Tree Holes: Hazards Or Harmless?
The sign most people recognize in the change of a tree is the appearance of a hollow. However, even a large hollow does not necessarily signify a tree has become hazardous.
Earth Day 2015: Green Your Office!
On Earth Day, facility managers celebrate April 22 by considering the following easy steps to a more sustainable work environment.
Facility Executive | March/April 2015 Issue
Energy codes are being examined in various parts of the country, and energy reporting is being considered as a benchmarking target. Read more about these topics in the latest issue of Facility Executive magazine.
Higher Education Case Study: Campus Capstone
At North Park University in Chicago, a 20 year master plan is capped with an efficient and essential facility.
Facility Retrofit: Campus Groundskeeping
A long-term effort toward sustainable practices at the University of California, Davis delivers results.
Green Data Centers Are Latest Trend
Enterprises are increasingly focused on incorporating green data centers into their IT infrastructure paradigm.
Unilever North America Reaches 100% Zero Waste To Landfill Across Distribution Centers
Eliminating waste in distribution centers resulted in cost savings of more than $1.9 million in 2013.
Sustainable Building Codes In The Middle East Being Developed
ICC and ASTM International partner to support development of regional sustainable building codes.
Facility Executive | January/February 2015 Issue
This issue reflects the diversity of tasks handled by members of the facility management profession and it includes a profile of the Facility Executive of the Year winner for 2015.
Question Of The Week: Health And Wellness Strategies
This aspect of sustainable facilities is moving to the forefront.
Building Occupant Satisfaction, Sustainability Link Revealed
New research from DTZ and Kingsley Associates confirms the belief that sustainability impacts how building occupants perceive their workplace.
Services & Maintenance: Waste Management Strategies
Recycling the volume and variety of materials used in facilities requires planning and communication.
Codes, Standards Developers Align Guidelines To Create Sustainable, High-Performance Buildings
Consistency will benefit the environment, code compliance, facility management professionals, builders, and designers.
2015 Readers’ Choice Awards Selected By Facility Management Professionals
For this year’s Readers’ Choice Awards, the survey included more than 40 categories, and facility management professionals were asked to indicate what companies they rated highest based on product aesthetics, product reliability, value, and customer service.
The 50 Greenest Colleges And Universities In America
Schools included in the list boast multiple, simple, and complex means of contributing to the planet's health in ways including sustainability, clean energy, solar power, recycling, landscape management, and more.
Facility Executive Of The Year: Michael Berthelsen
The magazine's Facility Executive of the Year winner is recognized for his effort to transform his department at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities campus.
Energy Purchasing: Five Mistakes To Avoid
Now, more than ever, smart procurement and tracking are crucial.
How Green Is The State Of The Union?
Americans also may be surprised at just how far the United States has come regarding green and sustainability issues.
Urban Green Council’s Green Building Award Call For EBie Entries
Sponsored by the USBGC, the awards recognize improvements in existing buildings, which make up almost 50% of greenhouse gas emissions.
Environmentally Friendly Mother Clara Hale Bus Transportation Depot Opens
The new structure replaces an aging facility with a state-of-the-art bus transportation center that meets the city's needs while minimizing its impact on the surrounding neighborhood.
Effective Strategies To Stay Ahead Of Workforce Shortages
During this free webinar, you'll learn the top 5 strategies that facility maintenance pros are implementing to overcome workforce shortages.
View This Free Video Webinar: Maximizing Value For Facility Master Planning
A panel of Facility Management leaders discuss long-term planning challenges and answer questions about maximizing the value of conducting a Facility Condition Assessments (FCA).
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