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Building Resilience Into Facility Strategy

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Project Delivers Plumbing, Restroom Benefits to Mt. San Antonio College

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When Sustainability Becomes a Resilience Strategy

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AI Boom Drives Data Center Growth, Yet Power Constraints Loom

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Data Centers’ Moment Comes Along with Controversy

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Successfully Incorporating AI Into Building Operations

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Walmart Enters the Facility Services Industry

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Data Centers Warm Up Neighborhoods

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How Cornell Manages a 1,000-Acre Campus With a Modern Grounds Strategy

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5 Ways Facilities Can Prepare for Hurricane Season

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Be Clear with Alert Notification Messaging

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Cybersecurity and Identity Verification Take Center Stage in Visitor Management

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Indiana Welcome Center Channels Indy 500 Energy Through Dynamic Glass Design

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Can Education Solve the Skilled Trades Labor Gap?

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How We Build the Next Facilities Management Workforce

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Smart Visitor Management is Reshaping the Modern Building

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IPAF Launches 'Check It!' Global Safety Campaign

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Professor Study Seeking FMs, Technicians for Interviews

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Dissecting Your Facility Energy Bill

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What Facilities Management Looks Like Inside a World-Class Art Museum 

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Designing Data Centers for Long-Term Coexistence

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Facility Drama Brought to Broadway Theaters

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Auburn University's Satellite Campus Revitalizes Downtown Birmingham

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Exterior Lift Safety: Working Smart at Height

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How the School District of Palm Beach County Designs for Storms

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Fitness Meets Sustainability at Universal Athletic Club

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Access Control Strategies Every Facility Manager Needs

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Hyperscaling Responsibly: Data Center Design for Sustainability

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Swatting Attempts Target Zoos Across the Country

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No Irish Goodbye for a Valued Friend

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MEWPs: High-Level Training Issues

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No Department Is an Island

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Visibility for Skilled Trades Matters More Than Ever

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Airport Terminal Outfitted with Custom Steel Windows and Door

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Wireless Investments Deliver ROI as Complexity and Security Risks Grow

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Steel Window System Balances Historic Accuracy with Modern Performance

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IAQ and Comfort Emerge as Key Drivers in Return-to-Office Decisions

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Doak Campbell Stadium's Premium Seating Gets a Modern Makeover

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Predictive Maintenance Climbs Managers' Priority Lists

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Deferred Maintenance Still Haunts Facilities—And Costs More in the Long Run

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The AI Revolution and its Impact on Facilities Management

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‘Elevate’ Your Leadership Skills

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OSHA Updates Heat Illness Compliance Program

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Meta, CBRE Launch Workforce Program to Tackle Data Center Labor Shortage

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ICC Launches Effort to Standardize Data Center Design, Construction Practices

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Case Study: Heating Modernization at Catholic Church

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Reorganizing While Operating: Managing Facilities During Workplace Transformation

Building Operating Management
How BESS Operations are Revolutionizing Urban Centers

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New Grant Targets Smarter School Facilities Management

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

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Design, Data and Behavior: The Real Drivers of Water-Efficient Restroom Fixtures

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City Reimagines its Town Hall as a Modern Civic Center

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Tapping Into Facility Software for Energy Efficiency

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How Data Centers Are Rethinking Power to Ease Grid Strain

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Modular Seating Riser Takes Center Stage at Minneapolis Theater

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Balancing Water Savings with Real-World Performance

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FM Insights: 4 Steps for Improving Facilities Efficiency

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Portable Cooling: Why Nameplate BTUs Fall Short in the Field

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New Reentry Program Targets the Facilities Workforce Shortage

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Designing for Whole-Person Health at Vera's East Point Clinic

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How Grounds Managers Turn Technology into Results

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Federal Government Falls Short in Return to Office Goals

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Fragmented Infrastructure Data Driving Trillions in Inefficiencies

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Floating Solar Helps a 74-Year-Old Vineyard Go Fully Renewable

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Teamwork Delivers Efficiency for New All-Electric Hospital

Building Operating Management
Resilient Stadiums: A Touchdown for Safety and Revenue

Building Operating Management
All-Electric, All New: Inside UCI Health’s Ground-Up Hospital

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How Technology Is Reshaping Landscape Maintenance

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Communication Has an Essential Role in Emergency Drills

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Freezer Focus: Advancing Sustainability in Higher Ed Research Labs

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NFPA Standard Would Address Battery Safety

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How Buildings Can Aid in Bird Migration

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4 Steps to Designing with Reality Capture Technology

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What Facility Executives Must Know About the NYC Energy Code Update

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Aspen National Water Strategy Aims To Secure America's Water Future

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Hybrid Work Reshapes the Future of Workplace Cafeterias

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Baltimore Ravens Expand VIP Experience with Seating Upgrades at M&T Bank Stadium

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From Preparedness to Strategy

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Every Facilities Organization Needs Unsung Heroes

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Deferred Maintenance is Putting Museums at Risk

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Historic Preservation Meets Community Design: The Azusa Schoolhouse

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United Football League Outfits Training Facility with Athletic Flooring

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How Investing in Healthy Schools Pays Off

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How To Stop Infestations Before They Start

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RiverTrail Beerworks Elevates Restroom Hygiene with Integrated Sink System

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The Rise of Liquid Cooling in Data Centers

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Hyperscaling Responsibly: Data Center Design for Sustainability

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Is Your State in the Top 10 for LEED?

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Industry Groups Partner to Improve Health and Resilience in Schools

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The AI Data Center Demands a New Skill Set

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Does Your FM Organization Need Superstars?

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Ladder Safety Month Aims to Prevent Ladder-Related Injuries

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Data Center Reliability: Looking for Trouble

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There's More to Do in Order to Achieve Gender Equality

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Container Hotel Turns to Heat Pump Technology to Deliver Sustainable Hot Water

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Risks and Signs of Termite 'Swarm Season' Facility Managers Must Know

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Key Advances Rewrite Data Center Management

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Strengthening Facility Resilience Against Natural Disasters

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Commercial Office Spaces Place Emphasis on Flexibility

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Emerging Technologies Redefine Backup Power Systems

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Snow Removal Keeps Sundance Resort Accessible Through Harsh Winters

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High-Performance Curtain Wall Defines Duquesne's College of Osteopathic Medicine

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Educators Favor Outdoor, Wellness Spaces Over High-Tech Additions

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Athletic Flooring Transforms Student Rec Center at Indiana University

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Lean Transformation Needs to Start with a Mission

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Designing a School for the New Normal

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Data Center Vacancy Holds at 1% as AI Boom Redraws the Infrastructure Map

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How Westfield Modernized 18 Buildings Without Losing Its Past

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VR Training Expands Access and Elevates Standards for SMART Apprenticeships

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Reframing the Role of Facilities Managers as Strategic Partners

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Why Winter Storm Risk Doesn't End When the Snow Stops

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Tankless Water Heaters: Efficiency Gains Come With Infrastructure Tradeoffs

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Designing Panic Systems That Work Under Pressure

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Technician Training Classes Offered by PHCC

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What a Tornado Taught Holden Forests and Gardens About Emergency Preparedness

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How Stanford's Cary Wilder Leads Facilities

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Tankless Water Heaters: Where Efficiency, Reliability and Reality Meet

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Facility Panic Systems Evolve as Security Concerns Rise

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Electric Utility Vehicles Close the Power Gap in Facilities

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Why Emotional Intelligence Is a Must-Have Skill for Facilities Managers

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Sensors Help New Orleans Hotel Cut Softener Water Use by 81 Percent

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LifeServe's Daylit, Spa-Like Blood Center Reimagines the Donor Experience

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Building Roofs for the Long Haul at Notre Dame

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What Happens to Buildings When Downtowns Evolve

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The Looming Threat Landscape for Data Centers

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Slower Economy, Tighter Supply Shape Facilities Decisions in 2026

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Historic Campus Meets High-Efficiency Hot Water at Washington and Lee University

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Six Steps to an Inclusive Workplace

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How Certifications Can Help Protect Data Centers

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Lowest Amount of School Shootings Recorded in 2025

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AI Continues to Reshape Data Center Operations

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Data Center Construction Driven by AI Adoption

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Modernizing Healthcare Facilities Requires Collaboration

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How We Build the Next Facilities Management Workforce

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Facilities Management Needs the Next Generation – How Can Schools Help

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U.S. Schools Face $90 Billion Facilities Gap

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HVAC Trends: What Lies Ahead

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Bridging the Cybersecurity Gap Between IT and Operations 

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A Historic School Reborn Through Adaptive Reuse

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The Future of Mowing: Smarter Technology and Electrification

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Tampa International Airport Designs with Safety and Sustainability in Mind

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What Your Building Isn’t Telling You About Its Energy Use

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Report Offers Roadmap for States on Deferred Maintenance

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DOE Withdraws Zero-Emissions Building Definition

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How Owner’s Representatives Can Improve Outcomes with Facility Teams

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National Parks' New Fees Aim to Address Maintenance Issues

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7 Ways to Strengthen Facilities Teams Through Training

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Florida's State Parks Struggle with Maintenance

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DOGE's Impact Less Than Expected: GAO

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Collaborating to Streamline Green Building Materials

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Exit Interviews are a Waste of Time

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New York Proposal Targets Energy and Climate Goals 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New-Generation HVAC Upgrades: Assessing Trends, Delivering Projects

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Facilities Test Limits of Electric Grounds Tools

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Winter Grounds Management Faces a New Reality

Building Operating Management
Bringing a Multi-Phase Vision to Life at The Avenue

Building Operating Management
Planning Renovations to Ensure Facilities Maximize Resilience

Building Operating Management
Retrofitted School Becomes Inclusive Senior Community

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Ground Management: Trends, Challenges for Summer 2026 and Beyond

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How Houston ISD Protects Students Inside and Out

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Checklist Spotlights Energy, Water Savings

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Report Highlights Green Strategies on Campus

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Powering Through Energy Issues

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Half of Power Outages Caused by Extreme Weather

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Luxury Meets Performance: Mountainside Fitness Elevates Restroom Experience

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Economic Uncertainty, Labor Shortage Among Top Concerns for FMs

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How Facility Managers Can Prepare for the Holiday Season

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A Future-Ready Upgrade for the Brooklyn STEAM Center

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Green Globes Launches Data Center Certification

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Glass, Light, Longevity Define Trine University's SDI Center

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Where is Sustainability Heading in Facilities Management?

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Plan Now for an AI-Supported Facility

Building Operating Management
Symbolism and Sustainability Shape New Chabad Center

Building Operating Management
Energy Efficiency During AI’s Takeover Without Breaking the Bank

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Beating the Elements: Seasonal Safety and Advanced Training for Light Equipment Operators

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Avoid Trouble in Data Center Operations

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The Greatest Barriers to Building Electrification

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3 Backup Power Solutions to Ensure Business Continuity

Building Operating Management
Retrofitting College Buildings for Accessibility

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Why Roof Coating Success Starts with Preparation

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Report Exposes Shifts in Energy Efficiency Priorities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Combatting Swatting Incidents in Universities

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Energy Efficiency in Data Center Design and Operations

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Revamped LEED v5 Credits Promote Responsible Materials Use

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Blackmon Power Fast-Tracks Asset Monitoring

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Delta Dental Stadium Upgrades Security Monitoring

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Roof Coatings Considerations Managers Must Navigate During Projects

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East Wing Demolition Met with Criticism

Building Operating Management
Deferred Maintenance Challenges and Solutions for Education Facilities

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Noise Pollution, Fluctuating Temperatures Deter Employees From the Office

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Campus Safety: Thinking Beyond Technology

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Modernized Student Housing Balances Comfort, Community and Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Aligning Your Department’s Role with the Organization’s Mission and Vision

Building Operating Management
Salaries for Facility Coordinators

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6 Sustainable Snow Removal Strategies

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Nashville Restaurant Solves Kitchen Challenge with Commercial Water Heater

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Life Sciences Real Estate Faces a Reset

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What’s Behind the Construction Tape in Higher Education Facilities?

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Salaries for Facility Managers

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California Proposes New Law on Data Centers

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What's New and Different in LEED v5?

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Gen Z Engages with AI More Than Their Managers

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Salaries for Director of Facilities or Senior Managers

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Baltimore Convention Center Stresses Planning for Restroom Upgrades

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Keri Steers Improves Facilities and People's Lives

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Rising Cybersecurity Risks in Building Management Systems

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How Chicago Public Schools Raised the Bar for Healthy Schools

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New Bill on Indoor Air Quality in Education Facilities Proposed

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Salaries for Chief of Facilities or Vice President of Facilities

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SeaPort Manatee Strengthens Security with Scalable, Integrated Technologies

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How to Address the Generational Gap in Facilities Management

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2025 Facility Management and Maintenance Salaries

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The Craziest Things Found in Education Facilities

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2025 Data for Facility Executive Compensation

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Putting FM Data to Work

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Managing Quality Facilities with Continuous Improvement

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Staffing Cuts Strain National Parks Operations

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What Do Workers Really Want from Workplace IAQ?

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Making Door Hardware Work

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When "No" is Necessary for Staff Interactions

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Parking Garage Maintenance Tips

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Sustainable Commercial Flooring Trends and Benefits

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UPMC Uses AI and Data to Improve Facilities

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Transforming A Century-Old KU Icon Into a Modern Game Day Destination

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Adding No to a Facility Manager’s Vocabulary

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How IoT Transforms Data-Driven Facility Management

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Data Centers Face Mounting Pressure from Energy Crunch

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Grant May Bring More Skilled Trade Employees Back to the Workforce

Building Operating Management
What to Know About Sustainable Flooring Options

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Data-Driven Playbook That Delivers Business Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Seattle Aquarium Weighs Lighting Needs of Aquatic Life and Staff

Building Operating Management
Catholic University of America Leads with Solar Energy Project

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Hurricane Katrina 20 Years Later: How the Caesars Superdome was Restored

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Powering Husker Pride: Inside UNL's New Student Fitness Space

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USGBC Florida Hosting Building Forum in Miami

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The Benefits of Workplace Accommodations

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Universities Across the Country Fall Victim to Swatting Attempts

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24 Milwaukee Schools Damaged by Historic Flooding

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Finding Ways to Help Facilities Recycle E-Waste

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Turning Data Centers into Community Assets with Thermal Energy Networks

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Turnstiles Power Intelligent Access at American University's Main Dining Hall

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Smart Irrigation: Saving Water, Compiling Data

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Supports Form and Functionality in Parking Structure

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Management Strategies for Tackling Legionella

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Record Rainfall Affects Hundreds of Milwaukee Facilities

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How Tech Companies Are Reshaping Space Utilization Strategies

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The Hidden Weak Point in Most Snow Programs: Scope Alignment

Building Operating Management
Steps for Facility Managers to Take When Setting up a Risk Assessment Plan

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Grand Center Residence Hall Elevates Student Life at University of Tampa

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Signs of Hope for EPA's Energy Star Program

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Planning Electric Vehicle Charging for Employee Parking

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Learning to Communicate Well

Building Operating Management
Strategic Planning Can Combat Legionnaire’s Disease

Building Operating Management
Funding Freezes? Staffing Struggles? Elevate Has Answers

Building Operating Management
Risk Assessment: What Facility Managers Must Consider

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Stephen Course Navigates Facilities Management Through Empathy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wake Forest University’s Chiller Plant Project Delivers Benefits

Building Operating Management
Des Moines Public Schools Embraces HVAC Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
California State University Campus Saves Water and Money with Standardization

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies for Injury Prevention Programs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Establishing a Pest Control Plan

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Curtain Wall, Clear Vision: The Square at South End Blends Modern Design with Sustainable Performance

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The Strangest Things Facility Managers Have Found in Buildings

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Trump's AI Action Plan Will Lead to Energy Apocalypse: Experts

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Steep Copper Tariffs May Lead to More Thefts

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Chicago Schools Program Targets Deferred Maintenance, Energy Savings

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Unlock Funding for Facility Projects

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What to Consider When Weather Proofing Buildings

Building Operating Management
How a California School Tackles Transportation Problems

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EPA Targets Small Facilities on Hazardous Materials

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Cultivating the Next Generation of Facility Leaders 

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USGBC Hosting Florida Climate Forums in Fall

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North Shore School District 112 First to Implement New Geothermal Energy Solution

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Transforming Women’s Career with Professional Certification in Facilities Management

Building Operating Management
The Overlooked Key to Tenant Retention in Commercial Real Estate

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How Community Engagement is Shaping the Future of Data Centers

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Trine University's SDI Center Blends High-Tech Design with Historic Growth

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FBI Finds New Home in Washington, D.C.

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Planned Louisiana AI Data Center Will Stress Grid, Result in Rate Hikes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What New Facility Managers and Technicians Need to Know

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What is the Strangest Thing You Found in Your Facility?

Building Operating Management
Making the Case for Ground Source Heat Pumps

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Women in FM: How Maria Ruiz Got Her Start in Facilities Management

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Tech Hurdles Slowing Energy Innovation in Data Centers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Schoolyard Renovations Test Facilities Management Resources

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Baltimore Schools Embrace Geothermal Technology

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From Vision to Action: Workshopping Sustainability Planning in Data Centers

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LEED + WELL Streamlined Certification Process Triples in Two Years

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Chicago Public Schools Playgrounds Receive Boost with Space to Grow Program

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U.S. Electricity Demand to Grow 50 Percent by 2050

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NIBS Urges Massive Spending on Disaster Preparedness

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Sustainable Track Renovation for Louisiana High School

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Careful Installation Ensures Success of New York Stock Exchange Door Project

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Prefabrication: A Unique Approach to Designing and Building Luxury Hotels

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Lighting Controls Training Course Program Expanded

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DOGE Under Fire for Damage to Facility

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Smart, Low-Cost Moves That Maximize HVAC Lifespan

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How Professional Memberships Can Support Upskilling

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Upgrade of Historic Doors Delivers Results

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Green Globes Launches Data Center Certification

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IAQ Strategies for K-12 School Districts Updated

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Three Anti-Renewable Energy Bills Fail in Texas Legislature

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New Steel, Aluminum Tariffs Will Dramatically Raise Construction Costs

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Smart Irrigations: Maximizing Methods

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Beyond Aesthetics: Why Art is a Competitive Differentiator

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The Evolving Role of Propane in Facilities

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Electrifying a Fleet: Pittsburg Unified School District's Switch to Electric Vehicles

Building Operating Management
Losing Energy Star is Bad for the Industry 

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Vibrant Glass Mural Transforms Brooklyn School Entrance

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Designing for the Future Workplace: Inside Colliers' New Portland Office

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Minnesota, Sports Teams Spar Over Facility Upgrades Financing

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Sinking Land Spells Trouble for Facilities

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Fate of EPA’s Energy Star Hangs in Balance - What Facility Managers Need to Know

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Lead Crisis Continues: What Managers Need to Know

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Fan and Athlete Experience Elevated at Kansas State's Dual-Purpose Arena

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Historic St. Petersburg High School Undergoes Landmark Renovation

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EPA Announces Rollbacks on Limits of Forever Chemicals

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Building a Stronger Facilities Team: Why Culture and Leadership Matter

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AI Is Driving Water Consumption to Unsustainable Highs

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Fayetteville State University New $40M Residence Hall for Freshmen and Sophomores

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Safely Store Hazardous Items

Building Operating Management
Crypto.com Arena Embraces Health and Safety to Lure Back Audiences

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keeping Downtowns Alive with Historical Building Preservation

Building Operating Management
Six Events in Six Days: How Climate Pledge Arena Turns Over its Facility

Building Operating Management
Smart Building Commissioning: Strategies and Tactics

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Leverage Technology for Grounds Management

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Running Safety Drills Proven to be Successful During Emergency Situations

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Celebrating Facilities Managers with World FM Day

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Trump Signs Order to Add More Apprenticeship Programs

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Almost Half of U.S. Breathes Unhealthy Air

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EV Charging Stations Boosts Airport’s Sustainability Efforts

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Dr. Alicia Hart Leads Operations at Virginia K-12 School District

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Elevator Issues Plague UCLA

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GSA Wants 80 Percent of Federal Workers in Offices

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Healthy Schools: A Strategy for Better Indoor Environments

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Making Smart Building Design Work

Building Operating Management
How Interior Design Choices are Bringing Employees Back to the Office

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Going Off the Grid: Solutions for Data Center Power Demands

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Oceanside Library Blends Function and Wellness with Lighting Solutions

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Kentucky Airport Boosts Sustainability Efforts

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Trend Toward Converting Offices to Residential Continues in Chicago

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New LEED Version Focuses on Decarbonization, Resilience

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Legionella Found in Courthouse's Water System

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Repealing Clean Energy Tax Incentives Would Cost Jobs

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Cyberattacks Appear to Be Hitting a Low

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How Drones Play Critical Role in Workplace Safety

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Milwaukee Beer Baron's Mansion Faces Maintenance Crisis

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New Training, Certifications Offered in HVAC, Plumbing

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Overcoming Irrigation and Water Management Issues

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Keeping Emergency Communications Out of the 'Dead Zone'

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House Committee Passes Standard on Lithium-Ion Batteries

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Trump Tariffs: Is Cost Uncertainty Affecting FM's Ability to Plan Ahead?

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Fisher Center for the Performing Arts Outfitted with Lift Platforms for Seating 

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Propane Heaters Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Overcome Outdoor Drainage Issues

Building Operating Management
How to Balance Energy Savings with Legionella Prevention

Building Operating Management
Ensuring Power Stability and Efficiency with Battery Energy Storage Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Critical Role of Training and Manufacturer Support in CMMS Usage

Building Operating Management
How Batteries Are Powering the Future of Resilient, Reliable Energy

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Higher Ed Facilities Grapple with Shifting Campuses and Spending

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Are Schools Ready for the Next Pandemic?

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Complex Scaffold Work and Historic Expertise Power Courthouse Facade Restoration

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tackling the Refrigerant Transition in the HVAC Industry

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GSA Cancels Electric Vehicle Charging Projects

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Milwaukee Lead Crisis Impacted by Federal Layoffs

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Stalled Billions Undermine University's Construction Plans

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3 Major Threats to Data Center Operations

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LEEDv5 Provides Opportunities for Facility Managers to Add Value

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Roof Collapse Kills 125 in Dominican Republic

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Effectively Use Your CMMS

Building Operating Management
Certifications Carry Value for Facility Managers

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How to Defend Against Cyberattacks via IoT Devices

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Industry Leaders Take Stock of Critical Issues

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America's Schools Receive 'D+' for Their Infrastructure

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Facility Maintenance Decisions
How Facilities Maintenance and Engineering Teams Can Benefit from a CMMS

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From School Roles to Facility Director: How Nick Svehla Expanded His Career

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Rebuilding for Resilience: Gulf District Schools' Modern, Sustainable Learning Spaces

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What FM Certification is Right for You?

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Denver Extends Deadline for Building Electrification Compliance

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Fire Breaks Out at Disney World

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San Antonio Credit Union Parking Garage Gets a Waterproofing Upgrade

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Positive Attitude Ranked Top Qualification for Facility Managers

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Facility Maintenance Decisions
Massachusetts Hospital Rebuilds After Electrical Fire

Building Operating Management
Top Steps to Safety and Efficiency in Lab and Cleanroom Construction

Building Operating Management
A New Era for Integrating Lighting and HVAC Controls

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Ceiling Solutions Help Create Healthier, Quieter Spaces in San Marcos Library Expansion

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AI Contributes to Rising Growth of Today’s Data Centers

Building Operating Management
Behind the Scenes at the National Aquarium

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Construction for Data Center Increases as More People Use AI

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MUSE School Installs Daylighting Systems to Align with Sustainability Goals

Building Operating Management
Carbon Emission Reductions Goal of Adaptive Reuse Project

Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
Sustainability, Energy Efficiency Keys for Data Center Growth

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AI Used to Help Fill Labor Gaps Among Ongoing Shortage

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How Thermoformed Ceiling Panels Transformed a Design Showroom

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Center for Green Schools Announces 2025 Best of Green Schools

Building Operating Management
Turning the Pages on an Old Library Building

Building Operating Management
Facilities Going ‘Big’ with Data Centers

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GSA Resource Targets Underused Office Space

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ESCO, U.S. Military Agree to $200 Million Contract

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How a BAS Upgrade Transformed Energy Efficiency at Corporate Plaza

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GSA Posts, Deletes List of 400 Facilities to Offload

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Premium Seats Enhance Steelers Game Day at Acrisure Stadium

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U.S. Climate Alliance Reiterates Its Commitment to Paris Agreement Goals

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UCLA Honored for Sustainable Grounds Management

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Construction Death at High School Found to Be 'Preventable'

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2025 U.S. Real Estate: Data-Driven Strategies for Resilience and Growth

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Three Workspace Trends to Watch in 2025

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VA Hospital's Elevators Have Injured 12

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Judge Blocks NIH Funding Freeze, Protecting Maintenance Money

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Data Center Energy Demand Reviving Coal-Fired Power Plants

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GSA Facing Major Budget, Staff Cuts

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Construction Market Has Positive Outlook Despite Looming Tariffs

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Water Heater Upgrades Improve Energy Efficiency at Quinnipiac University 

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Chicago City Buildings Now Powered with 100 Percent Renewable Energy

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Adaptive Reuse Brings New Life to Aging Facilities 

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Intersect Power Forms Partnership to Combine Data Centers with Clean Energy

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Door Safety Matters as a Deterrent in School Shootings

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Utah High Schools Upgrades Lighting, Prevents Spread of Illness

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How to Prioritize Your Sustainability Commitments 

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College Football Stadiums Upscale Renovations and Amenities

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Challenges Surrounding Adaptive Reuse

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Legionella, Heavy Metals Found in Chicago Federal Buildings 

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Practicing What it Preaches: Denver Water Utility

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West Lake Commons Lifestyle Retail Center Selects Wood Planks for Exterior

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Preventive Strategies to Extend Flooring Life and Cut Costs

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Houston Center Selects Balanced Doors for Renovation Project

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Feds Aim for Net Zero in Facilities

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Divers Use Camera to Perform Assessment for Central Indiana Regional Power Plant

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Mark Baker Found Learning Opportunities Through Facilities Management

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Flooring Trends for Facilities with Heavy Traffic

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Denver Water Utility Prioritizes Smart Water Use, Conservation

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Changing the Conversation on Net-Zero Emissions

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Comcast Equips Boot Road Campus with AI-Powered Solutions for Energy Efficiency

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2024 Presidential Election: Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's Stance on Facility Management Issues

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Key Considerations and Challenges When Adding Solar Power to Existing Buildings

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Facility Management Life Goals: America's Best Restroom

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What Can AI Do for Facility Managers?

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How Morehouse College Reduced Energy Consumption by 30 Percent

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Clearing the Air on AI and Facilities

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Spark by Hilton Selects New Water Heaters for Cost-Effectiveness

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Energy Demands and AI are Top Concerns for Data Centers

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How Regenerative Design is Shaping the Future of Facilities

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IAQ Issues Plague University Building

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McKean County Court House Updates Doors to Match Historical Look

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Data Centers' Consumption of Water Remains High

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Joseph Kovolyan Will Not Settle in Order to Make a Difference

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Department of Energy Selects Projects to Decarbonize Buildings

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Roof at MLB's Tampa Bay Rays Stadium Blows off During Hurricane Milton

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California Energy Code Updates Aim to Save Energy Costs

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Water Consumption Concerns as Data Center Use Increases

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More K-12 School Districts Leaning on Solar Energy

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Biden Administration Forms AI Task Force

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ASHRAE Awards Decarbonization Certifications

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Boston Logan International Airport Updates Sinks to Aid Sustainability

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Amarillo College Creates Meaningful Aesthetic for the Innovation Hub

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Oregon School Districts to Request $100 Million to Repair HVAC Systems

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Chicago White Sox Installs Free Period Product Dispensers at Stadium

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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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Cyxtera's Data Center Upgraded Control System for Efficiency and Savings

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Modernizing Mailrooms: Elevating Customer Experience, Enabling Efficiency

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A Strategic Approach to Making Schools Safer

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One Death Linked to Recalled Portable Power Stations

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KAI Transforms Historic Vashon Community Center at Harris-Stowe State University 

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Hazards to Avoid When Operating MEWPs and Telehandlers

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

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University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee EMS Building Reduces Noise for Learning Spaces

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Electric Boilers: Cost vs. Long-Term Savings

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Why Facilities are Choosing Bottle Fillers Over Fountains

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Safety First: Staying Safe on MEWPs and Telehandlers

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A Creative Atmosphere Cultivated for NYC Public School Students

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ASHRAE Rolls Out Data Center Resource

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How a Career in Fire Safety Consulting Transformed to Facilities Management

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Renovations Boost NBA’s Hawks’ Stadium

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Louisville Northeast Regional Library Improves Lighting, Cuts Costs

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Data Center Demand Continues to Grow

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Facilities Managers to Lead the Charge in Expanding EV Charging Stations

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The Impact of Electrification on Built Assets

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Unlocking a CMMS: Strategies and Tactics  

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Rail Station to Help Revive California City’s Downtown

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Jacksonville Jaguars Get Clad in New Water Heaters

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The Urgent Need for Better Indoor Air Quality in Schools

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K-12 School Renovations in Michigan Seek to Bring Old and New Together

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Philadelphia School District Addresses Air Conditioning Issues

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Maintenance Strategy Important Part of Sustainable Roofing Plan

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Tracing 70 Years of Facility Management History

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GSA Delayed Notifying Federal Building of Water Contamination

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Facilities Management to Enter the Era of Smart Data

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Raymond Elementary Combines History and Sustainability

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Janitorial Bill May Spike Facility Costs

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Boost Efficiency: Predictive Maintenance Data Essentials

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Azle Elementary in Texas Uses Resilient Tubelite Aluminum Framing Systems

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Facilities Managers need to Commit to Preventative Maintenance

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Texas School District's Visual and Preforming Arts Center Outfitted with Rockfon Ceilings

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General Service Administration to Evaluate Sustainability Technologies

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New York Invests $100 Million in Capitol Decarbonization Project

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Livonia Public Schools Upgrade HVAC Systems with Airedale Solutions

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4 Benefits of Pairing Solar with Battery Storage for Commercial Facilities

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Adaptive Reuse, Growing in Europe and Asia, is Architecture’s New Wave

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Opening Doors for People with Disabilities Remains a Challenge

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From Old to Gold: Transforming Historical Structures for the Future

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U.S. Clean Energy Efforts Hinge on Presidential Election

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California Sets Standard for Indoor Exposure to Excessive Heat

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Green Sports Alliance Releases Decarbonization Playbook

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How to Create Standard Operating Procedures

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Biden Administration Launches Initiatives for More Apprentices

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ASHRAE Establishes Center of Excellence for Building Decarbonization

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Office Sector Hits Record-Breaking Vacancy Rates 

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Jackson Preparatory School Gets Roofing Upgrade from Carlisle

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What Facilities Managers Need to Know About Tracking Warranties

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Renovating School for Children with Disabilities

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Water Heaters’ Role in Sustainable Operations

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Cities Find Millions to Renovate Sports Facilities

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Interior Designer's Own Space Gets a Classic Ceiling from Ceilume

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Hurricane Beryl Damages NRG Stadium's Roof

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OSHA Rule Proposed to Protect Workers from Extreme Heat

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Roofs Inspections After Extreme Weather Events

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Disneyland Worker Dies in Fall from Golf Cart

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Facilities ‘Arms Race’ in College Athletics Shows no Signs of Slowing

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Topeka's West Ridge Mall Reimagined: New Life

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Heat Pumps Recalled Due to Risk of Excessive Heat Exposure

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11 Injured in Escalator Mishap at Milwaukee Stadium

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Fitwel Releases Updated Building Standard

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Optimize School Facility Management During Summer Months

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Cool Roof Coating Project Aids in Energy Savings

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Life Sciences’ Real Estate Comeback Bodes well for Future

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Forney ISD's OC Transforms School Restrooms

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How to Understand a Patchwork of Elevator Regulations

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Beyond the Ban: The Enduring Dangers of Asbestos Exposure in Facilities Today

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JLL Announces AI-Powered Facility Management App

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Commercial Air Conditioner and Heat Pumps Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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Must-Do Summer Projects for Education Facilities Managers

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Digital Twin Technology Piloted at the University of Liverpool

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Chicago Construction Worker Dies After Fall from Scaffolding

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Upgraded Foodservice Area Entices New Employees

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5 Reasons to Adopt Facility Management Standards

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Minnesota School District Dives into Geothermal Technology

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Window Washer Dies in Fall from Boston High-Rise

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Retrofitted School Buses Give Districts Electric Alternative

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Cook County Hospital: New HVAC for Old Icon

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3 Steps to Decarbonize Buildings

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NFPA Eyes New Standard on Battery Safety

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Ferris State University Receives Major Technology Upgrade

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Biden Administration Releases Carbon Offsets Guidance

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Prevent Costly Repairs with Envelope Maintenance

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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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Can Voice Fire Alarms Be Used for Other Purposes?

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Artificial Intelligence Use to Impact Data Center Power Demands

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Renovations Bring New Life to Cook County Hospital

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NYC Approves Vote to Improve Parking Garages

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Building Electrification Hastens Clean-Energy Transition

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Understanding the Role of Technicians in Facilities Management Success 

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New York City Hospitals Roll Out Resilience Plan

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Department of Energy Names Top Sustainable and Healthy Schools

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What the New SEC Climate Regulations Mean for Facility Managers

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JLL and Nomad Partner to Train Next Generation of Facilities Workers

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Renovation Gives College Better ROI than New Construction

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The Unexpected Benefits of BIM

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Construction Accident Kills Worker at Georgia Campus

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Hybrid is the Most Common Workstyle

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Ithaca Green New Deal Aims to Electrify 6,000 Buildings

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Six Skills Facility Managers Need to Showcase

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Yosemite Maintenance Failures Lead to Injuries

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Deferred Maintenance Prompts Action for Aging Prisons

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Using Daylighting to Boost Retail Sales

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Microsoft Announces $3.3 Billion Data Center Commitment in Wisconsin

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Ithaca, New York, Embraces Robust Electrification Plan

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HVAC: Emerging Technologies for the Future

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Brookfield and Microsoft Partner on Zero Energy Usage for Cloud Services

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Woman Killed in University Construction Mishap

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NFPA 72: Interconnectivity Requirements

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Proper Lighting Conditions Enhance Student Productivity

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Employee Motivation: Measuring Success

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4 Steps to a Water Safety Audit

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NYC to Be Training Ground for Green Retrofits

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Higher Education Rethinks, Reinvests in Facilities: Report

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Maintenance Backlogs Plague Nation's Native American School Districts

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Employee Motivation: Defining the Facility Manager's Role

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Green Energy Benefits: Helping the Environment is Just the Start

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How Facilities Management Can Use the Better Buildings Initiative

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Solving the Data Center Power Supply Strain

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Picking The Right Spot Cooler

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GSA Design Standards Face Scrutiny Over Cost Impact

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High School Embraces Classrooms and Community

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Google to Build $1 Billion Data Center in Kansas City

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Three Ways to Build Technician Pride

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Water Leaks: Common Causes

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4 Tips for Future-Proofing EV Charging Infrastructure

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Generator Standard Addresses Carbon Monoxide Threat

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Fostering Employee Engagement in Facility Management

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Pros and Cons of Machine Room-Less Elevators

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Researchers Find Source of Lithium-Ion Battery Explosions

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World Water Day: Showcase Your Conservation Efforts

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Automatic Doors Get Their Day

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HGA Completes Pennsylvania State Archives Project

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Portable Tankless Water Heaters Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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GSA Gets Good News on Deferred Maintenance

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A Roadmap to Protecting Facilities and Operations

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Amenities That Encourage Employees to Return to the Office

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Nearly One-Third of School Districts use Portable Buildings

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Chicago's Chase Tower to Undergo Multi-Year Renovation

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5 Steps to Decarbonize Facilities

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New York City's Construction Deaths on the Rise

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Sizing Replacement Boilers Using EDR Calculations

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Evaluating Energy Use: What Managers Need to Know

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Retrospective: Facility Managers Help Modernize Buildings in the 1960s

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WELL Standard Reaches 5 Billion Square Feet of Space

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Creating a Fire Evacuation Plan

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Four Years Later: How COVID-19 is Still Impacting Facilities

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How to Reposition Buildings to Meet Market Demands

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Determining a Paint Project’s Lifespan

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Recognize Your Team During National Engineers Week

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Creighton University Uses Solar Thermal Collector to Heat Water

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College Basketball Team Gets Stuck in Elevator, Delays Game

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Wildfire Smoke: A Billions-of-Dollars Concern for Facilities

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Worker Dies in Illinois School Construction Accident

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Advanced Skills Credential Now Available to Address Building Technology

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Natural Light Benefits Animals and Staff at Animal Shelter

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Hospital To Pay $215,000 Over IAQ Problems

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Study Shows Effects of Weather Events on Solar Panels

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How School Districts are Converting Bus Fleets to Electric

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The Facility Management Industry Is at a Crossroads

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Battery Vacuums Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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Look Back: Facility Management in the 1950s

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Safe Storage of Lithium-Ion Batteries: Best Practices for Facility Managers

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How to Eliminate Air in a Hydronic System

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Meta to Build $800 Million Data Center in Indiana

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CRE Facilities Continue to Evolve

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OSHA Cites Contractor in Hospital Construction Death

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New York Plan Targets Infrastructure, Community Resilience

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School Districts Receive $32 Million in Grants to Improve Facilities

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Federal Facilities Get $104 Million for Energy Efficiency

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The Case for Accessible Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

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2024 HVAC Trends: Sustainability, Filtration, and Future Innovations

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BIM and the Facility Manager’s Role

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Bally's Must Redesign Hotel After Infrastructure Conflicts

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More Than 100 Animals Hospitalized After Shelter Fire

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Adapting to Climate Change: For Facilities, the Heat is On

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Frigid Football: Extreme Weather Grabs Spotlight in NFL

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How Facility Managers Can Defend Against Cyberattacks

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Boston Rethinks Role of its Public Schools

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Elevating Building Standards: Beyond COVID to IAQ Excellence

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Is Interest in LEED Certification Declining?

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Setting the Stage for BIM

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Women in FM: What Does Maternity Leave Look Like?

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Over 60 Ohio School Districts Allow Staff to Carry Guns

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Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville Selects Nexamp for Community Solar Power

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The Unseen Challenges Grounds Managers Face

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The Bottom Line on Key Performance Indicators

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Midland Independent School District's Journey to Modernize HVAC Systems

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St. Paul Seeks to Set Example with Climate Goal

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Kansas Demolishing Troubled Higher Education Buildings

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University of Pittsburgh Grounds Goes Electric

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5 Steps for Improving Workplace Morale

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Hybrid Offices Need to Appeal to Employees

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Hope's Windows Products Used in Urban Outfitter's Philadelphia Campus

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San Antonio Tackles Mold in Alamodome

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School Districts' Transition to Electric Buses Moving Slowly

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Site of Former Playboy Club in New York City Goes to Foreclosure Auction

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Troubleshooting Thermostat Wiring

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Office Evolution's Westport Location Makes Use of AtlasIED Sound Masking

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Designing a Healthy and Sustainable Workplace

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Registration Now Open for NFMT 2024

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Meta Partners with Salt River Project and Ørsted for Mesa Data Center

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COP 28 Brings Climate Deal, But Not Everyone Happy

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Improving Students’ Mental Health with Biophilic Design

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From the Archives: Maintaining Disneyland in the 1960s

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Rethinking Pump Maintenance and Design

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Solving the Post-Pandemic Vacancy Rate Problem

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Unoccupied Buildings at High Risk for Legionella

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ABM Initiates Energy Performance Contracting Program with Orange County Public Schools

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Abuse of Restroom Products on the Rise

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Red Roof Hit by Data Incident

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Wire Tool Attachments Recalled Due to Injury Hazard

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Austin's Conversion to Electric Bus Fleet Hits Snags

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Building Electrification Gains Momentum with Heat Pump Adoption

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Smart Buildings Help Organizations Reach Sustainability Goals Faster

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Hazardous Waste Woes Plague USPS Facilities

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Reagan Building to Receive Electrification Upgrades

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Flooring a Centerpiece of University Renovation 

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How to Wire a Thermostat on a Gas Rooftop Unit

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Detroit Adopts Energy and Water Benchmarking Policy for All Buildings

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Rhino Shield Coating Applied to the King Center

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Key Industry Organizations Collaborate on Material Sustainability

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Plowing and Deicing Strategies for Parking Garages

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

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The Facility Manager's Role in Cybersecurity

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For Data Center Construction, Location Matters

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O'Hare Renovation, Expansion $1.5 Billion Over Budget

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Pennsylvania to Address Lead-Tainted Water in School Districts

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Real Estate Office Furnished with Ceilume Decorative Ceiling

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The Benefits and Challenges of Facility Electrification

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Sustainability Comes of Age at UC-Irvine Health

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Biggest Challenges Facing Sustainable and Healthy Buildings

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Navigating the Digital Horizon: Transforming Skilled Trades

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Chicago Firefighter Dies Battling Blaze, Falls Four Stories

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Texas Voters Back More Money for School Maintenance

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Livening Up Research Labs With Design

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The Future of Green Building and Wellness

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Maintenance Worker Electrocuted, Dies

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Milwaukee Airport's LED Lighting Upgrade Illuminates Savings and Safety

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Building Efficiency for Sustainable Tomorrow Launches New Certification

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GSA Receives $2 Billion for Projects with Low-Embodied Carbon Materials

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Stormwater Management Strategies Target Safety and Sustainability

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ASHRAE Releases New Guide on Grid Interactivity

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LEED v5 for Operations and Maintenance Draft Rolls Out

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Lighting’s Role in Decarbonization Efforts

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Clean Your Data and the Benefits Will Follow

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Overcoming HVAC Challenges in Healthcare Facilities

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Maintenance Woes Imperil Federal Facilities' Footprint

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GSA Begins Process of Meeting Carbon Neutral Goals

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Bobcat Lawnmowers Recalled Due to Laceration and Crash Hazards

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MSU's Thurgood Marshall Hall Makes Use of Rockfon Products

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Las Vegas Casinos Lose $100 Million from Cyberattack

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Deferred Maintenance in Nation's Parks Gets Worse

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USGBC Releases Draft of LEED v5 for Operations and Maintenance

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World Market Center Outfitted with New Lighting

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University Focuses on Collaborative Spaces

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Building Owners Lead the Way to Carbon Neutrality

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How Do We Create Regenerative Buildings?

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Morgan State University to Up Security, Build Wall After Shooting

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Indoor Air Quality Impacts Student Performance and Comfort

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Rethinking Indoor Health: ‘COVID Changed Things’

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Tuten Labs Integrates Facilio Technology Solutions

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KPIs in Facility Management: Key to Data-Driven Decisions

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Optimizing Roofing Investments with Coating Choices

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Transforming Commercial Spaces for a Post-Pandemic Future

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Team Success Secrets: Communication and Motivation Strategies

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The 4 Stages of Emergency Preparedness

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Concept Illumination Lights Up Biomont Energy Cogeneration Plant

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Modesto Transit Center Upgrade: Touchless, Hygienic Restrooms

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Trend Alert: Converting Commercial to Multi-Family

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Deferred Maintenance Hits Majority-Black Schools Harder

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Turning Facility Data into Bottom-Line Benefits

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Hot Water Technology Advancements: A Facility Manager's Guide

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Post-Pandemic Commercial Real Estate: A New Era

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How to Perform a Complete Flush of a Building’s Water System

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University of Kansas and Ole Miss Stadiums Outfitted with Modular VIP Seating System

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Converting Former Hotel Space into Student Housing

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Funding Available to Schools for HVAC Upgrades

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ADA-Compliant Snow and Ice Management Strategies

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Making the Case for Propane in Critical Facilities

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FEMA Grants $3 Billion to Bolster Resilience

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Portable Generators Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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California Building Codes Emphasize Reducing Embodied Carbons

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How to Prepare Facilities for Winter

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What Steps Should Facility Managers Take to Decarbonize?

