Three qualities of great distribution centers can help set yours apart from the rest

Understanding the basics of fluorescent lamps guarantees that you'll select the most appropriate fluorescent lighting, maximize lamp life, and dispose of spent lamps properly

An investment in green practices is returned via the continued health of occupants and the improved productivity of workers

Even a small data center can save tens of thousands of dollars through smart choices in equipment and best practices

The editorial staff rates AMAG Technology's Symmetry software

Adaptive reuse - a process of retrofitting old buildings for new uses - allows structures to retain their historic integrity while meeting the needs of modern occupants

Learn the lingo (and what questions to ask) in order to make informed green-product purchases

A fire in your building could mean total devastation - get the facts on passive fire protection to minimize the spread of fire in your facilities

Partnering with an energy service company can make energy-efficiency projects possible - even when little or no funding exists

As tenants shop around for space, building owners should keep tabs on what these tenants are looking for - and what can be done to attract/retain them

Low-consumption flush valves are an easy-to-use, cost-effective technology that will significantly lower water usage

Learn from the GSA's Achieving Great Federal Public Spaces: A Property Manager's Guide and make the lobbies, atria, and plazas in your buildings better places to be

Discover the differences in LEED certification when considering new construction or the renovation of an existing building

The editorial staff rates 3M's commercial window films

Share your team's latest successes and accomplishments with the Buildings editorial staff

Seven top commercial real estate professionals share their challenges, strategies and perspectives. They all agree on one thing. The BOMA International Conference and The Office Building Show is the place to fine-tune their competitive edge

You may have a disaster plan in place, but you won't know how effective it is - or if it works at all - until you put it into practice

A proactive approach to managing utility expenses can make a substantial difference in energy costs and energy usage

Rolling out a green program in your hospitality facilities requires research, creativity, and everyone's involvement

Provide the latest, greatest, and most tailored security by allowing tenants to lease access-control systems

Tips on putting a waste-management and recycling program together to minimize the consequences of construction and demolition debris on the environment

The editorial staff rates Carnegie's green wallcovering

Different HVAC systems have different effects on the environment and your bottom line - see what benefits a water-cooled system might bring

With basic knowledge about risky work behaviors and ergonomic workstation design, facilities professionals can help both computer-bound tenants/occupants and their on-the-job employees avoid work-related injuries

Mold, asbestos, and lead are among the most common problems you'll face when dealing with hazardous materials - here's what you need to know about them

Building owners and architects discuss key concerns regarding new construction

The editorial staff rates Steelcase's Leap chair

The best roof insulation choice meets thermal needs, energy codes, and performance requirements, resulting in a roof system that performs well over the long term

Green cleaning requires use of environmentally friendly cleaning agents, high-performance cleaning equipment, and efficient processes