve as Alternative for Bike Storage

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Lower CFC Use Helping Restore Ozone Layer

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LEED Crosswalks Help Users Pursue Several Certifications at Once

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Breathing New Life Into an Old Landmark Building

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3 Elements of Roofing Sustainability

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Sustainable Initiatives Can Help Future-Proof Buildings

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Sustainable Buildings Go Beyond Just Environmental Benefits

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New York City Pledges $4 Billion to Electrify Schools

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Fitwel Steps Into the Mainstream

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How Sustainable Will the World Cup Really Be?

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San Francisco's Harvey Milk Terminal First to Achieve WELL Certification

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What Is the WELL Building Standard?

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Understanding Sustainable Floorcovering Options

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Vertical Solar Array Powers Commercial Office Building in Wisconsin

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More Students to Consider Enrolling at Sustainable Universities

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Partnering With ESCOs Can Create Cost Savings

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Plumbing Upgrades Fit for Sustainable Codes

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Design Teams Brace for More Sustainable Projects

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ESCOs Pave Pathway to Savings

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U.S. Airports Banking on Electric Buses

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Facilities Ease into Making ESG Commitments

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What You Need to Know About Community Solar

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How to Boost Commercial Office Value Using Water Features

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Green Roofs See Several Benefits

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SoFi Stadium Uses Sustainable Grounds to Also Be a Year-Round Park

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The Benefits of Blue Roofs

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Solution Center Helps FMs Learn from Peers

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Life Time Athletic Club Chain Establishes Energy Efficiency Standards Across its Locations

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How Sustainable Initiatives are Changing Grounds Management at University of Michigan

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Building Electrification Is Reaching Critical Mass in Commercial Facilities

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Cities Commit to Major Changes to Battle Climate Change

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Setting Your Higher Education WELL Building Solutions Design Strategies

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Food Delivery Robots are all the Rage on College Campuses

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Specific WELL Building Solutions for Higher Education

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Evaluate Real Facility Change During Zero Emissions Day

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Why Facilities Managers Should Care About Net Zero

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3 Strategies for Water-Efficient Restrooms

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Wendy's Franchisee Reaches Water, Energy Efficiency Goals

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Sustainable Guidelines for Snow and Ice Management

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Seattle Central College Embraces Sustainability

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General Services Administration Paving Projects Install Eco-Friendly Asphalt

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Inflation Reduction Act Funds Building Efficiency, Sustainable Construction

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Chicago Public Schools Denied Funding from Clean Bus Program

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Regenerative Buildings Represent the Future of Facilities

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How to Make Modernization Projects Profitable and Sustainable

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Are Your Occupants Stealing Electricity by Charging Cell Phones?

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Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Through Targeted Renovations

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Utility Demand-Response Programs Heat Up

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Whole Foods Tops Energy Efficiency Goal Two Years Early

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Woodland Park Zoo Rallies to Provide Natural Lighting for Komodo Dragon

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Research Team Explores Idea of Solar Windows

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Miami Achieves Citywide WELL Health-Safety Certification

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Access Board Offers Guidance on EV Charging Station Design

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Define, Measure, Reduce: How Buildings Go Carbon Neutral

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Climate Action Increasing as World Heats Up

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Louisville Recognizes Energy-Efficient Facilities

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How to Be Proactive in Solving Staff Shortages

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USPS Reverses Course on Electric Vehicle Purchase

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How a Wisconsin Elementary School Achieved Net Zero Status

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New York City Facilities Participate in Demand Response Program

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What to Know About ADA Regulations

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Honolulu Passes Energy Benchmarking Ordinance

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Vermont First State to Ban Fluorescent Lamps

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The IDS Center Awarded Green Globes Certification

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US Ranks Low in Green Future Index

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Urban Land Institute Recognizes Standout Sustainable Projects

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On the Path to Net-Zero Energy

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Electric Grounds Equipment Sees Sustainable Benefits

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Green Globes Certified Space Tops 500 Million Square Feet

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Green Seal Bans 'Forever Chemicals' From Certified Cleaning Products

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Despite Supreme Court Ruling, Utilities Expected to Still Steer from Coal

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Life Time Inc. Surpasses Energy Goal

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New Jersey School District Becomes Net Zero, Installs Energy Saving Solutions

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General Services Administration Sets Standards to Better Protect Bees

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Miami's City Buildings and Parks Earn WELL Rating

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LEED Zero Certifications Reach 23 Million Square Feet

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Smart Pumps Lead the Way to Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Goals

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LAX Concourse Meets Stringent Sustainable Code Requirements

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EPA Offering $6.5 Billion to Support Water Infrastructure Projects

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LA Tops List of Energy Star Cities

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Electricity Prices Expected to Spike This Summer

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Biden Administrations Ramps Up Solar Support

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Washington D.C. Establishes Aggressive Carbon Emissions Goals

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LEED Zero Certifications Reach 23 Million Square Feet

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NEMA Standard Aims to Raise Accuracy of Submeters

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4 Immediate Reasons to Focus on Sustainability

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Wood-Burning Boiler Balances Sustainability and Maintenance

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Los Angeles Bans Gas Hookups in New Construction

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4 Steps to Performing a Successful Energy Assessment

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Former Toxic Waste Superfund Site to Become Solar Installation 

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Propane Power Generators Help Prevent Blackouts, Cleaner Alternative

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FEMA Aims to Boost Building Energy Efficiency, Resilience

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Green Lease Leaders Awarded, Program Sees Record Expansion

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EPA Retires Energy Star for Roofing Specification

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New Jersey Legislature Funds Electric Bus Pilot Program