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College Esports Require a Tech-savvy Hub

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Las Vegas Casinos Experience Cyberattacks

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Facilities Recognized for Lighting Innovations

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Ceilume Products Used in Redesign of Historic Building

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It’s Never too Early to Prepare a Winter Treatment Plan

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Cold Truths About Facility Resilience

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Assessing and Optimizing Educational Facility Spaces

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Data Privacy and Ethical Considerations for Artificial Intelligence

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Clemson University's December Freeze: Emergency Response Success

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School Districts Learn More about E-Buses

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Colorado School District Doubles Electric Bus Fleet

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The Importance of Scheduled Boiler Inspections 

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Power Plant Fire Affects Iowa State University

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COVID-19 Shuts Down School Districts

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

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Hot Weather Tests K-12 Schools' HVAC Systems

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Theater Facility Mangers Help Create Magic on Stage

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Inflation Reducation Act: One Year Later

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SoCalGas to Pay Fine for Misleading Claim about Natural Gas

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Federal Bills Would Fund Healthcare, School Improvements

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Daikin Recalls Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners Due to Fire Hazard

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Embracing MEWP Safety, Fatalities Decrease

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Roadmap Targets Funding for Public Building Upgrades

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UW-Platteville's Sesquicentennial Hall Outfitted with RHEINZINK Tiles

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Zoo Transforms Retired Monorail Line into Vibrant Walking Path

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Biden Administration Announces $46 Million for Decarbonization Projects

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Nashville Testing Street Coating to Combat Urban Heat 

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Safety First with Lift Equipment

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Forming a Floor Plan for Institutional and Commercial Facilities

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A Hybrid Workplace Worth Coming To

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

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How the University of Chicago Streamlined its Security Upgrade

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EPA Answers Questions on Lithium Ion Batteries

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Tornado Warning Leads to Confusion at Outdoor Concert Venue

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How Facility Managers Can Prepare for Hazardous Weather During Hurricane Season

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Maintenance Worker Electrocuted, Killed

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Climate Change Demands Healthier Buildings

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EPA's Clean School Bus Program Opens Doors to Electric Opportunities

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Saugus Middle School Makes Use of Dri-Design Aluminum Panels

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Navigating Funding Sources for Alternative Energy Projects

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Denver Public Schools Embraces Net-Zero Plan

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The Shift in Access Control Systems for Education Facilities

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Understanding the Benefits of C-PACE

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GSA Rolls Out Sustainable Facilities Tool

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Crane Collapse in Manhattan Injures 12

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From Teaching to Facilities Management: How Machion Jackson Found Her Calling

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Pizzeria Makes Use of Ceilume Ceiling Products

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Twitter Rebrand Runs Afoul of Building and Street Permitting

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Inflation Reduction Act: One Year Later

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Ensuring Safety and Performance: Choosing the Right Batteries for Power Tools

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IAQ, Labor Shortage Challenges Public Perception on School Facilities Managers

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How to Take a LEED Role in Building Green

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Tips for Commercial Cooling Amidst Record-Breaking Heat

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Inflation Reduction Act Money Finds way to States that Refused Funding

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Schools Get $178 Million for Energy Upgrades

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How IoT and Smart Technology are Shaping the Future of Electrical Code

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Scottsdale Implements International Green Construction Code

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Arizona Reinstates School Inspections

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The Vital Role of Facilities Managers in K-12 School Operations

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Hope's Windows Contributes to Art Museum Renovation

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Are Downtown Chicago Buildings Sinking?

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Why Passive Heating and Cooling is Trending

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Small New York City at Forefront of Decarbonization Push

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Brown Barn Films Renovates Office Space with Ceilume Ceiling Tiles

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

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A Surge in Electric Vehicles Brings Fewer but Harder Fires to Fight

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Water-saving Benefits of Smart Irrigation Systems

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GSA Commits $1 Billion to Sustainable Facilities

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2 States Move to Commit Billions to K-12 Maintenance

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Las Vegas-Area Schools Double Down on IAQ Issues

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Office Space That Embraces Work-Life Balance 

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USDOT Awarding $1.7 Billion for Clean Energy Buses

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Rethinking Grounds Care to Benefit the Environment

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New York State Program Offers Rewards for Electrification Programs

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4 Killed in New York Fire Sparked by Lithium-Ion Battery

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OSHA Reminds Grounds Managers of Job Hazards

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Luca Restaurant Installs Flooring from Ecore

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2 Workers Die in Construction Mishaps

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How the Pandemic is Influencing Future Student Housing Projects

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5 Risk Mitigation Strategies for Facility Managers in a Hard Market

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DOE Program Provides Boost for 25 School Districts

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US Solar Market Has Best First Quarter in its History

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Hedge Trimmers Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

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Top Student Housing Design Trends

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Director Follows Calling into Higher Education Facilities Management

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The Benefits of Battery Power Grounds Equipment

Building Operating Management
Sustainable Water Management: Climate Pledge Arena's Green Initiatives

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How Facilities Managers Can Prevent a Water Emergency

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How Office Environments Influence Productivity and Well-being

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Hospital Transforms into a Modern Maternity Center

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Protecting Your Workplace: 6 Essential Steps for Safety

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Pools and Spas Focus of New Maintenance Standard

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Debt Ceiling Deal Makes it Easier to Build New Clean Projects

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University of Chicago Boosts Maintenance Efficiency with Upgraded CMMS

Building Operating Management
Chattanooga Lays Out Plan for Sustainable Future 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Managers Weigh Options for Battery Powered Equipment

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

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How to Future-proof Mission Critical Facilities 

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Whitepaper Advises Managers on Lifts Maintenance

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Metro Waterproofing Uses Polyglass Products for Grand Hyatt Memphis Project

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How Behavioral Data is Representative of All Users

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CDC Releases New Ventilation Guidelines for Buildings

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

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Hiring IAQ Staff Benefits Schools

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Using Behavioral Data to Design New Office Spaces

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Choosing the Right Coating for Parking Garages

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How the Willis Tower Began its Renovation

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Decarbonization is Not as Difficult as it Sounds

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From Gas to Electric: How Facilities are Converting Grounds Equipment

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New York City Slowly Sinking as Sea Level Rises

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President Biden Vetoes Solar Tariff Repeal Legislation

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Vacancy Rate Hits New Record High in Chicago

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Testing Finds Lead in Most Illinois Schools' Drinking Water

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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?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Protecting Parking Garages with Sealers and Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Insulation Issues: The Search for Savings

Building Operating Management
Applying the Five Love Languages to Commercial Real Estate

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New York Passes Fossil Fuel Ban in New Buildings

Building Operating Management
Chicago's Willis Tower's $500 Million Upgrade Includes HVAC Work

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What Can ChatGPT Do for Facility Managers?

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Nissan Stadium Shelters-In-Place Thousands of Swifties

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Changes to Come in the HVAC Industry

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'The Toilet Paper Gave Me a Rash' and Other Facilities Complaints

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How Artificial Intelligence Affects Facilities Managers

Building Operating Management
Modernizing the Rich History of Religious Facilities

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How Facility Managers Can Keep Up with Code Standards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Metaverse is Here: How Should Facility Managers Handle It?

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New York City Parking Garage Collapse Creates Call for More Inspections

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2 Construction Workers Killed at JFK Airport

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UPS Maintenance Checklist

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Berkeley Natural Gas Ban Struck Down in Federal Court

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Green Seal Releases New Report

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1 Killed in NYC Parking Structure Collapse

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Preparation is Key When Pursuing a Boiler Upgrade

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Strategies for Improving Facility Resilience

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Mystery Clogs and Strange Smells: School Complaints

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Battery Backups Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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What Does CCTV Stand For?

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Danville Schools Outfitted with ClassMate Cooling and Heat Pumps

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Cybersecurity Threats Make Their Way Through Facilities

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How the Inflation Reduction Act is Accelerating Energy Projects

Building Operating Management
What You Need to Know about Flood Insurance

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Rising Ocean Levels Placing Coastal Communities, Buildings at Risk

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Industry Groups Streamline Process for Obtaining Certifications

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New York City to Add Video Doorbells to Elementary Schools

Building Operating Management
Creating a Modern Space That Preserves the Past

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Schools Learn Lessons on IAQ

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Climate Change Contributes to Modest Rise in Home Runs

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Intense Illinois Storm Causes Roof Collapse, One Person Killed

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How Universities are Benefiting from Partnering with Utilities

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What Is the Role of Renewables in Building Electrification and Efficiency?

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Worker Dies at University Construction Site

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Historic Armory at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Restored

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Metrics and Managers: Finding and Sharing Critical Data

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California Lifts Many Water-Use Restrictions

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Natural Gas Pipeline Possible Cause of Chocolate Factory Explosion

Building Operating Management
How to Upgrade Your Facility’s Lobby

Building Operating Management
Will Hiring Ever Return to Normal? 

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Healthcare Facilities Face Urgent Infection Challenge

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Arbor Park School District 145 Updated with Celiume Thermoformed Acoustic Panels

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Deferred Maintenance Gap Widens in K-12 Facilities

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What Are Virtual Power Plants?

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One Worker Dead, Three Injured in Manhattan Construction Accident

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Designing Storm Shelters for Universities in High-Impact Areas

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New Tool Validates Water Quality in Facilities 

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Facility Managers at Universities Brace for Tornado Season

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Designing for Esports in K-12 Schools

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3 Maintenance Benefits of 3D Cameras and Imaging in Facilities

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Scooter Battery Cause of Massive NYC Supermarket Fire

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Weather Wreaks Havoc on California Facilities

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Facility Managers Face Year-Round Wildfire Challenges

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How Concrete Becomes Climate Friendly

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Michigan State Campus Lacking Common Security Features

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Teachers Give Low Marks to School Conditions

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Meth Users Force Renovations of Boulder Library

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Hope's University and Peyton Boyd Architect PC Restore the Birthplace of Country Music Museum

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Chippers Recalled Due to Laceration Threat

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Federal Funds Flow into National Parks

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Maintaining Schools During Extreme Weather Events

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USPS Plans Purchase of Nearly 10,000 Electric Delivery Vehicles

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$2.4 Billion in Federal Funds Targets Water Infrastructure

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Federal Facilities Up the Ante on Indoor Air Quality

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Hope's Windows Hurricane Pivot Doors Pass Wind Tests

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Amazon, Walmart and Dollar General Hit with OSHA Violations

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Pandemic Bills Provide K-12 Schools with HVAC Upgrade Opportunities

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Electrifying K-12 HVAC Systems

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Ireland House Installs Eureka Mute Luminaires for New Design

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How Boilers are Affecting Facilities Managers

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Facility Resilience: Challenges and Success Stories

Building Operating Management
6 Post-Covid Commercial Real Estate Trends to Watch

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What are the Benefits of Electric Utility Vehicles?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Why Facilities Should Use Green Seal Certified Paints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Restroom Fixtures May Help with Water Conservation

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Resilience and Maintenance: Roles and Responsibilities for Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How MEWPs are Growing in Popularity

Building Operating Management
How to Connect Buildings and Building Occupants to Nature

Building Operating Management
How to Perform a Leak Investigation

Building Operating Management
4 Types of Roof Coatings: How to Pick the Best for Your Facility

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The Toronto Zoo's Restrooms Renovated with Sloan Fixtures

Building Operating Management
Smart Windows Offer Modern Solution for Middle Tennessee State University

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Restroom Products Evolve to Meet Changing Demands

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$15.1 Billion in Upgrades Plague California Higher Ed

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Education Facilities Managers Work to Fight the Great Resignation

Building Operating Management
Transforming a Semi-Vacant Office Building Into a Biotech Hub

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Enthusiasm over Electric Vehicle Fleets isn't Universal

Building Operating Management
What Does 2023 Hold for the Construction Sector?

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Mannequins and Emergency Response: The Road to Maintenance Management

Building Operating Management
The Future is Building Electrification

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Improving Air Quality in Schools Goes Beyond COVID-19

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Improving Resilience: Chicago Tower Undergoing Curtain Wall Restoration

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Life, Death and the Case for AEDs in Facilities

Building Operating Management
University Creates Campus Hub for Health and Human Services Departments

Building Operating Management
Emergency Power Setup Crucial for Cleveland Arboretum and Gardens

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Massachusetts Ranks No. 1 in Top 10 LEED States

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New Data Show Ozone Layer Continues to Heal

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VyStar Credit Union Headquarters Receives Lighting Update from Acuity Brands

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3 States Most in Need of Energy Code Funding Upgrades

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Boston Weighs Renovation Costs for City Hall

Building Operating Management
What to do about PFAS?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
3 Cost-Effective Ways to Improve School Indoor Air Quality This Winter

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New York Governor Proposes Natural Gas Ban in New Buildings

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School Districts Blocked from Participating in EPA Clean Bus Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building Automation Services: Challenges, Benefits and Opportunities

Building Operating Management
How to Focus on Water Quality in Facilities

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LEED Crosswalks Help Users Pursue Several Certifications at Once

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Don't Overlook Water Consumption in Climate Change Discussion

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Three Workers Die in Charlotte Construction Accident

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Vancouver International Airport's New Lighting Fixtures Transforms Space

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Hybrid Policies, Data Sharing Among Workplace Emphasis for 2023

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Hiring Challenges Lead to Apprenticeship Training Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
$1 Trillion Infrastructure Law Driving Development in Facilities

Building Operating Management
Breathing New Life Into an Old Landmark Building

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DOE Rule Targets Federal Building Emissions

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U.S. Postal Service Purchasing 66,000 Electric Vehicles

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5 Strategies for CRE Investment in Uncertain Times

Building Operating Management
Mindy Stevens Sets Sustainability Standards at Hinds Community College

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Protecting Building Control Systems from Cyber Attacks 

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Evocative Lighting Amplifies Co-Working Space

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Meet the Winners of the 2022 Maintenance Innovation Awards

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Distribution Challenges Associated with Inflation Reduction Act

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ASHRAE To Develop IAQ Pathogen Mitigation Standard

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Window Shade Battery Pack Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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Lighting Design Adds Interest and Style to Office

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renovating A Historical Facility for New Life

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Distribution Center Upgrades Insulation to Improve Interior Conditions

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New York City Pledges $4 Billion to Electrify Schools

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Heat Pump Market to Hit $118 Billion by 2030

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8 Steps to Improve IAQ

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Large Lighting Fixtures Enhance Biopharmaceutical Facility

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School Districts Plan for $1 Billion in Electric Bus Funding

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Recruiting and Retaining New Hires During the Great Resignation

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White House Climate Initiative Targets Net-Zero Emissions

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COP27 Fails to Produce Significant Climate Agreement

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Clean a Rooftop Unit Evaporator Coil

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Denver Invests $26 Million in Community Solar Gardens

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Portable Generators Recalled Due to Finger Amputation, Crushing Hazard

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School IAQ Top Priority of Federal Funds

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Thermal Distribution Systems: Overcoming Installation Challenges

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Smoke Sensors Help Reinforce Policies at Hotel

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New York Commercial Office Buildings Facing Huge Losses in Value

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Picking the Right Attachment Depends on Your Equipment

Building Operating Management
Designing Space for Labs in Higher Education

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University Campus Showcase Unique Windows and Doors

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Worker Killed in Airport Construction Accident

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Attachments Add Versatility to Equipment Fleets and Staffs

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Georgia Power Accused of Overcharging $1.87 Billion

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Navigating the Challenges that Surround Plumbing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Testing Temperature Controls

Building Operating Management
Improving Accessibility at an 80-year-old High School

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New York City Announces $4 Billion Plan to Electrify Schools

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San Francisco Giants Player Development Center Gets Revamped with New Construction

Building Operating Management
5 Common Winter Roofing Mistakes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managing Rental Equipment Agreements

Facility Maintenance Decisions
More Students to Consider Enrolling at Sustainable Universities

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GSA Fails to Upgrade Air Filtration

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Developing Goals within Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing Upgrades Fit for Sustainable Codes

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OSHA Cites Dollar General Again for Safety Violations

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Design Teams Brace for More Sustainable Projects

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Property Markets 'Normalizing' Post-COVID Period

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Lighting and Acoustics Play Integral Role in Coworking Space

Building Operating Management
How to Create a Healthy Learning Environment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Top Strategies for Rental Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University of Cincinnati Races to Update Chillers

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Man Killed in Fall at Pittsburgh Stadium

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Latest School Shooting Brings Security of Students Back into Headlines

Facility Maintenance Decisions
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UPS Settles With EPA over Hazardous Materials

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Renovated Library is Heated and Cooled with Wood Chips

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How Covid Shifted the Focus on IAQ

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University of Virginia Responds to Reports of Mold in Dorms

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Petroleum Leaks into Drinking Water at Pearl Harbor Military Base

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Challenges to Maintaining the Bellagio Fountains

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Wisconsin Schools See Increase in Swatting Attempts

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Should Facility Managers Consider a Heat Pump?

Building Operating Management
Why Should Facility Managers Care About Health and Wellness?

Building Operating Management
Improving Safety and Security for Outdoor Spaces on Campus

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Window Washer Dies in Fall at Boston Library

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Universities Respond to Problems as Students Return to Campuses

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Ohio States Seeks New Sources of Facilities Funds

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Best Ways to Ventilate Your Building

Building Operating Management
How Blockchain Can Improve Real Estate Transactions

Building Operating Management
How to Boost Commercial Office Value Using Water Features

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Former Target Store Transform to New Early Childhood School

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Texas Invests $400 Million Into Electric Vehicle Charging Sites

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Building Controls are Crucial in Fighting Airborne Diseases

Building Operating Management
Green Roofs See Several Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How Restrooms Can Accommodate Post-Covid Expectations

Building Operating Management
How to Select the Right Boiler or Water Heater System

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Synthetic Turf Recycling Program Launched

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Solar-Powered, Resilient Florida Community Weathers Hurricane Ian

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REGENXBIO Smoothly Upgrades Ceiling Acoustics

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

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Supporting Maintenance Beyond Work Orders

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What to Expect from Restrooms Post-Pandemic

News & Views
What Can Managers Do to Combat PFAS in Water

Building Operating Management
Pandemic Produces Unprecedented Infection Control Practices

Building Operating Management
Commercial Buildings Can Lead the Way to An All-Electric Future

Facility Maintenance Decisions
San Antonio Government Prioritizes Safety and Security in New Facility

News & Views
2 Killed in Separate Attacks in University Facilities

Building Operating Management
Building Electrification Is Reaching Critical Mass in Commercial Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How Sustainable Initiatives are Changing Grounds Management at University of Michigan

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Setting Your Higher Education WELL Building Solutions Design Strategies

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What to Consider When Developing an Electric Vehicle Plan

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Are Your Buildings Ready for Hurricane Ian?

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Senate Approves Climate Treaty with Bipartisan Support

Building Operating Management
3 WELL Strategies Focused on Existing Buildings

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Predictive Maintenance Market to Experience Robust Growth

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Twitter Lost Key Data Center During California Heat Wave

Building Operating Management
Using the Landscape to Teach About Water Usage

Building Operating Management
3 Strategies for Water-Efficient Restrooms

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Evaluate Real Facility Change During Zero Emissions Day

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Wendy's Franchisee Reaches Water, Energy Efficiency Goals

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California Buildings Power Down to Combat Brutal Heat Wave

Building Operating Management
Staff, Students Rely on Facilities Managers for Building Safety

Building Operating Management
Commercial Lighting Rebates Evolve

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Lawnmowers Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

Building Operating Management
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Flea Infestation Leads to Retaliation, OSHA Lawsuit

Building Operating Management
Collaboration Among Managers Keeps Students, Staff Safer

Building Operating Management
Inflation Reduction Act Expands Energy Efficiency Tax Deductions

News & Views
What Is the Real Cost of a Ton of Carbon?

Building Operating Management
Renewable Energy Helps Build Healthy Communities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Seattle Central College Embraces Sustainability

Building Operating Management
A Grim New Normal: How to Perform Active Shooter Drills

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Student Dies After Column Collapse at Oregon College

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New Hampshire Middle School Drive Interest With New Light Fixtures

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OSHA Adds Fines, Citations for Dollar General

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When to Address Student Health and School Sustainability

Building Operating Management
Weighing the Value of EV Charging Stations 

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North Dakota Announces Interstate Electric Vehicle Charging Plan

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OSHA Cites Supermarket Operator After Amputations

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Natural Gas Prices Spike to 14-Year High

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Inflation Reduction Act Funds Building Efficiency, Sustainable Construction

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Water Distribution System Called Into Question at Pearl Harbor

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OSHA Cites Wild Horse Pass Development Center Over Worker Death

Building Operating Management
Regenerative Buildings Represent the Future of Facilities

Building Operating Management
4 Trends in Commercial Office Leasing

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Melissa High School Expands Performing Arts Complex, Designs with Students in Mind

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New Jersey Commits $45 Million for Electric School Buses

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Students Return to Virtual Learning After Microbial Growth Found in HVAC System

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Chicago Signs $422 Million Deal for Solar Power

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Top Mowing Strategies for Athletic Fields

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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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Software Created to Help Managers Track Carbon-Cutting Materials

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Woodland Park Zoo Rallies to Provide Natural Lighting for Komodo Dragon

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Facilities Industry Groups Hail Passage of Inflation Reduction Act

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How to Extend Roof Coatings to Save Money

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How Succession Planning Can Help Combat the Great Retirement

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What Facilities Should Do About Monkeypox

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Research Team Explores Idea of Solar Windows

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Touchless Options to Increase in Restrooms

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Motivation and Delegation: Keys to Successful Management

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How LEED Tackles Climate Change

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Miter Saws Recalled Due to Injury and Laceration Hazards

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Climate Change Increasing Storm Surge in Hurricanes 

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Growing Need of Elevators Require Technology Upgrades

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Does Your Coating Match Your Roof Type?

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Why Facility Managers Should Focus on Relative Humidity in Buildings

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Using Digital Technology to Reduce Physical Climate Risks

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A Manager’s Secret Weapon: Building Automation Systems

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Climate Action Increasing as World Heats Up

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5 Ways to Maintain Building Automation

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University of Virginia Uses Trailer to Provide Temporary Heat on Construction Projects

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Woman Dies at Empower Field at Mile High Stadium

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NIST Develops Tool to Help Assess IAQ, Ventilation

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Louisville Recognizes Energy-Efficient Facilities

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Google Buys Chicago’s Thompson Center for $105 Million

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Golf Courses Show 29 Percent Reduction of Water Use in 2020

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How a Wisconsin Elementary School Achieved Net Zero Status

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New York Airports to Upgrade Facilities

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What You Need to Know About Building Performance Standards

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A Career in Facilities Management Requires Empathy

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Alberta Bair Theater Updates Lighting, Sees Growth

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What to Know About ADA Regulations

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Using Digital Technology to Reduce Physical Climate Risks

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Majority of Employees are Wary on Safety During Extreme Weather Events

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Bitcoin Miners Shut Down Amidst Texas Heatwave 

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How to Spot Troubles in Different Types of Roofs

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Overcoming Renovation Challenges to Deliver Upgraded Restrooms

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Understanding the Financial Benefits of Health and Wellness Strategies

Building Operating Management
Look Beyond Copper for Domestic Water Piping

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Honolulu Passes Energy Benchmarking Ordinance

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How Can Blockchain Benefit Facility Management? 

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Vaccination Center Gets Supplied With Atlas Copco Power

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US Ranks Low in Green Future Index

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UCSF Focuses on Accessibility in Restroom Renovation

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CDC Spotlights Top K-12 Ventilation Strategies

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York University Upgrades Gender Neutral Restrooms, Simplifies Maintenance

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Take the Long View on Facilities Maintenance Planning

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Electric Grounds Equipment Sees Sustainable Benefits

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Are Electric Scooters the Newest Trendy Office Perk?

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Enhancing Indoor Air Quality Means Reevaluating Technology

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Prevent Legionella, Improve Efficiency with Smart Water Systems

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Department of Energy Aims to Protect Grid from Cyber Attacks

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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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Careington International Adapts Facility as City Continues to Grow

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How Digital Twins Can Create Facility Management Efficiencies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Improving IAQ Does Not Have to Break the Bank

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Electric Surge Finds Way to Snow and Ice Removal Equipment 

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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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Building Management Systems Help Navigate ‘New Normal’ in Pandemic Era

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Survey Finds Return-to-Office Experience Better Than Expected

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Access Board, DOT Weigh In on Electric Vehicle Infrastructure

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Chicago School to Add Security After Student Caught with Gun

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Wildfire in California Forces Stanford to Cancel Classes

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Smart Pumps Lead the Way to Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Goals

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Construction Defects: What Is Your Legal Recourse?

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EPA Offering $6.5 Billion to Support Water Infrastructure Projects

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LAX Concourse Meets Stringent Sustainable Code Requirements

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Washington Becomes First State to Mandate Building Electrification

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Electricity Prices Expected to Spike This Summer

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LA Tops List of Energy Star Cities

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ICC Program Aims to Attract Entry-Level Technicians

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How to Protect Facilities from Losses Due to Wildfires

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Washington D.C. Establishes Aggressive Carbon Emissions Goals

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4 Ways Facilities Managers Can Better Prepare for the Day

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Revised Design Guide Emphasizes Benefits of Commissioning

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Church Expands Youth Center with Ecore Flooring

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How Flexible Design Can Improve Resilience in Uncertain Times

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Bright Ideas: Lighting Retrofit Project Brings Huge Benefits

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NEMA Standard Aims to Raise Accuracy of Submeters

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Are You Measuring Your Organization’s Scope 3 Emissions?

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OSHA Cites Two More Dollar General Stores for Safety Violations

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Storage Woes: Museums Facing Many Challenges

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How Early Occupant Engagement Leads to More Suitable Spaces

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Sauder Heritage Inn Upgrades Toilets, Saves More Water

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High Temperatures Causing School Districts to Wrap Up Classes Early

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Propane Power Generators Help Prevent Blackouts, Cleaner Alternative

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Green Lease Leaders Awarded, Program Sees Record Expansion

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Consistent Elevator Maintenance is Needed in Facilities

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Smart Bathrooms Gain Traction Post-COVID

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Understanding the Benefits of Metal in Commercial Buildings

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How to Take the Long View on Training and Education

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Virginia University Goes all Solar Power

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New Certification Program Offered for Turf Equipment Managers

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How Can Facility Managers Overcome the Great Resignation?

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Bat Found Inside Dorm Prompts Facilities Policy Change

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Biden Administration Proposes New Energy Standards for Commercial Water Heaters 

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Philadelphia School District Evaluating Aging Buildings

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HVAC Industry Has Never Been More Essential

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As Climate Change Accelerates, So Must Resilience

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May Brings Focus to Hurricane Preparedness, Building Safety

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Air Changes in Facilities Key in Fighting COVID-19: Study

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Western Michigan Doubles Down on Electric Vehicle Charging

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California Correctional System Touts Energy Saving Efforts

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Strategies to Improve Elevator Energy Efficiency

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EPA Goal: Electrifying More School Buses 

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How to Move Toward All-Electric Buildings

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Sustainability Succeeds at Meister Cheese Company

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Washington State First to Incorporate Electrification Into Energy Codes

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Case Study: Movable Walls Provide Flexibility at K-8 School

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How Collaborative Contracting Can Lead to Successful Projects

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The Future of Building Automation Expected to Bring Better Accessibility

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Smart Energy: What Is Your Facility's Climate Contribution?

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Can “Heat Pumps for Peace and Freedom” Save the World?

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Fighting Climate Change with Geothermal Energy from Abandoned Oil, Gas Wells

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How to Make Long-Term Boilers and Water Heaters Selections

Building Operating Management
How to Decide Where to Locate Electrical Generators

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Integrated Pest Management Strategies and Tactics

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Howard University Commits $785 Million to New, Renovated Buildings

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Biden Administration Announces $500 Million in Grants for K-12 Energy Efficiency

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UMass Upgrades Student Gym, Improves Student Wellness

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Shrunken Budgets Mean Reduced Investments in Higher Ed Facilities: Report

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University of Pittsburgh Announces Climate Action Plan

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Construction Materials Prices Increase More Than 20 Percent

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DOE Reverses Trump-Era Plumbing Water Use Standards

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How to Prepare, Respond and Recover From a Utility Outage

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For Construction Projects, Be Sure to Check the Spec

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Understanding How a Packaged Rooftop Unit Works

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OSHA Issues Fines, Citations Over Arm Amputation at Postal Center

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Wisconsin Elementary School Achieves Net-Zero Energy

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How to Design the Post-Covid Classroom

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GSA Seeks To Cut Emissions from Building Materials

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Understanding How Building Controls Can Save Energy

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Detroit School District Announces $700 Million Plan to Upgrade Buildings

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Students Hospitalized Due to Gas Leak at College Dorm

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Electric Vehicles Get Boost from Federal Government

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Carbon Monoxide Incidents Offer Reminder of Deadly Threat

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New Healthy and Green Schools Standard Announces Pilot Projects

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President Biden Touts Climate Change Mitigation in State of the Union

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University of Iowa Debuts 10-Year Construction, Upgrade Plan

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Planet Fitness Chain Earns WELL Building Rating

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New Sustainability Program Focuses on Healthy Schools and Colleges

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How Integrated Controls Lead to Energy Savings

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Fitwel Plans Expansion to Respond to Need for Improved IAQ

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Oregon Tops List of College Football’s Best Facilities

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Open Sesame: How to Celebrate Automatic Door Day

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LaGuardia Airport Completes $4 Billion Renovation

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Gate Hinge-Closers Recalled Due to Malfunction

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

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Understanding Water-Conservation Strategies for Reopening Facilities

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Case Study: Ceiling Systems Contribute to Better Learning Environments for Students

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California High School Earns Sustainable Grounds Care First

Building Operating Management
This Is What A LEED Platinum Residence Hall Looks Like

Building Operating Management
Best Practices for Mission-Critical Infrastructure in Server Rooms and Data Closets

Building Operating Management
4 HVAC Strategies to Still Protect Against COVID-19

Building Operating Management
How to Create Sustainable, Water Efficient Restrooms

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Scientists Develop All-Season Smart Roof Coating

Building Operating Management
How to Select the Right Cool Roof

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Historic Sacramento Building Receives Façade Upgrade

Building Operating Management
How to Use the CRRC Database to Select Cool Roofs and Walls

Building Operating Management
6 Data Center Questions Can Determine Mission-Critical Needs at Branch Locations

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Contaminated Tap Water on Military Housing Sites Prompts Investigation

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Case Study: Hotel Mixes Modern and Traditional Elements

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5 Keys to Revitalizing Campus Heritage in Today’s Moment

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Case Study: Empower Field Upgrades Stadium Restrooms, Sees Benefits

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Firehouse Is First To Earn UL’s IAQ Certification

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HVAC Drain Pans Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

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President Biden Orders Carbon Neutral Federal Government by 2050

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Wildfire Resilience and the Role of Landscapes

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5 Innovative Strategies to Consider for the Post-Pandemic Office

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Some Good News: Natural Gas Prices Dropping Dramatically

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Maintenance Innovation Awards Winners Announced

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Case Study: Facility Ups COVID-19 Prevention with Bipolar Ionization

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Did Active Shooter Drills Save Lives In Michigan School Shooting?

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How to Design, Build, and Operate Greener Data Centers

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Smithsonian Museums Threatened by Climate Change

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Texas A&M Plans New Downtown Fort Worth Research Campus

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Case Study: University Prioritizes Bird Friendly Glass in New Building

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Plumber Finds Cash, Checks Inside Walls of Joel Osteen's Church

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Case Study: Atlantic City Boardwalk Revamps Public Restrooms

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Case Study: School District Installs Flat Lock Tiles for New Facilities

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Understanding Proposed Changes to NYC Elevator Code

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University of Florida Launches $1.6 Billion Campus Overhaul

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Arizona State Spends $60 Million on Major Facilities Project

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Prison Dorm? Billionaire Donor's Design Conditions Stir Up Controversy

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Case Study: Windows Accent Completed Vandalia Tower Renovation

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Water Systems Unprepared for New Regulations: Survey

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Sick Buildings Lead to Student Protests at Howard University

Building Operating Management
How FM and IT Can Team Up for Green

Building Operating Management
Robotic Scrubbers Help District Reallocate Resources

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Case Study: Bright Graphics Share Hope

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Oh Deer: Moose Crashes Into Canadian School

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Natural Gas Prices Expected to Skyrocket this Winter

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Roof Replacement Yields Huge Energy Benefits: Study

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Filtration and Ventilation Strategies for the COVID-19 Era

Building Operating Management
Adsorbent Air Cleaning: A New Way To Think About Ventilation 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Problems Plague Nation’s K-12 Schools

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GSA Plan Addresses Climate Change Impact on Facilities

Building Operating Management
Understanding California's New Green Building Standards

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Spotlight on Filtration: Understanding MERV Rating

Building Operating Management
How to Use Internet of Things Technology to Prevent Water Damage

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Portable Heaters Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

Building Operating Management
5 Trends in Creating Outdoor Spaces on College Campuses

Building Operating Management
How to Make Smart Building Data Smarter

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U.S. Facing $85 Billion School Facility Funding Gap

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Case Study: Elementary School Has Unique Needs For Cooling Tower

Building Operating Management
Back in Business: Minimizing Spread of Disease Remains Priority

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Choose the Most Effective Roof Coating

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What You Need to Know to Get Short-Term Equipment Rental Right

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

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Office Updates and Renovations Might Be Smaller Than Anticipated

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University’s New Campus Presents Unique FM Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ventilation and Filtration: A Systemic Strategy for Healthier Buildings

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EPA Webinar Targets Pest Management in Facilities

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President Biden Sets Aggressive Solar Goal: 50 Percent by 2050

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Report: 80 Percent of Companies Embracing Sustainability Initiatives

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Grounds Management: Preparing for Certification

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ASHRAE Updates Ventilation Standard for Healthcare Facilities

Building Operating Management
8 Ways Data Centers Can Improve Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
7 Benefits of Integrated Project Delivery

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paint That Lasts Through Thick and Thin

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During the Pandemic, Be Proactive About Indoor Air Quality

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3 Current Trends in Campus Planning

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University of Miami FM Helps Save Falling Cat During Football Game

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Addressing Ventilation, Filtration, and Water System Concerns

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Case Study: University Fitness Center Requires Long-Lasting Flooring

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Education Department Gives Schools Guidelines to Upgrade Ventilation

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Researchers Use Campus Dust to Track COVID-19

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Affordable Resilience With Propane Generators

Building Operating Management
How Chicago Public Schools Responded to COVID-19

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Case Study: Modern Rail System Transforms Historic Opera House

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Investigation Unveils 1,100 Fire Safety Violations

Building Operating Management
Water Features Support Shifting Occupant Health and Wellness Demand

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Extreme Heat Exposing Lack of Air Conditioning in Schools

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Hurricane Ida Knocks Out Power to All of New Orleans

Building Operating Management
Kids Back In Schools While COVID Battle Continues

Building Operating Management
Trend in Educational Facilities: Learning Studios Replace Classrooms

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Case Study: College Installs Acoustic Paneling to Minimize Shooting Range Noise

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Campus IAQ Ranks High Among Prospective College Students' Parents

Building Operating Management
4 Effective Air Filtration System Options

Building Operating Management
Proactively Protect Your Office From the Next Pandemic

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Extend Reach, Expand Efficiency

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Delayed by Pandemic, Convention Center Renovation Resumes

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Portable Generators Recalled Due to Finger Amputation and Crushing Hazards

Building Operating Management
3 High-Rise Building Strategies to Improve Resilience

Facility Maintenance Decisions
5 Steps to Upgrade HVAC Filtration

Building Operating Management
How to Prevent Data Center Downtime

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

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Case Study: The Power of Data in Enabling a Carbon Neutral Campus

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IPCC Report Paints Grim Climate Change Picture

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Cameras on Campus: Universities Embrace Surveillance Technology

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Turf Conversion To Benefit Environment and Bottom Line

Building Operating Management
The Great Outdoors: Learning Moves Beyond the Classroom

Building Operating Management
Elevators and Fire Sprinklers: Fire Safety Moves On Up

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New Facilities a Priority for Higher Education Post-Pandemic

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How Parking Owners Can Prepare for Electric Vehicles

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Vaccine Mandates Expand as Delta Variant Takes Hold

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Are Chicago Buildings Sinking Into Lake Michigan?

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Adaptive Reuse Makes Everything Old New Again in Facilities

Building Operating Management
We're Not Done With COVID-19 Just Yet

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Resilience: Are You Ready for the Next Crisis?

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How the Pandemic is Reshaping Real Estate Downtown

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Aging Buildings Creating Dilemma for Wisconsin School District

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Los Angeles County Reinstates Indoor Mask Mandate

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Energy Infrastructure Act Advances, Receives Praise

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States Parks Using Federal Funds for Upgrades

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How to Choose the Most Effective Roof Coating

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Case Study: Floor Mats Reduce Maintenance, Improve Security

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Schools Bearing Brunt of Climate Change’s Impact

Building Operating Management
To Recoat or Reroof: How to Make a Smart Roofing Decision

Building Operating Management
Do You Have Too Much Carbon Dioxide In Your Facility?

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American Indian Tribes Press for Deferred Maintenance Funds

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ASHRAE Releases New User’s Manual for 62.1 Ventilation Standard

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Data Centers’ Use of Water, Electricity Faces Criticism

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

Building Operating Management
Pandemic Temperature Checking Process Boosts Efficiency

Building Operating Management
6 Net Zero Energy Buildings FAQs

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$106 Million Upgrade Brings Women's Facilities On Par with Men's

Building Operating Management
How Building Performance Standards Are Addressing Climate Change

Building Operating Management
How Military Veterans Can Solve the Data Center Talent Shortage

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Needlepoint Bipolar Ionization Devices Subject of Lawsuit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Career and Industry Certifications in Grounds Management

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NFL Team Sees Its Future in Facilities

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Case Study: Radiant HVAC Helps University Meet Ambitious Energy Efficiency Goals

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How to Reduce Embodied Carbon in Facilities

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New Guidance Addresses IAQ in Schools

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University of Wisconsin-Platteville Makes Leap to Solar Power

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3 Small Changes Lead to Big Gains in Climate Fight

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Five Crucial Strategies for Healthier Workplaces

Building Operating Management
3 Common Plumbing Mistakes Likely In Your Building

Building Operating Management
Providing Safe Water to Occupants Requires Vigilance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
3 HVAC Measures To Fight COVID-19

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Biden Administration Announces Accelerated Building Efficiency Efforts

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Paper Offers Advice to Biden Administration on Tackling Climate Change

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Are Your Return to Office Policies Safe?

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Disney World Planning Two New Solar Facilities in Florida

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Case Study: Re-opening Schools By Improving Indoor Air

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Are NFTs Speeding Up Climate Change? 

Building Operating Management
WELL Health-Safety Rating: Linking FM and Wellness, Health, Safety

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Concrete Slab Falls Off Aging Campus Building

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NYC to Require Resilience Score for City-Funded Buildings

Building Operating Management
Steps to Take to Ensure Facility Water Quality

Building Operating Management
Good IAQ Matters: Now and Into a Post-COVID Future

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Commercial Office Vacancy Rates Skyrocket During Pandemic

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LED Lighting Rebates Available For 74 Percent of the U.S.

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Electrical Grid Vulnerable to Cyberthreats: GAO

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Comparing Two Popular Fire-Resistant Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Strategies to Slow Coronavirus Spread

Building Operating Management
Don’t Go With the Flow

Building Operating Management
Certifications and Standards Offer a Roadmap for Building Resilience

Facility Maintenance Decisions
4 Air Quality Technologies Can Mitigate Coronavirus Spread

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Google to Spend $7 Billion on Real Estate in 2021

Building Operating Management
Cafeteria Concepts in Action: A Case Study

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Stunning Visualization Shows Importance of Ventilation in Classrooms

Building Operating Management
Five Lessons in Employee Engagement from Mission Critical Facilities

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Amputation Risk Prompts Snowblower Recall

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Tax Incentives Can Jump Start Energy Efficiency Projects

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VA Seeks Balance Between Mission and Maintenance

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Addressable Fire Alarm Pull Stations Recalled

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University Prepares for Post-Pandemic Student Return

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pandemic Creates Challenges for Boilers, Water Heaters

Building Operating Management
Blast Risk and Mitigation: How to Calculate Your Vulnerability

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Exploding Electrostatic Sprayers Recalled

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Integrate a CMMS with Building Automation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preparing to Repaint: Steps to Take for a Successful Project

Building Operating Management
The Collaborator: How the Facility Manager Network Builds Connections

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pandemic Challenge: How to Select the Right Water Heater for Your Facility

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Did Renewable Energy Cause Texas’s Massive Blackout?

Building Operating Management
How to Overcome "This Is How We've Always Done It"

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximizing Data To Streamline Operations

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FBI Building to Get Renovations as New Building Plans Revived

Building Operating Management
How to Manage Successful Vendor Relationships

Building Operating Management
Why Collaboration is Crucial for Asset Management

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Trump Tower Faces $12 Million Fine for Environmental Violations

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Multi-city Office Portfolio Certifies Viral Response Strategies

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Hotels Eyed for Vaccination Sites

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President Biden's E.O. to Move All Federal Vehicles to Electric

Building Operating Management
5 Reasons Why Now Is the Time for HVAC Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Effective Training is Key to MEWP Success

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Will 2021 Bring a Return to The Office?

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$20 Billion Development Near Chicago’s Soldier Field Faces Hurdles

Building Operating Management
Alternative Refrigerants: What Can Facility Managers Do?

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President Biden Issues Executive Order on Worker Health and Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Rent or Buy? Making a Smart Decision on MEWPs

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Tool Calculates Likely Coronavirus Exposure Rates in Rooms

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White House to Get $500,000 Deep Clean as Part of Presidential Transition

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Greenhouse Gas Emissions Fell as Global Temperature Rose in 2020

Building Operating Management
4 Strategies for Advanced Air Filtration

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Set Goals, Assemble Team for Successful Asset Inventory

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Can Sweat Negatively Impact Building IAQ?

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Biden Administration to Focus on Smart Buildings, Automation

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Coronavirus Mitigation: Is Facility Humidification Effective for Slowing Infection Rates?

Building Operating Management
Elevator and Escalator Innovations Play Role in Pandemic Recovery

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Biden Administration to Focus on Building Efficiency, Clean Energy

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Chinese Building Walks to New Location. Wait, What? 

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How LEED Can Accomplish Both Climate and Resilience Goals

Building Operating Management
Understanding Advanced Filtration in Air Handling Units

Building Operating Management
Considerations for Using Prefabrication in Healthcare Construction

Building Operating Management
Considerations for Retrofitting for Seismic Resilience

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What Role Does HVAC Play in Reducing Coronavirus Risks in Buildings?

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School District Recovering from Cyberattack

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Aerial Work Platforms: Maintenance Strategies That Deliver Reliability and Safety

Building Operating Management
Resilience Rating Systems Give Guidance

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Accessibility Survey Spotlights Wheelchair-Friendly Campuses

Building Operating Management
School District Implements IAQ and Coronavirus Safety Measures for Reopening

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Operations and Maintenance Considerations for Peak Boiler Efficiency

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Impact of COVID-19 On Data Center Facility Staffing

Building Operating Management
Data Centers: No Time for Downtime

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Healthcare Facilities Challenged By Virtual Survey Documentation

Building Operating Management
Specific Steps for Drafting Emergency Operating Procedures

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tool for Maximizing Boiler and Water Heater Efficiency

Building Operating Management
How to Reduce Energy Use in Legacy Data Centers

Building Operating Management
How to Develop Robust Emergency Operating Procedures

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Painting for Savings: Coating Offers Cooling Properties

Facility Maintenance Decisions
3 Key Questions on Mobile Elevating Work Platforms

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water-Use Audits Can Help Managers Focus on Upgrades

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Four Hurdles on the Path to Smart Buildings

Building Operating Management
4 Building Analytics Strategies for COVID-19 Building Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Strategies for Higher Education During the Pandemic

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Super Cool Paint Keeps Surfaces Below Ambient Temperature

Building Operating Management
The Resilience Benefits of Cool Roofing

Building Operating Management
Smart Strategies for Creating Sustainable Outdoor Workspaces

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Wastewater Testing May Provide Indication of Coronavirus

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Chicago Breweries Prepare for COVID Winter with HVAC Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Meet Maintenance Demands with Reduced Budgets

Building Operating Management
A Warming World Needs Cool Roofing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
3 Key Questions Managers Should Answer for Renting Generators

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State Parks Face Maintenance Woes, Growing Use

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keep a Close Eye on Water Management

Building Operating Management
For HVAC Optimization, High-Hanging Fruit Doesn't Have to Mean 'Expensive'

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Good News on Coronavirus in Schools?

