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The Changing Relationship Between People and Data Centers

04/29/2019

Valerie Dennis Craven speaks with Gabe Clark, principal for data centers with Corgan. They discuss the changing relationship between people and data centers, looking at edge data centers and those in an urban footprint.

Study Says Lighting Controls Boost LED Efficiency by 47 Percent

04/25/2019

A recent study from Energy Futures Group says the potential for energy cost savings in the commercial LED market is significant. Your first-generation lighting retrofit could be eligible for incentives and support if you transition to state-of-the-art lighting controls.

ENERGY STAR Certification Process Suspension Update

04/24/2019

1-100 ENERGY STAR scores are updating to reflect Environmental Protection Agency performance metrics based on the most recent data available.

Measles Outbreak: How to Avoid Spreading Airborne Illnesses in Your Building

04/24/2019

Five confirmed cases of measles in LA County include potential exposure at LAX and UCLA. Here are some ways to help avoid spreading airborne illnesses in your facility.

How to Reduce Noise in Your Building

04/23/2019

Like a quiet space in the office to work? Learn about noise reduction in commercial buildings from three industry experts and how you can help put a damper on excessive noise.

Mentoring Tips for Growing Your Facility Career

04/23/2019

Finding a mentor will help you grow as a property manager. The women’s panel at BOMA International’s annual conference is a great way to pick up tips about how to create nurturing relationships and mentor the next generation.

Living Walls Bring Beauty and Serenity Indoors

04/22/2019

Living walls, also known as green walls, are—quite literally—sprouting up in interiors across all building types. They’re a design element that attempts to bring a bit of the outdoors indoors.

Importance of Reducing Embodied Energy in the Built Environment

04/22/2019

Greenhouse gas emissions are producing climate-related shifts that are driving an increase in the earth’s average temperature and resulting in significant and costly impacts to our communities, our health, and our environment.

Sustainable Design Continues to Ascend in 2019

04/22/2019

There are many benefits to “going green.” Both businesses and end users will reap the positive effects from utilizing sustainable architecture and design practices.

Giving Building and Design Materials a Second Life

04/22/2019

Recycling building and design material may help you get LEED credits, or save money or energy. Resources are available to keep recyclable items you no longer need out of landfills, including donating to students, exchanging online and reusing in other ways.

Technology to Optimize Real Estate

04/18/2019

New technologies offer a way for facility managers to make objective decisions based on real, not perceived, needs. Sensor-based technology can measure the actual occupancy of a space, provide actionable data that can reduce wasted real estate and save money.

Signs a Concrete Floor Has Moisture Issues

04/17/2019

Floor moisture and moisture vapor can be cause for concern, whether the slab is newly poured or many decades old and regardless of location. Knowing what to look for and how to test for moisture can help fix any problems.

How Urban Growth Affects Building Plans

04/17/2019

How does urban growth affect current and future building plans? We look to Iowa City as an example of how one city’s skyline is taking on new heights to meet the demands of a growing population.

How to Design to Reduce Workplace Stress

04/16/2019

Some of our favorite ways to incorporate design elements to reduce workplace stress include providing greenery, offering flexible seating and work environments, giving access to daylight and having ample break amenities.

Prepare Data Now for Artificial Intelligence in Facilities

04/16/2019

Artificial intelligence and the use of data is growing. Knowing how it can benefit your facility and having quality data can help you take advantage of the technology.

Notre-Dame Cathedral Fire Silver Lining

04/16/2019

The world watched in heartbreaking horror as the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris was on fire. Crowds stood together in the streets while coverage from cell phones and news stations flooded social media. However, one good item to note is the fire protection system in this iconic cathedral worked as it should and there was no loss of life.

Ways Your Fire Protection System Could Fail You

04/15/2019

Facilities managers may overlook the testing and maintenance requirements for commercial fire protection systems, but it’s crucial to stay on top of them. 

Slip-Resistant StepWise Tech Gives Tile Versatility

04/15/2019

As seen at Coverings 2019, tile with StepWise technology by Mohawk provides superior slip resistance to surfaces.

Rebates, Tax Incentives and Financing for Building Upgrades

04/15/2019

Looking for tips on how to finance your building upgrades with rebates and tax incentives? Janelle Penny speaks with Emily Naden, director of federal affairs, and John Bryant, vice president of advocacy and building codes, both from BOMA International, about where you should start as well as more of what you need to know.

GridOptimal Initiative Changes Power Grid Interaction

04/11/2019

GridOptimal, a new initiative aimed at creating better “grid citizens,” is developing metrics to analyze how buildings interact with the power grid.