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U.S. Decarbonization Efforts Expand to National Labs

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Understanding the Benefits of Metal in Commercial Buildings

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GSA Selects Six Sustainable Strategies for Widespread Implementation

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Health and Wellness Strategies Complement Resilience, Sustainability

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As Climate Change Accelerates, So Must Resilience

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Smart Spaces Address Facility Managers’ Pain Points

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GSA Action Spurs EV Use for Federal Facilities

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California Correctional System Touts Energy Saving Efforts

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Building Safety, Sustainability Begin with Improved Building, Energy Codes

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Sustainability Succeeds at Meister Cheese Company

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Healthy and Green: Facility Achieves Fitwel and LEED Certification

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New Healthy and Green Schools Standard Announces Pilot Projects

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Power Tool Technology Continues to Improve

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New Sustainability Program Focuses on Healthy Schools and Colleges

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Desert Bloom: Sustainability Pays Dividends at UTEP

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5 Technology Trends That Will Dominate Facility Management in 2022

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Utility Vehicles Help University Roll On to Greener Grounds

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Green Infrastructure: Popular Examples and Emerging Trends

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Illinois Heads USGBC’s List of Top 10 LEED States of 2021

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California High School Earns Sustainable Grounds Care First

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How Electric Vehicles Are Reshaping Facilities Management

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Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum Earns LEED Gold Certification

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How Wellness Initiatives Incorporate Sustainability

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Case Study: Sustainability, Occupant Comfort Achieved Through HVAC Upgrade

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How to Design, Build, and Operate Greener Data Centers

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University of Florida Launches $1.6 Billion Campus Overhaul

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Green Uprising: How Office Development Will Emerge from the Pandemic

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Princeton Goes Big in Bid for Net-Zero Campus

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How FM and IT Can Team Up for Green

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3 Trends Influencing Building Enclosure Design

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How Green Is Your Service Provider?

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How to Make Smart Building Data Smarter

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Biden Administration Acts To Cut Use of HFCs

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90 Percent of FMs Report Data Center Outage During Last Year: Survey

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University’s New Campus Presents Unique FM Challenges

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How Would You Build a Sustainable City From Scratch?

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Report: 80 Percent of Companies Embracing Sustainability Initiatives

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Sustainability Must Start with Energy Management

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Sustainable and Resilient: The Future of Buildings

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Managing Energy Demand Can Aid Move To Clean Energy

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School District to Install 170 Touchless, Self-Sanitizing Water Stations

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Federal Funding Efforts Target K-12 School Upgrades

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Turf Conversion To Benefit Environment and Bottom Line

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Case Study: Upgrading an Elementary School’s Aging Heating System

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6 Net Zero Energy Buildings FAQs

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Sustainability in Grounds Care: One University's Success Story

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How to Consider Energy in Planning, Design, and Construction

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On Earth Day, Bring the Natural World Indoors with Biophilic Design

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How to Add Value on Your Next Roofing Project

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How Roofing Complements Whole-Building Sustainability

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Going Beyond Green: The Evolution of Sustainability in a Post COVID-19 World

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How to Maximize Roof Performance Life in the Real World

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Electric Vehicle Power Drives Denver Building

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Durability, Safety, Aesthetics Should Top Flooring Selection Criteria

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Now Is the Time for LEED Certification

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With Greening Buildings, Be Sure to Consider Resilience

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Smart Strategies for Creating Sustainable Outdoor Workspaces

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Getting Creative with Creating Outdoor Workspaces

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Simply Listening to Staff Concerns Helps Builds FM Team Accountability

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Sustainability, Sanitation, ADA: Critical Considerations for Restroom Design

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Yankee Stadium First Sports Venue To Earn New WELL Certification

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8 Steps to Reliability During the Pandemic

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Pandemic Protocol: Build Partnerships to Keep Green Schools Green, Students Safe

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How Health and Wellness Complements Sustainability, Resilience

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New Approaches to Sustainability Lead to High-Performance Buildings

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USGBC Releases COVID-Focused LEED Credits, Arc Re-Entry Resources

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Greener Buildings Are Part of a More Sustainable Future

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Beyond Biophilic Design: How to Operate Natural Buildings

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New Laws Help Green Roofs Take Root in New York City

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Microsoft Pledges to Offset All Its Emissions Since 1975

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FM's Role in Sustainable HVAC Planning

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Green Increases Value of Old Office Buildings Up to $800,000

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Assemble an All-Star Project Team to Achieve Sustainable HVAC

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Sustainable HVAC: Plan Early and Often

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Irrigation Issues for Sustainable Grounds

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Expanded Opportunities for Higher Education Facility Upgrades

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Sustainable Grounds: Spotlight on Mulching and Recycling

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Understanding System Specifics To Ensure Successful HVAC Upgrades

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Stadium Gets Poor Marks for Preventing Bird Strikes

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Strategies and Tactics for Sustainable Grounds

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4 Factors Driving Healthcare Interior Planning

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Higher Education: HVAC Upgrades Drive Sustainability, Energy Efficiency

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Green Threepeat: Chicago Named Greenest City for Third Year in a Row

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How Sustainability Must Complement Accessibility in Buildings

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How to Make the Money Case for Health and Wellness

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Living Standard: Better Buildings Translate to Better Lives

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Should FMs Take Responsibility for Healthy Communities? 

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5 Ways to Incorporate Sustainability in Experiential Design

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Standards and Certifications Help FMs Make Sustainable Ice Melt Choices

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How Can Buildings Make Healthier, Happier Occupants?