Building Operating Management
How to Prepare for a Natural Disaster During a Pandemic

Building Operating Management
3 Crucial Considerations for Developers Before Investing in a Building

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Maintenance Requirements for Roof Coatings Systems

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School IAQ Crisis? ‘Open window is not gonna cut it’

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pandemics, Healthy Buildings, and the Role of Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Inspection and Testing to Ensure Proper Installation

News & Views
University Physical Plant in COVID-19 Spotlight

Building Operating Management
COVID-19 Reopening Risk: Is There Legionella in Your Building's Water?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Automatic, Touchless Doors Can Help Slow the Spread of Coronavirus

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spotlight on Elastomeric Coatings: What You Need to Know

Building Operating Management
4 Ways to Wreck Your Boiler

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Top-Level Protection

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HVAC Problems Delay Opening of NYC Schools

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Higher Education Looks Outside for Alternative Workspaces

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Wastewater Test at University of Arizona Prevents COVID-19 Outbreak

Building Operating Management
How to Realize the Promise of a Smart Building

Building Operating Management
3 Common Critical Cooling Problems

Building Operating Management
5 Steps Buildings Should Take to Prevent Coronavirus Spread

Building Operating Management
5 Areas of UPS Failure to Look Out For

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U.S. Commits Billions to National Park Maintenance

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K-12 Schools Facing Water Quality Concerns

Building Operating Management
FM Perspective: Bringing Your "A" Game to Customer Service

Building Operating Management
4 Common Causes of Generator or Switchgear Downtime

Building Operating Management
Lessons Learned about Occupant Satisfaction During the Pandemic

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training and Certification Requirements for Maintaining Fire Alarm Systems

Building Operating Management
How to Plan HVAC Systems for Long-Term Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Rethinking Restroom Sanitation Practices During the Pandemic

Building Operating Management
3 Strategies to Prevent HVAC from Spreading Airborne Coronavirus

Building Operating Management
6 Tips to Prevent Electrical Switchgear Downtime

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REI Looks to Sell Just-Built Corporate Headquarters

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How Educational Facilities Are Tackling Coronavirus

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Insulation Blanket Saves Hospital 15 Million Pounds of Steam

Building Operating Management
Why FMs Must Be Communicators Par Excellence

Building Operating Management
8 Steps to Reliability During the Pandemic

Building Operating Management
How to Focus on Occupant Experience During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Building Operating Management
Calling It a Career

Building Operating Management
Postal Service FMs Keep on Keeping on During Pandemic

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Heat Detectors Recalled For Failing To Detect Heat

Building Operating Management
Beginning a New Chapter

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Atlanta Coronavirus Field Hospital to Be Reopened

Building Operating Management
Pandemic Recovery Planning: A 10-Step Process

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Health and Safety Must Be Priority for Returning Office Workers

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Is Financial Help Coming for National Parks?

News & Views
San Francisco Facility Will Be Raised 10 Feet to Avoid Rising Sea Levels

Building Operating Management
Technology Drives New Best Practices in Elevator Maintenance

Building Operating Management
School District Juggles Construction Projects During the Pandemic

Building Operating Management
Careful Screening Required to Find Reliable Elevator Service Provider

News & Views
How Hospitals Can Prepare for a New Normal

News & Views
$116 Billion Price Tag To Reopen Schools

Building Operating Management
How Coronavirus is Shifting Strategies for Parking Garages

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mower Specification: Understanding Equipment Options

Facility Maintenance Decisions
MEWPs: Myths, Misconceptions, Misinformation

News & Views
Considerations for Hospital and Healthcare Facility Evacuations

News & Views
COVID-19 Will Complicate Hospital Evacuations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mower Specification: Cost Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding MEWPs Options To Deliver Access, Safety

News & Views
Are High-Rise Elevators COVID-19 Death Traps? 

Building Operating Management
New Approaches to Sustainability Lead to High-Performance Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making the Most of Mowers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
MEWPs Training That Delivers Access and Safety

Building Operating Management
Roof Coatings Come of Age

News & Views
Building Owner Sues Chicago Law Firm for Unpaid Rent

News & Views
CDC Guidelines Target Reopened Office Buildings

News & Views
New Normal for Facilities Starts To Emerge

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

Building Operating Management
How to Manage Critical Data Spaces

Building Operating Management
Don't Overlook These Critical Data Spaces in Your Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tactics for Successful Surface Prep and Paint Applications

Building Operating Management
How Workplace Design Supports Community, Collaboration

News & Views
5 Steps to Prepare Psychologically for Building Reopening

News & Views
How Will Schools Operate Post-Pandemic?

Building Operating Management
Happiness Matters: How the Post-Pandemic Workplace Should Support Occupants

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints: The Bottom Line on Surface Preparation

Building Operating Management
How to Plan Fire Safety and Suppression Systems During Renovations

News & Views
Seat Belt Failure Prompts Utility Vehicle Recall

Building Operating Management
Staffing Shortages May Hinder Data Center Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Avoiding Pitfalls: Successful Technology Selection and Implementation

Building Operating Management
8 Steps to a Successful Emergency Communication System

News & Views
Seat Belt Failure Prompts Utility Vehicle Recall 

News & Views
Hospitals without Walls Waiver Allows ASCs to Provide Hospitals Relief

Building Operating Management
Bridging the Facilities Management / IT Divide

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Gathering Data, Assessing Needs: Successful Technology Selection and Implementation

News & Views
Coronavirus Slows Construction, Delays Notre Dame Restoration

Building Operating Management
How to Match Your Electricity Rate with Facility Usage

Building Operating Management
How to Make the Financial Case for Data Centers

Building Operating Management
A Career Trajectory in Data Center Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wants vs. Needs: Successful Technology Selection and Implementation

News & Views
Backpack Blower Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard

Building Operating Management
Data Center Guru Chris Wade Is Cool Under Pressure

News & Views
Higher Relative Humidity Impairs Respiratory Virus Transmission

News & Views
Laser Printers Can Cause Genetic Changes, Study Finds

Building Operating Management
What Can a Smart Building Platform Do For You?

Building Operating Management
Advanced Analytics Show HVAC Data Patterns

News & Views
Seattle Suburb Builds Coronavirus Hospital on Soccer Field

News & Views
Portable Generator Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

Building Operating Management
Custom Built vs. Marketplace Smart Building Platforms

Building Operating Management
What You Need to Know About Stand-Alone Boiler Controls

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers and Water Heaters: Spotlight on Safety

News & Views
Heat Pumps Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Smart Specification of Boilers and Water Heaters

Building Operating Management
Understand the Benefits and Limitations of Smart Building Platforms

Building Operating Management
Is There an FM Platform for That?

Building Operating Management
Cooling Loads, Human Factors Impact Legacy Data Center Effectiveness

Building Operating Management
Communication, Responsiveness Are Keys for Successful Design Assist Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Monitoring and Maintenance To Increase Boiler Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Has the Mission of Your Organization's Data Center Changed?

Building Operating Management
How to Keep Legacy Data Centers Productive

Building Operating Management
Biophilia in Existing Buildings: Keeping the Momentum

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Three Steps to Boiler Performance and Efficiency

Building Operating Management
In New York City, Tough Rules Target Emissions from Large Buildings

Building Operating Management
How to Get the Most from a Condensate Recovery System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Contractor Considerations

Building Operating Management
NFMT Turns 20 With Its Best Show Yet

News & Views
NYPD Facilities Violate ADA, Judge Rules

News & Views
Huge Chicago Hospital to Be Renovated into a Hotel

News & Views
How Do You Deal With Occupants' DIY Hot/Cold Solutions? 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles Bring Versatility to Grounds Care

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

Building Operating Management
Smart Building Use Case: Data Center

News & Views
Microsoft Pledges to Offset All Its Emissions Since 1975

News & Views
U.S. Shipments of Commercial Gas Storage Water Heaters Down for November 2019

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Utility Vehicles: Understanding Needs and Options

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

News & Views
Hurricanes and Resilience: Report Lays Out Gameplan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Utility Vehicles: Recipe for Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning Paints and Coatings Applications That Deliver Benefits

News & Views
Researchers Discover Smog Munching Building Coating

News & Views
Wisconsin Hospital Tap Water Contaminates Lab Specimens

Building Operating Management
Disruptive Forces Promise to Transform Facilities

News & Views
Mystery Odor Closes Vermont Hospital Operating Rooms Again

News & Views
More Than 1,000 NYC Buildings in Violation of Sprinkler Law

News
Honeywell's Niagara-Based IP Controller

News & Views
Should FMs Hold Their Horses on Adopting 5G?

Building Operating Management
How BIM Improves Healthcare Facility Design and Operations

Building Operating Management
Parking Structure Assessment: How to Do Material Sampling

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Irrigation Issues for Sustainable Grounds

News & Views
California Eyes Fire-Fighting Goats

News & Views
Trump Nominates New Architect of the Capitol

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Power in an Emergency with Generator Rental

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Expanded Opportunities for Higher Education Facility Upgrades

Building Operating Management
How to Plan for Fire Alarm System Replacement

News & Views
Trump Wades Into Water-Conservation Debate

Building Operating Management
Can Energy Models Help Healthcare Facilities Reduce Energy Use?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Grounds: Spotlight on Mulching and Recycling

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lift Rental Expands the Reach of Maintenance

News & Views
Microgrids Showcase Resilience During California Blackouts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding System Specifics To Ensure Successful HVAC Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Securing Funding Remains Constant Challenge for Public School FM

News & Views
NYC Buildings Will Be Required to Display Energy Grade

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies and Tactics for Sustainable Grounds

Building Operating Management
What Is BACnet's Role in the Building Internet of Things?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Equipment Options To Expand the Maintenance Arsenal

News & Views
Landscaping Can Tell Sprinklers to Shut It With Sensors

News & Views
Curiosity is Key to Success in Facilities Management

Building Operating Management
How Does the Building Internet of Things Compare with Current BAS?

News & Views
Historic L.A. Memorial Coliseum Gets $315 Million Renovation

Building Operating Management
How to Tackle 4 Challenges in Planning Smart Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Teamwork for Successful Commercial Office Upgrades

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

News & Views
Many California Classrooms Don’t Have Sufficient Ventilation: Study

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers and Water Heaters: Training Tactics

Building Operating Management
What Can the Building Internet of Things Do for FMs?

News & Views
Legionnaires' Outbreak Tied to State Fair in Texas

News & Views
D.C.'s St. Elizabeths Hospital Gets Clean Water After 28 Days

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UPS and Generator Maintenance: The In-House Option

Building Operating Management
4 Tough Questions to Ask About Renovation Planning

Building Operating Management
What Is the Building Internet of Things?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Commercial Office Upgrades: Timing Matters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofs: Inspection, Conditions and Coatings

Building Operating Management
How to Make the Money Case for Health and Wellness

News & Views
Climate Neutral: New Certification Helps Recognize Net Zero Carbon Companies

Building Operating Management
Public School FM Makes Students His Top Priority

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers and Water Heaters: Maintenance Strategies

News & Views
Mold, PCB Endanger Students in School Facilities

News & Views
Maintenance Woes Plague Building Museum

News & Views
California’s Blackouts Reveal Healthcare’s Fragile Power System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance for UPS and Generators

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Commercial Office Upgrades: Cost Considerations

News & Views
How a Maryland Landfill Became a Solar Farm

News & Views
Heat Pumps Recalled After Catching on Fire

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specification Issues for Roof Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Troubleshooting Boilers and Water Heaters

Building Operating Management
NYC Law Aims to Cut Building Greenhouse Gas Emissions

News & Views
Chameleon Panels Could Help Buildings Manage Light and Heat

News & Views
Bird’s-Eye View: Drone Boosts Irrigation Efficiency

News & Views
California Hospitals Powered by Generators During Power Outages

Building Operating Management
Incentives, Resources for Implementing Water Efficiency and Resilience

News & Views
A Modest Proposal: What If We Air Condition the Outdoors?

News & Views
How Can Buildings Make Healthier, Happier Occupants?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keeping UPS and Generators Prepared

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Commercial Office Building Renovations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Extending Roof Coating Life, Protecting Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers and Water Heaters: Energy-Efficiency Strategies

Building Operating Management
How LEED Guides Users to Water Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Change Agent: Revamping Maintenance for Energy Efficiency, Productivity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Achievement Awards: Shining a Spotlight on Maintenance

News & Views
Boston Goes All In On Carbon Neutrality

News & Views
Recalled UV Water Treatment System Poses Shock Hazard

Building Operating Management
10 Keys to Monitoring-Based Commissioning Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Watch on Plumbing Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Primer Pointers

Building Operating Management
Using CFD Analysis to Prevent HVAC Equipment Oversizing

Building Operating Management
How Water Efficiency Creates Resilient Facilities

News & Views
Smart Buildings At High Risk for Cyber Attacks: Study

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lean Management and the Role of Standardization

News & Views
Worker on Renovation Project Critically Injured in Forklift Accident

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Watch: Identifying HVAC Culprits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Common Substrates for Paints and Coatings

News & Views
Adjustable Height Workstations Recalled

News & Views
Take Charge of EV Infrastructure

Building Operating Management
A New Deal For Buildings

News & Views
New Thriller Uses Elevator Accidents As Gruesome Plot Device

News & Views
Ant Infestation at Georgia Veterans Facility Investigated

Building Operating Management
What Is The Building Owner's Role in Cybersecurity?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Watch: Strategies for Conservation

Building Operating Management
How to Implement New Technologies Into Emergency Communication

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Surface Issues: Matching Paints and Substrates

Building Operating Management
Understanding 3 Common Roofing Problems

Building Operating Management
As Cybercrime Increases, More Resources Arrive to Fight It

Building Operating Management
How Technology is Changing Emergency Communication

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lean Management: The Facilities Impact

News & Views
Higher Education Facilities in the Sustainability Spotlight

News & Views
How Have Buildings Changed Since 9/11?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
4 Issues in Successful Plumbing Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Sensors, Better Communication Tech Mean Better Data for Boilers

Building Operating Management
Understanding Common Cybersecurity Weaknesses in Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing Renovations That Deliver

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Upgrades and Warranty Issues

Building Operating Management
Cybersecurity Must Be a Priority for Building Owners

Building Operating Management
New Tech and Design Trends Shape Healthcare Facilities

News & Views
Pope Francis Gets Stuck in An Elevator For 25 Minutes

News & Views
Platinum in Portland: Moda Center Achieves LEED First

Building Operating Management
Listen Up! How to Improve Occupant Experience

Building Operating Management
How Façade Inspection Leads to Damage Repair

Building Operating Management
Understanding Environment of Care and Life Safety in Ambulatory Surgery Centers

News & Views
Will Deferred Maintenance Doom a City’s Museum?

News
QA Graphics' BAS Vector Symbol Library

News
Monnit Corporation's ALTA Insure

Building Operating Management
Overcoming the Tension Between Data Centers FMs and IT

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Contractor's Role in Roofing Upgrades

News
Honeywell's Enterprise Building Integration, Command and Control Suite and Digital Video Manager

Building Operating Management
Tips for Improving Worker Safety During Data Center Construction

Building Operating Management
FMs Face Critical Compliance Challenges in Accredited Ambulatory Surgery Centers

News
SureFlo Automatic Liquid Soap Dispenser

Building Operating Management
How to Set Your Construction Project Up for Success

Building Operating Management
Bringing More Women Into the Data Center FM Field

Building Operating Management
For Data Centers, Design with Construction Safety in Mind

News
Progressive Materials' High Solids 3201 Silicone Roof Coating (HS-3201)

News
Construction Specialties' 'Acrovyn by Design' Tapestry

News
APV Engineered Coatings' NeverFade Facade Restoration Coatings

News & Views
National Disgrace: Parks Battle Huge Maintenance Backlog

Building Operating Management
Cure for the Cold: 4 Energy-Saving Tips for Buildings in Cold Climates

Building Operating Management
Success in a Male-Dominated Data Center Industry

Building Operating Management
New Safety Concerns Are Reshaping Data Center Construction

News & Views
Engineers Design System to Cool Buildings Without Electricity

News & Views
Airport Embraces True Nature to Save Millions on Water

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Getting The Most Out of Irrigation Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscapes and Integrated Pest Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Environmentally Friendly Practices and Their Impact on Landscapes

Building Operating Management
Steady, Confident Leadership Leads to Data Center Success

News & Views
University Whips Up Resilient Grounds Management Practice

News & Views
Bats in Iowa Hospital Buildings Lead to 'Patient Safety Alert'

News & Views
Elevator Failures at Chicago High-Rise Rattle Passengers

News & Views
State Weighs Massive Maintenance Bond Proposal

News & Views
Lead Contamination Crisis Is Widespread and Little Spoken

Building Operating Management
Mobile Technology Offers Efficiency for FMs

Building Operating Management
Valve Problems, Water Quality Can Affect Fire Sprinkler Functionality

Building Operating Management
Beyond Waterproofing: How to Ensure Long-Term Roof Life

Building Operating Management
The New Age of Utility Energy Efficiency Incentive Programs

Building Operating Management
7 Ways Artificial Intelligence Is the Future of FM

Building Operating Management
How to Design Restrooms for Long-Term Operations

Building Operating Management
Fog and Edge Computing Complement Cloud Storage

News & Views
University System Halts Use of a Pesticide

News & Views
Cool Walls Can Save As Much Energy As Cool Roofs

News & Views
Climate Change: The Impact on Facilities and Communities

News
HMIs Provide Extensive Communication and IIoT Capabilities

Building Operating Management
Understand the BAS's Role in Facilities Management

Building Operating Management
Understanding New Utility Incentive Programs for Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
How Artificial Intelligence is Reshaping Facilities Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cooling Data Centers in a Crisis

News & Views
Climate Change: Buildings Must Lead on Tackling Emissions Reductions

News
Mobile App Connects Water Heaters for Advanced Analytics

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Commissioning Data Center Systems To Achieve Performance Goals

Building Operating Management
It's Time to Catch Up to Climate Change Science

News & Views
Project Budgeting and Maintenance Offer Increased Resources for Middle School

News & Views
University and Fire Department Partnership Offer Training Opportunities

News & Views
Robocalls can disrupt hospital communication systems

News & Views
Cyberattacks Grow as Threat to Facilities, Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preparing For An OSHA Site Visit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Plan and Scope an HVAC Upgrade

News & Views
Despite Owner’s Objections, NYC Building Designated Historical Landmark

News & Views
Utility Energy Program Aids Wisconsin Brewery

News & Views
Two High Rise Elevators Trap Occupants In Inaccessible Shafts

Building Operating Management
Document Control Rooms Speed Incident Response in Data Centers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding OSHA and Mitigating Risks

Building Operating Management
In Healthcare Facilities, New Technology Improves Energy Efficiency and Comfort

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Upgrades Can Lead to Broader Replacement Opportunities

News & Views
Cyber Threats Continue To Be Issue For Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies and Tactics For Successful Data Center Upgrades

Building Operating Management
How to Collaborate with IT in Healthcare Facilities

News & Views
Legionella Causes Patient Death at Ohio Healthcare Facility

News & Views
Indiana University Dorms Infested with Mold Undergo Renovations

News & Views
Earthquake Regulations Could Affect California Hospitals' S&P Ratings

News & Views
Cool Wood Can Shoot Heat Straight Into Space

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vanderbilt University Delivers Successful HVAC Upgrades

Building Operating Management
What’s New in Data Center Design?

Building Operating Management
Budget Busters in Data Center Design and Renovation (and How to Avoid Them)

Building Operating Management
Keeping Data Center Construction on Schedule

News & Views
Legionnaires' Being Investigated at Flint Hospital

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Paints and Coatings For Facility Needs

Building Operating Management
How Creative Engagement is Growing into a National Trend

Building Operating Management
3 Ways to Improve Facility Sustainability, Student Wellness

Facility Maintenance Decisions
5 Steps to Ensuring Plumbing Upgrades Last

Building Operating Management
How Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) Improve HVAC Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
How to Apply Cold-Aisle Monitoring Strategies in Data Centers

News & Views
Study Shows Women More Productive in Warmer Offices

News & Views
Ford Continues with $740 Million Renovation of 105-Year-Old Building

Building Operating Management
Creative Engagement Case Studies Provide Proof of Concept

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings That Address Environmental Issues

News & Views
170-Year-Old Building Undergoes $43 Million Renovation

News & Views
Pixel Technology Could Bring Active Camouflage to Buildings

News & Views
Trump Organization Could Owe Millions in Climate Fines

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Plumbing Products to Minimize Maintenance

Building Operating Management
4 Facilities Strategies to Improve Student Productivity

Building Operating Management
Where to Find Big Data for Improving Occupant Experience

Building Operating Management
Why Cold Aisle Air-Flow Management Works

News & Views
Can Air Conditioners Help Save the World?

News & Views
Higher Ed Rethinking Breastfeeding Spaces

News & Views
New Jersey Building Recognized as LEED Project of The Year

Building Operating Management
7 Steps for Successful Creative Engagement

News & Views
Green Roofs and Their Benefit to IAQ

News & Views
FM Helps Create the School Buildings Kids Need to Succeed

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Advances in Paints and Coatings Have Long-Term Benefits

Building Operating Management
How to Use Big Data to Improve Occupant Experience

Building Operating Management
3 Higher Ed Facility Strategies to Improve Collaboration

News & Views
Detroit Files Lawsuit Over Failing LED Streetlights

News & Views
D.C. City-Wide Plan Addresses Flooding and Other Threats

News & Views
Legionnaires' Found in Multiple California Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Upgrading Plumbing Systems to Improve Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Air-Flow Management Strategies for Data Centers

Building Operating Management
3 Fire Safety Myths: How Will Occupants React?

Building Operating Management
How to Engage Occupants to Create Better Space

Building Operating Management
How LEED v4.1 Addresses Embodied Carbon

News & Views
Green Roofs Help Scrub Ozone Out of Indoor Air

News & Views
College Basketball Arena Enters Final Phase of $72 Million Renovation

Building Operating Management
How Technology is Disrupting Facilities Management

Building Operating Management
Alternative Power Systems: Know the Differences

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Effective Project Management Helps University Reduce Energy Usage

News & Views
Nighttime Building Illumination Lethal for Some Birds

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Conservation and Legionnaires'

Building Operating Management
How To Manage and Remove PCBs from School Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Portable Cooling and Its Impact on Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Manager's Role in Project Management Leads to Successful Renovations

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

News & Views
Healthcare Facilities Lack Emergency Generators as Hurricane Season Approaches

News & Views
New York Law Mandates Reduction of Buildings Carbon Emissions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Legionnaires': Spotlight on Healthcare Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Regular Roof Inspections Can Help Prolong the Life of Roof Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Effective Water Management Plans To Address Legionnaires'

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Using Primers Can Ensure Proper Adhesion of Roof Coatings

News & Views
How Green Buildings Impact The Environment

News & Views
Roof Fall Fatalities Underscore Need for Following Safety Protocols

News
Roof Membrane Targets Fire Resistance

News & Views
Prepare For Elevated Flood Risk Coming This Spring

Building Operating Management
4 Steps to Getting Roofing Installation Right

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Identify Potential Legionnaires' Hazards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Effectively Specifying Roof Coatings Based on Facility Needs

News
Silicon Roof Coatings and Energy Savings

News
Redesigned Pop-Up Floor Boxes Targets Aesthetics

News & Views
Best Practices to Maintain Employee Satisfaction

Building Operating Management
How to Ensure Proper Roofing Documents: 3 Steps

Building Operating Management
4 Steps to Choosing a High Quality Paint

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing Upgrades Help Reduce Water Usage and Costs

News & Views
Implementing Emergency Plans for Active Hurricane Season

News & Views
Gas Line Explosion Kills One, Injures Dozens

News & Views
Creating Dynamic Facilities for the Next Generation of Students

News
Steel Work Cart Improves Equipment Storage

News
Building Automation Platform Targets Improved Efficiency

News & Views
U.S. Airports Raise $30 Billion in Bonds for Renovations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC and Lighting Upgrades Help University Cut Costs

News & Views
5 Methods for Tracking Space Utilization in Offices

News & Views
Cincinnati Reds Museum Gets Renovation, HVAC Upgrades

Building Operating Management
How to Understand the Real Cost of Paint

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Reported Legionnaires' Cases on The Rise

News & Views
Campground of The Future Heads to Facility Roofs

News & Views
Legionella Causes Showers to Shut Off at Brooklyn Hospital

News & Views
Green New Deal Aims To Reduce Energy Use and Costs

Building Operating Management
BACnet/SC Aims to Improve Cybersecurity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Matching Concrete Coatings to Facility Needs

Building Operating Management
Measure, Test, Commission: Keys to High-Performance HVAC

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Concrete Coatings: Effective Application for Long-Term Performance

News & Views
Schools’ HVAC Renovation Aims for Savings, Comfort

News & Views
Free Renewable Energy Analysis Tool Now More Robust

News & Views
NFMT: Editor's Picks for Sessions

Building Operating Management
Smart Buildings and Facilities Management: 3 Applications

News & Views
NCAA Arena Renovation Faces Financial Challenges

Building Operating Management
Hybrid HVAC Systems Offer Big Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Benefits and Impacts of a Facility Renewal Program

News & Views
Princeton Library Renovates and Modernizes

News & Views
How Artificial Intelligence Will Combat Climate Change

Building Operating Management
High-Performance HVAC: Why Maintenance is Critical

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Looking for Concrete Trouble Spots

Building Operating Management
Understanding New Leak Detection Technology

News & Views
Energy Storage in U.S. Booming; More Still Needed

News & Views
Construction Mistakes Cost Milwaukee Zoo $250,000

News & Views
ADA: Accessibility in National Parks

Building Operating Management
What is the Real Cost of Flooring?

Building Operating Management
Best Practices for Achieving High-Performance HVAC Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximizing CMMS To Meet Evolving Needs

News & Views
New LEED Pilot Credit Rewards DC Power in Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Effectively Implementing a Facility Renewal Program

Building Operating Management
Edge Rooms and Data Center Closets: 9 FAQs

News & Views
Yale Students Win Gender-Neutral Restroom Battle

News & Views
Floodwaters Cover California Community

News & Views
Energy Star Leads to Lower Vacancy Rates: Study

News & Views
Milwaukee Brewers Renovate Spring Training Home

News & Views
Death Leads to OSHA Safety Notices

Building Operating Management
How To Develop a DIY Energy Information Systems

Building Operating Management
Four Steps To a Water Management Plan

Building Operating Management
Keys To Edge Computing Success

Building Operating Management
Data Drives Monitoring-Based Commissioning Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University Taps into Facility Data To Improve Maintenance

News & Views
DOE Targets Recycling of Lithium-Ion Batteries

News & Views
Elevator Service, Injuries at Center of Hospital Dispute

News & Views
Summerfest Concert Venue Undergoes Renovation

Building Operating Management
Energy Information Systems: Identify KPIs, Prioritize Actions

News & Views
Renovation To Close MoMA for Four Months

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How To Select the Correct Roofing Consultant

Building Operating Management
Facility Infrastructure Implications for Edge Computing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing: Fine Tuning the Specification Process

News & Views
Airport Completing $12 Million Renovation

News & Views
Illinois Tops List of LEED States

News & Views
Rats Plague LA City Hall

Building Operating Management
Energy Information Systems Provide Data Deep Dive

Building Operating Management
Monitoring-Based Commissioning Brings Operational Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Collegial Atmosphere Leads To FM Success at Rockefeller

Building Operating Management
Building Operating Management Leadership Sessions at NFMT

Building Operating Management
Water Management Plan Goes Beyond Legionella

Building Operating Management
Edge Computing 101: What Facilities Managers Need To Know

Building Operating Management
Warehouse Innovations May Bring Tax Credits

Building Operating Management
How Energy Information Systems Bring Energy Savings

News & Views
Campus Mass Notification System Fails

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spotlight on Irrigation Training

Building Operating Management
On Facilities Leadership: Leading By Example

Building Operating Management
4 Myths Increase Risk of BAS Hack

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying the Proper Roofing System

Building Operating Management
Understanding FM Training and Education Options

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making the Most of Irrigation Technology

Building Operating Management
Managing People, Managing Conflicts: Key FM Skills

News & Views
MLB Stadium Renovations Target Fan Experience

News & Views
Legionnaires' Cases at Healthcare Facility

News & Views
How Not To Perform an Active-Shooter Drill

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dealing with Project Details

Building Operating Management
Rising Demand Creates New Facility Priorities for Film Studios

Building Operating Management
FMs Report Changes in Operating Budgets

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Roofing Projects Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Insights on Irrigation

Building Operating Management
Communication, Management Skills Are Invaluable for FMs

News & Views
U.S. Carbon Emissions Rose in 2018

News & Views
Solar Spotlight: Airport Taps Alternative Energy

Building Operating Management
How To Improve the Energy Efficiency of a VRF System

Building Operating Management
Technology Aids Emergency Preparedness Plans

News & Views
Campuses Raise Maintenance Funding

News & Views
Patient Death Might Be Tied to Power Outage

News & Views
Facilities Technology: Classrooms as Laboratories

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning for Maintenance Project Success

Building Operating Management
Survey Shows Changes to Facility Budgets, Staffing Levels

Building Operating Management
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UPS Energy Storage Option 2: Lithium-Ion Batteries

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Lighting in the Spotlight

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Two Types of Liquid Cooling: Conductive and Immersive

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Communication Critical To Carbon Inventorying

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New Technology Accommodates Changing Workplace Needs

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Facilities Dictionary: Hot Desking

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A Look at Possible Future Mass Notification Capabilities

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Boilers: An Energy-Saving Option for Heating Water?

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Domestic Hot Water System: Choose Wisely

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Advances in Technology Drive Domestic Hot Water Choices

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Effective Fire Sprinkler Inspection: What You Need To Know

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Third-Party Generator Ownership: What You Need To Know

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Facilities Management and the Art of Persuasion

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Metering Resources for Facility Managers

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Specific Strategies to Right-Size Real Estate

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Paint Overspray Mars Buildings, Vehicles

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University Replaces Roof on Historic Hall

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Roofing Myths Busted: Installation

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Contracting a Demand Response Provider To Help

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Data Centers: Microsoft’s Underwater Project

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Keeping a Facility Running During Renovation

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Cooling Crisis: Study Ties AC in Schools to Student Performance

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Understanding the LEED Rating System

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Paints and Coatings: Successful Specification

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Buildings That Think? University Hopes So

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Mayo Clinic Uses Bottled Water After Tap Water Turns Black

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Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Automated Demand-Response: How Common Is It?

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Take Our Benchmarking Survey: Data Center Facility Operating Costs

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Weighing Pneumatics vs. Direct Digital Controls in Existing Buildings

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Two Case Studies: Evaluating Pneumatics vs. Direct Digital Controls

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People, Purpose, Principles: How Workplace Design Responds To Corporate Culture

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In Data Centers, Practice Time Can Prevent Downtime

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Building Operating Management
Choosing the Right Fire Sprinkler Option

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Elevation Increases Risk Appetite in Facility Occupants

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PEER: A New Rating System For Power System Performance

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How To Learn From In-House Data Center Experts

Building Operating Management
Best Practices For Incorporating Universal Design

Building Operating Management
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Why Control Systems Are Vulnerable To Cyber Attacks

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Buildings May Interact Directly With Occupants in Future

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Tech Companies Set The Pace For Office Design

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UPS: Ensuring Efficient Operation

Building Operating Management
Technology Improvements Lead To Better Paints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Building Operating Management
Remote Monitoring Centers Aim to Turn Building Performance Data into Action

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Updates To ANSI Standards Impact Lift Specification

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UPS: Maximizing Performance Life

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Electric Vehicles: Should Facility Managers Invest In High-Speed Charging?

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Project Documentation Spec Critical to Useful Content

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Technology Spurs Growth in Zero Energy Buildings

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Alarm Fatigue: FDD Failure At Cleveland Fertility Clinic Has Devastating Results

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Developments in Paint Technology Lead to Better Scruff Resistance, Heat Reflectance

Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
Why Office Design Should Reflect Corporate Culture

Building Operating Management
Partnerships With Designers, Utilities Critical For HVAC Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Stay the Energy Conservation Course

Building Operating Management
Are You At Risk For Losing Your Energy Star Certification?

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Iowa Family Died From Water Heater Gas Leak

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Effectively Treat Water in Open and Closed Cooling Systems

Building Operating Management
FMs Must Address Legionella As Part of Proper Water Treatment

Building Operating Management
How Proper Water Treatment Is Really A Public Health Protection

Building Operating Management
7 Steps To Effective Water Treatment

Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
How To Prevent Common Water Treatment Problems

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Power Outage Plagues Healthcare Facility

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Data Drives Inventory Management Systems

Building Operating Management
Overcoming Obstacles To Effective Inventory Management

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Facebook Data Center To Be Powered Entirely By Renewable Energy

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City Grid Increases Urban Heat Island Effect

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Huge Growth in Net-Zero Energy Buildings

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Credentials Hold Value for Facility Manager, Employer

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NRDC: Heat Pumps Can Improve Energy Efficiency

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Hospital Plumbing Serves as Reservoir for Drug-resistant Bacteria

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Hurricane Maria: Shortage of Supplies Complicated Recovery

Building Operating Management
The New Way Forward with LEED v4.1

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Water Woes: Challenges Loom for Western U.S.

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Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Durability, Flexibility in the Spotlight

Building Operating Management
10 Most Common Building Construction Phase Mistakes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Determine Emergency Heating Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Building-Wide Heating Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Heating: Buying vs. Renting

Building Operating Management
Finding Skilled Facility Management Professionals

Building Operating Management
3 Benefits of Lithium-Ion Batteries For UPS

Building Operating Management
Lithium-Ion Batteries Offer Less Preventive Maintenance, Built-in Monitoring

Building Operating Management
Financial Company Saves Space, Cash With Lithium-Ion Batteries

Building Operating Management
Lithium-Ion Batteries Offer Solid Return on Investment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New-Generation CMMS Options and Opportunities

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Disaster Preparedness: A Dollar in Time Saves Six Down the Line

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VOCs Lead To Air Pollution Study Says

Building Operating Management
Thoughtful Approach Required For Buildings To Be Both Fire Safe And Sustainable

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LEED v4.1 Almost Ready To Roll

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How To Control Humidity Cost-Effectively

Building Operating Management
How To Control Air Infiltration and Condensation

Building Operating Management
FM Survey Offers Insight on Facility Budgets, Staffing

Building Operating Management
Facility Operating Budget Benchmarks for Office, Education, Other Buildings

Building Operating Management
Survey: Facility Capital Budget Changes for Nine Types of Buildings

Building Operating Management
FM Department Staffing Levels for Office, Education, Other Building Types

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Flint Water Switch Led to Legionnaires’ Cases

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing Renovations That Enhance Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Routine Plumbing Maintenance Can Improve Functionality, Efficiency

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New Assessment Tool Helps Evaluate Fire Risk in High-Rise

Building Operating Management
3 Restroom Complaints and How to Prevent Them

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers: Repair or Replace?

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Lamps in UV Disinfection Systems Need Attention

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tips to Better Understanding Your Audiences

Building Operating Management
How To Lower Electricity Rates

Building Operating Management
How Special Rates, Deregulation Can Save FMs On Utilities Costs

Building Operating Management
What's Next For Enterprise Data Centers?

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RECALL: Water Fountains Pose Shock Hazard

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Burst Pipe Causes Flooding on College Campus

Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
Integrated Design, Commissioning Aid Turnover from Building Construction to Operations

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Asbestos Alert: Schools Face Hazmat Crises

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Recent HVAC Fails Highlight Importance of Preventive Maintenance

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Company Offers Real-Time Data Center Monitoring

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Florida Facilities Could Rapidly Benefit From Batteries

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Is A Legacy Data Center Worth Upgrading?

Building Operating Management
Tips For Doing a Data Center Upgrade

Building Operating Management
5 Questions To Ask When Considering Upgrading a Legacy Data Center

Building Operating Management
7x24 Exchange Develops STEM Initiative

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BIM: Facilities on Hold for Standard

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How To Optimize a BAS To Improve Efficiency

Building Operating Management
BAS Optimization Combines Human Expertise, Automation

Building Operating Management
10 Ways BAS Optimization Improves Performance, Efficiency

Building Operating Management
With Data Centers, Mixed Picture on Energy Efficiency Best Practices

Building Operating Management
Survey: What Energy Efficiency Measures Are New and Existing Data Centers Using?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Heaters: Savvy Specification Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Heaters: Understanding Building Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Heaters: Post-Installation Protections

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IAQ Issues Flare Up Schools

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Top 10 Smart Building IoT Trends in 2018

Building Operating Management
How To Do Roof Evaluations For Long-Term Roof Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers: Cost Considerations of Owning vs. Leasing

News & Views
New Illinois Laws Support Student Hygiene and Lactation Rights

Building Operating Management
Are Air Source Heat Pumps Worth A Closer Look?

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

Building Operating Management
How To Achieve High Efficiency With Air Source Heat Pumps

Building Operating Management
ProFM: New Credential Gets Facility Managers Ready For The Future

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JFK Airport Flooded Due to Water Main Break

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Real Estate Investment Company Hires New Managing Director

Building Operating Management
At Universities, Changing Learning Means Changing Space Needs

Building Operating Management
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Heavy Snow Accumulation Causes Roof Collapse

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Company Joins Fight Against Climate Change

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Snow Kidding: Major Storm Tests Area’s Preparation

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RECALL: Solar-Powered Charging Stations Can Pose Impact Hazard

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Marina Pursues Net-Zero Energy After Hurricane Maria

Building Operating Management
How To Hold Steady in a Fast-Paced FM World

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BIM Use Can Reduce Construction Costs

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Education Campaign Spotlights Pavement Coatings

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BOMA, NAIOP, IREM Create College Program for Young Real Estate Talent

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Technology Gains Boost Boiler Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
New Thinking In Boiler Design Leads to Better, More Efficient Systems

Building Operating Management
Domestic Hot Water: Higher Efficiency Systems Available

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Renovations Begin on Historic Film Museum

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Energy Storage: Workshop Explores Impact on U.S. Resilience

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Training Program Targets Building Operations

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Smart Building Technology on a Smaller Scale

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2018 Facility Management Salary Survey Now Available

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CBRE Among Fortune’s Best Places To Work

Building Operating Management
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Design Dampens Hospital Infections: Studies

Building Operating Management
Make Up For a Smaller Staff By Leveraging Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Curtailing Facility Water Usage Can Aid Sustainability Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Implementing Water Saving Strategies

Building Operating Management
New Technology, Cloud-Based BAS Lead To Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
7 Ways To Finance Energy Efficiency Projects

Building Operating Management
How Green Building Certification Has Helped FMs Save Energy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS Specification: Understanding New Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS Specification: Determing Department Software Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS Specification: Evaluating Vendors' Capability to Meet Facility Needs

Building Operating Management
Energy Star Tenant Space: Recognizing and Aiding Energy Efficiency

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ADA: Facilities Continue Upgrades for Accessibility

Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
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New Constructruction Projects Have Colleges Borrowing Billions

Building Operating Management
Advances in Technology Bring Innovations in Metal Buildings, Roofs

Building Operating Management
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Miami-Dade County Parks and Recreation Receives Green Leadership City Award

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Sprinkler Pipe Fails, Floods Phoenix Library

Building Operating Management
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Building Certification Groups Make It Easier for FMs to Apply for Both

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Historic Simpson Tower In Toronto Restored by Cintec North America

Facility Maintenance Decisions
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Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Scheduling Matters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Contractor Considerations

Building Operating Management
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Facebook to Invest $1 Billion to Build Data Center and Solar Facilities

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Building Operating Management
Data, Trust Building High-Performance Facilities Teams

Building Operating Management
High-Performance Facilities Team Improves Occupant Experience Company-Wide

Building Operating Management
Slip-Resistant Coatings: Basics for Facility Managers

Building Operating Management
Selecting Corrosion-resistant and Anti-graffiti Coatings

Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
Dry-erase Coatings and Chalkboard Coatings: Lessons for FMs

News & Views
Global Weirding: Wreaking Havoc On FM

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Lawmakers Search for Ways to Reduce the Number of VA Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Upgrading the Status of Health Care Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Working Around Project Delays in Health Care Renovations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keeping Critical Components Active During Health Care Renovations

Building Operating Management
TRUE Zero Waste Certification: Re-thinking Resource Life Cycle

Building Operating Management
Sustainability from Building To Community: On Regenerative Design

Building Operating Management
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Hurricane Nate Takes Out Power to 60K in Southeast

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Giving Electrical Equipment a Long, Healthy Life

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Specifying Lifts According to Facility Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology Advances Improve Lift Safety

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Understanding Job Tasks for Better Lift Specification

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Lift Specification: Buy, Rent or Lease?

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Lighting Retrofit Focuses On Daylight, Energy Efficiency

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Water Watch: Finding Lost Water

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Climate Change, Resilience, and Positive Feedback Loops

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Court Strikes Down EPA Phaseout of HFCs; New Hearing Sought

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Critical Facilities Summit Sessions Provide Emergency Preparedness Education

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Renovation Spotlight: One University’s Projects

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Baltimore School Evacuates Over IAQ Concerns

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Goodway Launches Free Online Calculator to Gauge Cost of Chiller Fouling

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10 Steps To Advanced Water Efficiency

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INFOGRAPHIC: HVAC's Impact on Water Use

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Alliance for Water Stewardship Standard Can Aid Water Efficiency Efforts

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NTT Security: Cyber Attacks Occurring More Frequently and with Greater Sophistication

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Hospital Generators Can't Keep Up in Puerto Rico After Maria

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thyssenkrupp Elevator Opens Germany's Highest Viewing Platform

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Building Operating Costs Increase slightly in 2016

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Arc and LEED: Benchmarking Green Performance

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Power Tool Productivity: Battery Performance

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Power Tool Productivity: Tracking and Monitoring

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Power Tool Productivity: Eye on Ergonomics

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EMCOR Facilities Services Supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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Demand for Colocation Data Centers Continues to Grow

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Green on Top: New Standard for Vegetative Roofs

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3 Steps To Net Zero Energy Operations

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Vertiv Issues U.S. Colocation Usage Report About End-User Behaviors

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How To Get Utility Rebates for Energy Efficiency In New Construction

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New Data Center Energy Certification Takes Center State At Critical Facilities Summit

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Is Now The Time To Invest In New Technology?

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Energy Use in Healthcare Facilities

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Siemens: Two New Technology Hubs will Support Digitalization of Built Environment

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4 Questions To Ask Before Buying a New BAS

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Schedule and Performance Analysis: Keys To Weighing HVAC Upgrades

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SMS Assist Wins Lighthouse Award at 18th Annual ITA CityLIGHTS Awards

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A Third of American Offices are Not Fit for Purpose

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Schneider Electric and LightEdge Bring Hybrid Colo Data Centers to New Markets

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8 Technology Developments Reshaping High-Performance Building Exteriors

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Rinnai to Begin Manufacturing Tankless Water Heater

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Five Smart Building Features Transforming Today's Workplace

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Uptime Institute Announces TIER-Ready Program for Data Centers

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IAQ: Clearing the Air on Healthier Facilities

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How to Find Funding for Energy Efficiency

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University of Penn Reopens Renovated Midcentury Landmark Hill College House

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Microchips in Employees? What Will FMs Be Managing Next?

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Is Water The New Energy?

