Environment

How Do Buildings Affect Climate Change? Why do sustainable building practices matter? Articles covering the broader concept of environmental awareness, including corporate social responsibility, climate change, and other news about how facility managers can impact the environment are included.



Bar Spero, Washington, DC | Product Used - Havwoods HW16604 Pallido 45 Degree Chevron | Designer - StreetSense | Photographer - Greg Powers

The Health And Environmental Benefits Of Wood In Building Design

Hardwood flooring not only elevates the aesthetics of a space but has also been shown to reduce stress levels, making it a wise investment.
Facility Executive August 2024 Issue: To Protect And Serve

Facility Executive August 2024 Issue: To Protect And Serve

The August 2024 issue explores workplace security, AI in fire and life safety, safety training programs, roof maintenance, and more.
Harbor Wetland, National Aquarium, Baltimore

A Floating Classroom: National Aquarium Unveils Harbor Wetland

Now open to the public, Harbor Wetland in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor used innovations developed at the National Aquarium to create a functional constructed wetland.
Black-throated Green Warbler found in a stunned state after colliding with a window.

New Study: Building Collisions Kill Over 1 Billion Birds Annually In U.S.

A recent PLOS ONE study uncovered alarming new evidence that building collisions are killing significantly more birds than previously thought.
Energy Efficiency in Buildings

Five Building Leaders Declared Champions Of Energy Efficiency

Representing the private, public, and nonprofit sectors, five leaders will receive the Champions of Energy Efficiency in Buildings Award from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE).
024 ULI Americas Awards for Excellence

ULI Names 10 2024 Americas Awards For Excellence Winners

Since 1979, the Urban Land Institute has honored land use developments that positively impact communities and enrich the built environment. 
Extreme Weather

Keeping Your Facility Mold-Free In Extreme Weather

Resolving water issues can be costly, but mold is a secondary concern that can rear its ugly head long after water leakage is remedied.
REI distribution center

REI Co-op Sets Standard For Sustainable Warehousing

Lebanon, Tennessee distribution center is largest LEED v4 Platinum industrial building in the Southeast and Tennessee's first certified facility.
smart irrigation

Smart Savings With Smart Irrigation

As water becomes increasingly more expensive, smart irrigation practices offer a rare opportunity to achieve both sustainability and savings.
Laserfiche Global Headquarters

Laserfiche Global HQ Achieves LEED Silver Certification

Biophilic design principles were applied at Laserfiche's headquarters facility, which was built in Long Beach, CA on an “undevelopable” site that housed eight formerly active oil wells.
sustainability

Shifting Your Approach To Streamline Sustainability Initiatives

This new approach can improve sustainability initiatives by thinking outside of the site-to-site budgeting mindset.
Protecting Indoor Air

Q&A: Protecting Indoor Air From Outside Pollutants

A project lead from the Illinois ASHRAE Chapter shares how climate change will continue to impact air quality.
Green Roofs and Other Natural Features

Sustainability On Display: See These Green Roofs And Other Natural Features

This selection of four products for green roofs and natural features will support your organization's facility management-related sustainability efforts.
Stormwater Centers of Excellence

EPA To Establish Four Stormwater Centers Of Excellence Across U.S.

Funded with $5M in Investing in America grants, the Centers of Excellence will conduct research and provide technical assistance to improve stormwater infrastructure across the country.
extreme heat

New Rule Would Protect Indoor, Outdoor Workers From Extreme Heat

Proposed rule would require employers to develop an injury and illness prevention plan to control heat hazards in workplaces affected by excessive heat.
Partial Occupancy Challenges

Addressing Partial Occupancy Challenges

Access control solutions can help commercial facilities executives turn the tide on partial occupancy and meet sustainability targets.
waste management

Q&A: What Does The Future Of Waste Management Look Like?

What does the future hold for waste management? Loi McLoughlin of UBQ Materials discusses modern strategies, sustainable practices and more.
U.S. Industry Electrification

Forecast: 50% Surge In U.S. Industry Electrification By 2030

Schneider Electric's Sustainability Research Institute projects uptick in Industry electrification and reduction in fossil fuel demand; company plans $23.8 million investment in South Carolina manufacturing operations.
Facility Executive June 2024 issue

Facility Executive June 2024 Issue

The June 2024 issue explores flexible workspaces. Plus, emergency preparedness, data center management, equity in the workplace, energy retrofits, and more.
USGBC Appointments

USGBC Names Chief Growth Officer, Key Technical Appointments

Additions to its leadership and technical team reinforce the U.S. Green Building Council's commitment to scaling impact and the expansion of the green building community.
Energy Incentives Webinar, Power Grid

Learn How To Capture Energy Incentives And Strengthen The Power Grid

Join us for this free webinar and learn how to to open new revenue streams, reduce energy costs, and advance sustainability goals at your facility with virtually no disruption to productivity.
facility resilience

Watch This: The Role Of Facilities Management In Handling Emergencies And Maintenance

This video webinar provides actionable strategies to safeguard your assets, protect lives, and ensure operational continuity.

[VIDEO] Job Order Contracting: Accelerating the Projects that Matter

This proven single-solicitation process accelerates project delivery while satisfying local bidding requirements. Learn all about Gordian’s JOC solutions .

Infrastructure Upgrades For Energy And Labor Savings: Scaling For Growth

How Arway Linen and Uniform is reducing water and energy consumption by 51%.