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How To Select High-Performance HVAC Systems

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Where Experiential Design Meets Sustainability

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Best Practices for Sustainability in Snow and Ice Removal

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Water Watch on Plumbing Systems

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How Water Efficiency Creates Resilient Facilities

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Explaining Experiential Design's Benefit for Healthcare Facilities

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Sustainability Is a Growing Factor in Snow and Ice Melt Choices

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Two Trends Are Boosting Sustainability in Buildings

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Water Watch: Identifying HVAC Culprits

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Water Watch: Strategies for Conservation

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Higher Education Facilities in the Sustainability Spotlight

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5 Steps to Get the Most from Green Roofs

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Vision Awards Recognize Building Product Excellence

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Environmentally Friendly Practices and Their Impact on Landscapes

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How to Design Restrooms for Long-Term Operations

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Go Green! Why Universities Are Prizing Sustainability

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Floor Pads Certified for Environmental Innovation

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3 Commissioning Mistakes Can Undermine Sustainability Efforts

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LEGO Facilities Reach 100% Renewable Energy

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How To Include Flexibility in Workplace Design

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LEED Recognized as U.S. Government's Preferred Rating System

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LEED for Cities and Communities Receives $500,000 Grant

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Architect Proposes New Green Notre Dame Cathedral

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Achieving Design for Maintainability Goals

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USGBC Campaign Promotes Positive Impact of Green Buildings

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Alternative Power Systems: Know the Differences

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How Gundersen Health System Achieved Energy Independence

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Level 4: 2N Systems Feature Full Equipment and System Redundancy

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How to Plan for Long-Term Campus Resilience

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Level 3: Resilient N+1 Helps Minimize Single Points of Failure

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Smart, Green Buildings: 3 Stages of Development

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SC Johnson Headquarters Shifting to Geothermal Power

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Level 2: N+1 Provides Equipment Redundancy

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Level 1: N Systems Provide Base-Level Stand-By Power

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Creating Dynamic Facilities for the Next Generation of Students

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4 Levels of Power Reliability Meet Varying Facility Needs

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Integrating Technology into Existing Senior Living Facilities

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Chicago Could Get New Building Codes for First Time in 70 Years

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Recycling Is Good. No Waste Is Better

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Why Are Green Leases on the Rise?

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How to Get Started with Green Leases

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Cybersecurity: Understanding Smart Building Vulnerabilities

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Birds: Proposed Laws Target Building Design

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How Green Leases Help Achieve Green Buildings

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‘Office Space’ Holds Office Design Lessons for FMs

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Data Drives Monitoring-Based Commissioning Success

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Green Trends in 2019: One Firm’s Predictions

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Illinois Tops List of LEED States

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Connecting Sustainable Design and Efficient Operations

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NY Lays Out ‘Green New Deal’

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Chicago Museums Weigh Sharing Energy Systems

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Inova Health System to Eliminate Use of Plastic Straws

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UC San Diego Health Recognized for Sustainability Efforts

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Amazon HQ2 Could Add 2.5 Million Gallons of Wastewater Daily

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University Eyes Energy Efficiency in Existing Buildings

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New Challenges in Healthcare Restroom Design, Operations

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4 Questions Help Facility Managers Select Green Products

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In the Year 2020: Emissions Reduction Goal Deadline Approaches

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Proactive Steps to Respond To New Energy Star Metrics

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Communication Critical To Carbon Inventorying

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What Not To Miss At Greenbuild 2018 in Chicago

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College Ensures Grounds Management Efforts Are Sustainable

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Green Buildings’ Impact Expands

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Big-Impact Health and Wellness Strategies

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Solar Canopies Case Study: Best Practices Revealed

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WELL and Fitwel Rating Systems Focus on Health and Wellness Outcomes

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Three Fundamentals of Good Single-Ply Roofing

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Three Buckets of Smart Buildings Goals: Economic, Environmental, Experiential

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Chicago Releases Results of Energy Assessment for Commercial Buildings

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IoT Lighting Controls Taking the Lead in Efficient, Green Applications

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Power Reliability Showcase Products

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Managers Desire Durability When Specifying Power Tools

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Grounds Managers, Manufacturers Work Closely Together

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ADA Compliance: Avoiding Common Problems

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Complying With ADA: Construction And Maintenance Challenges

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Michigan State Grounds Management Groups Find Benefits from Sharing

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Recycling Best Disposal Method for Paints and Coatings

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The Rise of Net-Zero Buildings

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Defining the Net Zero Concept

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Insurance Company Lays Groundwork for 10-Year Sustainability Plan

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Company's Water Conservation Projects Expand as Support Grows

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Biodiesel Puts University on Sustainable Ground

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FTC Green Guides Provide Guidance For Sustainable Facility Products and Services

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Federal Trade Commission Green Guides Help Facility Managers Evaluate Environmental Marketing Claims

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Connection Between Sustainability and Door Hardware

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Seeing LEED Benefits in Door Hardware Products

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Technology Advances Improve Performance of Door Hardware Products

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Roof Coatings Aim To Protect And Repair Roofs, Not Replace Them

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Existing Conditions May Diminish Roof Coating's Effectiveness

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Success of Roof Coating Relies on Proper Adhesion

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Beware Potential Roof Coating Application Problems

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Grounds Care Equipment Comes of Age

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Effects of Sustainability Felt in Grounds Departments

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Managers Seek Durability, Versatility when Specifying Grounds Equipment

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Office Building Renovations Aim To Reposition “Stale” Properties

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Data Center Assessment Can Prevent Downtime By Identifying Weak Spots In Design, Equipment, And Operations