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Roof Coatings: Best practices for Protection and Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Spotlight on The RCMA

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How To Use New Technology To Benchmark Water Use

Building Operating Management
Location, Building Type Impact Water Use

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National Water Use Benchmarks Provide Key Insight For Efficiency Efforts

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Impact of Hurricane Harvey On Houston Commercial Real Estate Market

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Sika Sarnafil Joins NRCA's One Voice Initiative

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Roofing: University Finds Opportunity in Vegetative Roofs

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Roofing: Managing Vegetative Roofs After Installation

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Roofing: Maximizing Benefits of Vegetative Roofs

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Howard University Redevelops Campus Properties for $50 Million

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Action Floor Systems Achieves Highest Level of EPD Certification

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How Lessons From Sandy Can Apply to Harvey

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5 Ways Technology Can Help Cut Energy Costs

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Tackling Acoustical Issues in Broadcast and Recording Facilities

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The Biggest Misconception About Backup Power

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Cyber Attacks Occurring More Frequently and with Greater Sophistication

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Good News, Bad News on PUE

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Arizona State University Invests in the Internet of Things

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Taking Workplace Lighting and Control to the Next Level

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Snow & Ice: Looking Ahead to Winter

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Snow & Ice: Equipment Issues

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Snow & Ice: Management Resources

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Expert on Power for Life-Safety to Address Critical Facilities Summit

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DesignGroup: Renovation Hilliard Branch Library Triples Interior Space

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Xfinity on Campus Surpasses 100-School-Milestone

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Rivion: New Firm with Deep Background Helps Improve Building Performance

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ECS Global delivers Smart Building Platform to Regent Medical Properties

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ASHRAE Issues 1,000th BACnet Vendor ID

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The Risk of Arc Flash: How to Design for a Safer Workplace

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MEA Renews Energy Efficiency Grant for Data Centers

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Data Centers For The Hyperscale Cloud

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Colocation Providers Announce Hyperscale Offerings

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SureView Systems Partners with Tyco Security Products

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DesignGroup Renovates Historic Moseley Hall At Bowling Green State University As STEM Education And Research Center

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Keep Your Building Cool in Summer with a Cool Roof

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Understanding Your Building Internet of Things Options

Building Operating Management
INFOGRAPHIC: Elements of a Building Internet of Things Platform

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Developer of Building AI raises Total of $11 million in Series A

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Congress Signals Support for EPA WaterSense Program

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Natural Gas Efficiency Has Shown Impressive Advances, The Future Looks Promising

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Recall: Water Dispenser Can Overheat, Catch on Fire

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CBRE: U.S. Commercial Real Estate Continues to Grow

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What Workplaces Can Learn From College Campuses

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5 Steps To Apply College Lessons To Office Space

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How Much Data Is Too Much?

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How To Team Up With IT To Manage Data Centers, Critical Environments

Building Operating Management
Building Out Critical Environments: Faced-Paced and Fun

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NVIDIA's New Facility: High-Tech FM

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10 Steps to Prepare Elevators for Hazardous Weather

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PointGrab and Mapiq Partner to Provide Smart Building Tools

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New Energy Label for Pumps Available

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Vehicle Attacks Among Several New Security Threats

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Huttig Building Products: TierPoint to Provide Colocation and Data Center Migration Services

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Data Centers: FM-IT Partnership Worth Millions to Healthcare Organization

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Tips for Beating the Summer Heat

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Facility Manager Action Item: Climate Change

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How To Plan Cost and Timeline for a Successful Flooring Installation

Building Operating Management
Code Compliance Check Prevents Construction Cost Overruns

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How To Prioritize and Measure Resilience

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Smart Window Benefit? Energy Savings, Reduced Glare

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Renovation Planning: How to Avoid Security, Fire Safety, and Other Code Issues

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Small-scale Photovoltaic Generation Growing, Dwarfed by Utility-Scale Solar

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BuildingDNA Secures Partnership with Jacobs Engineering

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National Grid Offers Free Professional Energy Network

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Sustainable Door Openings Protect People, Places and the Planet

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Water and Energy Efficiency Are Key Resilience Strategies

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USGBC Perspective: Understanding Credit Options in LEED v4 O+M

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Security Robots Make Debut at BOMA 2017

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Maintenance: In With the Old, Out With the New

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Uptime Survey: Enterprise Data Centers Carry Two-Thirds of IT Workload

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Uptime Institute Awards Its 1,000th Certification

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Grand Central on The Fast Track to Sustainability

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Fire Alarm System Gateways Recalled for Failure to Activate

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MGM Resorts International Earns 4 Green Globes Certifications for 26 Properties

Building Operating Management
New Thinking In Restroom Designs Keeps Office Tenants Happy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Backup Power, Generator Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Backup Power, UPS Modules

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Backup Power, Effective Testing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
SIDEBAR: Backup Basics-Testing, Testing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lift Safety: Assessing The Jobsite

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lift Safety: Specifying The Proper Aerial Work Platform

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lift Safety: Training and Certification

Building Operating Management
How Focused Data Use Analysis Leads To Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
SIDEBAR: Online Resources To Help Analyze, Format Energy Data

Building Operating Management
How To Get The Most Use Out of Energy Data

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New LA City Ordinance Designed to Reduce Energy and Water Consumption

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Laser Scanning: Technology Gains Open Door to Wider Use

Building Operating Management
VIDEO: Craig Sheehy on LEED: Building Operations and Maintenance

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SIDEBAR: Water Efficiency Measures at Project Legacy

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ASHRAE Responds to U.S. Paris Accord Announcement

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Roofing: School District Replaces Aging Systems

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Roofing: Weather Causes Concerns in Systems Replacement

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Industry Outlook From Current FM Student

Building Operating Management
Young Facility Professionals Strive For Credentials, Continuing Education

Building Operating Management
For Young FMs, Opportunities, Challenges Abound

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Uptime Survey: Enterprise Data Centers Carry Two-Thirds of IT Workload

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How to Get Young People Interested in Facilities Management

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SIDEBAR: Retrofit Rebates

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ARC: Create FM Database to Capture Knowledge of Retiring Facility Staff

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Office Building Redesign in Prestigious Boston Area

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Water Conservation: Assessing Facility Water Waste

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Conservation: Product Advances Help Lower Water Usage and Utility Costs

Building Operating Management
To Procure Green Labs, Start With Product Selection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Concrete Maintenance: Sidewalks and Drive Aprons

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Concrete Maintenance: Parking Garages

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Concrete Maintenance: Building Envelopes

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SIDEBAR: Concrete Maintenance Matters

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Energy Conservation & Supply, Inc. Rebrands to ECS Global

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Data Center FMs Have Role When Organization Looks to Cloud or Colo

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Panduit Joins SDVoE Alliance

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Two Innovations Poised to Have Big Impact on Facilities

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Legrand: Expands Data Center Capabilities by Acquiring AFCO Systems

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Acuity Introduces Atrius Brand for Its IoT Business Solutions

Building Operating Management
Data Management Software Aggregates, Trends BAS Information

Building Operating Management
Low-Tech Solutions Still Offer Data Analytics Successes

Building Operating Management
Big Data Success Still Requires Human Expertise

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Announcing The OSCRE Center for Innovation and Leadership

Building Operating Management
SIDEBAR: Wire Management Strategies for a Productive Office Space

Building Operating Management
Active Energy Management Gives FMs a Leg-Up on Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Training, Hands-On Experience Critical for FMs as Competencies Shift

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Women in Data Centers: Advice for Developing a Career

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How The Indoor Environment Affects Wellness and Health of Occupants

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5 Design Considerations in Medical Office

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Schneider Electric: Helps DartPoints Bring Edge Data Centers to New Markets

Building Operating Management
How To Leverage Existing Infrastructure For Data Center Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Determining The Condition of a Roof

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What Type of Roof Coating is Best

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Properly Maintaining a Roof After Coating Application

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

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boosting Boiler and Water Heater Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Increasing Boiler Efficency by Using Proper Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Seasonal Schedules and Climate Play a Factor in Boiler Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
SIDEBAR: Energy-Efficiency Resources

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Product Focus: Boilers and Water Heaters

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KAI Design & Build Receives Construction Industry Best Practice Awards from SLCCC

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Indect Brings Advanced Parking Guidance Technology To Houston

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UPI: Launches New Website

Building Operating Management
Advanced Lighting Controls Help FMs Reap Rewards of Automated Demand Response

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Bade Roofing: Roof Coating Systems Offer Multiple Benefits

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Open Standards Coming to Access Control Products

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Samford University Enlists Johnson Controls For Infrastructure Upgrades

News & Views
Removing Barricades to Life Safety

Building Operating Management
SIDEBAR: Innovative System Allows Florida Facility To Capture Rainwater

Building Operating Management
3 Ways to Boost Building Envelope Performance

Building Operating Management
3 More Ways to Boost Building Envelope Performance

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Ascent: Platform Aligns with Tuangru’s Agentless DCIM Tool

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Connexx Energy: Participates in US Department of Commerce International Trade Administration Smart Technologies Mission

Building Operating Management
How Existing Buildings Are Moving Toward Net Zero Energy

Building Operating Management
Use Technology, Personal Workspaces To Encourage Productivity

Building Operating Management
Allow New Workspaces To Evolve Gradually

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

Building Operating Management
More Water Shortages Mean FMs Must Focus on Water Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Cities Face Water Shortages, But FMs Have Savings Options

Building Operating Management
How Leaks Quickly Squander Water Efficiency Efforts

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers Must Take Responsibility for Water Quality

Building Operating Management
INFOGRAPHIC: How Facilities Use Water

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Parallel Technologies Completes Cologix MIN3 Data Center Expansion

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Nebb Releases First ANS-Approved Standard

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Tridium: Analytics Making Gains in Building Automation

News
Nlyte Expands Hosting Service

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Glow-in-the-Dark Bike Path Improves University Cyclists' Safety

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Siemens: Innovation Is Driving Digitalization

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ASTM: Guide Predicts Performance and Lifespan of Building Sealants

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WaterSense and ENERGY STAR Team Up for Water Wednesday Webinars

News
JM Electrical and New England Trane Complete Control System Project at Ashburnham Westminster Regional School District

News
Leaders gather in Tucson to discuss water challenges and opportunities at University of Arizona’s WEST Center

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Switch Datacenters’ New Data Hall is Suitable for Open Rack Systems based on OCP Principles

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ESD Establishes Intelligent Building Group

News
Trane and Telkonet Collaborate to Introduce a VRF Wireless Solution that Improves Energy Efficiency

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Overcoming Obstacles To Smart Buildings

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Edge Devices Are Spurring IoT Transformation of Buildings

News
RCMA Presents Industry Awards, Names Two New Board of Directors at 2017 Annual Meeting

News
Schneider Electric, Microsoft Unveil Universal Rack Power Distribution Solution

News & Views
BACnet Institute Offers Online Knowledge for FMs

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Coatings by PPG add brilliance to new Centre Vidéotron in Quebec City

Building Operating Management
Security Risk Assessment Appropriate For All Buildings, But Vital For Large, High-Risk Facilities

Building Operating Management
Make Utility Incentives Part of the Energy Upgrades Planning Process

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Product Category Rule for Roof Coatings in North America Available

Building Operating Management
In Higher Education, Changing Styles of Learning Require Rethinking Traditional Facilities

Building Operating Management
Relationships Between Higher Education, Community Critical As Life-Long Learning Blurs Boundaries

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Maintaining Hospital Air Isolation Rooms

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Southern California Deploys Batteries to Meet Peak Demand

Building Operating Management
USGBC Perspective: USGBC Works Toward Seamless Integration of Rating Systems

Building Operating Management
Practical Considerations for Using BIM for FM

Building Operating Management
Establish Uniform Naming Conventions to Best Use BIM for FM

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Tallahassee Community College teams with Siemens to implement major campus infrastructure improvements

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Otis Offers Enhanced Performance & Design in Advance of Modernization Projects

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Riello UPS Opens North American Headquarters

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KONE Wins Order for Largest High-Rise Development in Dallas

Building Operating Management
Excelling at Managing Data Leads to FMXcellence Honors for Two FMs

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USA Insulation Expands Into Toledo, Ohio to Better Service High Demand for Innovative Foam Insulation

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AMETEK Acquires Rauland-Borg Corporation

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Gateway Mechanical Systems Uses ProntoForms for Cost and Time Savings

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Roof Coatings: Three Myths

News
Rinnai Highlights New Tankless Rack Systems at 2017 AHR Expo

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Heating: Strategies for Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Heating: System Assessments Crucial

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Heating: Response Plan Strategies

Building Operating Management
Data Center As A Service (DCaaS), Colocation Offer Data Center Flexibility, Expandability

Building Operating Management
Tips for FMs Who Run Colocation and DCaaS Data Centers

Building Operating Management
QTS Chicago: Colocation Data Center Features Low Latency, High Reliablility, and Redundant Infrastructures

Building Operating Management
A Brief History Of Colocation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning Painting Projects That Perform

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Facilities Dictate Planning for Painting Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preparation Key for Successful Paint Applicaitons

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Johnson Controls: Analytics Can Unlock Value in Building Data

News
Lonmark International Awards “Best of Year” Winners for 2016

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SmartPlug Instant Hot Water Control from Taco Named 2017 AHR Expo Innovation Award Product of the Year

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Breaking Down USGBC’s Top 10 LEED States List

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Acuity Brands Taps Cochrane Supply to Expand Footprint in IoT Building Controls and Automation Services

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Occupant Health and Wellness: Q&A with Eleni Reed, Chief Greening Officer of GSA’s Public Buildings Service

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Recall: Playground Slide Can Amputate Fingers

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Smart Government Buildings: Q&A With GSA’s Director of Facilities Technology, Peter Pierpont

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GSA Commits to Historical Renovation, the Green Proving Ground, and Dedication to Occupant Wellness

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ServiceChannel Helps Wolverine Worldwide Empower Its Stores with Transparent and Efficient Facilities Management

News
Introducing the Inaugural Medical Capital Innovation Competition

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Attachments Add to Versatility of Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Popular Attachment Options for Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Questions to Consider When Assessing Utility Vehicle Needs

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Hospitality Group Discovers Trifecta of Synergistic Communication Solutions and Paves the Way for Other Industries

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Edgetech Instruments, Inc. Has Been Accredited to the ISO/IEC 17025:2005 Standard, the Most Important Standard for Global Reference Laboratories

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NEMA Publishes Comprehensive Catalog of Electrical Standards: 2017 ESPG

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User’s Manual for 2016 IAQ Standard Published by ASHRAE

News
AWH Partners, LLC Announces Timothy Osiecki as President of AWH Development

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Needs for Education Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Matching Lighting Needs with Commercial Applications

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Construction Completed at 400|450 Concar

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Redbird Capital Partners, Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan and Management Announce Investment in Compass Datacenters

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Winter Warning: 10 Tips to Prepare Facilities for Cold, Snow

Building Operating Management
Software Tools Help Forecast HVAC Operating Costs

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Data Centers: Energy Efficiency and Maintenance

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2016 Versions of ASHRAE Refrigerant Standards Published

Building Operating Management
Form and Function: Opportunities To Improve BAS Usability

Building Operating Management
3 Steps To Make The Most of a BAS

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Albuquerque Public Schools Saves Two Million Dollars Over the Past Five Years with Preventive Maintenance Led by Dude Solutions’ SchoolDude

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Switch Datacenters Deploys In-House Developed, Patented Data Center Cooling System with Calculated pPUE of 1,04

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Greener Campuses: Universities Address Water Shortages

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Motivation, Productivity and the Role of Leaders in Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Leadership: Delegating Authority Leads to Happier Employees

Building Operating Management
Reducing Data Center Energy Use Means Focusing on PUE, Air Flow, LEED

Building Operating Management
Data Centers Get More Sophisticated About Air Flow, Higher Temperatures

Building Operating Management
Renewable Energy Gaining Ground In Data Centers

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

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Kemper System Now Covers ‘Building Envelope’

Building Operating Management
Smart Buildings, Building Internet of Things Offer Operational Savings, But IT Partnership Is Crucial

News & Views
Water Watch: Next-Level Conservation Tactics

Facility Focus
From Navy to Plant Operations at Health Care Facility

News
Ottawa’s State-of-the-Art Transit System to use 54 New Otis Elevators

News
Three Quarters of IT Applications Cannot Tolerate a Typical Unplanned Downtime Incident, According to New Research from Stratus Technologies

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Vertiv Identifies Data Center Infrastructure Trends for 2017

News
Structured Real Estate Partners with Eco3d to Complete Adaptive Reuse Project - Meetinghouse at 3080

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Intel Forecasts Smart Building Trends for 2017

News & Views
Report: Most Organizations not Prepared for Cyberattacks

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hospital Plant Operations Manager: 'Teaching Most Rewarding Part of the Job'

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CBRE Group, Inc. Acquires Skye Group

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Technology Improvements Require More Project Planning

News
UTC Climate, Controls & Security Announces Agreement to Acquire EcoEnergy

News & Views
Rural Telecom Central Offices Could Become Edge Data Centers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Roundtable: Utility Incentives Help Reduce Energy Costs

Building Operating Management
Survey Says? There Were More Resources For FMs in 2016

News & Views
Bomb Threats Rise Dramatically at Education Facilities

News
EnOcean Alliance and IBM Join Forces to Standardize Intelligent Building Solutions for the Internet of Things

News & Views
IAQ Issues Driving Out Courthouse Workers

News
New CDP Water 'A-List' Includes Two U.S. Companies

News
Bosch Thermotechnology Corp.’s New Greentherm 9900i SER Condensing Tankless Water Heater Gets CES 2017 Innovation Award

Building Operating Management
3 High-Performance Energy Efficiency Strategies To Reduce Energy Permanently

Building Operating Management
Reducing Stack Effect, Replacing Boilers With Ductless Heat Pumps

Building Operating Management
Detailed, Thoughtful Integration of Security Systems Yields More Secure Facilities

Building Operating Management
Practical Tips For Implementing Security Integration

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WaterFurnace Presents USO of Indiana with Check for a Record $38,000

News
Danfoss Launches Mobile Training Unit for CO₂ Applications

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Johnson Controls and Hall of Fame Village to Create First-Ever Sports and Entertainment 'Smart City'

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Overcoming Obstacles To Smart Buildings

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ADA Aware: Not Complying Can Mean Trouble

Building Operating Management
Technology Changes and Younger Workforce Mean Mobile Options Are a Must

Building Operating Management
Performance-Based Approach, Flexibility Highlight Big Changes to LEED v4

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Schneider Electric Launches Next Generation of EcoStruxure, the Architecture and Platform for End-to-End IoT-Enabled Solutions at Scale

News
Siemens and Vigilent Target Data Center Energy Efficiency with Thermal Optimization Solution

News
Totem Unveils Design for the Future of Smart Power

News
Legrand Launches Eliot IOT Program to Advance Connectivity and Intelligence in the Built Environment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: 7 Myths to Consider About Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training Tips for Operating Aerial Work Platforms

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lifts Manufacturers Adapt Designs to Match Facilities' Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
SIDEBAR: Lift Safety and Connection to Data

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Software Links Data Center Operations to Facilities Management

News & Views
Maintenance Strategies for Irrigation Systems

News
Fairhair Alliance and the ZigBee Alliance Sign Liaison Agreement to Help Create Smarter Commercial Buildings

News
Siemens and Bentley Systems Advance Strategic Alliance Including Joint Investment Initiatives

News
Commercial Real Estate Performance Hinges More on Economy than Politics

News
Emma Capital Announces its 19th U.S. Multi-Family Property Acquisition

Building Operating Management
With All the Exciting Building IoT Technology, Where Do FMs Start?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fleet Management: The GPS-Productivity Link

News
Firestone Building Products Announces Expansion of Global Manufacturing Capabilities

News
Commercial Real Estate Sectors Look Strong Heading into 2017

News
JM Electrical Completes Automation System Installation at Northeastern University’s Interdisciplinary Science & Engineering Complex

News
InsideIQ Building Automation Alliance Member Integrates Intelligent BAS For University of Wisconsin Research Hub

News
Waterstones Transforms Facilities Management through ServiceChannel Software

News
Using Performance Data Could Help Unlock Billions of Dollars of Savings in U.S. Apartment Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
BIM, Data and Smarter Maintenance Approach

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Reaching New Heights for Worker Safety

Building Operating Management
Change Agent: Albert Manshum Transforms Advocate Health Care's Facilities

Building Operating Management
Standardization of FM Operations Brings Efficiencies

Building Operating Management
Modular Prefabricated Components Speed Construction, Cut Waste

Building Operating Management
Energy Storage Case Study 1: Walmart Uses Energy Storage with Solar PVs

News & Views
Water Woes: Conservation in Western U.S. Falters

News
Alternative Energy Powers IDEC Facility in Silicon Valley

Building Operating Management
Considerations For Adding Backup Power To An Existing Data Center

Building Operating Management
Understand The Legal Issues of Adding Data Center Backup Power

Building Operating Management
Bring in IT Early and Often When Commissioning New Power Reliability Equipment

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

News
NEMA Releases Standard that Tests Audio Quality in Emergency Call Systems

News
PointGrab’s Sensing Solution for Smart Buildings Boosted by $7M Strategic Investment from Philips Lighting and ABB

News
Online Thermal Comfort Compliance Tool Included in New ASHRAE User’s Manual

News
Emerson Announces National Distribution Agreement

News
JLL Taps Proterra to Deliver America’s First Fully Electric Commercial Bus Fleet

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Going Beyond VOCs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Selection Specifics for Paints and Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
SIDEBAR: PaintCare Provides Convenient Disposal Option

Building Operating Management
Why You Should Embrace BIM For Facility Management

Building Operating Management
Why BIM Is Valuable For LIfe-Cycle Considerations

News
Thyssenkrupp Taps Microsoft HoloLens Technology to Transform Elevator Service

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability: Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience, Jupiter, Fla.

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability: Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak Ridge, Tenn.

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renovations and Retrofits: University of La Verne, La Verne, Calif.

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renovations and Retrofits: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Financial Management: Westerville (Ohio) School District

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Financial Management: Kettering (Ohio) School District

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personnel Management: Orange County, Orlando, Fla.

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personnel Management: Johnson and Wales University, Providence, R.I.

Building Operating Management
New Features and Technology Can Make Any Old BAS New Again

Building Operating Management
Rapidly Growing Number of High-Tech Products Can Generate, Report, and Analyze Facility Data

News
Schneider Electric’s New Connected Services Help Facility Leaders Maximize Building Performance

News & Views
Data Centers: New Standard Targets Energy, Maintenance

News & Views
Baby Changing Areas in Public Restrooms Required by Law

News
Otis Gen2 Elevator Sales Hit Half Million

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Saving Strategies for Plumbing and Restrooms

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Efficient Lighting Systems Key to Restroom Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Finding Plumbing and Restroom Products that Perform

News
How Urgent Care and Retail Healthcare Centers Drive Success with Service Automation

News & Views
Lake Mead Shows Long-Term Effects of Drought on Western States

News
Legrand Releases LEED Product Guide to Help Architects, Designers and Building Owners Reach Certification Goals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
U.S. Coast Guard Goes Green With Vegetative Roof

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Roof Key Component to Coast Guard's Sustainability Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Challenges, Benefits Associated With Vegetative Roofs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tall Safety Task: Protecting Workers from Falls

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CASE STUDY: Green Grand Slam — Stadium's Parking Structure Sports Multi-Functional Roof

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CASE STUDY: Vegetated Roof Gives Hospital and Patients a Healing Oasis

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Commitment to Sustainability Drives Desire to Succeed

News
Advanced Polymer Coatings Introduces New Website

News
CEMEP, NEMA Agree on Systems Approach for New Motor Efficiency Standards

News
Intellihot’s Tankless Water Heater Technology Saves Chicago’s 2nd Largest Residential Building 27 Percent on Energy Costs

News
Xylem Applied Water System Test Lab Facilities Approved through Hydraulic Institute’s Pump Test Lab Approval Program

Building Operating Management
Water and Energy Efficiency Technology Allows FM To Do More With Less

News & Views
Music Festival Plans More Renovations

News
SIREAS, LLC breaks new ground in corporate real estate and facilities management consulting by becoming a Vested® Center of Excellence

News
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A Primer on LEDs, Including Lamp Life and Light Output

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Maintenance Challenges with Low-Flow Toilets, Urinals and Faucets

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Facility Managers Must Effectively Manage Contract Transition

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Various Types of Facility Master Plans Serve Different Purposes

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Using Master Plans to Address Funding Challenges in Facilities

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Translating a Facility Master Plan into Individual Projects

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Facility Management Survey: Master Plans

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Managing Outsourcing: Structuring the Contract Transition

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Effective Contract Transition: Handling People Management

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Watch These Steps in Service Contract Transitions

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Evaluating Data Center Rebuilding Decision with Financial Model

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Data Center Energy Efficiency Targets Include Temperature, Humidity Adjustments; Economizers

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LED Issues Include Color Temperature, Light Distribution

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Considering Relative Cost when Evaluating LEDs

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2015 FMD Achievement Awards: Retrofits and Renovations

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Warehouse Cost Segregation Studies Offer Faster Depreciation

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Best Practices In Implementing Energy Optimization Products

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2015 FMD Achievement Awards: Financial Management

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Managing Outsourcing: the Pre-Contract Stage, the Facility Manager’s Role

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Find the Roof Coating Best Suited to a Facility

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Roof Coatings Have Varying Characteristics

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Key Questions FMs Should Ask with Coating Project

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2015 FMD Achievement Awards: Personnel Management

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For Facility Managers, Internet of Things Changes the Game

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IoT Facility Applications Engage Issues Like Resilience, Staffing, Analytics

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PNC Tower Uses Cutting Edge Building Systems but Runs on the Basics

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Cleveland Clinic Happily Takes IoT Connectivity to Extremes

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Data Plays Important Role at U.S. Institute of Peace Building

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2015 FMD Achievement Awards: Sustainability

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Building IoT Builds on Systems, Tools, Already in Use

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With IoT, IP Addressable Components Are Key to Data Extraction

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Dave Lubach: Training and Retaining Employees Leads to Department Success

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Dan Hounsell: Advisory Board Members Offer Support, Suggest Direction

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IoT Is Next Step for Facilities, but Understanding and Trust Must Catch Up

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Benefits to Facility Managers of IoT Capability, Sensors

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How Building IoT Offers Accountability to Occupants

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Making Facilities Ready to Optimize IoT for Tenants

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Universities Save Switching from Steam to Hot Water

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Big Future Predicted for IoT, but a Simple Definition Is Elusive

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Value of Internet of Things to Green Buildings

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IoT Lighting Controls Taking the Lead in Efficient, Green Applications

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Complexity of Commercial Buildings a Challenge to IoT Applications

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Aerial Work Platforms: Making Safety a Top Priority

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OSHA: Falls Top List of Aerial Work Platform Incidents

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Manufacturers of Aerial Work Platforms Emphasize Safety

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Budget, Installation Weather Are Additional Issues with Roof Coatings

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FMs Report 2016 Facility Department Staffing Plans

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Green Standards Guide Purchasing for Facility Managers

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Mobile CMMS Delivers Benefits for Facility Maintenance Managers on the Move

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Software, Hardware Options Expand Mobile CMMS Opportunities

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Moving to Mobile CMMS can Present Challenges

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Going Mobile With CMMS Offers Many Benefits

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How Internet of Things Is Automating Demand Response Programs

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How Automated Demand Response (ADR) Works in Power Utilization

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How OpenADR Standard Aims to Help with Automated Demand Response

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System Integration Offers Benefits for Green Buildings

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Daylight Harvesting Gains from System Integration

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Data Center Upgrade Spotlights In-House Expertise

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Operating Budgets: Survey of 2016 Facility Plans

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Tips on Making the Case for Maintenance Investments

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Making the Case for Equipment Requests

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‘Penny-Wise and Pound-Foolish&lrquo;: What Corporation Learned in Using Risk Assessment

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Organization Hurt by Poorly Maintained Technology, Untrained Staff

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Security Measures Must be Designed for the Specific Problems

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Healthcare Restrooms Experiment with New Designs, Approaches, Materials

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Universal Design Restrooms Avoid Tripping Hazard, Bacteria Seam

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Location of Patient Restrooms Has Pros and Cons

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University of Texas Offers Mowing Sustainability Challenges

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Propane, Organic Soils Among University of Texas Sustainability Priorities

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University of Texas Looks to Sustainable Future

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Being Strategic About Career Development

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How to Pick a Winner in Energy Optimization

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Survey: 2016 Facility Capital Budget Plans

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Education Facility Security Vital, But At What Cost?

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Change Management's Perception of Maintenance

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Converting Vision of Maintenance Plan into Reality

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Maintenance Staffs Incur ‘Back to School’ Costs Too

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Painting Project Cost Considerations

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Interior Painting Project Considerations

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Exterior Painting Project Considerations

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Product Information

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Dan Hounsell: Communication With IT Department Critical to Success

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Finding and Fixing Energy Problems in HVAC Systems

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Humidity Control Vital to Keeping HVAC Costs Low

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Poor Training Leads to Increased HVAC System Waste

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Successful Water Conservation Involves Many Critical Factors

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Strategies to Maximize Water Savings Opportunities

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Public Relations Plays Role in Water Conservation

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Using and Managing Energy Monitoring Data

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Keeping Track of Power Tools a Challenge for Maintenance Departments

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Managing Technicians and Their Tool Needs

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Manual Tracking System Helps Manage Power Tool Distribution

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Determining When to Repair or Replace Power Tools

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Front-end Interface Is Critical With BAS Upgrades

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Wireless Considerations for BAS Upgrades

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Dave Lubach: FMDAA Recipients Stand Out in a Crowd

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Regulations and codes constantly evolve. Consultants offer strategies on how to keep up

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Understanding the Revolution in Energy Storage

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Considerations Beyond ROI in Energy Optimization

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Data Center Expansion Meets Growing Need

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Maintenance Team Takes Charge of Data Center

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Importance of Good Roof Asset Management

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Public-Private Investment Proposed to Help National Park Service Out of Deferred Maintenance Hole

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Getting Good Roof Design and Installation

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Role of Inspections, Repairs in Roof Asset Management

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Energy Storage Applications

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Pairing Solar Power with Energy Storage

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Quick Response to Energy Waste, Quick ROI Among Benefits

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Bringing Energy Understanding to Occupants, Tenants

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Ten Key Steps to Resilience Planning for Buildings

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Evaluating the Existing Elevator System

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Design Standards and Objectives in Critical-Facility Siting

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Video: Best Practices Discussed by 2015 FMXcellence Award Winners

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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

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Get the Facts First When Selecting for Energy Optimization

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Dan Hounsell: Bridging the Gap on Maintenance Misconceptions

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Using Interior Strategies To Boost Productivity, Sustainability Initiatives

Building Operating Management
Understanding UPS Offline Design Trend, Redundancy Options

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Product Information

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Managing the Acoustics of Open, High-Performance Workplaces

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Climate Change Drives Need For Resilient Facilities

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How Mass Notification Systems Are Used and Their Various Forms

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS and Material Management: Partners in Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Involve Inventory Management Team in CMMS Process

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Parts and Equipment Warranty Information Belongs in CMMS

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

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Utility Incentives Can Help Cover Cost Of Energy Efficiency Projects

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Utility Technical Advice Helps Denver School Solve Hot/Cold Problem

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Allowing for Varying Employee Ages, Preferences in Workplace Style

Building Operating Management
Managing Sustainable Design for the Long Term in Workplace Interiors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
No 'Easy' Button for Managers When Gathering, Analyzing Data

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Turning Data Concepts Into Practice Often Challenging

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With BAS Upgrades, Pay Attention to Infrastructure, Openness

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New UPS Options with Compact Designs, Batteries, Cooling Requirements

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Understanding UPS: Generators, Load Tests, Commissioning, Circuit Breakers

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5 Criteria to Guide Purchase of UPS

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How Chiller Plant Optimization Improves Building Performance

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

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Solving Acoustics With Design, Location, Planning

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

Building Operating Management
NFPA 72, Risk Analysis Also Important with Mass Notification Systems

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Tips on Mass Notification ‘Designers,’ Limitations, and Testing

Building Operating Management
Kobar Tower Attack Prompted Development of Mass Notification Systems

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Combining Fire/Life Safety, Emergency Communication Systems for Mass Notification

Building Operating Management
Net-Zero-Energy Buildings Are Headed Mainstream

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Facility Maintenance Achievement Awards Recipients Announced

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High-Performance HVAC Design as Seen in Chicago High Rise

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Obtaining Primary Data to Help Support Energy Projects

Building Operating Management
Measuring, Verifying, and Reporting Energy Project Results

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BAS Retrocommissioning Is Essential To Maximizing System Potential

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Three Areas to Consider for Greater Resilience

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Other Building Resilience Issues Include Backup Power, Roofs, Preventive Maintenance

Building Operating Management
Understanding Building Resilience in Area-Wide Context, Planning for the Unexpected

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Smart Budgeting, Good Communication Keep College Renovations Moving Smoothly

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Technology and the Art of Finding the Right KPIs

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With BAS Upgrades, People Are More Important than Technology

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University of Utah Adapts Landscape to Climate Conditions

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Managing Scheduling Concerns During College Renovation

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

Building Operating Management
High-Performance Issues Link Building Resilience and Sustainability

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
Water Efficiency Is New Focus in High Performance

Building Operating Management
Supporting Business Continuity Through Building Resilience

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Renewable Energy to Power Next Facebook Data Center

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Biggest Change in Energy Markets Is Natural Gas Pricing

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Understanding PUC Regulation as a Factor in Utility Rates

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2 Ways Building Energy Performance Deteriorates

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Most Significant Change of IBC Pertaining to Commercial Interiors

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Elevator Modernization and Overview of Destination-Based Systems

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Identifying Levels of Support, Measuring Productivity Loss Help Determine ‘Acceptable Downtime’

Building Operating Management
In Study of Critical Operations, Gap Analysis Examines Operating Time of Redundant Systems

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3 Steps Identify Critical Facilities' Downtime Risks

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Important Issues in Selecting Critical Facilities Sites

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Using Detailed Site Analysis to Locate Critical Facilities

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Pros and Cons of Retrofitting Elevators for Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roundtable: Managers Discuss Water Conservation Strategies

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Understanding Whether a ‘Critical Operation’ is Really Critical

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Michael Cowley Column: Prevent Failures by Learning From Them

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Maintenance Plan for Doors And Hardware Ensures Performance

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Survey: Managers Tackle Growing Regulatory Compliance Challenges

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Tips on Modernizing High Containment Labs

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Healthcare Leases: Termination Rights

Building Operating Management
Transition From BAS to BIoT Is Underway

Building Operating Management
To Supervise Property Managers, Crucial Asset Managers Need Communication, Delegation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New-Generation Roof Coatings Offer Many Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Product Needs for Roof Coating Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Common Roof Coating Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spotlight on Roof Coating Manufacturers Association

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Understanding the Big Shifts in Power Pricing

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Break Bad Habits To Improve Building Automation System Performance

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To Get Benefits Of BAS, Overcome Resistance To Change

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Drain-Cleaning to Extend Life of Plumbing and Piping Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning for Drain Cleaning Problems

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To Get The Most Out Of BAS, Don't Skimp On Staffing

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Key Drain Cleaning Equipment to Consider

Facility Maintenance Decisions
California Campus Capitalizes on Versatility of Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Utility Vehicles for Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Impact of Staff on Utility Vehicle Decisions

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Ensuring Proper Installation of Building Automation Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Caesars Palace Upgrades Plumbing and Irrigation Systems to Curtail Water Use

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Caesars Palace Targets Largest Paybacks in Water-Conservation Efforts

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Caesars Palace Reduces Water Use Intensity by Almost 20 Percent

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Making the Right Choice with Energy Optimization Products and Services

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Keys to Changing Maintenance Team's Culture

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Keeping a Sustainable Building Operating Sustainably

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Irrigation System Warning Signs and Potential Solutions

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Green Roofs as Sustainable Design Possibilities

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Taking a Comprehensive Approach To Data Center Fire Safety

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Location, Consultant, Modeling Can Help Customers Prepare for Utility Price Impacts

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Security Audits Build a Baseline of Knowledge

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Dave Lubach: Strive to Seek the Bigger Picture on Big Data

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Making Elevator Modernization Decisions

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Successful Critical Facility Commissioning

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Evaluating Commissioning Agents For Data Centers And Other Critical Facilities

Building Operating Management
Should A Design Engineering Firm Self-Perform Critical Facility Commissioning?

Building Operating Management
Utility Program Helps Fund Retrocommissioning, Upgrades at Santiago Canyon College

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Field Testing an Important Step in Lighting Upgrade Process

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Standards Emerge to Monitor Lighting Industry

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Common Security Vulnerabilities in Facilities

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Tips on Getting Effective Security Audit

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Mobile Technology, Natural Lighting as High-Performance Tools

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Sustainable Construction and High-Performance Workplaces

Building Operating Management
Climate, Lighting, Renewable Energy Also Figure in Net-Zero Calculations

Building Operating Management
Net-Zero Buildings and Geothermal Heating and Cooling

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Successful Strategies for Plumbing Upgrades

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Think Bigger Picture When Planning Plumbing Upgrades

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Lessons Learned From Plumbing Retrofit

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High-Performance HVAC Design Provides Load Variation, Other Benefits

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More on High-Performance HVAC Design

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Selecting Color Temperature in LED Lighting

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Financial Skills Pay Dividends for Maintenance and Engineering Managers

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Hesitations over Smart Technology and the Promise of More Benefits

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Reaping Benefits of Smart-Building Capabilities, Including Digital Credentialing

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Chilled Water And Condenser Loop Control Offer Energy Efficiency Opportunities

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Optimizing Air Handler Operations And Chiller Parasitic Loads

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Smart-Building Tools for High-Performance Buildings

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What Facility Managers Need To Understand About Ice Dams

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Vancouver Facility Boosts Water Efficiency with Onsite Wastewater Treatment, Re-use

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Wastewater Reclamation Gains Ground in Water Efficiency Arena

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Savvy Specification for Grounds Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Should Schedule Time to Test Grounds Equipment Before Purchasing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training, Inspections Important to Long-Term Grounds Equipment Care

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Trend Watch: Mower Efficiency Continues to Improve

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Back-Up Generator Meets Demand for Continuous Availability of Power

Building Operating Management
To Boost Water Efficiency, Learn Existing System, Consider Alternative Sources

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Elevators and Destination Dispatch Technology

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Manufacturer-Provided Fasteners, Anchors Generally Best for Doors, Hardware

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Coatings Considerations For Concrete Surfaces

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Sorting Through the Various Types of Concrete Coatings

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Avoiding Common Problems With Sealers and Coatings for Concrete Applications

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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

Building Operating Management
Networking, Platform, Mentors Can Boost Women in Facility Management

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AC Motors One Way to Cut Elevators’ Energy Use

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Career Tips for Women in Facility Management: Don't Overstay; Build Credentials

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Women in Facility Management: To Grow Careers, Avoid Self-Defeating Attitudes and Take Charge

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Women in Facility Management: Role of Mentors, Sponsors, Gender-Based Assumptions

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Core Values, Communication Also Important in Advancing Women in Facility Management

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Sponsors, Career Strategy Can Help Women in Facility Management

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Methods of Accomplishing System Integration: Old to New

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Ensuring Proper Installation of Building Automation Systems

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Power Reliability Showcase Products

Building Operating Management
Costs and Risks Involved in Generator Purchase

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Portable Cooling Considerations When In a Crunch

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Putting a Plan in Place When Portable Cooling Needed

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Weighing Portable Cooling Options: Temporary or Primary?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Temporary or Portable Cooling Systems Work

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Others Ways for Improving Power Reliability Include ATS, UPS

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Critical Flooring Issues Include Quality, Installation, Maintenance

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

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Another Ice Dam Option: Snow Melt Systems

Building Operating Management
Stopping Ice Dams: Super-Insulated Roofs and Snow Melt Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies for Effective Irrigation Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Best Management Practices for Irrigation Issues

Facility Maintenance Decisions
When Reporting Figures, Pictures Worth a Thousand Words

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Trends Among Underused Elements of Reporting

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Ice Dams: Underlayment and Metal Roofs Can Protect Against Problems

Building Operating Management
BACnet Data Access, Commissioning, Maintenance Are Key Tools

Building Operating Management
How BACnet Protocol Offers Efficiency, Ease of Operations

Building Operating Management
Ventilated Roofs Can Prevent Ice Dams

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings Contractors: A Recipe For Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Potential Problems When Finding a Painting Contractor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Misconceptions Abound About Painting Contractors

Building Operating Management
BACnet Systems Can Trim Total Cost of Ownership

Building Operating Management
Unassigned Private Offices, Workplace Traffic Flow Are Key To Open Office Design

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Handling Emergencies in Multi-Tenant Office Buildings

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What to Look for in Elevator Contractor

Building Operating Management
RGA Headquarters Balances Focus Work With Knowledge-Sharing

Building Operating Management
First Steps For Scoping Out Women's Initiatives

Building Operating Management
Planning, Drills, Communication Can Combat Workplace Violence

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Two Steps Towards Better Lighting

Building Operating Management
Introducing the Apex Award for Energy Optimization

Building Operating Management
Energy Upgrades Overcome Scheduling Challenges, Produce Verified Savings

Building Operating Management
Pilot Programs, Veterans’ Insights Help with Energy Optimization

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New Code Requirement Mandates PV Shut Down Device

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Emergency Evacuation Elevators Require Changed Thinking

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Best Practices for Energy Optimization

Building Operating Management
Focus on Benefits, Product Credibility in Energy Optimization Purchases

Building Operating Management
Training, Technology Upgrades Can Boost Facility’s Efficiency

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Water Watch: County's Projects Deliver Savings

Building Operating Management
Tapping Occupant Behavior a Key Sustainability Strategy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building, Landscape Changes Affect Irrigation System Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Smart Controllers Help Detect Leaks Earlier, Conserve Water

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How An Office Building Converted To Health Care Space

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System Integration: Challenges In Existing Buildings

Building Operating Management
Evaluating Existing Elevator System

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5 Steps to Achieving Maintenance Utopia

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Changing Roles: Maintenance and Facility Security

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Brings Facility Knowledge to Security Teams

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electronic Security Systems Help Maintenance Teams Cover Large Areas

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Post-Installation Considerations for Door Hardware and Security Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
California County Goes Overtime to Keep Plumbing Projects In House

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing Retrofit Project Requires Weekend Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Reducing GPF Drops County Restroom Water Use by 35 Percent

Facility Maintenance Decisions
County Considers Better Preventive Maintenance Plan Following Plumbing Retrofit

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Turf Wars, Staffing Complicate Mass Notification Plans

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Spotlight on Elevator Technician and Safety Standards

Building Operating Management
Healthcare Leases: Anti-Kickback Statute And Stark Law

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How An Office Building Converted To Health Care Space

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Renovated Space Helps Healthcare Organization With Teaming Efforts

Building Operating Management
9 Questions Probe Weaknesses of BSL3 Labs

Building Operating Management
Codes Prescribe for Bio-Safety Design, Agent Transfer

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dave Lubach: Rethinking the Commitment to Regulatory Compliance Issues

Building Operating Management
Federal Publication Is a Primary Reference for Bio-Safety Standards

Building Operating Management
Safety Questions Arise in High-Risk Labs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Unlocking the Door to Successful Door Security Upgrades

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Start Specification Process With Thorough Analysis of Facility Entries

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Product Considerations for Door Hardware Upgrades

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Quality Management Principles Can Help Facility Managers Resolve Complaints

Building Operating Management
To Get Utility Incentives, Reach Out Early In Project Planning

Building Operating Management
Utility’s Advice Aided School’s Energy Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Utility Rebates, Advice Aid Energy Efficiency Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints Applications: Recipe for Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Considerations for Painting Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Completing the Painting Project Puzzle

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System Integration Can Add Functionality In Existing Buildings

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High School Plumbing Retrofit Combats Rising Water Bills

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Solar Panels Add Challenging Dimension to Arizona State Re-Roofing Project

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Specifiers Take Weight Considerations Into Account

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Penetrations Slow Crews During Arizona State Project

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Landscape Service Departments at Michigan State University Streamline Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles and the Road to Successful Specification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Important Utility Vehicle Specification Decisions to Consider

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lessons Learned From Utility Vehicle Specification

Building Operating Management
Other Restroom Decisions Involve Sensors, No-Touch Devices, Lighting, Color

Building Operating Management
Finding Right Restroom Materials Is Key

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Upgraded BAS Sets Stage for Improved Efficiency at University of New Mexico

Building Operating Management
Good Restroom Planning Makes the Most of a Branding Opportunity

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Plumbing Upgrade: Locking Down Savings

