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A cross-industry partnership, Blackline Collective gives leaders a forum to share experiences, best practices, and strategies that improve worker safety, efficiency, and quality.
11/28/2020
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    Blackline Collective Unites Organizations Committed To Workplace Safety

    Safety
    A cross-industry partnership, Blackline Collective gives leaders a forum to share experiences, best practices, and strategies that improve worker safety, efficiency, and quality.
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    Facility Management
    Preparing for the holidays every year is challenging. This year, distribution center managers have to consider the role that COVID-19 plays in every aspect of operations.
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    Workplace Culture
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    Facility Management
    The Dallas-based firm commits to donating 3,000 hours to schools in the North Texas area to perform facility assessments of public, charter, and private schools.
    ENERGY STAR Top Project

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    Environment
    A water use reduction project has earned Georgia-Pacific’s consumer products mill in Palatka, FL the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) ENERGY STAR Top Project for 2020.
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    Construction & Retrofits
    As the frequency and severity of natural hazards continue to increase year-over-year, a new FEMA study reaffirms that building codes continue to be the best first line of defense.
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    Repairs Help Restore Texas Church To Original Beauty

    Construction & Retrofits
    Western Specialty Contractors restores open-air St. Andrew by the Sea Catholic Church in North Padre Island, Texas
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    Webinars
    View this free video webinar and learn about game-changing use cases that can help you get more value from your mass notification system as well as other technology.
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    Upcycle Office Furniture, And Spare The Landfill

    Interiors
    Workplace strategy firm Dyer Brown works with its corporate and other clients to help them sustainably dispose of and procure office furniture and related assets.
    Wrigley Field

    Wrigley Field Designated National Historic Landmark

    Facility Management
    Built in 1914, Wrigley Field has been the home of the Chicago Cubs since 1916. Today, the U.S. Department of the Interior recognizes the significant role the ballpark has played in Chicago and professional sports.
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    How To Create COVID-Safe And Sustainable Learning Environments

    Environment
    ACEEE shares how schools and policymakers can take steps now to create safe, sustainable learning environments that could deliver long-term energy savings.
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    Environment
    Throughout this year’s virtual Greenbuld event, USGBC delivered key updates intended to help push the industry closer to a regenerative future as outlined through LEED Positive
    AIA Chicago

    AIA Chicago Presents 39 Design Excellence Awards

    Professional Development
    Attended virtually by hundreds of industry leaders, the online award program honored 36 projects by Chicago architecture firms found locally and worldwide.
    cleaning and sanitization

    Joint Initiative Promotes Best Practices In Fight Against COVID-19

    Cleaning & Maintenance
    International WELL Building Institute acknowledges GBAC STAR accreditation from ISSA to fulfill the cleaning and sanitization credits within the holistic WELL Health-Safety Rating.
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    Cleaning Protocols Increase Consumer Confidence In Businesses

    FM Alert
    Ahead of the upcoming holiday shopping season, a new survey shows Americans are ready to return to stores, as long as proper cleaning protocols are in place. 
    Bezos Earth Fund

    Bezos Earth Fund Awards Rocky Mountain Institute $10M

    Environment
    Funding will allow the Rocky Mountain Institute to further catalyze significant reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from U.S. buildings and heavy industry.
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    McCarthy, Construction Manager At Risk

    Construction & Retrofits
    McCarthy Building Companies oversees Parkway School District's bond program as construction manager at risk and has successfully completed the first phase of a three-year program for the district.
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    USGBC Names 2020 Leadership Award Recipients

    Environment
    The U.S. Green Building Council's annual awards recognize extraordinary leadership in green building and commitment to advancing healthy, sustainable buildings and communities
    Safer Disinfecting Guidelines

    Green Seal’s Safer Disinfecting Practices Service 1 Billion Square Feet

    Cleaning & Maintenance
    Flagship properties One Penn Plaza, The Kennedy Center and Merchandise Mart are among those serviced by Green Seal-certified cleaning services.
    indoor air quality

    How IAQ Can Spark Or Stall Recovery For CRE

    HVAC
    Building owners should not only determine the best indoor air quality measures for their buildings, but also effectively communicate actions to their occupants.
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    Four Steps For Proper Chiller Maintenance And Cleaning

    HVAC
    Performing chiller maintenance and cleaning at the end of the cooling season allows any larger issues or concerns to be identified early.
    Facility Management Software

    Decision Maker’s Guide: What’s Missing from Your Facility Management Software?