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Look For Critical Facilities Design Experience, Knowledge When Choosing A Data Center Assessment Team

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Primary Objective Of Data Center Assessment Is To Identify Previously Unknown Risks

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Painting Projects With Sustainability in Mind

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Technology Improves Quality of Paints and Coatings Products

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People, Planet, Profits: True Corporate Responsibility

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Column: Evolving Strategies and Metrics for Data Center Cooling

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Bio-Diesel Fuel Helps Put Arizona State University on Sustainable Path

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Alternative Fuels Essential Change for Arizona State Grounds Department

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Sustainability Deeply Impacts Arizona State Campus

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Standby Generators Require Regular Testing, Maintenance, Exercising, And Inspection

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Keys To Backup Power System Success: Features, Flexibility, And Redundancy

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Pursuing Sustainability in Healthcare Interiors is an Education

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Educating the Supply Chain Key to Sustainable Healthcare Interiors

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Talking Points Column: All that Glitters is not (LEED) Gold

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Achieving Sustainability and Maintainability in Facilities

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Green Roofs, Paved Areas Emerge as Sustainable Design Components

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Newest Version Of LEED-EBOM Is Designed To Drive Better Building Performance

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LEED-EBOM Commissioning Credits Focus On Maintaining Efficient Operations

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LEED-EBOM Certification Hinges On Three Areas: Energy Star, ASHRAE 62 and Water Use

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LEED-EBOM Focuses On Continuously Improving Performance

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Ensuring Adequate UPS Redundancy

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HVAC Systems Common Target of Sustainability Projects

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LEED in Motion Reports Help Support Case For Sustainability

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Repeat as Needed: Maintenance Is Essential

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Sustainability's Healing Touch: Incremental Steps For Healthcare

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Durability Is Key To Green Healthcare Interiors

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Technology, Operations and Maintenance Are Keys To Sustainability Efforts

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A Guide To Greenbuild 2013

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Managers Discuss Sustainability Efforts

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Why Facility Managers Make the Best Sustainability Executives

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Cut Height Crucial to Maintain Root Systems

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Boilers and Water Heaters Require Regular Checkups

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Renovations & Retrofits: Mississippi State University

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Financial Management: Lee Cty. Port Authority/SW Fla. International Airport

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Personnel Management: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

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All 2013 FMD Achievement Award Entries

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NFPA 110's Fuel Requirements Can Help Guide Backup Power Plan For Hospitals

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Co-Gen Plants Can Help Health Care Facilities Stay Online

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Hospitals Look Past Codes To Set Power Reliability Minimums

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Tree-Planting Program Generates Significant Energy Savings at UC-Davis

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Sustainable Landscape Focus Changes Staff Responsibilities at UC-Davis

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Metropolitan Square Earns LEED-EBOM Gold

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Operations Objectives Should Drive Data Center Staffing Decisions

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Site-Specific Infrastructure Training Can Help Limit Data Center Human Error

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How To Use Incentives To Improve Data Center Staff Retention

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Utility Vehicles: Sustainability and Smart Choices

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Cost of Electric Utility Vehicles Prompt Change at University of Texas

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Data Center Availability, Reliability Hinge On Numerous Factors

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Data Center "Black Boxes" Can Complicate Operations and Maintenance

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Tactics for Healthy, Attractive Green Landscapes

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BIFMA Works To Improve Furniture Sustainability Ratings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Quality Customer Service Following Mower Purchase Important

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Turf Issues to Consider Beyond Purchasing Mower

News & Views
Building Automation Systems Connect With Each Other, Enterprise Systems

Building Operating Management
In Miami, Brickell World Plaza Combines Connectivity, Sustainability To Provide Green Class A Office Space

Building Operating Management
ICT, Uptime And Direct Internet Connection Are Some Of Brickell World Plaza's Selling Points

Building Operating Management
Internet Connectivity, Security Are Critical Elements of 600 Brickell's Building Intelligence

Building Operating Management
Water Demands, Energy Management Are Among Lessons Learned From Early Days of 600 Brickell

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Have We Taken Water Conservation Measures too Far?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Use Changes While Distribution Systems Do Not

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tips for Managing Water Systems in Existing Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Climate, weather conditions factor into roof coatings decisions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Color of Roof Coating Helps With Temperature Changes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dry Conditions Best for Roof Coatings Application

Building Operating Management
Fannie Mae's LEED-EBOM Push

Building Operating Management
LEED-EBOM Certification: How To Overcome Challenges Of Multi-tenant Facilities

Building Operating Management
Focus On Building Core, Common Areas To Sell Owners On LEED-EBOM In Multi-Tenant Facilities

Building Operating Management
LEED-EBOM Purchasing Credits Are Recurring Challenge In Multi-Tenant Facilities

Building Operating Management
Keep Financial Considerations In Mind When Pursuing LEED-EBOM In Multi-Tenant Facilities

Building Operating Management
Better Data Can Make LEED-EBOM An Easier Sell To Tenants, Owners

News & Views
Open Plenum Can Lead To Sound Challenges

News & Views
Irrigation Issues: Upgrading for Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Condition Assessments Aid in Repair or Replace Decision

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Infrared Technology, Coring Popular Roof Conditioning Techniques

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Replace Roof When Repair Equals Cost of Replacement

News & Views
Weighing the Choices in the Aerial Work Arena

Building Operating Management
Hurricane Sandy Prompts New Way Of Thinking About Data Center Resiliency

Building Operating Management
New York City Housing Authority Data Center's Backup Power Strategy Helped Weather Sandy