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Role of Voice Messages in Mass Notification System

Building Operating Management
Making Retrocommissioning a Priority

Building Operating Management
Tenant Build-out And Operating Expense Lease Provisions Can Pose Problems For Landlords

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How to Know When to Modernize an Elevator

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Training, Post-Failure Procedures Should Inform O&M Manuals

Building Operating Management
Collaborative, Open Office Design Will Be Prototype For Law Firm Ballard Spahr

Building Operating Management
Library Energy Project Replaced Outmoded Systems

Building Operating Management
Centralizing Energy Management in City of Boston Buildings

Building Operating Management
Choosing a Green Cleaning Vendor

Building Operating Management
Todd Isherwood Transforming City of Boston's Energy Strategies

Building Operating Management
Data Center Facility Staff Salary Survey

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Data Center Salary Survey: More Than 10 MW

Building Operating Management
Data Center Salary Survey: 2 To 10 MW

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Data Center Salary Survey: Less Than 2 MW

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Data Center Salary Survey: N After Any Failure

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Data Center Salary Survey: N+1 And Concurrently Maintainable

Building Operating Management
Data Center Salary Survey: N+1

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Data Center Salary Survey: No Redundancy (N)

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Data Center Salary Survey: Market Background

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Improving Indoor Air Quality Can Lead to Improved Productivity

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Resources for Fire Safety in Green Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Western Michigan University Relamping Team Brings Efficiency to Maintenance Department

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Relamping Team Cleans up University's Lighting Clutter

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Success of Lighting Team Leads to Program Expansion

Facility Maintenance Decisions
University Takes Another Step to Improving Lighting Efficiency

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Plumbing Retrofit in Detention Center Captures Savings

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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

Building Operating Management
Dealing with Hot Spots in Data Centers

Building Operating Management
CFD Poses Issues of In-House Training, Software Purchases

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dave Lubach: Environmental Issues Dominate Regulatory Compliance Concerns

Building Operating Management
CFD’s 3-D Detail Can Help Avoid Stranded Capacity

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Seven Tips To Make Building Renovations a Sucess

Building Operating Management
CFD Modeling Can Help Maximize Data Center Capacity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Florida County Uses Maintenance Department as an Environmental Steward

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Small Restroom Retrofit Produces Big Savings in Sheriff's Administration Building

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Innovative Irrigation Project Produces Big Savings at Agricultural Center

Building Operating Management
Design Collaboration Can Make School a Great Teaching Tool

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Energy Information Technology, Staff, Bring HVAC Savings

Building Operating Management
More Ways Facility Managers Can Excel as Educators

Building Operating Management
How School Buildings Can Become Hands-On Teaching Tools

Building Operating Management
Problems in Specs, Performance, Can Hurt HVAC Project

Building Operating Management
Why HVAC Projects Go Well — or Poorly

Building Operating Management
HVAC Projects in Existing Facilities: Strategies to Smooth the Way

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Intelligent Buildings Offer Green, Smart Grid Benefits

Building Operating Management
Additional Strategies to Head Off Problems with HVAC Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
5 Common Aerial Lift Mistakes to Avoid

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specification Strategies for Aerial Work Platforms

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Review Specification Strategies Before Renting or Buying Aerial Lift Equipment

Building Operating Management
Survey Suggests Many BAS Could Be Vulnerable To Hackers

Building Operating Management
BAS Cybersecurity Steps: Firewalls, Isolation, Patches

Building Operating Management
Cybersecurity Measures To Protect The BAS/BMS

Building Operating Management
Why Building Management Systems Are At Risk Of Cyberattack

Building Operating Management
Ebola Scare Underscores Importance of Waste Management, Disposal

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Devote Significant Time to Regulatory Compliance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building Protection Compliance Consumes Most Managers' Time

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Environmental Compliance Climbs the Priority List for Managers

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Tie Capital Decisions To How Building Has Evolved

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Use Three Steps To Build Long-Term Capital Plan

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Energy Data Brings HVAC Savings

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Hackers Pose Threat To Building Automation Systems

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Retrofitting Elevators for Energy Efficiency: Pros and Cons

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Managers Desire Durability When Specifying Power Tools

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How To Reduce Elevators' Energy Use

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Impact of KPIs on Measuring Productivity

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Common Glazing Mistakes

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SIDEBAR: Arc Flash Safety Advice For The Data Center

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The Intersection of Day Cleaning and Green Cleaning

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Do In-Depth Evaluation to Plan Mass Notification System

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Roof Coatings Extend Life of Roof, Components

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Irrigation Systems: Looking for Trouble

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Balancing In-House With Outsourced Facilities Services

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Wireless Best Practices Start With Correct Installation And Commissioning

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Common Data Not Always the Correct Data to Determine KPIs

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After Finding the Right KPIs, Take Advantage of the Information

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Wireless Saves Labor Costs But Raises Security And Reliability Issues

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Empowering Facility Occupants to Respond in Emergencies

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Popularity And Benefits Of Wireless Systems And Sensors Are Growing

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$188 Million Boiler Replacement Project Keeps University of Wisconsin Warm

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Upgrading University of Wisconsin Boilers for Efficiency

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University of Wisconsin Utility Plant Staff Faces Challenges Learning New System

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Wireless Lighting Controls Market by Market

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Classrooms Not Always Great Fit for Wireless Lighting Control Systems

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Healthcare Facility Concerns When Using Wireless Lighting Controls

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HVAC Strategies for the Transition From Fall to Winter

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How To Prepare HVAC Systems For Higher Demand

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Virtual Desktop Infrastructure and Near-Field Communication Offer Advantages For Facility Managers

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Emergency Response And Operations Facilities: Focus Design On Users

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Critical-Equipment-Room Planning In PSAP/Command Centers

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Flat-Panel Display Issues In PSAP/Command Centers

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Target User Needs In Planning Essential Facilities

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Multitude Of Options Available For Mass Notification System

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Low-Flow Urinals, Toilets and Sinks Reduce Domestic Water Use

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Force of Habit Can Impact Effective Building Evacuation

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Lessons in Leadership: Putting People First

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Managers Must Concentrate on Continued Department Improvement

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Michigan Hospital Enhances Sustainability Efforts With Vegetative Roof

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Lessons Learned from Green Roof Process at Michigan Hospital

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System Integration: New Construction And Existing Buildings

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How Disasters Impact Utility Bills: Lessons From Superstorm Sandy

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Three Ways Electric Bills May Be Wrong After A Disaster

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Net-Zero Energy Buildings: Waste Heat Recovery And Renewable Energy

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Historic Preservation Meets Green Design At National Academy Of Science

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Focus On A Coating’s Overall Quality As Well As Specific Features

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Turn Building Occupants Into Allies For Emergency Response

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Tips For Conducting Emergency Evacuation Drills

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Third-Party Green Certifications Still a Critical Part of Product Selection

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Stringent and Science-Based Third-Party Certifications

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Green Certifications Support Green Building Rating Systems

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Advances in Product Standards and Green Certifications

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ADA Compliance: Avoiding Common Problems

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Complying With ADA: Construction And Maintenance Challenges

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

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Weigh Risks And Alternatives Before Increasing Data Center Cooling Capacity

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Managers offer their insights on the benefits of technicians earning certifications and credentials

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Data Center Upgrades for Reliability and Energy Efficiency

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Redundancy Ensures Data Center System Availability if Components Fail

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Adaptability Important to Efficient Data Center Operation

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Controlling Condensation, Temperature Important to Protect Data Centers

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Remote Access Helps Managers' Ability to Control Data Center Systems

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Winterizing The Roof: Best Practices

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Your Roof: What To Do Before Winter

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Snow, Ice, Cold Can Damage Roof Shingles, Membranes

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Achieving Economic Efficiencies At General Motors Facilities

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Toolkit Of Leadership Skills For Facilities Managers

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Survey: 2015 Facility Capital And Operating Budget Plans

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Open Only 6 Years, San Francisco Hotel Finds Major Water Savings

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San Francisco Hotel's LEED Efforts Focus on Reducing Water Use

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Hotel Balances Guest Comfort, Water-Saving Goals

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Chemical-Free Cooling Tower Solution Helps Reduce HVAC System's Water Use

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Taking The First Steps Toward Intelligent Buildings

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Dan Hounsell: Data Dilemma — Who Controls Your Department

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New Operations and Maintenance Credits in LEED v4

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How Energy Benchmarking Ordinances Can Help Facility Managers Save Money

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Understanding Energy Benchmarking Ordinances

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Strategies To Reduce Operating Costs Using Energy Benchmarks

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Energy Benchmarking Is First Step To Savings For Chicago High Rise

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Handling "Frivolous" Complaints Is A Fine Art For Facility Managers

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Benefits Of System Integration In Existing Buildings

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Electric Bills May Rise With New Regulations On Coal-Fired Power Plants

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How Will Electric Utilities Respond To New Rules On Carbon Emissions?

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Electricity-Price Impact Of New Carbon Emission Rules Will Vary

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Look Closely: Will New Regulations Will Affect Your Electric Power Pricing?

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How To Soften Electric Rate Increases From New Rules On Coal Plant Emissions

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Design Challenges For Variable Primary Flow Chilled Water Pumping

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Painting Problems and How To Avoid Them

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VOCs Among Concerns When Specifying Paints and Coatings Products

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Factors to Consider Before Starting a Paints and Coatings Project

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Recycling Best Disposal Method for Paints and Coatings

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Dave Lubach: Stewardship, Facilities, and the Role of Maintenance

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Irrigation System Maintenance Strategies

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Patchwork Repairs Often Result in Increased HVAC Costs

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Boiler Maintenance Key to HVAC Savings

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Questions to Ask a Roof Contractor

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Irrigation Systems: Maintaining for Savings

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Is it Time to Repair or Replace Irrigation System?

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The Rise of Net-Zero Buildings

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Defining the Net Zero Concept

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Establishing a Plan for Net-Zero Buildings

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Roof Coatings: Ensuring Performance and Savings

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Roof Coating Specifications: One Size Does not Fit All

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Application Concerns When Applying Roof Coatings

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Maintenance Matters and Roof Coatings

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Resilient Roof Systems Can Be Designed To Handle Higher Wind Speeds Than Codes Require

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Daylighting, Energy Production Are Among Energy Possibilities Of Resilient Roofs

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Go Beyond Minimum Requirements To Keep A Roof Resilent

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Energy Modeling: What Happens When You Make Bad Assumptions?

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Dave Lubach: Managers Need to Embrace New Ideas and Technology

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Maryland School District Streamlines Lighting Systems for Savings

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Streamlighting Lighting Inventory one Goal of K-12 Retrofit

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In-House Crews, Contractors Split School District Lighting System Projects

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School District Building Engineers Provide Significant Input on Lighting Projects

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Water Conservation: An Audit You'll Like

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Developing, Validating Emergency Operational Procedures Reduces Risk In Critical Facilities

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Develop Site-Specific Emergency Operating Procedures For Critical Facilities

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Training Helps Mitigate Risk During Critical Facilities Failures

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Insurance Company Targets Plumbing, Irrigation and HVAC Systems to Curtail Water Use

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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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Retrofit Projects Bring Financial Hurdles for Insurance Company

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Complaints To Facility Managers May Mask Hidden Issues

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Wireless Options For Building Automation

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Internet of Things Can Enable Smart Facility Environmental Controls

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How Do You Manage Big Data?

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Decommissioned Data Centers: What's Next?

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Third Roof is a Charm for University of Northern Iowa

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University Faces Major Roofing Decision After Storm

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Preventive Maintenance: Shifting a Department's Focus Pays Big Dividends

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Steps to Successful Preventive Maintenance Program

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Maximizing New Technology Boosts Performance, Morale

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Submetering: Gathering Data, Uncovering Savings

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Showcase Products: Mass Notification

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Options Abound For Facility Managers Exploring Mass Notification Systems

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Multiple Layers Help Colleges, Universities Maximize Effectiveness Of Mass Notification

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Voice Messages Are Important Consideration In Mass Notification Planning

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Recruiting Strategies: Finding and Keeping Top Talent

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Where Maintenance Managers Find Qualified Help

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Finding Qualified Candidates Sometimes Presents Major Challenge

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BACnet Data Fuels Success With Analytics

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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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CMMS, Saving and the Rise of Data

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CMMS Helps Analyze Increasing Amount of Data

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How To Hire A Good Roofing Contractor

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Whether Bigger Or Smaller, Roofing Firms Have Advantages, Disadvantages

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Due Diligence Can Help Ensure Roofing Contractor Is The Right Choice

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Ask Potential Roofing Contractors About Training, References

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Facility Managers Have To Know Where To Draw The Line About Complaints

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Wireless Considerations For Building Automation: Interference

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Restroom: Aesthetics Among Retrofit Goals

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Intriguing BAS Innovations FMs Should Have On Their Radar

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Options for Occupant Communications Improve, But Message Clarity is Critical

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Submeters Emerge as Effective Water-Conservation Devices

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Low-Flow Fixtures Offer Simple way to Savings

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Energy-Savings Strategies to Save Water

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Motor Technology and its Role in Energy Savings

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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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Fire Code Changes Informed By Outside Factors

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Fire Code Clarifications NFPA 72

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Temperature Complaints May Not Be Frivolous

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GSA’s Approach To Intelligent Buildings Combines Technology, People

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Dan Hounsell: Less Paper, Big Benefits for Data Collection

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Specifying Floor Coatings for Performance

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Concrete and Masonry Issues with Floor Coatings

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Recommended Coatings for Tile and Wood Flooring

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Construction Considerations when Coating Floors

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Staff Training, Maintenance Schedule Help Keep UPS Running

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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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Utility Incentive, Rebate Programs Can Help Support Green Projects

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Retail, Investment Properties Often Miss Out On Available Utility Incentives

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How To Maximize Your Water Efficiency Efforts

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Electronic Faucets, Aerators Can Help Meet Water Efficiency Goals

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Lower-Flush Fixtures Can Save Water, But Be Aware Of Infrastructure Challenges

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Water Efficiency Requires Occupant Cooperation, Change Of Habits

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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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Three Common Boiler Safety Devices

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Prison Plumbing Retrofit Captures Savings

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University of Richmond Makes Smooth Adjustment to Mobile CMMS

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Security Concerns Loom Large in University's Conversion to Mobile CMMS

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Technicians Play Important Role in CMMS Testing

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University Maximizes Benefits of Mobile CMMS

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System Integration Can Help Meet Green, Energy Efficiency Goals

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Integrated Systems Can Help Maximize Demand Response Savings

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Controlling Water Consumption Is One Benefit Of Integrated Systems

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Systems Integration Can Streamline Energy Management, Facilities Management

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Occupant Engagement, Proper Operation Help Meet Sustainable Operations Goals

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Success Of Sustainability Initiatives Often Hinges On Reaching The Right People

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Engage Facility Staff To Help Ensure Sustainable Operations

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Human Behavior Can Make It Hard To Find Best Way To Encourage Sustainable Behavior

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Solar Industry Continues To Grow, Price Continues To Decrease

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Office Building Renovations Aim To Reposition “Stale” Properties

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Energy Benefits of Green Roofs

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Green Roofs Incentives and Rebates

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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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Water Audit: Create a Fixture Inventory

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With Training, Safety is Always First

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Plumbing Retrofit in California Detention Center Captures Savings

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Restroom Retrofit Cuts Water Use by Half at Detention Center

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Plan For Entire Life Cycle When Developing A New Data Center

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Colocation, Managed Hosting Are Alternatives To Owning A Data Center

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Focus On Data Center Life Cycle Can Help Shape Infrastructure Planning, Maintenance

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Plumbing Retrofits Do More Than Save Water

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Low-Flow Fixtures Impact Water Use Totals

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Sensored Plumbing Products Reduce Restroom Touchpoints

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Aesthetically Pleasing: A Rising Restroom Trend

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Cost, Maintenance Factors to Consider in Plumbing Retrofits

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Key Terms To Know When Choosing Floorcoverings

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Gauge, Twist, Resiliency Are All Key Carpet Terms

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Hard Floorcovering Materials Include Stone, Ceramic and Wood

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Savings from the Grounds Up

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Study Links Ventilation Type to Bacteria Present

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Lesson Learned: When Security Patrols Stopped, Abandoned School Was Quickly Gutted

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Abandoned Schools Offer Opportunity For Reuse

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Pros And Cons Of Green Building Rating Systems

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Certified Energy Manager Credential Is One Option For Energy-Focused Professional Sustainability Certification

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Green Globes, Energy Star, BOMA 360, Living Building Challenge Offer Different Benefits For Different Buildings

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USGBC Perspective: Education @USGBC To Teach Green Building Best Practices

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Managers discuss their successes and challenges when tapping into technology

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Half of Americans Breathe Unhealthy Air

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Closed Schools Create Challenges For Districts

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Closing A School May Seem Like Solving A Problem, But Further Issues Exist

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Showcase Products: Flooring

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Roof Inspections: Preventing Long-Term Trouble

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Before-and-After Photographs Important for Roof Inspections

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Grounds and Equipment Preparation for Winter Often Begins in Summer

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Preparing Turf, Plants and Trees for Cold-Weather Conditions

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Include Crew Preparation in Fall, Winter Planning

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Plumbing Codes, Technologies, And Rating Systems Are Driving Water Efficiency In Restrooms

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Water Codes And Standards Continue To Tighten Water Usage Limits

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Measurement, Benchmarking Of Water Use Can Help Drive Efficiency

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Painting Projects With Sustainability in Mind

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Common Painting Projects Mistakes and Oversights

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Technology Improves Quality of Paints and Coatings Products

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Painting Contractors Provide Valuable Resource to Managers

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Facility Managers Can Educate Tenants To Reduce Complaints

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How Intelligent Buildings Bring Benefits To GSA

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As Google Grows, It's Up To Joe Kava To Ensure Data Centers Keep Pace

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To Keep Up With Demand For Data Centers, Google Focuses On Policies, Procedures

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Custom-built Servers, Onboard Batteries Help Google Meet Its IT Energy Efficiency Goals

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Google Shares Data Center Energy Efficiency Information To Help Push Industry Change

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Customized Training Helps Google Data Center Employees Get Up To Speed

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Five Low-Cost Steps To Reduce Hot Spots In A Data Center

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Problem: Adding Servers Without Concern For Cooling

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Getting Back On Energy Budget After a Rough Winter

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Commission, Test UPS To Ensure Proper Operation

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HVAC Retrofits: Certification for Energy Savings

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AHRI Certification Benefits for HVAC Products

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Quantifying Savings When Specifying HVAC Products

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Spotlight: AHRI Portable Cooling Certification Program

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Is LEED Broken?

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Specifying Aerial Lifts: Rising to the Challenge

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Renting vs. Buying Aerial Work Platforms

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Training, Maintenance Important in Aerial Work Platform Performance

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Basics of Successful Aerial Work Platform Specification

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Demand Side Management Helps Cut Energy Consumption, Costs

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Retrocommissioning Is Often Overlooked Way To Manage Energy Costs

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Energy Master Plan Can Help Manage Costs On Demand Side, Supply Side

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Keep Big Picture In Mind To Ease Challenges Of BAS Upgrades

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Front-End Interface Is Building Block Of Successful BAS Upgrade

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Maintenance, Commissioning Keep BAS Going Strong

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Column: Evolving Strategies and Metrics for Data Center Cooling

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Trouble Spots for Data Center Performance

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Keeping an Eye on Data Center Efficiency

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Preventive Maintenance Helps Keep Elevator Costs Downs, Prevents Premature Modernization

Building Operating Management
Preventive Maintenance For Elevators Must Include Motor, Brakes, Drive

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Destination Dispatch, Closed-Loop Door Systems, Machine-room-less Elevators Are Driving Vertical Transportation Trends

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Dan Hounsell: Stepping Through the Door to Opportunity

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Facility Managers Should Tackle Complaints Head-On

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Saving from Vigilance on Water Conservation

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Pay Close Attention To Emergency Preparedness Plan When Specifying Fire/Life Safety Technology

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Assess Current Technology, Expected Future Needs To Develop Good Fire/Life Safety Technology Plan

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How Healthcare Facilities Can Improve Patient Satisfaction

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New York Presbyterian's FACE Program Is Designed To Upgrade Facilities, Increase Patient Satisfaction

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Coordinate Interior Enhancement Program With Interior Guidelines To Maximize Patient Satisfaction Benefit

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External Aspects Of Healthcare Facilities Play Big Role In First Impression

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Parking Garage Experience Often Sets Patients' First Impression Of Healthcare Facilities

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How Rainwater From Roof Is Captured, Reused By Leon County Sustainable Demonstration Building

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How To Determine How Water Is Used, and How Water Is Being Wasted

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Less Obvious Systems To Consider in Pursuing Water Efficiency

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Net-Zero Water: Is It Realistic?

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Barriers To Water Efficiency

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Preparing a Plan for Painting Projects

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Focus on Life-Cycle Costs for Painting Projects

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Developing a Plan for Paints and Coating Projects

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Meters Offer Greater Opportunities For Energy Efficiency

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Site-Specific Data Center Commissioning Can Avoid Issues

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Airports' Savings Take Off After Plumbing Retrofit

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Grounds Equipment: Versatility Through Attachments

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Product Focus: Matching Aerator Attachments to Turf Areas

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Product Focus: Specifying Spreader Attachments

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Which Energy Audit is Right for Your Facility?

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Examining Energy Audits at Ground Level

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Level II Energy Audit Provides Detailed Building Information

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Focusing Energy Audits on Capital-Intensive Projects

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Management Insight Column: Harnessing the Power of Data

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Management Insight Column: Analyzing Facilities' Energy Use

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Management Insight Column: Rethinking Management Priorities

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What Facility Managers Need To Know Before Beginning Painting Projects

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Potential VOC Levels Are Important Consideration In Paints Selection

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Staples Buying Into LED Lighting

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Column: Taking Time for Testing Products

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Taking A Systems View Of HVAC Upgrades Can Lead To Bigger Benefits

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Refrigerant, Water, Air Leaks Can All Lead To HVAC Problems

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Economizers, Heat Recovery Can Help Reduce Demands On HVAC Systems

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Capitol Records Building Upgrade Solves HVAC Issues

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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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Exercise Standby Generators To Keep Them In Fighting Shape

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Preventive Maintenance Is Critical To Dependable Standby Generators

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Maintenance and Engineering Departments' Role in Emergency Preparation

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Planning Considerations for Facility Recovery

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Understanding the Preparedness Cycle

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What Is An Intelligent Building?

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LED Lighting Provides Maintenance Benefits for Staples

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More LED Lighting Projects on Horizon for Staples

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Consider Whether Design is Still Sensible During Retrocommissioning

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Clearly Defined Objectives Help Make Emergency Preparedness Drills More Effective

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Management Insight Column: Measure key performance indicators that matter

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Submetering Helps Managers Identify Savings Opportunities

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

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LEED-EBOM Focuses On Continuously Improving Performance

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Recoating Could Extend Roof's Life, But Moisture Survey Is Necessary Step

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5 Minutes With Podcast: HVAC Retrofits Save Colorado City $400,000

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How To Prepare Data Centers for Extreme Weather

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Preparing Data Centers for Extreme Cold or Extreme Heat

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ASHRAE Clarifies 62.1 in 2013 Edition

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Appealing FEMA's Proposed Flood Maps

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Proper BAS Installation, Operation Are Keys To Reaching System's Potential

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Operator Training, Adequate Staffing Levels Help Reach Full Potential Of BAS

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To Maximize BAS Benefits, Focus On Overcoming Resistance To Change, Bad Habits

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Energy Modeling: What Happens When You Make Bad Assumptions?

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Relationship-based Educational Design Turns Classrooms Into Instructional Tools

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Focus On Needs Of Students To Design Effective Classroom Spaces

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Color Does Not Have To Be A Challenge In Educational Design

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Common Problems With Data Center Commissioning

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Site-Specific, Customized Data Center Commissioning

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Air-Flow Management, Economizer Use And Understanding PUE Can Help Improve Data Center Efficiency

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How To Ensure High-Performance Buildings Have High-Performance Operations

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BOMI's High Performance Program Can Help Ensure High-Performance Operations

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LEED in Motion Reports Help Support Case For Sustainability

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What Can We Learn From LEEDs Critics?

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Defining Environmental Product Declaration

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Noise Control Principles For HVAC Design

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To Improve HVAC Acoustics, Isolate Mechanical Equipment Vibration

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Plan Re-Coating Schedule to Help Maintain Roof

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Water Conservation: Use Utility Bills to Establish Baseline

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Water Conservation: Identifying Targets

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Repeat as Needed: Maintenance Is Essential

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Tripling Down On The Bottom Line: Facility Management Strategies

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Triple Bottom Line: Facility Managers Are Positioned To Lead Efforts

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Facility Managers Build Bridges To Achieve Sustainability Goals

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Touchless Products Enhance Restroom Comfort, Efficiency

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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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Green Healthcare Interiors: Tips For Specifying Materials

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Organized MRO Storerooms Improve Productivity, Operations

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Standards for Handling MRO Storeroom Parts

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Security and Accountability in MRO Parts Storerooms

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Water Woes: Locating the Sources of Waste

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Restroom Retrofits Generate Savings for Atlanta Airport

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Beginning on the Path To Energy Star Certification

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Energy Star Helps Engage School Staffs, Provides National Recognition

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A Comprehensive Approach To Data Center Fire Safety

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Data Center Fire Suppression Systems: What Facility Managers Should Consider

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Data Center Fire Protection: Containment and Commissioning

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A Closer Look Online Exclusive: The University of Minnesota's Lighting Retrofits

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Lighting Retrofits at University of Minnesota Deliver Energy Savings

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Benefits and Challenges Presented by LED Retrofits

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5 Minutes With Podcast: How University of Alabama at Birmingham Saved Millions of Gallons of Water

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Column: Deferred Maintenance — The Bottom Line

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Consider Demand-Response Impact on Operations Before Participating

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Health Care Facilities Present Demand Response Challenges

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How Vegetative Roofs Extend Service Life

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Sidebar: Irrigation Audit Guidelines

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Operation Considerations With Tankless Systems

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Custom Design For Emergency Communication Systems

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Beyond First Cost: Smart Specification of Paints and Coatings

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Green Standards for Paints and Coatings Perform Important Roles

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Savvy Specification Results in Higher ROI

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What To Know About Hot-Aisle, Cold-Aisle, And Chimney Data Center Containment Strategies

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The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Hot-Aisle, Cold-Aisle Containment Strategies

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How Chimney Containment Can Help Manage Temperatures In Data Centers

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Four Factors To Consider When Developing A Data Center Containment Strategy

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Why Green Schools Are Important For Students and Teachers

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How General Motors maintenance manager identifies, prioritizes hundreds of projects

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How Natural Lighting Affects Lighting Choices

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UC Merced Earns 11th LEED Certification, 2nd Platinum

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US Carbon Emissions Declining

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Roof Coatings Can Protect Environment, Help Maintain Operating And Capital Budgets

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Solvent-based, Water-based Roof Coatings Have Pros And Cons

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Plan Re-Coating Schedule To Help Maintain Roof

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Managers Discuss Personnel Management Challenges and Successes

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New Developments Make Metal Roof And Wall Systems More Versatile Options

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Metal Wall Systems Are Becoming More Acceptable Option

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Metal Roofs Are Natural Partner For Solar Power Systems

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Code Guidelines on Mass Notification Available, Not Required

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How To Select The Right Commercial Flooring Product

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Budget Carefully For Flooring Installation And Maintenance, But Consider More Than Price

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Showcase Products: Flooring

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How To Limit Human Error In Critical Facilities

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Use Economizers To Reduce HVAC Energy Use

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Boilers and Water Heaters: Post-Installation Issues

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Boilers and Water Heaters Go Beyond Basic Information

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Boilers and Water Heaters Require Regular Checkups

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Utility Rebate Programs Can Help Get Energy Efficiency Projects Off The Ground

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Changes To Utility Rebate And Incentive Programs Show Importance Of Good Relationship With Utility

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How Utilities, Customers Can Both Continue To Benefit From Incentive Programs

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Searching for Right Answers When Crisis Management Required

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How Facility Managers Can Integrate Systems In Existing Buildings

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Three Steps To Successfully Integrating Systems In Existing Buildings

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How To Overcome Challenges Of Integrating Systems In Existing Buildings

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Multiple Approaches To Integrating Systems In Existing Buildings

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When a Roof Straddles The Repair/Replace Line

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Restroom Retrofit Saves Atlanta Airport Millions in Water Use

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Record Georgia Drought Triggers Atlanta Airport Restroom Retrofit

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Installation Test Produces Results During Atlanta Airport Restroom Retrofit

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Restroom Retrofit Opens Other Energy Conservation Doors at Atlanta Airport

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LEED v4 Changes Are Focused On Performance

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Managing Building Operations And Improving Energy Efficiency Are Key Components Of LEED v4

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LEED v4 Has Indoor and Outdoor Environment Elements, Simplified Recertification

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Sustainability: Cherokee County (N.C.) School District

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Sustainability: Leon County, Fla.

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Renovations & Retrofits: Mississippi State University

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Renovations & Retrofits: Orlando Health

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

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Financial Management: Stony Brook (N.Y.) University

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Personnel Management: University of Michigan

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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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What LEED Says About Alternative Transportation

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Outsourcing Benefits Require Targeted Application

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How Tougher Energy Efficiency Standards Will Affect Facility Managers

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Tighter Energy Codes Are Applying To Smaller Buildings, Building Systems

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Steps To Take To Be Compliant With ASHRAE 90.1-2010

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What You Need To Know About The ASHRAE 90.1 Standard Process

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Survey: The Effects Of Hurricane Sandy On Critical Facilities

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Data Centers: Surviving Hurricane Sandy

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Innovative Products: Security

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At the University of Alabama, New Laboratories Are Designed For Collaboration

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Most Impactful Changes in LEED v4

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LEED-EBOM's Performance and Establishment Requirements

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Fire Alarm Systems Requirements For Use In Emergency Communications

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LEED In Motion: Where Are the LEED-O+M APs?

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Exploring the Benefits of System Energy Audits

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Diving Into Data Generated from Energy Audits

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Getting the Most out of Energy Audit Results

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Innovative Products: Lighting

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Consistent Elevator Maintenance Is Critical To Uninterrupted Operation

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Specify What Elevator Maintenance Contract Does And Does Not Cover, Consider Safety Codes When Planning Elevator Maintenance

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How To Know When It's Time To Modernize Elevators

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Showcase Products: Elevators

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Shop Bulletin Board Smart Place to Plant Seeds for Management Support

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In Boilers, Retrocommissioning Can Address Energy Inefficiency

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Facility Condition Index, Other Metrics, Improve Asset Management at National Park Service

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National Park Service's Asset Priority Index Helps Guide Maintenance, Operations

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Standardized Current Replacement Value Calculations Make Facility Condition Index More Effective

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Diverse National Park Service Portfolio Complicates Facility And Maintenance Decisions

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Prioritization System Helps National Park Service Manage Assets, Maintenance and Operations

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Who's on Your Sustainability Team?

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FM Pulse: Despite Challenges, Job Satisfaction Stays High For Facilities Managers

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Tighter Budgets, Increased Connectivity Lead To Longer Hours For Facility Managers

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FM Pulse: Staff Reductions Affect Not Just Facilities Management, But Also Internal, External Support Systems

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Stress Reduction, Morale Boosts Are Areas Of Focus For Facilities Managers

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FM Pulse: Developing Coping Strategies Helps Facilities Managers Handle Stress Of New Demands

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FM Salaries and Job Satisfaction: Survey Results

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FM Career Opportunities, Concerns: Survey Results

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2014 Facility Budget and Staffing Plans: Survey Results

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Big Data: Rethinking Your Dashboard

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Dashboards For Energy Data Are Gaining Wider Use

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Laurie Gilmer Column: Building an Arsenal of Troubleshooting Technology

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Data Loggers, Temperature Guns Make Building Troubleshooting Easier

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Data Loggers, Temperature Guns Often Find Easy Fixes

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How NFPA 72 Defines Mass Notification

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NFPA 72 Requirements For Mass Notification

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NFPA 72 Does Not Require Emergency Communication System, But Provides Guidelines

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What You Need For A Mass Notification System

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Fan Efficiency Grades Can Help Decrease HVAC Energy Usage, Cut Energy Costs

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Variable Refrigerant Flow HVAC Systems Can Save Energy, Money

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Energy Recovery Is Becoming Common Way To Save On HVAC Costs

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Grounds Management: Eye on Irrigation

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Complexity Complicates Data Center Maintenance

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Security Officer Contract Essentials to Know

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Web Tool Calculates Real Time Air Quality Index

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Metropolitan Square Earns LEED-EBOM Gold

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LEEDv4 Passes Member Vote In A Landslide

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Will EPAct Deductions Be Extended?

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How to repair a wet roof deck

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Find the best mix of training resources for staff

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HVAC Efficiency Should Be Part Of A Broad Strategy

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Motor Repair or Replacement: The Data Dilemma

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CMMS Helps Gather Information on Motor Performance

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Repair vs. Replacement Decision Requires Advance Planning

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As IT And Security Converge, Physical And Information Security Challenges Increase

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Defining Network Responsibilities Is A Key Component Of IT, Security Convergence

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Financial Factors Are Key Element Of IT, Security Convergence

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Showcase Products: Security

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ADA: Common Sense and Compliance

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ADA Standards Differ From Building Codes

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Life Cycle of ADA Compliance Issues to Consider

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BACnet Helps Make Buildings Intelligent, Meet Control and Data Analysis Goals

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BACnet's System Integration Helps Collect, Aggregate Building Data

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BACnet Protocol Eases Automation And Integration Of Building Systems

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BACnet Can Be Used To Make Buildings Intelligent In Either New Construction Or Retrofits

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Get The Most Out Of BACnet By Properly Operating Building

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CMMS: Mobile Issues Important in Software Specification

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CMMS: College Facilities Moving to Mobile

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CMMS: Laying Groundwork for New Systems

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How To Use Incentives To Improve Data Center Staff Retention

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Operations Objectives Should Drive Data Center Staffing Decisions

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Develop Comprehensive Work Rules, Procedures To Minimize Human Error In Data Centers

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

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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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Continuous On-line Condition Monitoring Is Best Way To Manage Data Center Maintenance

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Take Steps To Make Sure That Summer School Construction Isn't Tardy

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Time, Money Are Especially Important To Summer School Construction Projects

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Reliable Power Must Be Maintained In Critical Systems

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Arc-Flash Explosion Triggers Renovation, Savings at University of Alabama

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University of Alabama Thinks Long-Term During Renovation

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Renovation Results in Leaner Maintenance Principles at University of Alabama

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In-House Maintenance Staff Boosts Alabama's Bottom Line In Renovation

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Online Exclusive: More Information on Alabama's Arc-Flash Explosion

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Show Sustainability Is Affordable To Get Approval For Green Interiors Projects

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Determining Optimal Start Time Delays For Generators

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How to Minimize Human Error, Prevent Data Center Downtime

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Tenant Engagement, Energy Efficiency Lead To LEED Gold for 255 Alhambra Circle

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Balancing Sustainability With Sentiment, Historical Value

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Facility Management Surprises at Fenway Park

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Repair Or Replace The Boiler: Four Questions To Answer

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Strategic Perspective Guides Healthcare Facility Investment Decisions

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What You Need To Know About Flat Roof Coatings

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School District Near Chicago Ponders Renovations, Building Consolidations

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Large UPS Systems For Data Centers: Will You Get A Frankenstein?

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Green Landscapes: Grounds Care Activities can Have Big Impact on Environment

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Sprinkler Head Leaks, Pressure Issues Lead to Rising Water Costs

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Regular Renovation Recommended for Green Landscapes

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Tactics for Healthy, Attractive Green Landscapes

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What Is the Best Start-time Delay For A Standby Generator In A Data Center?

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Paint Contractors as Partners: A Little Help From Friends

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Successful Paint Applications Require More Than Specification

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Plumbing Efficiency: Looking for Trouble

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A Profession's Progress: The Role of Certification

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Demand For Energy Efficiency In Buildings Brings New Resources For Tenants

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How To Avoid A "Frankenstein" UPS

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Managers Must Spread Message of Needed Maintenance Products

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Shop Bulletin Board Interesting Place to Plant Seeds of Support

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Making Change Happen not Always Easy

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Careful Consideration Is Needed Before Cutting Back On Private Offices, Workspace

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Reducing Number Of Private Offices, Cutting Workspace Has Pros, Cons

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How To Make Workplace Change Work

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Survey: Eliminating Private Offices, Reducing Workspace Still Not Common

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Technology-driven Trends Are Affecting Workspace Planning

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Data Center HVAC Practices Can Pose Challenges to Fire Detection

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Fighting Drought Conditions: How Texas University Deals With Local Water Restrictions

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Managers Discuss Data Center Maintenance Challenges

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Cooling Tower Efficiency Leads To Other Efficiencies

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Chilled Beam System Among LEED, Sustainable Strategies

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The First Step in Evaluating Cooling Tower Efficiency

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Measurement and Verification Can Help Maintain Efficiency, Improve LEED Scores

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Measurement And Verification Requires Close Attention To Be Successful Part Of Green Building Initiatives

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How Continuous Measurement And Verification Helped Improve Operational Efficiency

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LEED for Healthcare Aims To Help Improve Health of Buildings, Patients

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Uncertain Business Climate Makes Strategic Facility Planning More Important Than Ever

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Key Concepts Of Facility Strategic Planning For Facility Managers

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Strategic Facility Planning Success Hinges On Taking It Seriously

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Avoiding Facility Strategic Planning Pitfalls: Timeframes, Goal Setting And Outcome Measurement

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To Avoid Problems With Strategic Facility Management Plans, Focus On Involvement, Clarity, Staff Performance, And Ongoing Review

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Conduct Site Analysis Before Starting Construction On Data Centers

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Spotlight on Efficient Painting Jobs

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Water Savings From Cooling Tower Efficiency Strategies

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HVAC Policies, Procedures Can Improve Efficiency In Existing Buildings

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Vegetative Roofs Re-Emerge As Viable Option For Commercial Facilities

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Vegetative Roof Financial Benefits Include Increased Property Values, Tax Incentives And Reduced Energy Costs

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Vegetative Roofs: Installation In Stages And Installation Over Existing Roof

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Efficiency, Avoiding Mistakes Key to Lighting Retrofits

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Codes, Rebates to Consider for Lighting Retrofits

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Efficient Lighting Technology Options Available

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Tailoring Lighting Project to Specific Application

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Lighting Retrofit Resources

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Challenges Face Healthcare Facilities Located Off Hospital Campus

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Building Automation Systems Connect With Each Other, Enterprise Systems

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

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

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

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

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Which Green Building Product Criteria Should Facility Managers Use?

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'Red List' Of Chemicals Can Help Guide Building Product Selection, But Will Not Be Definitive

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LEED, Living Building Challenge Can Help Inform Product Selection

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Environmental Product Declarations, Health Product Declarations Offer Standardized Data On Building Product Information

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LEED v4 Does Not Include Chemical Red List

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Dan Hounsell column: Can We Talk? Changing Organizations and the Need for Clear Communications

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New State Laws Advance Green Building

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Have We Taken Water Conservation Measures too Far?

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Water Use Changes While Distribution Systems Do Not

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Tips for Managing Water Systems in Existing Buildings

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Rising Water Prices Mean It's Time For A Professional Water Certification For Facility Managers

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Water Credential For Facility Managers Would Focus On Efficiency, Metering and Usage

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Water Credential Would Need To Include Information On Codes, Standards, Regulations And Rating Systems

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Climate, weather conditions factor into roof coatings decisions

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Color of Roof Coating Helps With Temperature Changes

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dry Conditions Best for Roof Coatings Application

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Fannie Mae's LEED-EBOM Push

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

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

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

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

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

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Irrigation Issues: Upgrading for Savings

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High Level Challenge: Chilled Water Plant Replacement In High-Rise Office Penthouse

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Hurricane Sandy Shows Value of Co-Location, Redundancy, Cloud Services

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Hurricane Sandy Prompts New Data Center Thinking

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COBie Offers Easier Way To Manage Asset Data

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COBie-capable Software Provides Standardized Asset Management For Project Teams

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BIM, COBie Make A Powerful Team

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Technical Systems, Occupant Behavior Both Play Role In Fire And Life Safety Planning

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Training, Emergency Communications Are Crucial To Facility Fire Safety Plans

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Identifying Volunteers To Help People With Disabilities In Fire Emergency Can Streamline Evacuation

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Fire Safety In Buildings: Drills, Prevention Strategies Are Essential

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Showcase Products: Fire/Life Safety

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BIM and Cobie: Taking CMMS to Next Level

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Focus COBie Benefits for Effective Use of CMMS

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Tips on Maximizing Your CMMS

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Hurricane Sandy Prompts New Way Of Thinking About Data Center Resiliency

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

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

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

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Facility Managers Discuss Strategies for Building Effective Budgets

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Detailed Site Analysis Can Help Select Disaster-Resilient Location For Critical Facilities

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Critical Facilities Sites Must Meet Minimum Criteria For Disaster Resilience

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Government Standards Can Help Set Criteria For Critical Facilities Site Location

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Five Steps To Evaluating Sites For Critical Facilities

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Hurricane Sandy Showed Importance Of Critical Facilities Site Selection

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A Refresher on LEED-EBOM Recertification

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Less Is More Is Also Green When It Comes To Real Estate

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Flooring Installation Failures Can Be Costly, Time-Consuming

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Address Substrate Issues To Avoid Flooring Adhesive Problems

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May Innovative Products: Building Controls

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Clearing the Air on VOC, Paints and Coatings

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Paint Specifications Changes Offer Challenge to Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Choice of Paints and Coatings Key for Successful Project

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Calculating Water Upgrade Payback Involves These Four Factors

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Tightening Water Standards Help Shape Water Upgrade Projects

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

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Conduct Energy Efficiency Analysis Before Beginning Sustainable Campus Construction

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

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

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Planning for Provisions in the New ADA

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New ADA and the "Pool Lift" Regulation

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Energy Efficiency Projects Bring Large Savings To Poudre School District

Building Operating Management
Bond Issue Will Help Make Existing Poudre Schools More Energy Efficient

Building Operating Management
Data Is Lifeblood Of Colorado School District's Energy Efficiency Program

Building Operating Management
Culture Change Produces Large Energy Savings at Rocky Mountain High School

Building Operating Management
With Building Automation Protocols, Devil Is In The Details

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training Issues for Energy-Smart Boilers and Water Heaters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training Programs Essential to Maintenance Departments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plenty of Options for Boiler and Water Heating Training Programs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tips for Building a Better Maintenance Team

Facility Maintenance Decisions
As a Manager, Be Open to Changing Organization's Culture

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Environmentally Friendly Paints and Coatings Prompt Managers to Rethink Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Building Codes Make Certification a Rigorous Process

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fine-Tuning the Green Certification Process

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Facility Analytics Can Help Facility Managers Make Data-Based Decisions

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April Innovative Products: HVAC

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ADA: Avoiding Restroom Accessibility Woes

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

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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

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RoofPoint System Offers Alternative to LEED Certification

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Exterior Lighting Design Presents Challenges

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Equipment vs. Operations: Greatest Opportunity for Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
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Building Operating Management
Planned Capital Upgrades Present Opportunities For Deeper Energy Savings

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

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Focus on Motor Efficiency to Find Savings

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Modular Data Centers Offer Flexibility

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Innovative Products: Green Flooring

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Roof Coatings: Environmental Conditions Can Create Havoc

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Strategies for Preventing Roof Coating Problems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Be Aware of Specification, Application Errors

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Roof Coatings: Spotlight RCMA

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ADA: Are You At Risk?