    Webinars
    View this free video webinar and learn how to differentiate among facility management software solutions and improve productivity.
    USGBC All In

    USGBC To Fund 500 LEED Professionals In Underserved Communities

    Professional Development
    The commitment marks the launch of USGBC’s new equity program USGBC All In: Building Equity Together, which aims to build green building expertise and workforce.
    Elaina's Sustainability Fund

    IREM Accepting Grant Applications For Elaina’s Sustainability Fund

    FM Alert
    Elaina's Sustainability Fund grants encourage innovation or adoption of sustainability and occupant wellness initiatives that impact the buildings where we live, work, shop, and play.
    Work-From-Home Survey

    OSHA Guides Employers On COVID-19 Inspection Standards

    FM Alert
    The COVID-19 guidance addresses the most frequently cited standards, including Respiratory Protection, Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses, Personal Protective Equipment, and General Duty Clause.
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    Sentosa Golf Club Named “World’s Best Eco-Friendly Golf Facility”

    Environment
    Singapore’s premier club wins big again at the 7th annual World Golf Awards, unveils environmental documentary film.
    wireless

    The Fourth Utility: Upgrading Wireless Connectivity

    Technology
    An updated wireless infrastructure provides flexibility for facility management to meet business needs even after COVID-19 is no longer a threat.
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    Fertilizer Plants ENERGY STAR Certified

    Environment
    The U.S. EPA recognizes two nitrogenous fertilizer plants as the first of their kind to earn ENERGY STAR certification for superior energy performance.
    return-to-work

    Return-To-Work: Moments Of Change Define Normal

    Webinars
    View this free video webinar and learn how to to chart a successful post-COVID-19 return-to-work strategy.
    compliance

    Are Hospital Facility Managers Prepared For Virtual Surveys?

    Technology
    During a webinar presented by ARC Facilities, half of attendees indicated they are not prepared for virtual document review sessions by hospital accreditation surveyors including The Joint Commission.
    NIBS BIM

    NIBS Rebrands Council To Focus On Building Information Management

    FM Alert
    The BIM Council will lead the development of U.S. information management standards and building processes.
    ASHRAE headquarters

    ASHRAE Moves To New Net-Zero Energy Global HQs In Metro Atlanta

    Construction & Retrofits
    ASHRAE’s new headquarters uses technology integration to increase efficiency, protect people and property, and enhance the occupant experience, and is a model for net-zero energy building design.
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    ICC Insight For Businesses With Outdoor Seating Spaces

    Building Envelope & Exteriors
    Before setting up your tent or other enclosures, consider these four questions to ensure code compliance and life safety.

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    Interiors
    Habitat Horticulture, a living wall design/build firm, was awarded the Green Roofs for Healthy Cities (GRHC) Award of Excellence for its work inside Salesforce Tower in San Francisco, CA.
    LEED Fellows

    GBCI Announces 2020 LEED Fellows

    FM Alert
    The 2020 class of LEED Fellows includes 25 green building leaders who represent the top of their field and are committed to creating healthier, more sustainable and resilient communities.
    Yale New Haven Health

    Yale New Haven Health Recognized For Facility Management Excellence 

    FM Alert
    The American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE) has awarded Yale New Haven Health its 2020 Excellence in Health Care Facility Management Award.
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    2020 Excellence In Concrete Construction Awards Announced

    Construction & Retrofits
    The Kennedy Center Expansion in Washington, DC was chosen as Overall Winner, while 12 other projects have also been recognized.
    Aramark

    Aramark Global HQ Receives LEED Silver Certification

    New Facilities Construction
    Located in Philadelphia, the Aramark headquarters includes a wellness center, biophilia rooms, outdoor terraces, and a showcase state-of-the-art dining facility and test kitchen.
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    Appliance Recycling Award Winners

    Environment
    The U.S. EPA’s Responsible Appliance Disposal (RAD) Program announced the recipients of its first annual RAD Leadership Awards Ceremony for outstanding program achievements in appliance recycling.
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