Building Operating Management
Hurricane Sandy Shows Value Of Cloud Services, Co-location And Redundant Facilities

Building Operating Management
Hurricane Sandy's Impact Has Data Centers Outside New York Re-evaluating Threats

Building Operating Management
Environmental Benefits, Less Handling Of Chemicals Are Selling Points For Green Cleaning

Building Operating Management
Work With Vendors On Training Program To Maximize Effectiveness Of Green Cleaning Chemicals, Methods

Building Operating Management
Green Cleaning Hot Buttons: Costs, Greenwashing

Building Operating Management
Sustainable Construction And Renovation On Campus Help Cut Costs, Attract Students

Building Operating Management
Conduct Energy Efficiency Analysis Before Beginning Sustainable Campus Construction

Building Operating Management
Resilient Design, Campus Master Plan Are Important Elements Of Sustainable Construction

Building Operating Management
LEED v4 Demand Response Pilot Credit Encourages Analysis Of Outside Power Generation

Building Operating Management
Most Common ADA Violation

Building Operating Management
Los Angeles Convention Center Uses Outsourcing To Save Energy, Earn LEED Certification

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers Use Outsourcing Providers For Core Competency In Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Outsourcing Helps KeyBank Gain LEED-EBOM Platinum Certification

Building Operating Management
From Guest Demands To Dolphin Tanks, Hospitality Facilities Face Challenges Going Green

Building Operating Management
Hospitality Industry Moving From Words To Action When It Comes To Sustainability

Building Operating Management
Hospitality Employees Play Big Role In Sustainability Efforts

Building Operating Management
In Hospitality Facilities, Facility Managers Find Many Ways to Improve Sustainability

News & Views
Ceilings Can Help with Green Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
State Your Case for the 2013 Maintenance Solutions Achievement Awards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Meet Needs of Georgetown Campus

Building Operating Management
The Challenges Of Commissioning Data Centers With Portable Generators

Building Operating Management
Using Portable Generators For Data Center Commissioning Can Affect UPS

Building Operating Management
Understanding Effects Of Generators Is Key To Successful Data Center Commissioning

News & Views
Ceiling Tile Recycling Can Help With Green Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Key and Card Technology Improvements Boost Door Security

News & Views
Tools Available to Use During Fire/Life Safety Evacuation

News & Views
Evacuation Planning for People with Disabilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utah Community College Migrates Utility Vehicles from Gas to Electric

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Serve Many Purposes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Campus Fleet of Utility Vehicles Receives Workout

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Manufacturers Assist in Finding Appropriate Utility Vehicle

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers Are Among The Passionate, Progressive Executives Setting The Sustainability Agenda

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Executives Need Knowledge of Workings and Priorities of Organization

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Executives Have To Market Green Success Stories

Building Operating Management
Most Sustainability Departments Have Wide-Ranging Responsibilities, Small Staff

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Mower-Sustainability Connection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers and Sustainability: Understanding Facility Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers and Sustainability: Issues on the Horizon

News & Views
Account For Disabilities In Emergency Plan

News & Views
Chemical toxins can hurt IAQ

Building Operating Management
Green Strategies in a Historic Preservation Project: King Federal Building in Atlanta

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Funding Strategy: Focus on Sustainability

Building Operating Management
Office Renovation for Architecture Firm Achieves LEED Platinum

News & Views
How to Use LEED-CI

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Smart-Controller Technology Helps Managers Irrigate Sustainably

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability: Assessing Irrigation Needs Prevents Problems

News & Views
To Achieve High Performance Building, Look To ASHRAE Guideline 32

Building Operating Management
Green Operations in Multi-Tenant Buildings Require Solid Planning, Tenant Buy-in

Building Operating Management
Developing a Sustainability Plan in Multi-Tenant Buildings Has Several Potential Challenges

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Program Must Account For Tenant Behavior

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Plan, Tenant Buy-In Are Only Beginning Of Successful Green Operations

News & Views
The Benefits and Challenges of Roof Coatings

Building Operating Management
Most Important Roof Selection Criterion

Facility Maintenance Decisions
ADA 2012: What You Need To Know

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hurricane Cleanup Lets Campus Rebuild Sustainably

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximizing Sustainability During Post-Hurricane Restoration

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Department Staff Supports Sustainability Efforts

News & Views
Functionality Important in Office Furniture Selection

News & Views
How Can You Take Advantage of the Green Classroom Professional Certificate?

News & Views
Irrigation Spotlight: Water Conservation

News & Views
The New Criteria for Selecting Office Furniture

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5 minutes with Ana K. Thiemer Project Manager - Renovation and Renewal Program, Facilities Services, University of Texas Austin

News & Views
Retrocommissioning Can Reveal Opportunities for Energy Savings

Building Operating Management
Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM) Offers Clarity of Operations

Building Operating Management
What Facility Managers Need to Know to Get the Most Efficiency Out of DCIM

Building Operating Management
How DCIM Can Be Used In Greenfield, Legacy Data Centers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Efficiency Blueprint?

News & Views
What is the STARS Rating System?