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HVAC: Insist on AHRI Certified Equipment

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HVAC: Difference Between AHRI Certified and Rated

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HVAC: AHRI Certification Programs

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Why Water Efficiency Should Be A Priority

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Sustainability Factors in Students College Decisions

Building Operating Management
Energy Star Portfolio Manager Helps K-12 Facility Managers Avoid Millions in Energy Costs

Building Operating Management
Portfolio Manager Helps Schools Set Baseline for Energy, Water Use

Building Operating Management
Energy Efficiency in K-12 Buildings Doesn't Require Full Time Employee

Building Operating Management
Communicating Early Success With Energy Star Can Help Get Energy Efficiency Efforts Off Ground in K-12 Buildings

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Facility Managers Have Multiple Reasons To Consider Wireless Building Automation Systems (BAS)

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A Community College Library for the 21st Century

Building Operating Management
Employing All Available Evacuation Options Leads to Safer High-Rises

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

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New CMMS Presents Managers With New Challenges

Facility Maintenance Decisions
User-Training Strategies to Consider for CMMS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mobile Applications Essential to new CMMS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Work Lifts Deliver Efficiency and Productivity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Proper Training Essential for Safe Use of Lift Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lift-Equipment Rental Projects Require Effective Staffing Plan

Building Operating Management
What To Know Before Building A Modular Data Center

Building Operating Management
Know The Requirements For Modular Data Centers

Building Operating Management
Keep Shipping Size Constraints In Mind When Designing Modular Data Center

Building Operating Management
4 Questions To Ask When Considering A Modular Data Center

Building Operating Management
EGSA-Certified Technicians Can Offer Solutions To Smoking Generators

Building Operating Management
EGSA Member Recommend Solutions To Prevent Older Generators From Smoking

Building Operating Management
Proper Heater Temperatures, Fuel Ramp-Up Speed Can Help Limit Generator Smoke

Building Operating Management
Diesel Oxidation Catalyst, Diesel Particular Filter Can Prevent Generator Smoke

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Speak Out on Water Conservation Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pennsylvania School's Plumbing Retrofit Helps Combat Rising Water Bills

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Consumption at School Drastically Reduced After Plumbing Retrofits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
District Builds on Success of High School Plumbing Retrofit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Rising Water Costs Drown Potential Savings From Plumbing Retrofit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Beat the Heat: Identifying Proper Supplemental Cooling Device a Complex Process

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Computer Servers can Function as Heat Sources

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keep Cooling Needs in Mind for Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cooling Equipment Needs Vary by Client

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Be Aware Of Factors That Cause HVAC Performance To Slip Over Time

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Focus On Communication With Facility Management Staff When Costs Have To Be Cut

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Select Facility Energy Consumption Dashboards Carefully For Ease Of Use

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Savvy Planning by Managers Boosts Efforts to Save Water

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Upgraded Irrigation Systems Can Mean Huge Cost Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Good Communication Helps Address Irrigation System Issues

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Monitoring Is Key To Data Center Efficiency

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Look For Utility Rebates Early In Energy Efficiency Projects

Building Operating Management
Utility Incentives Can Mean Millions Of Dollars In Savings

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Halon Alternatives Provide Suppression Without Hurting Environment

Building Operating Management
Office Project Offers Lessons In Master Planning For Collaborative Work

Building Operating Management
Water Usage Effectiveness As An Important Data Center Metric

Building Operating Management
Ensuring Data Center Water Supply During a Drought

Building Operating Management
Server-level Water For Cooling Can Bring Data Center Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managing Water Use Vital to Achieving Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Updated Plumbing Products Key for Saving Utility Costs, Water Use

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Suggestions to Help Minimize Water Use

Building Operating Management
Bridge The Gap From Construction To Efficient Operations

Building Operating Management
Tie Design and Construction Teams To Building Performance

Building Operating Management
LEED Certification Aims To Be Constantly Evolving

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Use Equipment Properly To Ensure Security Success

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UPS Offers Protection Against Common Power System Faults

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Data Center Innovation Demands Better Communication

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Meter Reading Vastly Different Today than in Past

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Questions to Ask About Submetering Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Putting Submetering Data Systems to Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Embracing (and Minimizing) a Reactive Maintenance Management Plan

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Boiler Safety Devices Require Operator Attention

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Health Care Facilities Face Two Challenges From Competition

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Keep Humidity Just Right For Good Indoor Air

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Tools Available to Use During Fire/Life Safety Evacuation

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Evacuation Planning for People with Disabilities

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Increasing Water, Wastewater Costs Demand Improved Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Restrooms, Landscaping Offer Opportunities For Water Savings

Building Operating Management
Cooling Towers Are Overlooked As Water Users

Building Operating Management
Water Efficiency Showcase: New Products

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Manage Indoor Pollutants to Preserve Indoor Air Quality

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Newsletter Can Help Facility Managers Reach Key Audiences

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Building Automation Systems Will Continue To Offer New Capabilities

Building Operating Management
Green Cleaning Programs Offer Greater Efficiency As Part Of Overall Sustainability Plan

Building Operating Management
Western Michigan University's Green Cleaning Program Helps In Push For LEED Certification

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Green Cleaning Standards Help Ensure Contractors Meet Cleaning Goals

Building Operating Management
Five Sources Of Data Can Help Facility Managers Analyze Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Energy Star Automated Benchmarking Services Can Aid Building Energy-Data Gathering

Building Operating Management
Submeters Help Measure Energy Used By Specific Building Area

Building Operating Management
Use Building Automation System To Learn Information On Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Data Loggers Offer Specifics Of Equipment's Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Proposed EPAct Deduction Extension Would Create Deep Retrofit Tax Incentive

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vegetative Roof Matures into Showcase for Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Installing Green Roofs can be Complex Process

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vegetative Roof Evolves Throughout its Life

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Facility Managers See Energy Savings with Vegetative Roofs

Building Operating Management
Facility Master Plan Can Help With Energy Efficiency In Educational Facilities

Building Operating Management
Energy Consultants Can Help Integrate Energy Conservation Measures With Facility Master Plan

Building Operating Management
Energy Calculations Help Determine Payback Of Energy Conservation Measures In Facility Master Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Overview of Points System for LEED-EB O&M

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Measuring, Managing, and Maximizing Facility Data Important for Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building Information Modeling on Rise in Facility Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Use Building Information Modeling in Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building Information Modeling, COBie Streamline Construction Process

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Check Efficiency Of Daily Operations

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Data To Measure IAQ Is Complex Proposition

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

Building Operating Management
LEED Certified Lab Offers Lessons In Efficiency, Project Management

Building Operating Management
Laboratory Construction Project Management Strategies Prove Effective

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Talk With Tenants About Security Needs

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Higher power loads need more infrastructure

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UPS can protect power supply

Building Operating Management
Destination Dispatch, Machineroomless Systems Are Current Wave of Elevator Technology

Building Operating Management
Destination Dispatch Systems Cut Down on Total Travel Time

Building Operating Management
Machineroomless Elevators Are Growing Trend in Low-Rise Applications

Building Operating Management
Elevators Showcase: New Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance History Key Factor in Boiler Repair-or-Replace Decision

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boiler Repair-or-Replace Decision: Key Questions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Improving Boiler Energy Efficiency with Retrocommissioning

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Automatic Plumbing Fixtures Continue To Improve

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Account For Disabilities In Emergency Plan

Building Operating Management
Blade Servers, Virtualization Can Tax Data Center Facility Capacity

Building Operating Management
Facility Management, IT Need to Communicate About Data Center Capacity

Building Operating Management
Data Center Power Audits Can Improve Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Measuring Steady, Variable Data Center Loads Critical for Power Audits

Building Operating Management
Calculate Power Usage Effectiveness as Part of Data Center Power Audit

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School uses geothermal energy

Building Operating Management
Creating Collaborative Culture Requires Mix Of Spaces For Privacy, Interaction

Building Operating Management
Evaluate How Space Is Used During Design Process

Building Operating Management
Office Design Needs To Provide Employees Privacy When They Need It

Building Operating Management
Collaborative Space Isn't Just A Buzzword

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lifts: A Four-Step Needs Assessment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Key Questions Can Lead Managers to Smart Decision on Lifts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Decision on Lifts: Buy, Rent or Lease?

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Select paint contractor carefully

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Carefully prepare pitch for new equipment

Building Operating Management
Acoustics Of Open Offices A Common Employee Concern

Building Operating Management
Retrofitting With Metal Offers Potential Long-Term Savings

Building Operating Management
Metal Roofs, Walls Offer Energy Efficiency Possibilities

Building Operating Management
Solar Panels, Metal Roofs Have Natural Symbiosis

Building Operating Management
Metal Roofs Offer Number of Energy Star-Compliant Options

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Repair A Pump, Or Replace It?

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Audit May Improve Building Security

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Experts Conclude Data Centers Can Be Warmer

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Power Industry Changes Affect Forward Pricing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Contractors as Project Partners

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Contractors: Problem-Solving Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spotlight: Painting and Decorating Contractors of America

Building Operating Management
Forward Retail Power Pricing Affected By Legal Issues, Natural Gas Prices

Building Operating Management
Section 179D Rules Mean Clock Is Ticking On EPAct Deductions

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Daylighting can reduce energy bills, improve satisfaction

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

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Incentives and Rebates: Smart Planning, Big Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Incentives: Starting the Conversation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Beyond the Basics of Utility Rebates

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Prescriptive Utility Incentives

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Waterless urinals offer potential savings

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Solar Window Film May Reduce Cooling Load

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Air Filter Improvements Help Efficiency Efforts

Building Operating Management
As Space Heaters Show, Facility Managers Often Have to Negotiate With Occupants to Avoid Energy Waste

Building Operating Management
Occupants Can Be Asset In Energy Efficiency Efforts

Building Operating Management
Motivating Occupants Is Critical To Ensuring Cooperation on Energy Savings

Building Operating Management
Educate Occupants to Get Them to Save Energy

Building Operating Management
Building Operations Are First Place to Look to Improve Energy Performance

Building Operating Management
Evaluate Use of Building Machinery to Save Energy

Building Operating Management
Facility Energy Efficiency Efforts Start With Data

Building Operating Management
Ernst & Young Plaza Scores Big With LEED-EBOM

Building Operating Management
GSA Rehabilitates Historic King Federal Building in Atlanta

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

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Ways to protect data centers from fire

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Handheld devices can upgrade management

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Tankless Water Heaters Can Provide Big Savings

Building Operating Management
EMerge Alliance Leads Charge To DC Power

Building Operating Management
DC Power Offers Unique Benefits To Data Centers

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FM And IT Need To Work Together

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Challenges in Preparing for, Responding to Crises

Building Operating Management
Medical Technology's Pace Of Innovation Places Heavy Demands On Facilities

Building Operating Management
Significant Technology Changes Require Health Care Facility Renovations

Building Operating Management
Hospital Construction Should Aim For Flexibility From Start

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tankless Water Heaters Help Managers Meet Occupant Demands

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Application Considerations for Tankless Water Heaters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tankless Water Heaters: Maintenance Issues

Building Operating Management
Utility Rebates And Incentives Help Justify Energy Efficiency Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Utility Rebates Can Determine Whether Capital Projects Get Off The Ground

Building Operating Management
Documentation Critical To Fulfilling Utility Rebate Requirements

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Facility Policy Practices for Good IAQ

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Design and Construction IAQ Considerations

Building Operating Management
Survey Of Energy Efficient Properties Shows LEED Offers Advantages

Building Operating Management
LEED Projects Are Not Homogenous Group

Building Operating Management
How To Get Improved Results From Energy Projects

Building Operating Management
How Office Park Landscapes Can Reduce Water Use

Building Operating Management
Smart Irrigation Systems, Rainwater Collection Are Cost-Effective

Building Operating Management
Proposed Legionella Standard Undergoing Further Revisions

Building Operating Management
USGBC Perspective: Greenbuild 2012 Celebrates Sustainable Building Management

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How To Save Energy In Large Retail Organizations

Building Operating Management
Office Renovation for Architecture Firm Achieves LEED Platinum

Building Operating Management
Green Features Reduce Energy Consumption 58 Percent

Building Operating Management
Exciting Technology Updates in BAS systems

Building Operating Management
BAS Contributes to Energy Efficient Buildings

Building Operating Management
Looking At What's Next In BAS

Building Operating Management
Markling Hopes To Open Doors As BOMA Chairman

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Identifying Energy Rebates Delivers Bottom-Line Benefits

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To Achieve High Performance Building, Look To ASHRAE Guideline 32

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Smart-Controller Technology Helps Managers Irrigate Sustainably

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability: Assessing Irrigation Needs Prevents Problems

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Facility Managers Should Not Be Invisible Within The Organization

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Metrics, Data Goals Should Guide Selection of Facility Management Software-based Tools

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List Of Crisis Events Can Help With Security Planning

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

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DCIM Offers Benefits In Legacy Data Centers

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The Benefits and Challenges of Roof Coatings

Building Operating Management
Collaborative Workspaces Encourage Communication, Idea Sharing, Flexibility

Building Operating Management
Open Office Spaces Spur Collaboration at All Types of Companies

Building Operating Management
Expensive Office Space Helps Drive Shift in Office Design Thinking

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Disaster Recovery: Identifying Risks and Critical Facility Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Devising a Disaster Recovery Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Aftermath: Minimizing Disaster Impact

Building Operating Management
Communication Between Facility Management And IT Increasingly Important In Data Center Operations

Building Operating Management
Effective Communication Between Facility Management, IT, Improves Bottom Line In Data Centers

Building Operating Management
IT, Facility Management Collaboration Helps Data Centers Mitigate Risks

Building Operating Management
Data Center Codes, Standards Give FM And IT Plenty To Talk About

News & Views
Equipment Rental Offers Managers Many Advantages

News & Views
Facing HVAC Demands to Protect Critical Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Greater Baltimore Medical Center's Boiler Upgrade key to Energy Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
GBMC Boiler Upgrade Required Careful Planning

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Timely Boiler Upgrade Completed Under Budget

Building Operating Management
How Crouse Hospital Upgraded Its Chilled Water and Emergency Power Systems

Building Operating Management
Food Court Renovation Aims to Make Allen Center More Appealing to Tenants

Building Operating Management
Food Court Renovations: Lessons Learned

Building Operating Management
How To Select The Right Roofing System

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The Case for Keeping Chemical Application In-House

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What is LEEDv4?

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Water Treatment Can Extend Boiler Life and Improve Energy Efficiency

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Wireless Option for Building Management System Has Pros and Cons

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'Road Map' Can Help Guide Security Plans

Building Operating Management
Five Ways to Reduce Restroom Operating Costs

Building Operating Management
Overdesigned Restroom Lighting Systems Can Increase Costs

Building Operating Management
Backup Power is Critical Concern

Building Operating Management
Bifuel Technology Helps Generators Provide Power

Building Operating Management
Cleaning Costs Are Overlooked in Restrooms

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preventive Drain Cleaning Prevents Major Plumbing Problems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Evaluating Preventive Plumbing Maintenance Results

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Educational Programs Help Minimize the Need for Drain Cleaning

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Securing Co-location Data Centers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Collaboration: The Key to Maintenance Management

Building Operating Management
Legal Issues Complicate LEED Guarantees

Building Operating Management
Gifford Lawsuit Over LEED Certifications Set Some Guidelines for What Recourse is Available

Building Operating Management
USGBC Perspective: The Evolution of LEED for Existing Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Handheld Computing Devices Improve Managing Work-Order Data

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Elevator Service Provider Considerations

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Modern Fire Safety Systems Can Be Cheaper, Smarter

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Condition Monitoring Helps Detect Building Envelope Problems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building Envelope Inspection Strategies Help Prevent Costly Repairs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Repair History is Critical to Proper Inspection of Building Envelopes

Building Operating Management
In Sin City, Water is the True Gold

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Elevator Service Provider Considerations

Building Operating Management
Office Building Earns Dual-Platinum LEED Certification

Building Operating Management
College Campus Shootings Prompt New Emergency Preparedness Steps

Building Operating Management
Public Safety, Police and Security Professionals Can Help Assess Campus Security Threats

Building Operating Management
Campus Layout Can Help Mitigate Threats, But Good Security Plan Needed

Building Operating Management
Policies, Training Are Keys to Keeping Campus Safe

Building Operating Management
For SL Green, Office Building Repositioning Goes Beyond Curb Appeal

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What is the Passive House rating system?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Identifying Energy Rebates Delivers Bottom-Line Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Efficiency Incentives and Rebates Require Time Investment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Developing an Energy-Efficiency Strategy

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With HVAC Upgrades, Look at the Entire System

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Good Communication Is Essential to Facility Management Success

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Building Automation Systems Offer Real Time Data

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Benefits and Challenges of Roof Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Examining Roof Coatings Concerns

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings Product Development

News & Views
Irrigation Spotlight: Water Conservation

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ADA: Successful Restroom Renovations

Facility Focus
LEED Resources for Facility Managers from Green Building Certification Institute

Facility Focus
As LEED Grows, GBCI Takes Steps to Handle Workload, Ensure Quality

Building Operating Management
General Services Administration's Goal of Carbon Neutral by 2030 Requires Improved Energy Efficiency in Existing Buildings

Building Operating Management
High-performance HVAC Systems Help GSA Reduce Energy Consumption

Building Operating Management
Building Controls, Smart Meters are Keys to GSA's Renovation Projects

Building Operating Management
Green Proving Ground Program Helps GSA Evaluate Energy-Saving Technologies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Defining Maintenance: Training and Education

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

Building Operating Management
Getting Students Involved in Energy Efficiency Can Lead to Big Energy Cost Savings For School Districts

Building Operating Management
Douglas County School District Sees Big Gains From Involving Students In Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Ponderosa High School Involved Students in Teaching Value of Saving Energy

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Operations an Important Part of Power Reliability

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Understanding Key Plumbing Upgrade Considerations

Building Operating Management
Gathering Energy Data Often Most Difficult Part of Better Buildings Challenge Efforts

Building Operating Management
Better Buildings Challenge Offers Benefits Beyond Just Learning

Building Operating Management
Department of Energy: Goal of Better Buildings Challenge is to Cut Down on $60 Billion in Wasted Energy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrocommissioning Strategies Help Establish Performance Requirements

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Data Center Infrastructure Management helps streamline operations

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Roofing: Making Photovoltaic Systems Work

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Facing Demands to Protect Critical HVAC Systems

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Considering Electric Utility Vehicles

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ohio Hospital's LEED Certification Creates Challenges and Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Building Eases LEED Certification Process

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Construction Project Maximizes Sustainability Development Goals

Building Operating Management
The First Steps Of A LEED-EBOM Initiative

Building Operating Management
The Three Biggest LEED-EBOM Challenges

Building Operating Management
Northern Arizona University Center Consolidates Academic, Athletic Functions

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

Building Operating Management
Facility Managers Can Use Energy Star Program to Drive Data Center Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Facilities, IT Departments Have to Work Together to Save Energy in Data Centers

Building Operating Management
Co-location Facilities Can Tout Energy Efficiency Efforts as Cost Savers

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Water Conservation: Focus on Irrigation

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ADA: Communication for Success

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Operations an Important Part of Power Reliability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Facing HVAC Demands to Protect Critical Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Trending Electrical HVAC Power Consumption

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dependable Power Sources

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Power Monitoring: HVAC Overload Prevention

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UPS Systems, DC Power Can Solve Energy Issues

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Retrocommissioning Can Reveal Opportunities for Energy Savings

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Extending the performance life of paved surfaces

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Improving Motor Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Photovoltaic Roofing Systems Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Photovoltatics: Roof Racking Systems

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Bird Control Application Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Understanding Key Plumbing Maintenance Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Waterless Plumbing Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Effective Plumbing Troubleshooting Involvement

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

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Manage Interior Systems for Healthy Indoor Air

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paint Product Labels Provide Guide for Smarter Green Choices

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paint & Coatings: Material Safety Data Safety Sheets Provide Additional Guidance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Compliance With Paints and Coatings Health and Safety Right-to-Know Laws

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Efficiency Blueprint?

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Capitalize on Fire Alarm Systems Advanced Communications Capabilities

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With Building Controls, Age May or May Not Be the Reason for Problems

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What is the STARS Rating System?

Building Operating Management
Elevator Maintenance Standards, Safety Requirements May Help Prevent Elevator Accidents

Building Operating Management
Older Elevators: Few Jurisdictions Adopt ASME A17.3 As Code

Building Operating Management
Good Maintenance Contractors Help Keep Elevators Safe, Reliable

Building Operating Management
Elevators Can Be Used for Evacuation, IBC Says

Building Operating Management
How Facility Managers Can Effectively Use Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn

Building Operating Management
Why Facility Managers Are Not Adopting Social Media

Building Operating Management
How Facility Managers Can Benefit From Using Social Media

Building Operating Management
How Facility Management Can Use Social Media in Emergency Situations

Building Operating Management
How Facility Managers Can Avoid Social Media Traps

Building Operating Management
Experts: Warmer Data Center Temperatures Are Safe

Building Operating Management
Some Data Centers Resist Higher Operating Temperatures, Despite Energy Savings

Building Operating Management
Minimizing the Risk of Higher Data Center Temperatures

Building Operating Management
Innovative Technologies Help Ensure Higher Data Center Temperatures Are Safe

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Tips for Earning Energy Efficiency Rebates

Building Operating Management
New Mexico Fire Station Uses PPA To Go Solar

Building Operating Management
The Best Way To Reduce Water Use In High-Rise Buildings

Building Operating Management
Avoid Common Mistakes When Look At Water Efficiency Improvements

Building Operating Management
Advances in Water Efficiency Technology, Codes and Policies

Building Operating Management
Facility Management and IT Team Up at Rockefeller University

Building Operating Management
Data Centers, IT Infrastructure Benefit from Cooperation Between Facility Management and IT

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Seismic Risk Important Consideration in Data Center Design

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Plumbing: Going With the Flow

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

Building Operating Management
Paint Innovations Offer Facility Managers Green Benefits, Performance

Building Operating Management
Check Paint's Certifications to Avoid Greenwash

Building Operating Management
New Standards, Research, Promise Continuing Improvement in Paints

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Determining facility's energy metering needs

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Successful Paint Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Utility Rebates and Incentives Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Selecting Qualified Energy-Efficiency Service Providers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Becoming Familiar with Energy-Saving Program Requirements

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keys to Successful LED Fixture Installation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LED Installation Requirements

Building Operating Management
Cool Roof Rebates, Incentives Can Vary By Region, Political Climate

Building Operating Management
Aging Infrastructure Can Drive Cool Roof Rebates

Building Operating Management
Cool Roofs an Option For Almost Any Facility

Building Operating Management
Cool Roofs Can Provide Big Savings in Conjunction With Other Systems

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Underfloor Air Distribution Can Benefit High Performance Buildings

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Building Management System Analytics and Diagnostics Can Aid Facility Staff, If Properly Programmed

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Green Schools Linked To Better Student Health, Performance

Building Operating Management
Integrated Design Is Essential for LEED for Schools

Building Operating Management
LEED for Schools Targets Acoustics, IAQ and Lighting

Building Operating Management
From LEED for Schools: Tips on Green Design and Construction for Facility Managers

Building Operating Management
Green Schools: Information Resources for Facility Managers

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Less Water Used in Sprinklered Properties Versus Unsprinklered, Study Says

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Reduce IAQ Complaints Through Communication

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Earning Energy Efficiency Rebates: Tips for Facility Managers

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With Utility Rebates, Complex Rules Can Trip Up Facility Managers

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

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Designers Focus on Color, Style for Interior

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LEED-EB Certification Creates Challenges and Benefits

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Perform an Energy Audit As a First Step To Savings

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How To Justify Energy Efficiency Projects To Upper Management

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New HVAC Technologies Can Help Save Energy in Data Centers

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Is Now a Good Time to Lock In Energy Prices?

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Showcase Products: Paints

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Energy Models: Getting Out What You Put In

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BIM: A Better View of Maintenance

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Demand Control Ventilation Systems Can Save Energy, Achieve Occupant Satisfaction

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Facility Manager Do's and Don'ts for Email Communication

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County's Successful In-house Plumbing Upgrade Delivers Savings

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Plumbing Project Outline

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Plumbing Upgrade's Challenges and Additional Costs

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Retrocommissioning Building Automation Can Reduce Energy Costs

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Restroom Redesign: Benefits for Facility Managers

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Field Museum, O'Hare Look for Creativity in Restroom Design and Renovation

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Restroom Renovations Require Attention to Detail, Not Just Aesthetics

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Restroom Upgrades a Worthwhile Investment

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Restroom Redesigns in Airport, Museums

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Successful Paint Applications

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Specifying Paints for Performance and Sustainability

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Developing Paint and Coating Policies

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Important Painting Project Considerations

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Plumbing: The Rise of Water Metering

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What Facility Managers Need to Know About Alternative Workplace Design

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Alternative Workplace Design Offers Open Spaces, Flexible Seating, Real Estate Efficiency

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Alternative Workplace Design Allows For Greater Collaboration, Quiet Work

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Alternative Workplace Design Takes Advantage of Technology, Offers Flexibility

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Elevator Evacuation Closer to Practical Application

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Tackling Restroom Hygiene Challenges

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New Data Center Cooling Technologies Increase Efficiency

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Keep Your Eye on Data Center Energy Efficiency Trends

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Preparing for Disaster: During Hurricane Season, Miami Facility Takes Advantage of Lead Time

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A Modern Approach To Patient Care

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Energy efficiency project results in significant campus improvements

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Restroom Renovations: Quantifying Benefits

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Tracking PUE Can Help Create More Efficient Data Centers

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Seismic Readiness an Important Issue for Data Centers

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Testing Options for Data Center Seismic Compliance

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PUE is One of Many Metrics for Data Center Energy Performance

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Free Air, Water-Cooled Servers Increase Data Center Energy Efficiency

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UPS Energy Saver Mode, High Voltage DC Power Cut Data Center Energy Use

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In Data Centers, Simplicity of Design, Commissioning Saves Energy

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Air Intake Location Protects Indoor Air Quality

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LEED-EBOM 2012 To Focus on Performance

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10 FAQs for Selecting LEDs

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Potential Downsides and Best Uses for LEDs

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LEDs: Questions About Fixtures, Replacement Lamps, Tubes, Controls

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LEDs: Objective Information from Energy Star, DOE, Other Sources

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Key Steps to Planning Mass Notification System

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Knowing Facility's Risks Offers Big Rewards When Planning Mass Notification System

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Mass Notification System Requires More Flexibility Than Fire Alarm

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Mass Notification Systems Offer Multiple Messaging Methods

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Three Reasons Can Justify New Building Automation Technology

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International Green Construction Code Approved with Energy Efficiency, Metering Requirements

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IgCC Adopted in Scottsdale, Ariz.; Lessons Learned

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Power and Gas Prices: Time for Long Term Contracts?

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LEED 2012 Will Emphasize Operating Performance; ADA Deadline

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NFPA 3 and NFPA 4 Cover Commissioning, Testing of Building Fire Systems

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Federal Regulations for T12 Fluorescent Lamps, Incandescents, and EPAct Tax Deductions

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International Green Construction Code Sets Energy Efficiency Measures for Buildings

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Bob Holesko Eyes Energy Savings in 2012

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Green Design Guides Renovation of California State Office Buildings

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Avoiding Poor Flooring Performance With Proper Specifications

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Restroom Hygiene: Not All Challenges Are Visible

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Using Technology to Eliminate Cross Contamination

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Identifying Hygiene Challenges

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Weighing The Choices in The Aerial Work Arena

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Maximizing Lift Equipment Benefits

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Product Advances Offer Managers Better Roof Protection Options

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Roof Coatings: Classification

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Roof Coatings: Installation and Maintenance

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How to Restore HVAC Systems After Flooding

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How to Create a Two Way Facility Management Communication Strategy

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LEED-EBOM Now Most Popular Rating System

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High-rise Fires Cause $99 Million in Damages a Year

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Modular Data Centers Offer Flexibility, Savings

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How Modularity Works in Data Center Design

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Is A Modular Data Center Design The Right Choice?

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7x24 Exchange Explores Data Center Trends

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Analytics, Fault Detection Improve Building Automation Capabilities

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Why Are Green Roofs Environmentally Responsible?

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The Digital Data Era Is Here. Are You Prepared?

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Evidence-Based Design Part of Lakeland’s Far-Sighted Approach

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Consider the Cloud When Expanding Data Centers

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Maintaining IAQ During Construction Projects

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Automated Demand Response a Better Way to Shave Peak Load

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How Automated Demand Response Performs

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OpenADR as a National Standard for Automated Demand Response

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HVAC Commissioning Fosters Energy Efficiency Over A Building's Life

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Design With Constraints In Mind

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Water Conservation and Grounds Management

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Water Conservation: Plumbing Fixtures Offer a Choice

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Indoor Air Quality Measurement Strategies

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Brian Crimmins on the Evolution of Crozer-Keystone

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Sustainability, the Bottom Line and You

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Sustainability Budgeting Requires Incentives, Deal Makers

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Building Automation Systems: Three Reasons to Replace Rather Than Upgrade

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For Good Facility Management Communication, Keep Three Points in Mind

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The BAS and Making Multiple Changes

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How Forrester Research Maximized Flexibility and Use of Its Conference Space

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Two Fundamental Ways to Increase On-Site Capacity

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Three Options for Data Center Expansion

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Networks Face External Threats

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Renewable Energy Systems Offer Options, Require Specifications

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How to Choose the Right Paint

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Specifying Sustainable Paints Means Determining Life-Cycle Costs

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Quality, Long-Term Performance Essential for Sustainable Paints

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Match Roof to Fire Rating Needs

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The Benefits of Co-Employment

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Be Careful with Co-employment Arrangements

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Tips for Picking the Right Paint

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More Tips for Picking the Right Paint: Sheen, Durability and Surface Preparation

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Showcase: Paints and Coatings Products

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Five Ways BIM Can Benefit FM

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Data Center Capacity: Getting the Most from More

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Expanding Data Center Allows for Closer Control

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Co-location Helps Decentralize Data Center Operations

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Expanding Data Centers to the Cloud Offers More Than Pie in the Sky Benefits

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Look Outside Building to Protect Data Center Network

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Separate Security Network Improves Data Center Protection

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Securing Data Centers Requires Dedication During Design

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Pros and Cons of IP, Analog Data Center Security Systems

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Restroom Renovations and Life-Cycle Costs

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Tips To Ensure A Successful Roofing Installation

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How Five Steps Can Help Facility Managers Improve Communication

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Four Steps Can Help Determine Whether to Upgrade or Replace Building Automation System

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To Save Energy, Improve Operations

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Managers Incorporate New Communications Technology into Existing Strategies

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Grounds Department Updates Operations for Green, Financial Benefits

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Water Conservation Focus of Grounds Department's Efforts

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Metal Roof and Wall Systems Prove Durable, Cost Effective

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Metal Roofs Much Improved From Earlier Generations

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Facility Managers Can Boost BAS/EMS Performance With New Tools, Capabilities

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Real-time Information is Big Advantage of Modern BAS/EMS Systems

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Advanced BAS/EMS Operations Still Need Staff Oversight

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Setting Goals: Successful Plumbing Retrofits

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Demand Control Ventilation Can Reduce Energy Costs

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Find Out How the Facility Staff Can Help Other Departments

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Facility Staff Should Be Involved in Retrocommissioning

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BIM Helps Save Time, Make Better Choices for Science Building

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BIM Demands Early Building Owner Involvement

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Roof Coatings Can Extend Performance Life and Generate Savings

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Understanding Roof Types Key to Successful Coating Applications

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Roof Coating Performance Depends on Application, Preparation

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Learning Curve: Tax Benefits for Energy Projects

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Knowing What to Look Out For Critical When Upgrading HVAC System

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For a Successful HVAC Upgrade, Good Timing is Everything

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Upgrading HVAC System More Complicated Than One Piece at a Time

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Four Steps To Keep Energy Efficiency a Priority

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Using ASHRAE 62.1 to Maintain Good IAQ

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Hospital's Plumbing Systems Upgrades Provide Roadmap

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Water Audit Paves the Way for Successful Plumbing Upgrade

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Successful Plumbing Upgrades Depend on Occupant Support

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Lamp Life Concerns Shouldn't Limit Use of Lighting Controls

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Boiler Control Upgrades Plus Regular Maintenance Can Improve Energy Efficiency

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Several Key Issues Can Spell Success in Equipment Rental

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Equipment Rental Discussions Must Cover Safety

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Avoiding Problems with Equipment Rental Contracts

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Five Factors to Consider Before Replacing or Expanding a Building Automation System

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Saving Water: Going with the (Low) Flow

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Technology: Everything Old — And Improved — Is New Again

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Avoiding Pitfalls In LEED Certification For Interiors

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Data Centers Look For Ways To Fight Energy Costs

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Accessibility: Making Way for ADA

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Robert Lang: Security Road Map Can Improve Decisions in Emergencies

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Water Efficiency: Increasing Priority

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New Codes, Green Building Rating Systems Influence Restroom Equipment Selection

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How To Make Landscaping and Irrigation Water Efficient

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Measuring Water Use and Establishing a Water-use Baseline

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Product Showcase: HVAC

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What to Outsource

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Mowers: Versatile Equipment for Snow, Leaf Removal

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Lifts: How to Develop a Written Safety Program

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Fire Risk Needs Close Attention in Data Centers

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Lighting Retrofits: Teaming Up for Savings

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Plumbing: Going with the (Low) Flow

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Real-World Experiences Help Identify Water-Saving Choices

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Pay Attention to Water, Energy Issues When Designing Restrooms

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Dual-Flush Valves: Two Ways To Save

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Data Centers Fight Energy Waste

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Optimized Cooling Plants Help Data Centers Save Energy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS: Managers Need to Focus on Software Implementation

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Effective Fire Suppression in Data Centers Requires Careful Planning by FMs

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Five Steps Can Help Win Acceptance for New Workplace Designs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
First Impressions Start with Right Attitude

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Introducing LEED for Healthcare

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Five Rules of Thumb Can Aid Decision to Replace or Upgrade BAS

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Historic College Campus Gets Second Life

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Making Green Buildings Work

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Plumbing Savings: Focus on Fixtures

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Adaptive Reuse, Not Historical Preservation

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How To Measure IAQ Parameters

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Air Purification Technologies and Reduced Ventilation

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IAQ: Review Specification Documents, Seal HVAC Systems

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Cleaning Programs: How to Minimize Chemical Exposure

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand Response: How to Coordinate Peak-Load Reductions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand Response: How to Meet Load-Reduction Targets

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand-Response Programs Affect Operations and Occupants

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing: District Revamps Preventive Maintenance Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Software Installation: Managers Should Partner with Vendors, Consultants

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Aerial Work Platforms: OSHA, ANSI Standards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lifts: What Does Training Program Entail?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lifts: How to Inspect and Test Equipment

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ADA: Renovations and Requirements

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

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LEED for Healthcare: Construction is Focus, Not Operations

Facility Focus
FMXcellence: How to Be a Leader

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FMXcellence: How to Maintain Enthusiasm

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FMXcellence: How to Organize a Big Project

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FMXcellence: How to Get Buy In

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MSCA Star Certifies Non-Residential Mechanical Service Contractors

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Facility Managers Can Follow These Steps to Leadership

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Free Handbook Can Help With Tracking, Improving Building Performance

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Power Tools: Saws for Wood, Metal, Concrete

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Lighting Retrofits: Students Conduct Surveys, Inventory Fixtures

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Propane: A Viable Choice for Alternative Fuels

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How to Lower the Cost of Lift Rental

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Boilers and Water Heaters: Identify Water Use

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Catalog and Analyze Motors and Drives

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Outsourced Service Providers Want to Be on the Team

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Fire Sprinklers Statistics in Commercial Property

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Picking The Right Roofing Product Has Several Considerations

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Climate Plays Big Role In Selecting The Right Roofing Products

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The Three Tiers of Green Product Selection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Getting Tough, Again, on Deferred Maintenance

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Understanding What A Net-Zero Energy Building Really Is

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How to Use BIM in Facilities Management

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A VFD Offers Energy Savings, Other Benefits from Part-Load HVAC Operation

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Teaching Green: UW-Madison's Renovated Education Building

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Sustainability For Today

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Lighting Retrofits: Projects Include T8s, T5s

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers: Implement Water-Treatment Program, Blowdown System

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Water Heaters: How to Get Hot Water Quickly

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Facilities Set the Stage for Learning

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How One School District Successfully Plans Painting Projects

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Basic Ways That Building Control Systems Can Help Save Energy

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

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For Efficient Exteriors, Start With the Outside, Looking In

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Going Green with Data Center Sites Requires Homework

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Using Rain Screens for Innovative Exteriors Can Offer Advantages

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Common Sense Approach Helps in Evaluating Rain Screens

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Managers Need to Lead, Guide, Direct

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First Green Step Is a Big One For Data Centers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mike Rowe an Advocate for Maintenance, Engineering

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Code Green: New Standards Cover More Than Just Energy

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Efficient Operation Big Part of New Energy Standards

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Worker Safety: Lost Productivity Helps Determine ROI

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A Close Eye on Water Use and Waste can Keep Your Bottom Line from Drying Out

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Outdoor Water Use Needs to be Watched Closely as Well

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Alternatives and Best Practices for Water Management

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Paints & Coatings: Low-VOC Formulations Meet EPA Standards

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Plumbing Specification by Restroom Type

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Energy Model Can Improve HVAC System Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Evening Painting, VOC-Free Products Reduce Complaints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paint Crews Perform Repairs to Drywall, Covering

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hospital Operates on 100 Percent Renewables, Sells Power

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Laser Scanning Generates Building-Envelope Data

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Laser Scanning Creates Three-Dimensional Model of Facilities

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Peter Strazdas: BIM Is The Future of FM

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Three Parts of a Door Hardware Specification Document

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Maintenance Management Issues: Lack of Accountability, Discipline

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HVAC, Lighting, Plumbing Initiatives Fuel LEED Certification

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LEED for Healthcare Addresses Unique Operational Requirements

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Common ADA Violations

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Proceeding After an ADA Violation

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ADA In Commercial Real Estate

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Renovations Trigger ADA Compliance?

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Renewable-Energy Systems: Meet with Local Utility

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Irrigation: How to Reduce Potable Water Use

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Paints and Coatings: Match Substrate and Surface

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Consider Wireless Options When Planning a Controls Retrofit

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Grounds Care: Irrigation Practices to Save Water

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Facility Managers Say Companies Are Taking Action to Increase Data Center Efficiency

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IT Departments Getting More Involved in Efficiency

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Industry Group Sees DC Power Making Gains in Workplaces, Data Centers and Beyond

Facility Focus
HVAC Retrofits Lower Energy Use, Reduce Hot-Cold Calls

Facility Focus
Does an HVAC Pre-Filter Improve Energy Efficiency?

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Asset Data Management: Four Software Solutions

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Collaboration key to data center efficiency

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MRO Parts Storerooms: No Longer An Afterthought

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Plumbing: Key Considerations for High-Efficiency Toilets

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Trends in Fires in Educational Facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Direct-Digital Controls Improve Equipment Monitoring

Facility Focus
What's Included in Retrocommissioning and Recommissioning Studies?

Facility Focus
Chillers: How to Lower Condenser-Water Temperatures

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Air Handler Drain Pans and Indoor Air Quality

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Everywhere a Strategy: Get Serious About Specification

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Considering Life Cycle Costs Can Pay Off in Restroom Renovations

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Lighting Options Can Cut Restroom Electricity Usage

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Design Can Help Cut Cleaning Costs

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Personnel Management and Cost-Saving Strategies with Bruce Canter

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BAS Upgrades: Develop a Master Plan

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Rob Pearlman's Facility Management Team at International Finance Corp. Relies on Data

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Increasing Density Helps Manage Space

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How IFC Tracks Energy Usage and Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Team Player: More than Just Coach-Speak

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Irrigation Systems: Design Should Incorporate Smart Controllers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care: What Plants Work Best for Xeriscaping

Facility Focus
A LEED-EBOM Case Study

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dual-Flush Fixtures Part of WaterSense Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Conservation: Flushometers, Waterless Urinals Boost Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Considerations for Sensor-Operated Fixtures, Faucets

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renewable-Energy Systems: Important Maintenance Practices

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints: How to Match Formulation with Substrate

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Understanding Labels and Material Safety Data Sheets

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A LEED-EBOM Case Study

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Formal LEED-EBOM Certification

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Working With Other Departments on a LEED-EBOM Initiative

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How To Maintain (Or Improve Upon) Certification

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Geothermal Heating and Cooling Can Save 60 Percent on Energy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Attachments: Assess Versatility, Dependability

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Simplicity is Key in Pursuing Energy Efficiency

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Geothermal Heating & Cooling Can Save 60 Percent on Energy

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High-Performance HVAC System Requires an Integrated Design

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Utilities Offer a Range of Incentives for Improving Energy Performance

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Lifts: Compact Units Feature Advanced Controls, Improved Safety

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Slowing the Flow: Plumbing Systems and Water Conservation

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Seven Strategies Can Make Change Management Successful

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Commercial Data Centers Will Begin to Use High-Performance Computers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Water-Conservation Strategies

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Trained Staff Is Essential to Get Energy Savings from Building Automation Systems

Facility Focus
Gap Analysis: Evaluate Investment Choices in Master Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing: Six Factors of Long-Term Performance

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Taking Stock of New ADA Regulations

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How to Customize Sub-Metering Systems

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Protect IAQ While Managing Pests

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS: Use Software to Manage Energy Use

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Make Sure To Get As-Builts After Renovations

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When Upgrading Building Automation, Review Capabilities of Existing Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
OSHA: Expanding Role in the Workplace

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LEED-EBOM Recertification Helps Ensure Green Building Progress

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What Do Facility Managers Need in Business Continuity Plans?

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Emergency Planning: Develop a Communications Strategy

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Strategy: Keep a Plan Up to Date

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Planning: Drilling and Tabletop Exercises

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Business Continuity Strategy: Implement a Shelter-In-Place Plan

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Planning: Develop a Chain of Command

Facility Focus
Business Continuity Plan: Use Checklists for Most Important Steps

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How To Train a New Generation of Technicians

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care: Bioswales Offer Water-Management Benefits

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For Facility Managers, Gaining Influence Means Communicating Effectively

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Considerations in Reviewing Outsourcing Service Contracts

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Staffing and Support Should Affect Choice of Data Center Location

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Effective Communication Takes More Than the Loudest Voice

Facility Maintenance Decisions
OSHA Requirements Include Form 300, Written Plans

Facility Focus
The Evolution of Communication Expectations

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Making Waterless Urinals Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS: Data Can Uncover Energy Deficiencies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS: How to Implement Condition-Based Monitoring

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing: Design, Installation, Maintenance Impact Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lift Specification: Ask Questions About Safety, Training

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building Automation: Document Commissioning for New Installations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
BAS Upgrades: Consider Staffing and Training Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
BAS Upgrades: Balance Sustainability with Functionality

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care Attachments: Cost Not Most Important Factor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Part of Managers' New Normal

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Green Building News

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LEED AP Deadline Approaching

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Best Practices for Good Communications

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Finding the Right Communication Channel

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Listen: Podcasts on Communications

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Carpet Installation and Maintenance

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Research Shows Cool Roofs Have Benefits at City and Global Levels

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Green Initiatives Save Money, Reduce Energy Use with Kim Farlin

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Therapy for Broken Outsourced Service Relationships

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How To Make Data-Based Decisions

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Give Top Management Multiple Reasons When Justifying Projects

Facility Focus
Five Questions to Answer When Communicating Change

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Standardizing Restroom Products

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Fire-Alarm and Detection Systems Areas of Concern

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ADA-Compliant Restroom Renovations

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The Three Levels of Cool Roof Benefits

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Keep Your Air Pressure Positive

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Build Trust with Outsourced Service Providers

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ADA-Compliant Restroom Renovations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personnel Management: How to Quantify Lost Productivity

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What You Need To Know About the Various LEED Credentials

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Water Treatment Demand Planning and Ongoing Attention

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers, Departments Deserve Recognition

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Data Center Fire Safety Strategies

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Lessons Learned from Educational Building Renovations

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CHCP: Installation Insights with Mark J. Deming

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Plumbing: No-Touch Fixtures Improve Restroom Hygiene

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Eight Symptoms of an Inefficient Pumping System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tough Decisions: Managers Need a Strong Conscience

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand Response: Engineers Focus on HVAC, BAS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand Response: Communication is Critical

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Strategic Thinking Can Help the Facility Department Add Value

Facility Maintenance Decisions
City of Springfield (Mo.) Public Grounds Faces Adversity

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Review Existing Outsourcing Service Contracts to Ensure Success

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Developing a Pro-Active Relationship with Outsourced Service Providers

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Longer-payback Energy Upgrades Maximize Building Efficiency

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Reaping the Benefits of Longer-payback Upgrades

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Understanding the Steps in Designing Green Interiors

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To LEED or Not to LEED?

