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Feature - Fire Safety Six Best Practices for Fire PreventionA fire is one of the costliest hazards to a building. Follow these steps to mitigate the risk of a fire in your facility.

Feature - Data Centers How Military Veterans Can Solve the Data Center Talent ShortageHere's a chance to turn a crisis into an opportunity: Many veterans already have the skills and temperament required to manage data centers efficiently and effectively. 

Feature - Lighting Lighting Strategies For Occupant HealthCircadian rhythms, dimming, and color were all essential features in the lighting design at this new office space.

Feature - Pandemic Planning Proactively Protect Your Office From the Next PandemicFrom touchless restrooms to UV-C lighting, follow these best practices to ensure the health and safety of your building occupants.

Feature - USGBC Perspective How to Use the LEED Safety First Pilot CreditsThe suite of LEED Safety First pilot credits supports project teams as they work toward reentry and safe facility operation.

Feature - Design and Construction 7 Tips for Hiring an EngineerYour engineer is a crucial team member for any new construction or major renovation project. Here are some best practices for creating a good partnership.

Feature - HVAC 4 Effective Air Filtration System OptionsThe COVID-19 pandemic has focused attention on new technologies designed to provide cleaner air in all types of facilities.

Feature - Embodied Energy How to Reduce Embodied Carbon in FacilitiesEven as facilities reduce direct energy use, using an environmental Life Cycle Assessment to reduce embodied carbon is just as important.

Feature - Access Control Pandemic Temperature Checking Process Boosts EfficiencySanta Monica Seafood’s investment in scanning devices speeds up process, reduces COVID infection risks.

Feature - Acoustics A Real-World Acoustics Success StoryGood acoustics are crucially important in healthcare facilities. Here’s how one facility managed to get it right.