News & Views
Six Steps To LEED-EBOM

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Purchasing Benefits Go Well Beyond Bottom Line Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Roof Opportunities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Increasing Demand for Roof Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Product Selection From Installation to Routine Maintenance

News & Views
Wireless Metering Enhances Sustainability Reporting

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bird Control: Meeting the Challenge Sustainably

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bird Control: Application Considerations

News & Views
Specifying Effective Portable Cooling Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustaining Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Performance Measurements

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Stronger Maintenance-Sustainability Link

5 Minutes With
5 minutes with Rick Storlie Director of Administrative Services, Facilities Management University of Nevada, Las Vegas

News & Views
Successful Recycling: Achieving Sustainability Goals

News & Views
Reviewing Renewable Energy Technology

News & Views
Deadline has arrived for ADA Compliance

Building Operating Management
Don't Wait for an Emergency to Review Backup Power Plans

Building Operating Management
Tier Ratings, "9's" Help Show Needed Level of Power Reliability

Building Operating Management
Power Reliability: Don't Overlook the Importance of Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Paint Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Paints for Performance and Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Developing Paint and Coating Policies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Important Painting Project Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Reporting: Plug-Load Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Technology of Sustainability Reporting

News & Views
Roofing Technological Advances

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Energy efficiency project results in significant campus improvements

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Upgrade Shines Light on Reaching Sustainability Goals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Expanding The Scope of Lighting Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Sensors Offer Additional Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Recycling: Achieving Sustainability Goals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Recycling Container Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Recycling: Safe Collection

News & Views
Maintenance Challenge: Sustaining Sustainability

Building Operating Management
Floorcoverings Can Be Green/Sustainable

News & Views
Lower Photovoltaic Costs Fueling Rise of Solar

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Product Advances Offer Managers Better Roof Protection Options

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Classification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Installation and Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustaining Sustainability: Seeking Infinite Benefits Beyond Certification

News & Views
Anti-Icing and Sustainability

News & Views
Water Conservation and Grounds Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Informed Decisions About Uninterruptible Power

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Power Source Alternatives for UPS Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UPS Technology Matters

News & Views
The Value of Reliable Power

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Sustainable Paints Means Determining Life-Cycle Costs

News & Views
Five Ways BIM Can Benefit FM

News & Views
Anti-Icing and Sustainability

News & Views
Sustainable Facilities: Ensuring Performance

Building Operating Management
Controls, Sustainability Are The Focus at Shedd Aquarium

Building Operating Management
Focus On Sustainability: Effect on Roofing

Facility Focus
Project: The Aventine

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Department Updates Operations for Green, Financial Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Conservation Focus of Grounds Department's Efforts

News & Views
The IAQ-Sustainability Connection

Building Operating Management
What is the Value of Reliable Power?

Building Operating Management
How Unreliable Power Can Affect the Bottom Line

Building Operating Management
Show Top Management Options to Win Funding for Power Reliability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hospital's Plumbing Systems Upgrades Provide Roadmap

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Audit Paves the Way for Successful Plumbing Upgrade

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Plumbing Upgrades Depend on Occupant Support

News & Views
Saving Water: Going with the (Low) Flow

News & Views
The Focus on Sustainability is Changing Roofing Strategies, Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Need to Get Educated on Chemical Toxins

Facility Maintenance Decisions
IAQ: Review Specification Documents, Seal HVAC Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Awards Program Full of Great Ideas - To Steal

News & Views
What Is RoofPoint?

Facility Focus
FMXcellence: How to Organize a Big Project

News & Views
The Buzz About LEED for Healthcare

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New Technologies Require Life-Cycle-Cost Analysis

News & Views
The Three Tiers of Green Product Selection

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

Building Operating Management
Phillip Saieg: Raising the Bar on Sustainability

News & Views
Water Conservation: Going with the (Low) Flow

News & Views
Eco Charrettes: A Key Part of a LEED-EBOM Initiative

Building Operating Management
Retail REIT Installs PVs With Power Purchase Agreement

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Smart Grid Improves Power Quality, Reliability

Building Operating Management
Glimcher Takes Energy-Efficiency, Other Green Steps

News & Views
Grounds Care: Irrigation Practices to Save Water

Facility Focus
Sustainability Improvements Require Organizational Buy-In

Facility Focus
Sustainability Success Story: Small Projects Pay Off Big

Facility Focus
One Company's Approach to Sustainability and the Bottom Line

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Everywhere a Strategy: Get Serious About Specification

Facility Focus
Facility Management Matrix: Integrate Environmental Stewardship

Facility Focus
Energy Management: Get Support From Financial Personnel

Facility Focus
Sustainability: Green Projects Help Obtain Funding

News & Views
Tracking Sustainability with a CMMS

Building Operating Management
Formal LEED-EBOM Certification

News & Views
Slowing the Flow: Plumbing Systems and Water Conservation

Building Operating Management
Metal Buildings Can Offer Design Benefits and Cost-Effectiveness

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability: Tactics to Avoid Failure, Embrace Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Part of Managers' New Normal

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Benefits of Metal Buildings

Building Operating Management
Improving Building Energy Performance After Construction

Building Operating Management
Green Building News

News & Views
Give Top Management Multiple Reasons When Justifying Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care: Resources for Sustainable Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tough Decisions: Managers Need a Strong Conscience

Facility Maintenance Decisions
DOE Grant Fuels County's Green Building Projects

Building Operating Management
Smart Grid Allows FMs to Better Manage Electricity Consumption

Building Operating Management
Cashing in with Smart Grid on Wholesale Electric Price Volatility

Building Operating Management
Cooperation in the Data Center Can Reduce Costs, Increase Reliability

Building Operating Management
Managing Common Disagreements Between FM and IT

Building Operating Management
Trends in Data Centers

Building Operating Management
BACnet Systems Offer Many Opportunities to Improve Sustainability

Building Operating Management
BACnet Connectivity and Interoperability

Building Operating Management
Interoperability and Green Building

Building Operating Management
Controls: Real-World Savings

Building Operating Management
Why BACnet?