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How Real Companies Executed Sustainable Design

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Avoiding Pitfalls In LEED Certification

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Managing Input During Renovation Project Planning

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The Logistics of Campus Renovation Projects

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Developing an Effective Emergency Communication Program

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Funding an Emergency Communication System

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Integrating Emergency Communications Systems

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Steps to Determine Proper Scope of Elevator Modernization

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Preparing to Put the Elevator Modernization Plan into Action

Facility Focus
Energy Audit Yields Big Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Hiring, Working with Contractors

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FM-IT Partnership Can Increase Data Center Energy Efficiency

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Utility Incentives Can Help Cover the Cost of Retrocommissioning

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Emergency Planning: Materials and Training

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Concrete Coatings: Successful Applications

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrocommissioning: Identify Energy-Efficiency Issues

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Data Center Fire Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers: What Would You Do with $100,000?

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The Benefits of Water Audits

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Keeping An Eye on Roofing Details

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers' Mantra: Turn Lemons into Lemonade

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrocommissioning: How to Select a Consultant

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Department Employs Zone-Maintenance Approach

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Freeze in Hiring, Pay Increases Impacts Productivity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Load Profiling: Use Sub-Meters, Data-Collection Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Retrocommissioning: Question Boiler-Maintenance Records

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Drain Cleaning: How to Recruit and Retain Workers

Building Operating Management
Roof Problems Often Start at the Seams

Building Operating Management
Roof Penetrations Can Be the Weak Link

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Protect the Roof from Stress

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Mind the Metal on the Roof

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BACnet Systems Offer Many Opportunities to Improve Sustainability

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BACnet Connectivity and Interoperability

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Interoperability and Green Building

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Controls: Real-World Savings

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Why BACnet?

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

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Power and Communication Needs of Supercomputers

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Tackling HPC's Massive Heat Generation

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Cooperation in the Data Center Can Reduce Costs, Increase Reliability

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Managing Common Disagreements Between FM and IT

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Trends in Data Centers

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Survey: Data Centers Taking Steps to Trim Energy Use

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Get the Information on Water Cost and Use

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Restrooms Offer Many Water Efficient Options

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Water Efficient Mechanical Systems and Irrigation Systems

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ADA: What FMs Need to Know

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ADA: Impact on Operations

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How Commercial Real Estate is Doing Depends on Point of View

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Commercial Real Estate Recovery: Drivers and Dampers

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The New Normal for Commercial Real Estate Market

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Survey: Shadow Space Will Slow Recovery

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LED Performance Improving

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Where to Use LEDs

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Factors for LED Retrofit

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Specifying LED Systems

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What do the LEED Minimum Program Requirements Really Mean?

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Mowers: Purchasing Includes Product Research, Hands-On Evaluations

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How Do You Determine Your Organization's Carbon Footprint?

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Water Safety Plan Is Needed to Combat Legionella

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When Change Is Coming, Change Management Is Essential

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Focus on Energy Efficiency: Sub-Metering Strategies

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Emergency Planning: Five Ideas to Protect Technicians

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When Change Is Coming, Change Management Is Essential

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Chiller System Design Can Improve Data Center Energy Efficiency

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CMMS: Open Applications Fuel Department Integration

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Function Assessment Is First Step in Building Automation Upgrade Planning

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How to Plan for Emergency Events

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Vegetative Roofs Moderate Interior Building Temperatures

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Outsourcing to DIY

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Green Building Design and Fire Safety

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Plan on Good IAQ

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Marketing Maintenance: How to Communicate the Value of Your Job

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Moving to Sustainability: Managers Should Look at Past Accomplishments

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Avoiding Conflict Between FM and IT

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Designing for Productivity and Green Strategies Overlap

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Emergency Planning: Define Roles and Responsibilities

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Emergency Planning: OSHA Offers Training Materials

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Project Management: Technicians Get Involved in Design

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Maintenance: Selling Your Accomplishments to Top Management

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Selling Your Accomplishments: Use Data to Make the Case

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A License to Steal the Next Big Idea

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Vegetative Roofs: How to Ensure a Leak-Proof System

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Vegetative Roofs: Pay Attention to Structure, Plants, Rooftop Access

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Vegetative Roofs: How to Waterproof the System

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CMMS: Advanced Reporting, Condition-Based Maintenance

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Energy-Efficiency Projects Save School District Money, Improve IEQ

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HVAC Upgrades: District Focuses on Motors, Drives, Geothermal

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Direct-Digital Controls Improve Schools' Energy Efficiency

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Is Energy/Climate Legislation Still Possible?

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Establishing the Need for New Controls

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High Performance Starts with Integrated Design and Energy Modeling

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Innovative HVAC Elements to Consider

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Construction Projects Move Forward Despite Budget Cuts, Delays

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Adding Data Center Scope Doesn't Have to Mean Build New

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Data Center Renovation Versus Build New Considerations

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Data Center Renovation Costs and Plans

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Data Center Security Design

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Common Security Risks for Data Centers

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Fire Safety and Prevention in Data Centers

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Green Building News

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Tests and Mockups Ensure Proper New Window Selection

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When Windows Fail

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Emergency Planning: Protecting Front-Line Workers

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CMMS Installation: Hospital to Monitor KPIs

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New and Established Automation Companies Offer Energy Options

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Infrared Imaging: How to Detect Accurate Temperature Readings

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Power Management: Demand Response & The Grid

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Facility Managers Can Use Data to Build Clout

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Water Audit: Obtain Fixture Flow Rates, Waste-Line Sizes

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Retrocommissioning Benefits Include IAQ, Longer Equipment Life

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Retrofits: Organizations Invest in Maintenance, Engineering Departments

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Combined Heat and Power: Cogeneration Saves University Money

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Power Meters: Report to Building-Control System

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Water Audit: Create a Fixture Inventory

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Water Audit: Identify Water Waste

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Plumbing Retrofits: Technicians Need to Review Waste System

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CMMS Installation: Lessons Learned

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Infrared Imaging: Link Between Temperature & Equipment Failure

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Managers Not Flinching During Tough Times

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Five Long-Term Strategic Planning Tips for College Campuses

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Tactical Steps for Retrofitting College Campuses

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Daylighting Benefits Lie in Proper Design, Control

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Start With Integrated Design, Maintain Results With Diligence

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What Energy Dashboards Can Do

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Who Might Benefit From a Dashboard?

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Sorting Out Energy Dashboard Software

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Concrete Maintenance: Coating or Painting?

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Determining Damages in Green Building Lawsuits

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Responsibilities Must Be Spelled Out In a Green Building Contract

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Designer’s Professional Liability Insurance Issues

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New Energy Efficiency Programs and Financing Mechanisms Available

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Judging the Corporate Attitude Towards Outsourcing

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Fire Sprinkler Retrofits in Existing Buildings

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Facility Professionals Discuss Managing Retrofits

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Inventory: CMMS Captures Critical Data

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How to Conduct a Water Audit

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Predictive Maintenance: The Use of Vibration Analysis

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Inventory: Base Decisions on Real-Life Data

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Concrete Coatings: Avoid Unexpected Costs

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Equipment Inspections: Infrared Thermography & Oil Analysis

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Technician Training: Funding Makes a Difference

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Facility Managers Can Help To Lessen Stress Of Elevator Stranding

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CHP System: Turbine Reduces Greenhouse-Gas Emissions

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Cogeneration: How to Commission a CHP Plant

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CHP System Lowers Utility Bills, Generates Reliable Power

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Cogeneration Installation: Lessons Learned

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Plumbing Retrofits: How to Save Money

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Plumbing Retrofits: Determine Product Compatibility

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Plumbing Retrofits: Focus on Water Conservation

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Retrofits Test Managerial Skills

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Vibration Analysis Avoids Equipment Failure

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Concrete Maintenance: Three Groups of Opaque Coatings

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Concrete Coatings: Steps to Successful Installations

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Grounds Management: Crews Revamp Park's Landscapes, Hardscapes

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Water Treatment Programs Can Solve Three Problems

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Facility Managers Should Seek Allies in Other Departments

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Retrocommissioning Can Solve Three Common Controls Problems

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Door Hardware: ADA, NFPA Affect Product Specification

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LEED Lays the Groundwork for Water Efficiency Plans

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Plumbing Upgrades a Good Place to Start for Water Conservation

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Always Consider Energy, the Envelope and Reuse What You Can

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Best Practices: Daylighting, IAQ, Green Cleaning and More

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Fourteen Critical Business Topics FMs Should Understand

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New Energy Star Rating System An Accessible Benchmark for Industry

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First to Earn Data Center Energy Star Share Their Strategies

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Performance of Green Paints

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Outsourced Facilities Management Survey Data

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Condensate Line Maintenance for Good IAQ

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National Fire Statistics

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Security Upgrade: Hospital Undertakes Risk Assessment

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Flexible, Ergonomic Workstations

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Creating a Dynamic, Creative Workplace

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Monitoring Is an Essential Part of Water Treatment Program

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Hazmat Management: A Nine-Step Program

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In Change Management, Allies Are Crucial

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Energy Management System Can Streamline Facility Maintenance Tasks

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Managers Discuss Strategies for Participating in Demand-Response Programs

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Condensing Boilers: Understanding Efficiency Ratings

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Big-Ticket Purchases: Financial Justification

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Accessibility and Restroom Renovations

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Hazmat: Steps for Effective Materials Management

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LEED: Managers Need to Educate Executives

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Grounds Care: Designing, Maintaining Athletic Fields with Michael Tarantino

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Managers, Staff Team Up When Purchasing Mowers, Utility Vehicles

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Maintaining Exterior Painted Wood

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DDC Controls Make Retrocommissioning Easier, More Essential

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Sustainability: Not Such a Dirty Word

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Financial Justification: Develop Capital-Budgeting Policies

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Security Retrofit: Upgrade Access-Control System

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Security: IP-Based, Digital Cameras Streamline Retrofit

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Boiler Controls Monitor Heating-System Requirements

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Boilers: Maintenance Impacts Energy Efficiency

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Hazmat Management: Create an Inventory

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Hazmat Management: Review Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

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Personal Protective Equipment: OSHA's Stricter Enforcement

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Hazmat: Eliminate Hazardous-Waste Streams

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Hazmat Management: International System Targets Labels, MSDS

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Managers Discuss Successful Recycling Programs

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Water Conservation

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Tools to Diagnose IAQ

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Standards for Performance Help FMs Choose the Right Paint

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Green Paint Standards Protect IAQ and Occupants

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Paint Certifications Balance Green and Performance Benefits

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Paints Product Showcase

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Metal Roof and Wall's Durability and Versatility

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Metal's Green Credentials, Good Looks

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Sustainability Focus Transforms NYC Schools

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Coordination Across City Organizations Drives Sustainability Success

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Finding the Funding for Energy Education and Efficiency

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Roof Coatings: LEED, Energy Star and the Cool Roof Rating Council

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UPS: A Maintenance Checklist

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Green Paint Certifications

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Power Management: Common UPS Technology

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Continuing Education: Curriculum for Maintenance, Engineering Managers

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Communicating During an Emergency

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CMMS: Five Commonly Underused Functions

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Maintenance Solutions Achievement Awards Winners Announced

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Outsourcing: Strategies for Hiring, Managing Contractors with Steve Spencer

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Daylighting and Cubicle Walls

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The Different Levels of Energy Audits

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Energy Audits: Analyze Energy Use, Review Utility Rate Structure

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Energy Audits: Performing an Economic Analysis

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Department Champion Builds Support for Maintenance, Operations

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Building Envelopes: Inspection Requirements for EIFS

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How to Replace Building-Envelope Components

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Roof Coatings: What is the Annual Savings Potential?

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Roof Coatings: Steps for Adhesion Tests

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Power Management: Four Common UPS Technologies

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Aerial Lifts: Direct Electric Drive Provides Longer Duty Cycles

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CMMS Capabilities

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Data Management for Continuous Improvement

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Engaging Staff, Occupants for Sustainable Success

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Common Sense Strategies for Energy Efficiency

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Commissioning Systems, Evaluating Loads for Energy Savings

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Optimize the Acoustics of Open Offices

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Block and Cover Sound

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Grounds Care: Special Events Threaten Landscape Health

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Water Conservation: Use Utility Bills to Establish Baseline

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Aerial Work Platforms: Safety Tips

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Selecting Water Closets and Urinals

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Managers Discuss Priorities for Codes, Standards, Regulations

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Making the Facility Department More Visible in the Organization

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Soft Skills Are Important in Retrocommissioning

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Building Automation and Maintenance

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Determining if an Existing Facility's Infrastructure can Meet High-tech Needs

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Three Common Boiler Safety Devices

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Water-Efficiency Guidelines

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Power, Water Meters Help Earn Green Building Credits

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Plumbing Systems and Sustainability

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Accessibility and Restrooms

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Managers Should Protect Training Funds

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Bottom-Line Water-Conservation Strategies with Jeff Hanulec

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Tips of the Trade - Gaining Clout With Communication

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Building Clout With Data

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Tackling Big Challenges Pays Off with Clout

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Networking Helping FMs Get Things Done

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Photovoltaic Roofs: What is the ROI?

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Aerial Work Platforms: Operator Training Options

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Aerial Lifts: Safety, Training Reflect Company's Reputation

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Smithsonian Gardens: Roof Garden Poses Maintenance Challenges

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Integrated Pest Management: Sustainability and Training

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Bio-Diesel: Lack of Reliable Supply Prevents Widespread Use

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Bio-Diesel: Use of Alternative Fuel Boosts University's Image

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Collaboration Among Designers, Operators Silences Skepticism

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Energy Utilization Index: Meters, Software Improve Facilities Monitoring

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Demand Meters Help Facilities Qualify for Utility Programs

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Boiler Safety: Ongoing Training Avoids Potential Problems

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Sub-Meters Assess Performance of Water-Using Systems

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Equipment Rental: Ask These Eight Questions

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Equipment Rental: Managers Need Answers on Costs, Contracts

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New Energy Efficient Lighting Technologies

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Lighting Audits and Tax Incentives

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Understanding BACnet Capabilities, Getting Past Obstacles

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Be Strategic and Save Money

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Learn How to Use Data and Make Allies

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Increasing Data Center Capacity and Improving Efficiency

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Cooling a Trading Floor's Data Center

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Even with Change Management Efforts, Change Takes Time

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Three Factors Can Limit BAS Interoperability

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Lavatory Faucet and Hand Dryer Considerations

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A Little About the LEED

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Flooring: Working with a Contractor

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Inventory Management Best Practices

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Savings Through Sprinkler Retrofit

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Managers Discuss Emergency Preparedness, Disaster Planning

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Huge Savings for California to Be Found in Commercial Building Efficiency

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Inventory Management Best Practices

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Green Programs Provide Facilities Education

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Lighting Controls: Punch Lists, Commissioning, Recommissioning

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CMMS: The Role of Custom-Report Generators

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Managers Need to Revamp New-Employee Orientation

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Degrees of Debate: What Should Managers Know?

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The Manager's Role in LEED Certification with Curt Stainbrook

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Architects, Managers Join Forces in Buildings, Grounds Projects

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Snow & Ice Removal: Managing Anti-Icing and Deicing Materials

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New-Employee Orientation: Eight Elements of Success

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Proactive Emergency Planning Avoids Managers Getting Burned

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CMMS Upgrades: Managers, Upper Management Need to Speak Same Language

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TPO Roof Replaces Leaking Inverted Roof-Membrane Assembly System

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Roof Retrofit: Medical Center Recycles Roofing Materials

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Drain Cleaning: When to Rent or Buy Equipment

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Lighting Controls: Five Key Maintenance Practices

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Lighting Retrofits: Learn from Others' Mistakes

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Energy Management Solutions Likely Already Housed In Facilities

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Plumbing and Water Conservation

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Restrooms and ADA

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Sprinkler System Retrofit Benefits

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Sprinkler Retrofit Project Considerations

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Floor Installation and Maintenance

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Backup Generators, UPS Systems Provide Power in an Outage

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What is the RoofPoint Rating System?

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The Basics of RoofPoint

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The Importance of a Durable Roof

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Using the Recession to Embrace Organizational Change

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Recalibrating the Portfolio, Revamping the Brand

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CCI Partners with ESCOs on Performance Contracting

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Innovation: Tax Lien Financing

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Tips for Facility Managers to Smooth the LEED-EBOM Certification Process

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Seven Common Types of Roof Insulation

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IAQ: Shape the Story

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Hospital's Aging Core Poses Maintenance, Engineering Challenges

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Lift Specification: Answer Seven Questions

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Cool Roof A Simple Solution For Recover, Replacement Projects

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2010 ASHRAE Ventilation Standard Released

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Talking about ADA

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Comprehensive Energy, Climate Legislation Still Has Chance of Passing

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FMs Say Formal EBOM Certification Not Expensive, Difficult

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Managers Discuss Strategies for Determining an Energy Baseline

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Ten Reasons for Outsourcing Failure

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Plumbing and water conservation

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Financial Disclosures Attributed to Climate Change the Focus of New Standard

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Data Centers Can Now Earn Energy Star Label

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Lighting Retrofits: Save Money, Reduce Maintenance with Betsy Pooley

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Bottom Lines Are Putting Water Efficiency In Spotlight

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Why LEED-EB Certify?

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Strategies for Attaching Insulation to Roof Decks

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Tips for Specifying Roof Insulation

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Codes, Standards Influence Lighting Retrofits

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Building-Automation System Streamlines Preventive Maintenance

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Chris Matt: LEED Fosters Facilities Education

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Project Planning: Grounds, Utilities, and Facility Managers Work Together

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How to Measure a Contractor's Performance

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Organization Closes Old Hospital, Opens New Facility Same Day

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Mowers Fuel Grounds Departments' Sustainability Initiatives

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How to Squeeze More Savings From the EMS

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Size of Automation Systems Should Be Proportionate to Building

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Managers Can Maintain Building Service Levels While Saving Money With BAS

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Water Consumption Can Be Controlled With Use of Submeters

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Facilities With Cool Roofs Less Affected By Urban Heat Islands

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Cool Roofs Can Be Disadvantage Above Certain Latitudes

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Vegetation Another Holistic Approach To Cool Roofing

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New Landscaping, Irrigation Techniques Can Help Conserve Water

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Improving Fixture Efficiency Can Help Reduce Water Waste

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Climate Change Still Battling Court of Public Opinion in US

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Comprehensive Reform Will Affect Buildings Beyond Class A

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Some in Commercial Real Estate Are Addressing Carbon Footprint

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EBOM Certification Offers Independent Verification, Justification

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EBOM Requires Three-Month Measurement, Certification Period

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More Vendors Becoming Acquainted With EBOM Submission Process

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Finding an Exterior Painting Contractor

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Energy-Efficient Cladding Can Reduce Heating, Cooling Loads

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Check ASME Codes Before A Full-Scale Elevator Modernization

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Lower Energy Consumption, Longer Life Cycle Benefits of Green Data Centers

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Avoid Maintenance Backlogs with Real-Time CMMS Data

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Legislation Would Set Energy Efficiency Standards for Outdoor Pole Lighting

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Maintenance Technician Training with Rod Allen

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Elevator Upgrades: Repair or Full Modernization?

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Managers Discuss Strategies for Savvy Specification

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Energy Savings and Comfort Depend on Sensor Calibration

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Paint Quality and Performance

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Carbon Dioxide Emissions Down In 2009

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EPA Launches New Program to Coordinate Commercial Energy Efficiency Efforts

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How to Minimize Total Cost of Ownership

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Dan Hounsell: Managers' Knowledge of Facilities Fuels Specification

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Acoustics in Classrooms

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Communication Key to Ensure Uptime in Mission-Critical Data Centers

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Security System Efficiency Maximized With Vulnerability Analysis

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

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CMMS: Technicians Should Be Able to Manipulate Data

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Plumbing Fixtures: WaterSense Label Provides Guidance

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Inventory Management: Bins, Shelves, Racks Create Efficient Storerooms

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Chris Matt: Managers Consult Colleagues During Specification

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What Are the Benefits of Insulation?

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Portable Cooling Units One Option In Data Center HVAC Control

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Facility Managers May Want to Revisit Concept of Factory Testing

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Faster Problem Solving, Better Coordination Benefits of Communication

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Elevator Modernization Also Can Affect Electrical, HVAC Systems

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Self-Powered Wireless Sensors Eliminate the Need for Batteries

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Making Waterless Urinals Work

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Water Treatment Records Are Not Just Busy Work

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Building-Automation System: Retrofit Starts with Metering

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Communication Is Essential to Change Management

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BAS Can Help Facility Managers Take Advantage of Smart Grid

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Seven Questions for Lift Specification

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Reducing Maintenance Costs with Assessments and Training

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What Comes After LEED Certification?

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Strengthening the Link Between FM and IT

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Effective Service Procurement

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Maintenance Management ROI

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Getting Good Carpet Specifications

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Changes to Decrease Energy Use in Elevators Proposed for Standard 90.1

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Power Tools: Finding the Right Saw

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Managers Discuss Their Role in LEED Certification

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U.S. Office Vacancy Rates Continue to Rise at a Slower Pace

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U.S. Office Market On Track to Bottom Out at Year-End

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The Role of BIM in Building Retrofits

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Legionella: What Managers Need to Know

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How to Debunk the Biggest Maintenance Myths

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Conducting a Building Audit for Maintenance

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Sustainability in Schools: NYC Department of Education

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FMs Should Brush Up On Local Elevator Inspection Standards

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Risk Management: Decrease Costs, Improve Accountability

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Sustainability: Managers' Role in the Triple Bottom Line

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Data Centers: Poor Air Distribution Leads to Hot Spots

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Growing with Your Organization: Strategic Planning

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On-the-Job Education in FM

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Keeping Up with ADA Compliance

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Temperature Control Efficiency Can Maximize Return

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Awards Program Recognizes Managers, Staff

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Retrocommissioning Quickly Pays for Itself in Energy Savings

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Plumbing Retrofits and Audits

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Installation of Wireless Systems, Integration With Existing Controls Can Be Cost Effective

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Restrooms: Specification Starts with Preparation, Prevention

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Lighting Controls: Take Advantage of Rebates, Tax Deductions

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Insulation: Fire Safety Affects Specification

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Managers Discuss Performance of Alternative Fuels

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Sustainable Insulation: Mineral Fiber and Foam Plastics

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Insulation Saves Energy, Complies with Building Codes

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Mass Notification Systems Should Begin With A Plan

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IAQ: Keep Communication Lines Open

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School Districts Take Lead on Sustainability

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Lift Rental: How to Lower the Cost Per Job

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Portable Units Avoid Capital Expenditures for Cooling

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What are the Main Types of Portable-Cooling Units?

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BAS: Direct-Digital Controls, HVAC Equipment Improve Energy Efficiency

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BAS Upgrade Lowers University's Energy Bills 20 Percent

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Grounds Equipment: The Benefits of Propane

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Successful Recycling: A Three-Step Approach

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Questions to Consider When Choosing Flooring

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Roof Coatings: New Set of Specification Questions

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Nation's First Set of Model Codes and Standards for Green Building Announced

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Managers Analyze the Performance of Existing Equipment

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Green Paints Becoming More Durable

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The Benefits and Challenges of Wireless CMMS

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Boilers and Water Heaters: Training Technicians

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HVAC Management Strategies with Mike Holzkamper

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Beyond Buzzwords: Lessons from Manufacturing

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NYC's Greener, Greater Buildings Plan

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Inventory Management: Managers Need to Take Reins

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Developing a Business Continuity Plan with Sean Nelson

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UPS: Standby Systems Ideal for Small Applications

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A Mixed Bag of Bills Addresses Environment, Cap and Trade

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Green Technology: Solar Wall Impacts Heating Loads

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Utility Vehicles: Application Helps Determine Attachments

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Maintenance Staff Influences Building Design, Product Specification

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Project Team Replaces Switchgear, Specifies Direct Digital Controls

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Plumbing Technology Advances Help Meet Code Requirements

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Restrooms: Develop Standard Practices Manual

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Common Recycling Streams

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Recycling: Containing Costs

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Recycling: Dispelling Common Myths

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With HVAC Upgrades, Reduce Loads First to Maximize Energy Savings

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BAS Start/Stop Optimization Offers Savings

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Wireless CMMS: Managers Must Convince Technicians

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Wireless CMMS: Consider Total Cost of Ownership

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CMMS: Wireless Connectivity an Issue

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Roof Coatings: Advanced Formulations Improve Durability

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Roof Coatings: Pay Attention to Green Claims

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Roof Coatings: Online Calculators Quantify Energy Savings

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Fresh Set of Eyes Helps See Big Picture

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Understanding Why Employees Resist Change

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Plumbing & Water Conservation

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The Roles of EPA and DOE in Environmental Legislation

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From Local to Global, Climate Change Legislation is Gaining Ground

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National Significance of NYC Benchmarking Legislation

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Evaluate New Construction, Renovations with EPAct in Mind

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Power Tools: The Right Saw for the Right Application

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Boiler Retrofit: Space Constraints Pose Installation Challenges

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Managing IAQ During School Renovations

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Choosing Paint Colors for Classrooms

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OSHA Releases Workplace Injury and Illness Information

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss the Evolution of Technician Training

Building Operating Management
Greenguard Certification Programs Offer Guidance for FMs

Building Operating Management
Pilot IAQ Certification Program

Building Operating Management
Linking the BAS with the IT Enterprise Takes Building Integration Beyond FM

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Budget Blueprint: Align, Attack, Focus

Building Operating Management
Understanding the Metrics for Chilled Air in Data Centers

Building Operating Management
Improving Data Center Air Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Xeriscapes Feature Succulent, Drought-Tolerant Plants

News & Views
Find Allies to Win Funding for Facility Projects

Building Operating Management
Low-cost and No-cost Strategies for Sustainability

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ASHRAE Receives NIST Grant to Study IAQ in Retail Stores

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dan Hounsell: Pay Attention to Your Customers

Building Operating Management
Creating a Mass Notification Plan and Adopting New Technology

Building Operating Management
New NFPA Code for Emergency Communcations Systems

5 Minutes With
Developing a Plan for Snow and Ice Removal with Tim Holysz

Building Operating Management
Mass Notification Product Showcase

Building Operating Management
Schools and Universities Should Examine Emergency Response Plans

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Data Center Energy Efficiency Metrics Established

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
Maintenance Requirements for Uninterruptible Power Supplies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vertical-Type Boilers Use Floating Head Design

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Multiple-Boiler Installation Creates Energy, Cost Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology Talk: Jigsaws, Miter Saws, Circular Saws

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Photosensors: Wireless, Self-Calibrating Products Emerge

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Chris Matt: Training Budgets Shrink but Education Remains Strong

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Portable Heating and Cooling: Specification Starts with Facility Analysis

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Safety: The Goals of Visual Inspections

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U.S. Office Might Bottom Out at Mid-Year, At Best

News & Views
The REAL Way To Be Carbon Neutral

News & Views
Avoiding Problems with HVAC Systems

News & Views
Using Workplace to Shape Corporate Culture

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boiler Maintenance: Establish a Water-Treatment Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Department Spearheads Plumbing Retrofits

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Rise in Vacancy Rates Continues, but Pace Slows

News & Views
Special Furniture Requirements for Mobile Workers

News & Views
Specifying the Right Lift for the Job

News & Views
Researching Floorcovering Manufacturers

News & Views
Ergonomic Workstations for Mobile Employees

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What are the Benefits of Vegetative Roofs?

Building Operating Management
Advances in Communications Infrastructure Support a Range of Building-Based Systems

Building Operating Management
Increased Levels of Collaboration Now Possible Between Intelligent Buildings and Fire and Life Safety Systems

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Recovery Act Funds Awarded for Data Center Efficiency Research

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Another Decline in Nonresidential Construction Forecasted for 2010

Building Operating Management
Mission Critical Facilities Require Cooperation Between Facilities and IT

Building Operating Management
Teaching IT About Energy Efficiency in Data Centers

Building Operating Management
ASHRAE and Energy Star for Green Data Centers

News & Views
Setting the Standard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance 'Smart Teams' Make Department More Efficient

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boiler Maintenance: Determine Ideal Blowdown Rates

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boiler Maintenance: Safety Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Applications for Portable Heating and Cooling Grow

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Common Mistakes in Specifying Portable Heating and Cooling Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Portable Heating and Cooling: Quantify a Room's Heat Load

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Portable Heating and Cooling: Key Questions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vegetative Roofs: A Look at the Disadvantages

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specification Tips for Extensive and Intensive Vegetative Roofs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vegetative Roofs: Secondary Components Include Root Barriers and Vapor Retarders

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vegetative Roofs: Ensuring Proper Design and Installation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vegetative Roofs: Pay Attention to Base Flashing and Penetrations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Texas School District Specifies High-Efficiency Toilets and Urinals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technicians Play Key Role in Plumbing Retrofit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Satellite Facility Streamlines Plumbing Maintenance Tasks

News & Views
Plumbing Retrofits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Care Equipment: Assess Department Needs Before Purchasing

News & Views
Assessing the Performance of Green Paints

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers and Water Heaters: Proper Training Can Save Money

Building Operating Management
3-D Laser Scanning Speeds Up Building Condition Surveys

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Health Care Facility Ventilation Standard Incorporated into FGI Guidelines

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Renovations Should Focus on IAQ, Purchasing, Material Handling

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware: Battery-Operated Combination Lock Requires No Wiring

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

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Commercial Property Declines Show Signs of Easing

Building Operating Management
How Cap and Trade Regulations Work and Who May Be Affected

5 Minutes With
Benchmarking Energy Use with Mike Zanghi

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS: Managers Need to Customize Reports

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware: O&M Manuals Contain Parts Lists, Wiring Diagrams

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware: Technician Training Critical with Advanced Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door Hardware: Controlling Cross-Contamination

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Automating Operations: Hospital Upgrades Building-Automation System, CMMS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Purchasing: Consider VOCs, Water Use, Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Waste Management: Tips for Recycling, Reuse During Renovation Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers and Water Heaters: A How-To Training Guide

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Manufacturers, Community Colleges Offer Boiler Operator Training

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training Programs Must Account for New Boiler, Water Heater Technology

Facility Maintenance Decisions
PRODUCT FOCUS: Boilers and Water Heaters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Equipment: Rent, Lease or Buy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green Renovations: Best Practices for Preserving IAQ

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Construction Costs Forecast to Decline Further in Fourth Quarter

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building Addition, Remote Campus Headline Hospital Expansion

Building Operating Management
Preparing for Cap and Trade and its Impact on Energy Costs

Building Operating Management
Alternative Energy Strategy for Health Care: Cogeneration

Building Operating Management
Preserve the Natural Landscape to Protect the Building

News & Views
Using Water to Cool a Data Center

News & Views
Energy Strategy for the Road Ahead

News & Views
Plumbing-system specification

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IREM Develops Best Practices for Real Estate Management Companies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscape Services Department Acts as On-Campus Contractor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building Construction or Renovations Include Landscape Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Sustainability Affects Product Specification

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

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Inspecting Roof-Deck Substrates Ensures Successful Installations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What Role Does Insulation Play in Roof Installations?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing Retrofits Start with Fixture Inventory

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hospital Shuts Down Floors to Perform Plumbing Retrofit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Metering Improves Water-Conservation Efforts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Select the Most Appropriate Lift

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Six Factors To Consider When Specifying Aerial Lifts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Aerial Work Platforms: Matching the Lift to the Application

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lift Features Include Air Compressor, Generator, Safety Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Checklist for Specifying Lift Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Developing an HVAC Emergency-Preparedness Plan

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Preparedness: Consider Heating and Cooling Loads

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Steps for Implementing a Support Structure for Temporary HVAC Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Where Is the Best Place to Install Temporary HVAC Equipment?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Temporary HVAC Equipment: The Rent-or-Buy Decision

5 Minutes With
Building-Automation Systems and Energy Efficiency with Skip Milton

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Initiative Releases Sustainable Landscapes Rating System

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Commercial Real Estate Distress Far From Over, Survey Shows

Building Operating Management
How Evidence-Based Design Practices Could Aid Facility Operations

Building Operating Management
Designing a More Energy Efficient Data Center

News & Views
Outsourcing in the Data Center

News & Views
Look for Green Paint Certifications

News & Views
Building automation and maintenance

News & Views
Elevators And Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Planning A Lighting Upgrade? Here are Two Types of Utility Rebate Programs To Consider

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U.S. Office Vacancy Rates Continue Climb, But are Slowing

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New Guidance on Specifying Flush Urinals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Restroom Retrofits: Fixture Technology Expands

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Restrooms: 1.6-Gallon-Per-Flush Toilets Improve Water Conservation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Three Applications for Lavatory Faucets

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Restrooms: Plumbing-Fixture Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Restroom Paper Products: Standard to Address Environmental Impact

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Drain Cleaning: Locator Systems Detect Underground Clogs

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New Report Examines Cost Of Delaying Action on Climate Change in California

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CBRE Market Analysis Predicts More Real Estate Opportunities Than Buyers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hazmat Management Starts with an Inventory

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hazmat Management: Containers Key to Technician Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hazardous Materials: Common Storage Problems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hazardous Materials: Recordkeeping Meets EPA Requirements

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building-Automation System Upgrade Meets Energy-Efficiency Demands

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Airport Upgrades to Wireless BAS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
BAS Improves HVAC Control, Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building-Automation System: Technician Training Key to Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Retrofits: Consider Maintenance During Installation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Equipment Rental: What Should Managers Ask Rental Companies?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pest Management: What is Green Shield Certification?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pesticides: Applicators Must Meet EPA Requirements

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pest Management: The Key Steps in an IPM Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Practices Can Resist Pests

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Three Types of Air Filters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC's Impact on IAQ and Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Airport Looks for Ways to Cut Costs

5 Minutes With
Lessons in Educational Funding with Tim Woodley

News & Views
Plumbing Systems and Water Savings

News & Views
Narrow Flooring Choices with These Questions

Building Operating Management
Focus On Roofing Materials and Workmanship To Improve Longevity

Building Operating Management
Reliable Backup Power Requires Careful Design Attention

Building Operating Management
Preventing UPS and Generator Compatibilty Problems

Building Operating Management
What Tier 4 Emissions Rules For Backup Generators Mean

Building Operating Management
Elevator Modernization Can Bring Green Benefits

Building Operating Management
Green Elevator Cab Construction

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EPA Guidance Targets PCBs in Caulk in K-12 Schools

Building Operating Management
Green Building News: Climate Change Economics, LEED AP Credentials And McKinsey & Company

Building Operating Management
Ten Tips For Facility Managers To Cut Energy Costs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
BAS Promotes Trending and Preventive Maintenance Practices

News & Views
Use Results from Low- and No-Cost HVAC Measures to Sell Capital Upgrades

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Report Analyzes Real Estate Accounting Changes’ Impact on Corporate Financial Results

Building Operating Management
Elevator Showcase

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Consider Performance, Environment When Specifying Paints

News & Views
Avoid Rush Jobs By Building Bridges to Other Departments

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wireless Building-Automation Controls Improve Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Benefits of Retrocommissioning Quickly Pay for Costs

Building Operating Management
DDC Controls Make Retrocommissioning Easier, More Essential

Building Operating Management
Retrocommissioning Should Involve Operating Staff

News & Views
BAS Has an Important Role with Demand Response

Building Operating Management
Proper Maintenance and Specs Lead to Roofing Sustainability and Longevity

Building Operating Management
Metal Roof Retrofits can Offer Energy Efficiency, Durability Benefits

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Data Center Construction Costs Down, Study Finds

News & Views
Three Elevator Performance Measures

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire-System Maintenance Includes Fire Alarms and Extinguishers

News & Views
Two Data Center Airflow Management Tips

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Modest Increases in 2008 Total Operating Income and Costs of Office Buildings Reported

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Plays Key Role in Building Addition

Building Operating Management
LEED Water Efficiency Tips

Building Operating Management
LEED Energy and Atmosphere Tips

Building Operating Management
LEED Materials and Resources Tips

Building Operating Management
High-Rise Evacuation Strategy? Shelter-In-Place

Building Operating Management
The Benefits Of Metal Wall Cladding

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints: Third-Party Organizations Develop Standards, Certification Programs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Master Painters Institute Develops Application Guidelines

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: The Impact of VOCs on Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Resort Retrofits Wastewater-Treatment System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demand-Response Program Leads to Potential Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fire Systems: Inspection, Testing and Maintenance Ensure Compliance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wireless Sensors Better Control Classroom Temperature

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Heat Exchangers Eliminate Pressure Differential

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wireless Lighting Controls Save Energy, Improve the Bottom Line

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Draft Standard Targets Door Control Panels

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Department's Structure Creates Efficient Mowing Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Minimize Disruption to Resort Occupants

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USGBC Assesses Performance of LEED-Certified Buildings

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AIA Award Recognizes Educational Facilities

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

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West Can Help Meet Its Water Needs With Low Impact Development Approach

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AIA Report Estimates Up to 270,000 Construction Industry Jobs Could be Created if American Clean Energy Security Act is Passed

Building Operating Management
Allstate Aims for Improved Reliability and Flexibility with New Data Center

News & Views
Get the Elevator Maintenance You Pay For

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Commercial Real Estate Woes Far From Over, Survey Shows

Building Operating Management
CCI Partners With ESCOs To Shrink Carbon Footprints

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Poll Shows CRE Professionals Expect Slow Recovery

News & Views
Mass Notification System Audio Messaging

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Tenant Demand Declining Worldwide, but Slowing in the U.S.

Building Operating Management
Evaluating Ceiling Acoustics

Building Operating Management
Windows and Thermal Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Standing-Seam Systems: Follow Rules for Handling Penetrations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Upgrades: Strategies to Meet ASHRAE 90.1-2001

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Nameplate Motor Power Information Helps Determine Pumping Power

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC, Lighting Retrofits Fuel Arena's LEED Certification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wet Insulation Decreases a Building's R-Value, Thermal Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Infrared Cameras Can Detect Thermal Bridging, Air Leaks, Wet Insulation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LEED Certification: Hardscape Management and Water-Conservation Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Propane Mowers: Lower Operating Costs, Less Maintenance

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Portland Cement Association Releases Blast Resistant Design Guide

News & Views
Subfloor Preparation for Carpet Installation

News & Views
Is Your Elevator Getting Clean Backup Power?

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Waterless Urinal FAQ: All You Wanted To Know And More About Waterless Urinals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cooling: Assess Overall Heat Gain to Calculate Loads

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Maintenance Strategies to Ensure Healthy IAQ

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Systems: Membranes, Installation, and Coatings Affect Sustainability

Building Operating Management
BACnet Offers Path to Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Khobar Towers Attack Proved Need for Mass Notification

News & Views
Paints and Coatings: Scheduling Projects

Building Operating Management
What the Restroom Communicates About Your Building

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Uninterruptible Power Supplies: Flywheels Can Replace Batteries

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Commercial Property Vacancy Rates Continue to Rise

News & Views
Proper Maintenance Will Improve Air Distribution Efficiency

News & Views
Evaluate How the BAS Will Connect With Other Systems

Building Operating Management
Insulated Metal Wall Panels Gain Acceptance

Building Operating Management
LEED Principle: Stormwater Management and Roofing

Building Operating Management
LEED Principle: Urban Heat Island Mitigation and Roofing

Building Operating Management
An Overview of New Toilet, Hand Dryer and Sensor Technology

Building Operating Management
Restrooms and Building Code Issues

Building Operating Management
BACnet Legacy Migration Can Ease With an Older BAS

Building Operating Management
Where to Find Incentives and Rebates for Lighting Upgrades

Building Operating Management
NFPA-72-2010 Dedicated to Mass Notification Systems

News & Views
When Sizing HVAC Systems, Focus on Proper Margin for Safety

News & Views
Elevator Wait Times Getting You Down?

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

Facility Maintenance Decisions
PRODUCT FOCUS: Sustainable Roofing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Healthy IAQ: Control Contaminants

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cooling Equipment: Technician Training

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow and Ice Removal Equipment: Maintenance Checklist

Building Operating Management
Listen Up: Consider How Acoustics Can Complement Green Designs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Rent or Buy Cooling Equipment? Three Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Calculating Cooling: Load-Factor Definitions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Should Managers Replace Systems Using R-22?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Uninterruptible Power Supplies: Specification Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Systems Impact Heating, Cooling Loads

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

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Roofing Options Demand Unique Maintenance Activities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Wireless CMMS: Key Features and Functions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Manage Work Orders, Parts with Wireless CMMS

News & Views
Physical Workplace Can Encourage Collaboration

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Following Lift Safety Guidelines Avoids Accidents, Citations

News & Views
Developing A Response To The Threat Advisory System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
What are the Changes in LEED 2009?

News & Views
Facility Staff Essential to BAS Success

News & Views
To Save Energy, Improve Operations

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DOE Announces Free Webcast On Obtaining Clean Renewable Energy Bonds (CREBS)

News & Views
Landscapes and Water Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Application Checklist

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

News & Views
Interoperable Systems Work Together, but They're Not Plug and Play

Building Operating Management
How To Determine If A Green Certification Is Legitimate

Building Operating Management
Climate Change And The Economy: Why Warnings of Economic Doom Are Overblown

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Studies Show Global Companies Still Failing to Report Strategies and Potential Impacts From Climate Change

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Keys To Achieving LEED v3 Certification

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainable Landscapes Include Organic Fertilizers, Irrigation Controls

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Best Practices for Applying Grounds Care Chemicals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Tools Include Brushes, Rollers, Spray Guns

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How To Schedule Successful Paints and Coatings Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Insulation Plays Key Role in Building Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mineral Aggregate Protects Asphalt Built-Up Roofing Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Asphalt Roofs Provide Waterproofing for Vegetative Systems

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

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Chiller Maintenance and Operations Improves Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
DDC System Controls Sensitive Hospital Environment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Manuals Help Ensure Proper Lift Operation and Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lift Safety: Operator Checklist

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lift Safety: Avoiding Falls and Securing Work Areas

News & Views
Four Steps for Controlling Pests

News & Views
Calling Dibs on Evacuation Assembly Points

Building Operating Management
Thermal Conductance And Roofing Systems

Building Operating Management
A Plan to Reduce Carbon Dioxide Emissions

Building Operating Management
Cost Premium For Green Products Drops

Building Operating Management
Green Certification Bodies

Building Operating Management
LEED-EB And Water Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Making Small Data Centers Green

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EPA Announces Energy Star label for Computer Servers

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California Businesses Could Save More Than Enough Water to Supply Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco, Says Report

News & Views
Without Clear Goals, Systems Integration Project May Miss Mark

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U.S. Green Roof Industry Grows By 35 Percent in 2008

Building Operating Management
Repurposing Office Space for Maximum Impact

News & Views
Getting the Benefits of Free Cooling

News & Views
Is Your Elevator Getting Clean Backup Power?

Building Operating Management
Small Steps Lead to Big Data Center Efficiency Gains

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Concern for Regulation is Major Driver for Green Datacenter Efforts in 2009

News & Views
In Benchmarking Studies, Account for Differences Among Buildings

News & Views
Drain-Cleaning: Training Ensures Safe Operations

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

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Real Estate Values Expected to Decline in 2009

News & Views
Improving Campus Emergency Notifications

News & Views
Is Your Data Center Staff Properly Trained?