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
Mixing Resilient Floor Products

News & Views
Green Workplaces Retain and Attract Talent

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Moving to Sustainability: Managers Should Look at Past Accomplishments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A License to Steal the Next Big Idea

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Upgrades: District Focuses on Motors, Drives, Geothermal

News & Views
Maximizing Daylighting Benefits in Open Offices

Building Operating Management
Common Problems for Aging Controls Systems

Building Operating Management
Establishing the Need for New Controls

Building Operating Management
Data Center Security Design

Building Operating Management
Common Security Risks for Data Centers

Building Operating Management
Responsibilities Must Be Spelled Out In a Green Building Contract

Building Operating Management
Designer’s Professional Liability Insurance Issues

Building Operating Management
Determining Damages in Green Building Lawsuits

News & Views
ADA: Accessibility and Efficient Facilities

Building Operating Management
Evaluate Vulnerabilities in Facility and Technology

Building Operating Management
The People Part

Building Operating Management
Always Consider Energy, the Envelope and Reuse What You Can

Building Operating Management
Best Practices: Daylighting, IAQ, Green Cleaning and More

News & Views
Replacing HVAC Equipment? Take a Fresh Look at Options

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability: Not Such a Dirty Word

Building Operating Management
Metal Roof and Wall's Durability and Versatility

Building Operating Management
Metal's Green Credentials, Good Looks

Building Operating Management
Sustainability Focus Transforms NYC Schools

Building Operating Management
Coordination Across City Organizations Drives Sustainability Success

Building Operating Management
Finding the Funding for Energy Education and Efficiency

News & Views
Daylighting and Cubicle Walls

News & Views
Balancing Savings and Performance in Outsourcing

Building Operating Management
Data Management for Continuous Improvement

Building Operating Management
Engaging Staff, Occupants for Sustainable Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Priorities for Codes, Standards, Regulations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Battery-Powered, Touch-Free Dispensers Improve Hygiene, Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Integrated Pest Management: Sustainability and Training

Building Operating Management
What is BACnet Interoperability

Building Operating Management
Verifying and Customizing Interoperability

Building Operating Management
Lavatory Faucet and Hand Dryer Considerations

News & Views
Three Factors Can Limit BAS Interoperability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Retrofit: Medical Center Recycles Roofing Materials

Building Operating Management
Energy Management Solutions Likely Already Housed In Facilities

Building Operating Management
The Importance of a Durable Roof

Building Operating Management
Understand the Variables, Pick the Right Floor

Building Operating Management
Backup Generators, UPS Systems Provide Power in an Outage

Building Operating Management
Maintenance of Switchgear and Backup Power Systems

Building Operating Management
Interior Product Standards Should Be Tailor-Made For Each Organization

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers Fuel Grounds Departments' Sustainability Initiatives

Building Operating Management
LEED Ratings Offer Specifications For Sustainable Interior Products

Building Operating Management
Environmental Life-Cycle Assessments For Interior Products Gaining Traction

Building Operating Management
Managers Can Use LCA Data to Vet Product Manufacturers

Building Operating Management
Size of Automation Systems Should Be Proportionate to Building

Building Operating Management
Managers Can Maintain Building Service Levels While Saving Money With BAS

Building Operating Management
Water Consumption Can Be Controlled With Use of Submeters

Building Operating Management
EBOM Certification Offers Independent Verification, Justification

Building Operating Management
EBOM Requires Three-Month Measurement, Certification Period

Building Operating Management
More Vendors Becoming Acquainted With EBOM Submission Process

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ABI Increases For Third Straight Month In April

Building Operating Management
LEED for Commercial Interiors Can Result In Productivity Gains, Energy Savings

News & Views
Security System Efficiency Maximized With Vulnerability Analysis

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Grounds Care: Managers Focus on Irrigation Systems, Hand-Held Equipment

Building Operating Management
LEED-CI Should Be Planned Early In Building Selection And Leasing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sub-Meters Minimize Energy Waste, Boost Bottom Line

Facility Focus
Sustainability in Schools: NYC Department of Education

Facility Focus
Sustainability: Managers' Role in the Triple Bottom Line

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UPS: The Differences Between Centralized, Distributed Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Mowing: Taller Grass Resists Weeds

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Insulation: Mineral Fiber and Foam Plastics

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New BOMA Directive Calls on Associate Members to Implement Efficiency, Sustainability Policies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
School Districts Take Lead on Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Successful Recycling: A Three-Step Approach

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: New Set of Specification Questions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Beyond Buzzwords: Lessons from Manufacturing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Technology: Solar Wall Impacts Heating Loads

Facility Maintenance Decisions
States Develop Green Building Guidelines

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Advanced Formulations Improve Durability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Pay Attention to Green Claims

News & Views
Find Allies to Win Funding for Facility Projects

News & Views
Certifications Can Help Ensure That "Open Systems" Deliver Interoperability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Line-Interactive UPS Offer Higher Reliability

Building Operating Management
Check the Green Credentials of Service Providers, Especially Certification and Experience

Building Operating Management
Green Building Goals and Security Initiatives Can Find Common Ground

Building Operating Management
Smart Grid Addresses Energy Efficiency, Power Quality and Reliability Issues

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DOE Awards $620 Million of Stimulus Funds for Smart Grid Research

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Fifty Percent Increase in Green Building Programs since 2007, Report Finds

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Making a Case for Energy Efficiency in Existing Buildings: New Industry Publication

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Sustainability Affects Product Specification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Manufacturers Roll Out Alternative-Fuel Models

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AIA Index Shows Modest Improvement In Nonresidential Construction

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow and Ice Management: Pros and Cons of Outsourcing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Crews Can Operate Propane-Powered Mowers on High-Ozone Days

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Restrooms: Match Products to Facility Needs

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AIA's Architecture Billings Index Improves But Remains Weak

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Top Legal Issues Impacting Real Estate Managers and Landlords Identified in IREM Survey

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Seeking Documentation, Verification for Green Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Consider Aesthetics, Maintenance When Specifying Restroom Products

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Walmart Announces Sustainable Product Index

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AIA's Architecture Billings Index Shows Steep Decline

Building Operating Management
BACnet Offers Path to Energy Efficiency

News & Views
Water Conservation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Data Centers: Design Principles for Providing Critical Cooling

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vegetative and Photovoltaic Roofing Systems Emerge as Sustainability Leaders

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Uninterruptible Power Supplies: Specification Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow and Ice Removal Equipment: Maintenance Checklist

News & Views
How to Properly Apply Grounds Chemicals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscape Design: Establish a Definition, Goals for Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Managers Reduce Chemical Use on Landscaped Areas

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Are Organic Fertilizers Worth the Extra Cost?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Should Consider Life-Cycle Costs When Specifying Roofs

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AIA's Architecture Billings Index Shows Modest Decline

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AIA's Architecture Billings Index Shows Early Signs of Improving Business Conditions

News & Views
Make Sure New HVAC Systems Are Designed for Maintainability 

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Alliance to Reduce Energy Consumption in Commercial Real Estate Launched

Facility Focus
EPAct Tax Benefits for Green Buildings

News & Views
What Interoperability Is and Isn’t

News & Views
Smaller Workspaces May Not Be More Profitable

News & Views
Stanford Tackles Energy Efficiency

News & Views
Americans with Disabilities Act

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Majority of Americans Want Action on Climate to Rebuild U.S. Economy, Poll Finds

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Disaster Planning: Securing Power and Water Supplies

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Backup Power Supplies Help Ensure Smooth Operations

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More Facility Managers Taking Strategic Approach to Green Practices, Survey Finds

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning for Emergency Recovery

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Benefits of Metal Roofing

News & Views
Investments in Maintenance Will Extend HVAC System Life

News & Views
Geothermal heat pump systems

News & Views
Planning for Safe Evacuations

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OSCRE’s Publishes First Work Request and Work Order Fulfillment Standard

News & Views
Maintainability and Green Buildings

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CABA Offers Free Building Intelligence Assessment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers, Architects Join Forces During Landscape Design

News & Views
Green Renovations

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AASHE Publication Highlights Campus Sustainability Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable IAQ: Make Money, Protect the Environment, Satisfy Occupants

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Not So Green: Most Companies Lack Sustainability Strategy

News & Views
Geothermal Systems Offer Efficient Heating and Cooling

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tracking and Measuring Sustainability

News & Views
Investments in Maintenance Will Extend HVAC System Life

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AASHE Calls for Comments on STARS Draft

News & Views
Planning for Safe Evacuations

News & Views
Maintainability and Green Buildings

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USGBC Funds K-12 Facility Research

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Proposed Budget Hit or Miss for Buildings Industry

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Sustainability Rating System Targets Higher Education

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Striking a Balance: Sustainability and Performance

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Industry Organization Alliance Focuses on Net Zero Buildings

News & Views
Daylighting and Workstation Wall Height

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ANSI Standard Targets Carpet Sustainability

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Reliability, Environmental Concerns Top Utility Survey

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Standard

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Software Interoperability Likely to Increase, Survey Says

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New Standard Encourages Sustainability in Building Construction

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Sustainability Recognized as Key But Misperceptions, Roadblocks Persist

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New Version of LEED-EB Announced

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Aging Workforce, Environmental Regulation Concern Participants in Electric Reliability Survey

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USGBC and IFMA Establish Cooperative Relationship

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Power Supply Remains Constrained

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IFMA Joins Initiative to Improve FM Data Standards

Building Operating Management
Continous Improvement Key to College's Sustainability Efforts

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Sustainability, Emergency Preparedness Among IFMA’s Forecast Facility Trends

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Violation Risk Factors of Reliability Standards Approved

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Summer Electric Reliability Expected to be Adequate

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New Electric Reliability Standards Approved

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Report: Sustainability Grows on Campus

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Justice Department Issues New Guidance on ADA

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Architects Renew Push for Interoperability

Building Operating Management
Accessibility for One and All

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AIA Preps Green Building Toolkit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Onsite Power: Opportunity Found

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USGBC Seeks Board Nominations

Building Operating Management
Power: How Much Reliability is Enough?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Restoring Reliability to Emergency-Power Systems

Building Operating Management
Outlook

Facility Maintenance Decisions
ABA: The Forgotten Law

Building Operating Management
Graduating to Green

Building Operating Management
Traveling the Open Systems Road

Building Operating Management
Adding Up To Green Design

Building Operating Management
Proposed ADA Rules Raise Questions

Building Operating Management
Power Quality Risk Management

Building Operating Management
Data Centers: Myths of Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
REPORT PREPARED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE U.S. GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL
LEED-EB: Focus on Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
When the Power Must Stay On

Building Operating Management
Keeping Ahead of Mission Creep

Building Operating Management
Freedom of Information

Building Operating Management
Power

Building Operating Management
Putting Open Systems To Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preventing Power Predicaments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Bulletin

Building Operating Management
Understanding The ABCs of ADA

Building Operating Management
Paint: Fresh Look At the Bottom Line

Facility Maintenance Decisions
On-site Opportunities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Gameplan For Access

Facility Maintenance Decisions
ROI from Training

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Interoperability: 5 Ways It Pays