Building Operating Management
Cleaning Chemicals and Occupant Health

Building Operating Management
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BOMA Releases 100 Ways to Go Green for Earth Day

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BOMI Offers Updated Asset Management Courses

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Proposed House Legislation Would Reduce U.S. Energy Use 10 Percent

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Alliance to Reduce Energy Consumption in Commercial Real Estate Launched

News & Views
Color in Classrooms

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What You Need To Know About Flat Roof Coatings

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Finding Roof Leaks: Three Places to Check For Leaks

News & Views
Be Water Efficient to Save Energy

News & Views
Using the Clinton Climate Initiative to Fund Energy Efficiency Projects

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New Strategic Facility Planning Report Available

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Green Grid Releases Calculator To Model Free Data Center Cooling

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Free DOE Webcast: Advanced Energy Design Guide for K-12 Schools

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New Report Offers Guide To Green Product Certification And Standards Programs

News & Views
Landscape Design: Get Managers Involved

News & Views
Simple Data Center Savings

Building Operating Management
Stimulus Aims to Pop Up Real Estate with Tax Credits

Building Operating Management
Stimulus Offers Path to School Modernization Funding

Building Operating Management
School Modernization Funding Breakdown by State

Building Operating Management
Acoustical Metrics: Sound Transmission Class and Ceiling Attenuation Class

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting Controls Maximize Energy Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Automatic Shutoff Includes Occupancy Sensors, Load-Scheduling Devices

Building Operating Management
Prismatic Versus Parabolic Fixtures

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renovations Present Opportunities for Energy-Efficiency Improvements

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Certification Leads to Informed Decisions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Jets, Augers Clear Specific Drain Blockages

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Power: Key Maintenance Practices for Generators

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bearing Problems Negatively Impact Emergency-Power Systems

Facility Focus
Meeting Future Demands on the Data Center

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Standard for Escape and Evacuation Plans a Potential Life Saver

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Much Unknown About Stairwell Evacuation Behavior, Study Finds

Facility Focus
New Security Challenge: Concealed Weapons on Campus

Facility Focus
Responding to Security Incidents on Campus

News & Views
What Interoperability Is and Isn’t

Facility Focus
Many Ways Educational Facilities Can Tap Into Stimulus Money

Facility Focus
Grounds Management : Sustainability Solutions

Facility Focus
Green Buildings in Today's Economy

Facility Focus
Grounds Issues: Alternative Fuels and Water Use

News & Views
Planning Your New Data Center: Think Modular

News & Views
Keeping Your Elevator Machine Room Cool

News & Views
Keys to Managing Flammable Materials

Facility Focus
Green Grounds Care: LEED Considerations

Building Operating Management
Avoiding Water Penetration in Windows

Building Operating Management
Moisture, Condensation and Mold: Typical Window Problems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green-Roof Maintenance: Irrigation, Weeding, Fertilizing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Four Objectives for Specifying Roof Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Different Substrates Require Different Roof Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Manufacturers Classify Coatings by Binder and Carrier Type

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings Provide Quicker Return on Investment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Dual-Flush Valves, Grey-Water Systems Save Water

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Implement an Integrated Pest Management Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Certain Pesticides Require Specific Spreaders

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spreader Attachments Include Hose and Spray Guns, Skirted Sprayers

News & Views
Personnel Lifts: Warranty Considerations

News & Views
Training Data Center Employees

News & Views
Research Flooring Manufacturers Before You Buy

News & Views
Temperature Monitors Identify Potential Equipment Issues

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ANSI Issues Accrediation to HVAC Certification Body

News & Views
Smaller Workspaces May Not Be More Profitable

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Leonardo Academy Pushes For Green Gaming Industry Standard

News & Views
Layout of Renovated Building Can Be Security Tool

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pervious Paving Saves Water and Money

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers' Roles Expand into Light Construction

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Attachments Ensure Versatility in Light-Construction Equipment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Light-Construction Equipment: Rent vs. Buy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles: Green Still Plays Key Role in Specification Process

Building Operating Management
Good Operations And Maintenance Prevent Mold

Building Operating Management
Ten Tips To Make A Legacy Data Center More Energy Efficient

Building Operating Management
Virtualization Of Servers Can Slash Energy Use

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Need to Address Building-Wide Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Obama Focuses on Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Cap And Trade Challenges

Building Operating Management
How Buildings Can Prepare For Cap And Trade

Building Operating Management
Obama's Green Promises

Building Operating Management
Climate Change Resources

Building Operating Management
Who's Obama's Environmental Team?

Building Operating Management
The Right Elevator Service Agreement Minimizes Downtime

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Determine a Hierarchy for Managing Hazardous Materials

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Compliance Considerations for Managing Hazardous Materials

News & Views
When Buying Servers For Data Centers, Consider The Power Supply

News & Views
Look at Green Building Needs When Planning BAS

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Northeast Greenhouse Gas Allowance Auction Raises $106.5 Million

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Revised Green Guide for Health Care Operations Section Released

News & Views
Avoiding Elevator Vandalism

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Waterless Urinals Require Custodial and Maintenance Training

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Local Codes Differ on Waterless Urinals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Modifying Faucet Aerators and Checking for Leaks to Save Water

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How Do Waterless Urinals Work?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tips for Maintaining Restrooms with Waterless Urinals

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Assessing Odor with Waterless Urinals

Building Operating Management
Efficiency Metrics for Windows, Walls and Roofs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Small Storage Water Heaters Feature Low Initial Cost

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tankless Water Heaters Provide Unlimited Hot Water

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Condensing Water Heaters Reduce Installation and Repair Time

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Implement a Hot-Water-Maintenance Program

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers and Water Heaters

Building Operating Management
Guidelines on Measurement and Verification Published

Building Operating Management
Daylighting: Overcoming Glare and Heat Challenges

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Commercial Real Estate Outlook Dampened

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Emergency Notification Systems: Three Choices To Consider

News & Views
Cutting Data Center Energy Costs

News & Views
Input From Operating Staff Is Crucial To Design Of Building Automation Systems

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Interest in BIM Software Grows, Report Finds

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Cash Tops Commercial Real Estate as Best Investment Option, Survey Finds

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New Report Details Potential of Combined Heat and Power

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Computer Science Building Poses Energy-Efficiency Challenges

Building Operating Management
Water Efficiency Tips For The Restrooms

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pervious Concrete Improves University's Water Conservation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coating Type Depends on Roof Substrate

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings Protect Against UV Light, Leaks, Corrosion

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Proper Surface Preparation is Essential Before Applying Roof Coatings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Should Evaluate Roof Coatings Warranties

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Portable Cleaners and Water Jetters Maintain Drain Lines

Building Operating Management
Lab Report: Some Data Cabling Fails To Meet Fire Safety Standards, Group Says

Building Operating Management
How Cogeneration Systems Can Save Energy Costs

Building Operating Management
Avoiding Cogeneration Problems

Building Operating Management
Metering Strategies for Cogeneration Systems

Building Operating Management
Cogeneration Systems and Paybacks

Building Operating Management
Lighting Quality Metrics: CRI And Temperature

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Temperature Monitors and Thermal Imagers Identify Hot Spots

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Test Equipment Helps Develop Preventive Maintenance Programs

Building Operating Management
Halon Replacements: Inert Gas, Clean Agents And Water Mist Systems

News & Views
Tax Breaks for Efficient HVAC Systems Extended

News & Views
Is Your Elevator Too Slow?

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

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Real Estate Market to Worsen, Survey of Real Estate CEOs Concludes

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EPA Settles Asbestos Cases with Maryland Schools

News & Views
How To Manage Electronic Waste

Topic
Tips For Applying Concrete Floor Coatings

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ASHRAE Offers First Exam for Operations Certification

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EPA Assessment Highlights Effective Mercury-Free Alternatives

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New Evaluation Program Verifies Green Claims

News & Views
Should BAS Be Open or Proprietary?

Topic
Maintenance Tips For Elevator Controls

Topic
What The Elevator Code Says About Fires

Topic
Eliminating In-Cab Elevator Controls

Building Operating Management
Adding LEED Certification After Project Planning Has Begun

Building Operating Management
Integrated Design Aids LEED Certification Process

Building Operating Management
Finding and Keeping Good Data Center Employees

Facility Maintenance Decisions
OSHA Standard Requires Annual Hazmat Training

Building Operating Management
Virtualization and Other Tips to Slash Data Center Energy Use

Building Operating Management
New Metric for Data Center Efficiency Proposed

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Communications Critical in Preparing for Storms

Building Operating Management
ICC, NFPA Add Code Provisions For Evacuation Elevators

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Disaster Planning: Securing Power and Water Supplies

Building Operating Management
Smoke, Water Remain Challenges to Evacuation Elevators

Building Operating Management
Elevator Operation and Fires: Phase I and Phase II

Building Operating Management
Reducing Office Space with Alternative Work Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Prevent Electrocution When Operating Lifts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Disaster Preparedness: Expand Fuel Supply for Storms

Building Operating Management
Green Roof Professional Certification Program Announced

Topic
Diagnostic Technology: Thermal Imaging Cameras and Beyond

Topic
Backup Power Supplies Help Ensure Smooth Operations

Topic
Key Decision: Renting vs. Buying Equipment

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Access Board Posts Guidance on Accessibility

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New Report Targets Energy Efficiency in Data Centers

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EPA Settles with Anchorage and University of Kansas Over Hazmat Violations

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ENERGY STAR Launches New Program for Solid-State Lighting

Building Operating Management
Obama, McCain Support Limits on Greenhouse Gases

Building Operating Management
Uphill Battle? Defeat of Cap and Trade Shows a Fight is Still Coming Over Greenhouse Gases

Building Operating Management
As Water Prices Surge, Water Efficiency Gains Momentum

Building Operating Management
Graywater and Water Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Water Efficient Landscapes

Building Operating Management
Water Efficiency: What to Do First

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roll-Over Protection and Attachments for Utility Vehicles

Building Operating Management
Some Companies Taking Action to Cut Greenhouse Emissions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Historic vs. Modern Buildings: Which are More Efficient?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Preparedness: Develop an Operations Matrix

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Preparedness: Securing Water and Power Supplies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning for Emergency Recovery

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Benefits of Metal Roofing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Design and Installation of Metal Roofs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Senate Buildings Receive Lighting, Plumbing Retrofits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintaining Restroom Dispensers To Ensure Reliable Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Determining the Environmental Impact

Facility Maintenance Decisions
VOCs Can Affect Paint Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings: Washability, Durability Play Key Role

Building Operating Management
Lighting Systems and Specification Documents

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Signage and Labeling Hazardous Materials

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managing Compressed-Gas Cylinders

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Green Seal Gains ANSI Accreditation

News & Views
Landscape Management: Solutions for Irrigation and Soil

fn
Commercial Real Estate Feels the Credit Crunch

News & Views
Is Your Elevator Causing Electromagnetic Interference?

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Facility Operations and Performance are Focus of New ASHRAE Certification Program

News & Views
Pick the Right Filter for the Job

News & Views
Evaluate HVAC System Before Upgrading the Energy Management System

Building Operating Management
New Survey Reports on Industry Job Satisfaction, Job Security and FM Pay

Building Operating Management
Green Certification Labels Combat Greenwash

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Card-Operated Locks Offer Managers Flexibility

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door-Hardware Maintenance Includes Lubrication, Adjustment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Door-Hardware Maintenance: Weather-Stripping Basics

Building Operating Management
BAS Integration: The Facility Manager's Role

Building Operating Management
Selling BAS Projects to the CFO

Building Operating Management
Key Tasks for a Facility Manager During Systems Integration Projects

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Occupancy Sensors Eliminate Energy Waste

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lighting: Specify the Right Occupancy Sensor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Commissioning and Installing Occupancy Sensors

Building Operating Management
Investigate Reductions in Main Drain Residual Pressures

Facility Maintenance Decisions
HVAC Maintenance Key to Efficient Operations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Chiller Rebuild Improves IAQ, Relative Humidity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Motor Efficiency: Evaluate Power Quality, Perform Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Keys to Preventing Motor Failure

Facility Maintenance Decisions
CMMS: Manage Work Orders and Materials

News & Views
Getting To Know Window Terms

News & Views
Geothermal heat pump systems

News & Views
Planning for Safe Evacuations

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ASHRAE, Green Grid Collaborate on Data Center Efficiency

News & Views
Four Ways to an Environmentally Responsible Roof

News & Views
Determining Paint Quality

fn
Commercial Real Estate Market Conditions Continue to Weaken

News & Views
Paths to Carbon Neutralilty

News & Views
Closing the Door on Elevator Vandalism

News & Views
Using Water to Cool a Data Center

fn
FM Global Study Reveals Most Large Companies Unprepared for to Natural Disasters

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Photovoltaic Certification Facility Opens

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EPA Offers New Owners Incentives To Audit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cost Considerations for Historic Renovations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Advanced Data-Logger Technology Improves Productivity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Data Loggers Solve Problems in Data Centers, HVAC Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Defining Green Roofs: Go Beyond Vegetative Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Thermal Scans of Roof Systems Can Identify Wet Insulation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Data Loggers Play Key Role in Planned Outages

Facility Maintenance Decisions
UPS Testing: Identify Potential Power Interruptions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Conservation: Common Targets for Waste

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Tools for Measuring Water Waste: Micro-Weirs and Fixed Meters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Podcast: Water Conservation on a Drought-Stricken Campus

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ground-Source Heat Pump Improves School's Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Clinton Climate Initiative Unveals Program to Boost Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Reflective Roofs and Insulation Fuel Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Tactics to Boost Efficiency, Not Data Center Downtime

Facility Maintenance Decisions
High-Performance Buildings: Managers Influence Design, Construction

Building Operating Management
How Does a Water Audit Work?

Building Operating Management
Steps in a Water Audit

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Conservation: Quantify Savings for Top Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscaping Strategies Improve Water Conservation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Common Problems in Landscape Design

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Landscape Management: Irrigation Strategies and Soil Mixtures

News & Views
Concrete Maintenance Strategies

News & Views
Elevator Upgrades and Electrical Systems

News & Views
How Hard Will It Be to Integrate Systems?

News & Views
Handling Mass Notification Decisions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow and Ice Removal: Preventive Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
IAQ Management: Dilution, Filtration, Separation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
LEED Systems Target IAQ, Schools

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Avoiding Stack Losses and Excess Air

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Touchless Controls Improve Sanitation, Minimize Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Newer Touchless Controls Refine Sensor Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
When is the Best Time to Install Touchless Controls?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Drain Cleaning Safety Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Options Abound for Metal Roofs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
SPF Roofing Systems Provide Extra Insulation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Modified Bitumen and BUR Systems: Roof Coating Strategies

Building Operating Management
Maintain Roof Data Electronically

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boiler Maintenance: Steam-Trap Repair and Replacement

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Scissor Lifts and Telescopic Booms: Know the Difference

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lift Maintenance Guidelines

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Must Understand Hazmat Regulations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Poor Design Leads to Retrocommissioning

fn
Study: Clean Schools Promote Academic Success

fn
Weak Economy Bogs Down Commercial Real Estate

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EPA Releases Guide For Climate Change Programs

News & Views
Efficient HVAC Systems May Qualify for Tax Breaks

News & Views
Keeping Cool, and Keeping Data Center Energy Costs in Check

News & Views
Refreshing the Elevator Cab

News & Views
Data Centers Need Backup Cooling Options

fn
EPA Developing Specs for Water-Saving Urinals

News & Views
Keep Water Out with Rain Screens

News & Views
Fire: No Time to Wait

fn
Education Department Funds Emergency-Management Plans

Building Operating Management
Go Green: Avoid Competing System Interactions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance: The fourth R?

Building Operating Management
Green Buildings Don’t Have to Compromise Longevity, Maintenence

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Steps on the Path to Sustainability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planting the Green Seed

Building Operating Management
Use Incentives to Slash the Cost to Go Green

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Walking the (GREEN) Talk

fn
Growing Energy Use Drives Up Carbon Dioxide Emissions

fn
Commercial Real Estate Market Predicted to Drop Again

fn
Environmental Risk Management Gaining Corporate Visibility, But Uncertainties Raise Planning Challenges

fn
Climate Change Legislation Will Create Surge in Energy Efficiency Programs, Report Says

News & Views
Futureproof Your Data Center

fn
Report: Hospital Building Components Affect Children’s Health

News & Views
Geothermal Systems Offer Efficient Heating and Cooling

News & Views
Ground Source Heat Pumps Harness Earth Energy

fn
Facilities Bill Would Fund School Renovations

Building Operating Management
Weighing Elevator Modernization Factors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing Systems in the Crosshairs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Improving the Indoor Environment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology Powers Bottom-Line Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology Advances Bring Efficiency Benefits

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Amid Rising Vacancy Rates, U.S. Industrial Market Helped By Weak Dollar

Building Operating Management
Mass Notification Comes of Age

Building Operating Management
How Good is Your Hospital’s Data Center Reliablity?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Safety First: New Standards Raise the Bar

fn
Los Angeles Mandates LEED For New Buildings

News & Views
Preparing for Frozen Turf

fn
Study: Green Data Center Strategies Decline

fn
EPA Settles with Railroad on Disposal of Fluorescent Lamps

fn
Office Vacancies Rise for a Second Quarter

News & Views
Candor Gives Facility Executives Credibility

News & Views
Clearing A Path

News & Views
Planning for Power

fn
New Certifications Being Developed for Fire Equipment Technicians

News & Views
Getting To Know Window Terms

News & Views
Is Your UPS Costing Your Data Center Money?

fn
NACUBO Launches Environmental Resource for Higher Education

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Electronic Waste: Reuse, Recycle, or Dispose?

Building Operating Management
Energy Opportunity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Power: The ABCs of UPS

News & Views
Success of BAS hinges on staff training

News & Views
Get with the Plan

News & Views
Planning for Safe Evacuations

fn
FERC Proposes to Strengthen, Clarify Standards of Conduct

News & Views
Avoiding Data Center Fires

fn
Data Centers are Going Green but are Wary of Greenwashing, Survey Finds

fn
California Updating Irrigation Rules

fn
Ecosystem Degradation Will Affect the Future Business Climate

fn
NIST Tests Own Facilities To Find Energy Savings

News & Views
Evaluate HVAC System Before Upgrading the Energy Management System

News & Views
Utility Vehicles: Powerful and Green

News & Views
Four Ways to an Environmentally Responsible Roof

News & Views
Closing the Door on Elevator Vandalism

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Resorting to Tradition

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The inside track on IAQ

Facility Maintenance Decisions
High-Level Maintenance Decisions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Finally, managers have a road map to success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofs: A New Frontier for Green

News & Views
Prevent Elevator Overheating

fn
High-Performance Building Design Certification Available

News & Views
Determining Paint Quality

News & Views
Water Cooling and the Data Center: Don’t forget the UPS

fn
Commercial Real Estate Market Expected to Stabilize by Third Quarter

News & Views
Testing Backup Power Systems

fn
Research: Green Products Can Release Chemicals

News & Views
Show, Don’t Tell

News & Views
To Get the Most Out of Green Paint, Know Where to Use It

fn
DOE to Invest $20.6 Million for Solid-State Lighting Research

fn
Researchers: Lake Mead Could Be Dry by 2021

fn
Climate Change Driving Electric Industry Evolution

fn
NREL Pledges to Cut Carbon Footprint, by 75 Percent

fn
Study Links Air Filtration Technology to BRS

News & Views
Fire Safety - Practice Makes Perfect

fn
New Technology Leads to Increased Energy Efficiency

fn
National BIM Standard Released

News & Views
Checking BAS References

News & Views
Paths to Carbon Neutralilty

Building Operating Management
Multitasking

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers: Focus on Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Alternative Thinking

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Emergency Preparedness: The Human Factor

Building Operating Management
ripple effect

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Utility Vehicles go green(er)

News & Views
Cooling in a Crunch

News & Views
Who Reviews Your Data Center Energy Costs?

News & Views
BAS Satisfaction Hinges on More Than Technology

fn
EPA Settles Over Asbestos Violations in S.F. Schools

fn
Asbestos Supervisor Sentenced for Illegal Asbestos Removal at School

News & Views
Daylighting and Workstation Wall Height

News & Views
Cooling in a Crunch

News & Views
Fostering a Collaborative Work Environment

fn
ASHRAE Publishes User’s Manual for Standard 62.1

fn
EPA Settlement Promotes Green Chemistry in School

fn
Greensburg Becomes Green Model

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hot Button: Effective Boiler Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sensing Success in Lighting Controls

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Air Filtration-Energy Connection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing challenge: Slowing the flow

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Raising the Roof (Performance)

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sustainability Standard

Building Operating Management
Automatic Energy Savings

Building Operating Management
Energy Diet For Data Centers

News & Views
Efficient Servers Mean an Efficient Data Center

fn
New Energy Efficiency Standards for New Federal Buildings Established

fn
UN Countries Agree to Work on Post-Kyoto Climate Change Agreement

fn
California Requires Emissions Reporting in 2008

News & Views
Abandoned Cabling Increases Fire Risk

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Energy Focus: Strategies for Savings

Building Operating Management
Is The Climate Right For A Commitment?

Building Operating Management
Satisfaction Guaranteed?

Building Operating Management
Dollars Down the Drain?

fn
Report Finds U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions Falling

fn
NEMA Publishes Installation Guide for Nurse Call Systems

fn
Software Interoperability Likely to Increase, Survey Says

fn
Midwestern Governors Address Regional Energy Security and Global Warming

News & Views
Maximizing Data Center Efficiency Gains Through Virtualization

fn
AASHE Seeks Feedback on STARS

fn
New Collaboration Between the Construction Specifications Institute and U.S. Green Building Council Announced

fn
House Energy Bill Provision Provides Energy Savings Potential

fn
Representatives Form Green Schools Caucus

fn
NIST Conference to Address Elevator Use in Emergencies

fn
DHS Creates Culture of Preparedness Among Schools

Building Operating Management
Getting a Handle on Server Energy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boilers: Saving Energy, Contributing to 'Green'

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Equipment Rental: Grounds for Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Facilities 'Green'

Building Operating Management
Preventing Power Emergencies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Wireless Work

fn
EPA Calls for Partnering on School Chemical Safety

fn
Data Center Efficiency The Focus of Three New Reports

fn
Climate Change Likely to Complicate Energy Future

fn
U.S. Office Market Slows Down in Third Quarter

fn
DOE, Green Grid Aim to Slash Data Center Energy Use

Building Operating Management
Navigating the Electricity Market

Building Operating Management
Evacuation: Finding a Route to Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green grounds care strategy: Maximize the mulch

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The CMMS-Hazmat Connection

Building Operating Management
How Water Works for LEED

Building Operating Management
Elevators Moving Up On Energy Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Creating Healthy Plumbing Systems

fn
New Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Units Created

fn
Climate Survey Report Analyzes Fortune 500 Climate Change Response

fn
UL To Certify High-Efficiency Faucets

fn
DOE Targets Energy Efficiency in Data Centers

fn
Coalition Calls for Corporate Climate Risk Disclosure

fn
Mayors Meet to Discuss Infrastructure Problems, Climate Change

fn
Public Unware That Buildings are a Major Source of Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Survey Shows

fn
Survey: Industry Standard Needed For Green Data Centers

Building Operating Management
A Measure of Building Intelligence

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training Spotlight: Hazardous Materials

fn
APPA Seeks Educational Facility Data for Annual Survey

fn
Data Centers Hold Potential for Significant Energy Efficiency Opportunities

fn
EPA Reports Major Energy-Efficiency Opportunities for Servers, Data Centers

fn
USGBC Opens Public Comment on LEED For High Performance Operations

fn
NEMA Publishes Safety Standard for Electric Motors and Generators

Take 5
The new generation of Building Automation Systems...

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Rooftop Issues, Flexible Solutions

Building Operating Management
ABCs of UPS Systems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hazmat Management: Tools of the Trade

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Attachments: The Tools of Productivity

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Going Tankless, Finding Savings

Building Operating Management
To Cut Energy Costs Bring in Outside Air Only When Needed

Building Operating Management
Serving Up Efficiency in Data Centers

fn
Industrial Market Regains Strength in Second Quarter

fn
In Bid to Encourage Conservation, Maryland Decouples Utility Rates

fn
ASHRAE Consideres BACnet Standard for Elevators

fn
CEOs Urge Action to Combat Climate Change

fn
Corporate Climate Coalition Expanding

fn
Second U.S. Climate Change Science Program Report Issued

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The ABCs of K-12 Renovations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Minimizing Risk, Maximizing Safety

Building Operating Management
Paints Set a New Green Standard

Building Operating Management
Elevators: No Margin for Down Time

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Putting Up Barriers to Air Leaks

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing Systems: Waste Not, Pay Not

fn
Software, Hardware Firms, EPA Unite to Reduce Energy Use in Servers, Computers

fn
Commercial Real Estate Expected to Flourish in Southwest

fn
Report: A Growing Rise in 10-year Treasury Notes Could Harm Demand for Property

fn
ASHRAE Publishes Refrigeration Standard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Gets a Lift

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Roof Coatings Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Wisdom

fn
ICC Adopts 62.1 Ventilation Rate Procedure

fn
NEMA Publishes Standard on Rechargeable Cells and Batteries

fn
New Minnesota Legislation Will Slash Greenhouse Emissions, Boost Renewable Energy

fn
Corporations Differ with Economic Developers and Service Providers over Location Criteria

fn
Governors Association Issues Report on Alternative Energy

fn
ASHRAE To Support Clinton Climate Initiative

fn
Commercial Real Estate Sector Keeps Economy Going, Despite Housing Slowdown

fn
Now Is The Time To Act on Climate Change Says New Report

fn
Kmart Discloses Environmental Violations, Pays Penalty

fn
Reducing Carbon Emissions from Buildings Could be Positive for Economy, Report Finds

fn
USGBC's System Now Awards "Innovation in Design" Credits for Applying Cradle to Cradle Product Certification

Building Operating Management
Water Efficiency: Gain, Not Pain

Building Operating Management
When There’s Conflict in the Cards, Consolidating Access Control Systems

fn
Organizations Willing to Pay a Premium for Green Real Estate, Survey Finds

fn
Antarctic Ozone Layer Expected to Return to Normal, EPA Report Says

fn
Industrial Vacancy Rates Rise During First Quarter

fn
ARI Launches Certification for Commercial Refrigeration Equipment

fn
Climate Policy Uncertainty Poses Investment Risks

fn
U.S. Office Market Shows Strong First Quarter

fn
New Utility Incentive Program for Energy Efficient Data Storage Introduced

fn
New ASHRAE Load Calculation Standard Published

fn
Federal Government Should Spend More on Green Building Research, Report Says

fn
Real Estate Economy Healthy, Says New Edition of MBA Data Book

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New Thinking for a New Era

fn
New Emergency Evacuation Guide for People with Disabilities Released

fn
Buildings Can Play a Key Role in Combating Climate Change

fn
National BIM Standard Version 1 Released for Industry Review

fn
New Bills Promote Clean U.S. Waters

fn
New Standardized Commercial Property Listing Exchange Released

fn
Lending Industry Pushes for Terrorism Insurance

Building Operating Management
data center diplomacy

Building Operating Management
Automation Roadmap

Building Operating Management
Security Integration: Making it Work

Building Operating Management
Good incentive

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Coatings Considerations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New Weapons in War on Waste

fn
New Data Center Group Finalizes Membership, Releases White Papers

fn
Major Companies Call for Governments to Address Climate Change

fn
New Utility Coalition Aims to Improve Energy Efficiency Measures in Data Centers

fn
Edison Electric Institute Unveils New Principles on Global Climate Change Policy

fn
Working Remotely on the Rise

fn
Global Warming to Worsen Without Counteraction, U.N. Report Says

Building Operating Management
Take Action on Global Warming

Building Operating Management
Climate Change

fn
Major U.S. Companies Not Forthcoming About Climate Change Risk

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance as Reality Check

Building Operating Management
A New School Vision

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mower Specification Shortcuts

Building Operating Management
Security Systems: Out of Many, One

fn
California Moves to Invest in Clean Power Sources

fn
Survey: International Real Estate Investors Up U.S. Risk Factor

fn
Employment And Wage Gains Decrease Likelihood of Interest Rates Cuts

fn
Wind Power Sensible Option to Fight Climate Change, Association Says

fn
Reports Target Facilities’ Role in Higher Education

fn
EPA Tests for Contaminants in Manhattan

fn
Study Compares Green Building Rating Systems

fn
Tenant Demand Stays High Despite Housing Slump

fn
Energy Prices Set to Continue Upward Swing

fn
DOE Launches Energy Star for Solid-State Lighting

fn
EPA To Study Data Centers' Energy Efficiency

fn
Improving Emissions Measurement Models Could Lead to Better Policy

fn
Forecast Predicts Economy's 'Soft Landing' Will Balance Real Estate Markets in 2007

Building Operating Management
Big plans on campus

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sealing in Floor Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hot Solution: Roof Coatings

Building Operating Management
Weakest Link

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Restroom Revolution

fn
Greenhouse Gases Reduced Through Voluntary Projects

fn
New HVAC Tube Technology Could Lead To More Efficient Cooling

fn
New Standards Aim to Protect Water Supply

fn
Commercial Mortgage Debt Increases in Third Quarter

fn
Adobe Earns Additional LEED Platinum Certification

fn
New Report Projects Energy Generation and Consumption Trends

Building Operating Management
Data Center Decisions

Building Operating Management
Window of Opportunity

Building Operating Management
The Return of Rebates

fn
JCAHO Extends Due Date for eSOC

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Strategies for Savings

Building Operating Management
Stemming the Flow

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Saving Water: One Organization’s Success Story

fn
Office Rents Outpacing Inflation (Along with Turkeys)

fn
Safety Guide Targets School Labs

fn
Cost is Not a Major Factor in Outsourcing Decisions, Report Says

fn
Zigbee Alliance Announces Certification for First Group of Products

fn
Reduced Payback Period Boosts Solar Projects in New Jersey

fn
DOE Agrees to Tighten Energy Efficiency Standards for Appliances

fn
ACEEE Predicts New Life For Energy Efficiency

fn
NEMA Offers Guidance on Water-Damaged Equipment

fn
OSHA Cites Mail Processing Facility for Hazards

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Setting Priorities, Developing Strategies

Building Operating Management
Growing IAQ Risk: Lawsuits

fn
U.S. Green Building Council Extends Exam Deadline

Building Operating Management
RISK?

Building Operating Management
Small Steps Can Lead to Big Gains

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mix and Match to Clear the Air

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New Standard Focuses on Water Savings

fn
Two Colleges Among Organizations Coming Clean About Environmental Violations

fn
New Standard Focuses on Water Conservation

fn
Seismic Codes Help Prevent Serious Damage in Hawaiian Quake, ICC says

fn
U.S. EPA Pilot Program Helps Anaheim Convention Center Go “Green”

fn
DOE Announces $5 Million for Solid-State Lighting Projects

fn
National Elevator Industry Inc. Launches CodeFinder Database

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hazmat: Compliance Considerations

Building Operating Management
BIM: A Wealth of information

Building Operating Management
Crash

fn
ASHRAE Study Shows Benefits of Increased School Ventilation

fn
Superdome Ready For Business
a Year after Katrina

fn
IEEE Publishes 2007 Safety Codes

fn
IREM Study Finds Revenue, Operating Costs are Up for Office Space

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renovations and Accessibility: Two Birds, One Stone

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training Spotlight: Electrical Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A New Era for Paints and Coatings

Building Operating Management
How Smart Are Intelligent Buildings?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lessons on Acoustics

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings and Cold Weather

fn
Ten Steps to Controlling Mold

fn
Commercial Real Estate Industry Ranks Low in Disaster Preparedness, Survey Finds

Building Operating Management
Paints
veiw related paint products

fn
Prototype Project Generates Natural Gas From Dairy Manure

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Green 2.0: Hospitals and the Enviroment

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water-Use Strategies That Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lamps & Ballasts: End-of-Life Decisions

Building Operating Management
Light to the End of the Tunnel

fn
ASHRAE Announces Development of Certification Program

fn
Demand for Heat Exchangers, Power Boilers, Steam Condensers Increases

Building Operating Management
Outlook

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Traditional Issues, New Approaches

Building Operating Management
Keeping Up To Avoid Going Down

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New-generation Maintenance Issues

Facility Maintenance Decisions
If You Preserve It, Will They Come?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Equipment Options to Maximize Mowers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Old Buildings, New Life

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boiler Hot Buttons

Building Operating Management
Downsized

Building Operating Management
Prepared for Enterprise Wireless Alliance

Wireless Technology Migrates to Building Controls

Building Operating Management
Getting the Look Without the Costs

Building Operating Management
Security Quandary: Who Goes Where?

Building Operating Management
A Move Ahead of Construction Costs

Building Operating Management
EMS / BAS

Building Operating Management
BACnet on the Move

Building Operating Management
Cost-Effective Flooring Installation

Building Operating Management
HVAC

Building Operating Management
A Good Number Is Hard to Find

Building Operating Management
Reports Need Not Gather Dust

Building Operating Management
Show Bang, Earn Bucks

Building Operating Management
Measuring to Manage Performance

Building Operating Management
Solid Metrics Pave Road to Credibility

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Insulation in a New Light

Building Operating Management
Data Center Aims for Green

Building Operating Management
Outlook

Building Operating Management
Learning Lessons in Fire Safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Raising the Roof

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making white coatings work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing by the Book

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting by Numbers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hazmat Management Matters

Building Operating Management
Making Energy Data Pay for Itself

Building Operating Management
Data Centers: One Size Doesn’t Fit All

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Putting Data to Work

Building Operating Management
Planning for Interoperability

Building Operating Management
Carpet for the Long Run

Facility Maintenance Decisions
You’ve earned a designation. Now what?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Savvy Data Decisions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training that pays

Building Operating Management
Assigning Value to Green Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sealing In Energy Savings

Building Operating Management
Gearing Up For Gas Price Swings

Building Operating Management
Hard Times in the Big Easy

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ports in a Storm

Facility Maintenance Decisions
When Pests Attack

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hot Buttons for Colder Weather

Building Operating Management
Paints: Both Sides Now

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Going 'Green' Starts with Buying Green

Building Operating Management
Flooring

Facility Maintenance Decisions
High-Tech Makeovers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Today's Plumbing Fixtures

Building Operating Management
Timely Roofing Solutions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings in a New Light

Building Operating Management
REPORT PREPARED FOR THE ROOF CONSULTANTS INSTITUTE
Finding the Right Roofing System

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Riding the New Waves of Wireless Communication

Building Operating Management
Integration Opportunities

Building Operating Management
Making Phased Renovations Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Closer Look at Diagnostic Technology

Building Operating Management
Schools Seek Formula for High Performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Noise in the 'Attic?' History Deteriorating

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Renovations Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Make a List, Check it Twice

Building Operating Management
Data Centers: Myths of Energy Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Outlook

Building Operating Management
Salary Survey

Building Operating Management
Being Green Getting Easier

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training Daze

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Lamps: Beyond the End of Life

Building Operating Management
Fire Escape?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
in conjunction with NAIMA North American Insulation Manufacturers Association
Cutting the Clamor in Classrooms

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Plumbing, Piping and Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning, Preparing for Painting

Building Operating Management
Restrooms

Building Operating Management
Look Out for Automation Pitfalls

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Pumps: Maintaining Building’s 'Hearts'

Building Operating Management
Certified Green?

Building Operating Management
Outlook

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building a Better Power-Tool Battery

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training Spotlight: HazMat Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
When the Power Must Stay On

Building Operating Management
Roofing

Building Operating Management
Putting BACnet to the Test

Building Operating Management
Adding Value: Action Plan

Building Operating Management
Adding Value

Building Operating Management
Keeping Ahead of Mission Creep

Building Operating Management
Valuing Insulation

Building Operating Management
Outlook

Building Operating Management
Emergency Preparedness: Path to Safety

Building Operating Management
Water Conservation Rules Spreading

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Old buildings as ancient history? Hardly

Building Operating Management
Automation: One Step At a Time

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Everything Old is New Again

Building Operating Management
Steps to Quality Flooring

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies to Ensure System Efficiency

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Devil in the HVAC Details

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Restroom Renovations, Big Benefits

Building Operating Management
Be Cool, Pay Less

Facility Maintenance Decisions
In Conjunction with the Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association:
Top-Level Considerations

Building Operating Management
School Choice: Build New or Not

Building Operating Management
Freedom of Information

Building Operating Management
Putting Open Systems To Work

Building Operating Management
Going Virtual

Building Operating Management
Voices of Experience

Building Operating Management
Taking Security To the Next Level

Building Operating Management
Putting Project Data within Reach

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Primer on Painting

Building Operating Management
Power

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Inside Story on Clean Indoor Air

Building Operating Management
Outlook

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cutting-Edge Mower Selection

Building Operating Management
Corporate Needs Shape Data Centers

Building Operating Management
Plumbing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Waterless Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Teaching CMMS a New Data Language

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Systems: Streamlining for Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hazardous Matters

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renovating Buildings, Images

Building Operating Management
No Debate: Miami's Planning Pays Off

Building Operating Management
Vital Designs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Heating Systems: Auditing for Efficiency

Building Operating Management
Roofing

Building Operating Management
Public Health Worries Shape Restroom Choices

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mold & the Coatings Connection

Building Operating Management
Avoiding Power Quality Headaches

Building Operating Management
Nature, Culture Inspire Carpet Design

Building Operating Management
Internet Link to Hines' Best Practices

Building Operating Management
Green Building Report

Building Operating Management
Air Filtration Can Make Breathing Easier

Building Operating Management
When talk is cheaper: Integrated design and better buildings

Building Operating Management
Not a Drop?

Building Operating Management
Making Room for Medical Technologies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Heaters: Avoiding ‘Hot Water’

Building Operating Management
Brushing Up: A Primer on Paints

Building Operating Management
Finding Refuge from Rising Water Rates

Building Operating Management
Real Needs Must Drive Security Integration

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hot on the Trail of Data

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Demands Change, and Technology Advances

Building Operating Management
Understanding the Real Cost of Carpet

Building Operating Management
BAS/EMS

Building Operating Management
How to Get the CFO's Ear

Building Operating Management
The Second Time Around

Building Operating Management
Selling Energy Projects

Building Operating Management
Outlook

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Power of Accessories

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning for Projects That Deliver

Building Operating Management
Roof Coatings Protect and Reflect

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Planning for Projects That Deliver

Building Operating Management
Outlook

Building Operating Management
Closing the Automation Divide

Building Operating Management
Energy Codes: Moving Targets

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Training as an Investment, Not a Cost

Building Operating Management
Attention, Everyone

Building Operating Management
Too Hot To Handle?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Preventing Water Woes

Building Operating Management
Unlocking Software’s Potential

Building Operating Management
Flooring

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Recycling Revisited

Building Operating Management
Minimal but disturbing, building vibration can be dampened

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Fine-Tuning Grounds Care

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Renovation Wreckers

Building Operating Management
Need to Know

Building Operating Management
Facilities and IT: Entering a World of Change

Building Operating Management
With Flooring, First Step Is a Big One

Building Operating Management
'X' Marks New Controls Hot Spot

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Specification Strategies

Building Operating Management
High-Flying Project Management

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Outside of the Mainstream

Facility Maintenance Decisions
On-Site Power Insights

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Rx for Growing Pains

Building Operating Management
Economics of Elevators

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Treatment as Insurance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Bulletin

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Security-Door Hardware Link
Windows are a fatal security weakness, avoid them at all cost!

Building Operating Management
Stepping Up To BAS Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Discovering Value in CMMS System Integration

Facility Maintenance Decisions
‘Green’ Paints Come of Age

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Roofing-Mold Connection

Facility Maintenance Decisions
IAQ and the Older Facility

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Use: Slowing the Flow

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Vacuums: Evolution of a Workhorse

Building Operating Management
Flooring for Today, Tomorrow

Building Operating Management
HVAC Retrofits: 8 factors leading facility executives to the best choices

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Taking Lighting Controls to the Net

Building Operating Management
RX for Water Systems

Building Operating Management
Elevators

Building Operating Management
Numbers Games

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The ‘Right’ CMMS

Building Operating Management
Paint: Fresh Look At the Bottom Line

Building Operating Management
Green Building Report

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Looking for the Next Mercury

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Olympian Feat

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Evacuation: The ADA Link

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Nation’s Infrastructure Still Failing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building Performance: Customer as Catalyst

Building Operating Management
Proprietary or Open? Real Question is, ‘What’s in it for Me?’

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Today’s Painting Arsenal

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Staying In Touch

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personal Solutions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Web technology: Reshaping performance and perception

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Don’t Wait Until Dark

Building Operating Management
With systems integration, words can get in the way

Building Operating Management
Commanding Web-Speak

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance of the future, today

Building Operating Management
In Good Working Order

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Humidity-Mold Link

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Clearing the Air On Filtration

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Putting Pests in their Place

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Metrics Matter

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ann Arbor’s dancing elephant

Facility Maintenance Decisions
From Vision to Mission

Building Operating Management
Systems Integration

Facility Maintenance Decisions
New-Generation Equipment: Making the Grade?

Building Operating Management
Flooring: Back to Basics

Building Operating Management
Roofing, Energy and the Environment

Building Operating Management
Merrill Lynch Saves Now, Saves Later

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The State of Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
One Audit You’ll Like

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personal Solutions

Building Operating Management
Place at the Table

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personal Solutions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Renovations Pay

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Inventory woes? Stock answers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Stopping Fire Where it Starts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
A Closer Look at Paint-Spray Technology

Building Operating Management
System Integration: Avoiding the Weakest Link

Building Operating Management
Roof Failure: Effect and cause

Building Operating Management
Web-based control: The next step toward interoperability

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Going with the Flow: Maintenance ensures pump performance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Déjà vu all over again?

Building Operating Management
Soft Touch for Hardware

Building Operating Management
Tenant and system criteria are keys to making phased renovations work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Mowers: Choice Cuts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Bulletin

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Las Vegas Schools Endure Growing Pains

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coatings: Bottom-Line Benefits

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Stopping Solar Damage

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Software That Shares

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personal Solutions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Bulletin

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Projects That Last

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Clearing the Air In Classrooms

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Node know-how: Building control via the Internet

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bracing for Troubled Waters

Building Operating Management
Forecast: Mostly Cloudy

Building Operating Management
New Green Rating System Offers Guidance for Existing Buildings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personal Solutions

Building Operating Management
Finding a Space In a Facility Career

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximizing Boiler Performance

Building Operating Management
In Mission-Critical Space, Operations Are Critical

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personal Solutions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Implementing technology: How fast? How much?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ground-level Strategies For Pesticide Application

Building Operating Management
Building the BAS Team

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Bulletin

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Cordless Tools Come of Age

Building Operating Management
What's Next?

Building Operating Management
Steps to Selecting the Best Floor

Building Operating Management
Windows Pave Way For HVAC Innovation

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Bulletin

Building Operating Management
Rough Waters Ahead

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Going, Going... GREEN

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Accessories to Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personal Solutions

Building Operating Management
‘Is It Nice, Or Is It Necessary?’

Building Operating Management
Business Case for Green Design

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Access, Texas Style

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Personal Solutions

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Chemical Application: Outsourced or In-house?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance Bulletin

Building Operating Management
Deregulation’s Lone Star

Building Operating Management
Talk of code changes tops legal agenda

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The Search for IT Support

Facility Maintenance Decisions
The EPA on Campus

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Hospital becomes a proving ground for RCM

Building Operating Management
Fresh Air: New HVAC Approaches

Building Operating Management
Safer approaches to fire and life safety

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Smart Choices On Air Filtration

Building Operating Management
Automation

Building Operating Management
Savvy real estate services firms use Web to create efficiencies

Building Operating Management
All for One

Building Operating Management
A Collegial Approach

Building Operating Management
Planning Is Easier Said Than Done

Building Operating Management
Cutting Corners Brings Higher Costs

Building Operating Management
Success Stories From the New Workplace

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Interoperability: 5 Ways It Pays

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Across the Industry

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Sending a Message

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Making Fire Protection Work

Building Operating Management
Integration, Step-by-step

Building Operating Management
Elevators: ROI depends on building owner's ‘ROI’

Building Operating Management
Roofing Gains Come at Steady Pace

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roof Coating Considerations

Building Operating Management
7 Myths of the Electronic Age

Building Operating Management
No Time To Lose

Building Operating Management
Gray Areas of Accessibility

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Ahead of the Curve

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maintenance By Design

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Maximum CMMS

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Boiler Safety ‘Hot Buttons’

Building Operating Management
The Challenge Is Change

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Onsite Options

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How ‘Green’ Are You?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting for Productivity

Building Operating Management
7 x 24 Update: Design & Construction

Building Operating Management
Interoperability Scorecard

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Yet Another Nail

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Water Treatment: A Stream of Savings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Bridging the Gap

Building Operating Management
Action Plans