IFMA’s Gamechanger guide will help FMs understand and leverage AI in the built environment
Posted by Janet B. Stroud — October 7, 2024 — The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) has just announced the release of Gamechanger: A Facility Manager’s Guide to Building a…
Find safer, more sustainable products using updated guidance from EPA
Posted by Johann Nacario — October 4, 2024 — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released a proposed update to the agency’s Recommendations of Specifications, Standards and Ecolabels for Federal…
GSA awards contract for CISA HQ to Clark Construction — largest IRA investment to-date
Posted by Apolline Andrie-Delille — September 30, 2024 — The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) and U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced in August the selection of Clark Construction to provide…
Budget constraints and aging infrastructure top K-12 facilities concerns for 2024-25
Posted by Johann Nacario — September 27, 2024 — K-12 facilities managers (FMs) are emphasizing efficiency and cost savings as they stare down the twin challenges of aging infrastructure and…
Verdantix reveals the five leaders in the building decarbonization consulting market
Posted by Johann Nacario — September 23, 2024 — Organizations have identified the decarbonization of their building portfolios as an urgent requirement if they are to meet their emission goals….
NFPA launches safety certification for electrical inspectors, industry-first certification for wind turbine technicians
Posted by Janet B. Stroud — September 18, 2024 — The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has just launched a new safety certification program for electrical inspectors, and an industry-first…
NFPA finds increased use of digital tools and AI among skilled fire, electrical and life safety trades workers. Collaboration is top challenge in 2024
Posted by Janet B. Stroud — September 23, 2024 — The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recently released survey results collected from over 170 industry professionals at the NFPA 2024…
65% of global business leaders look to increase real estate budget but expect smarter use of portfolio, finds JLL
Posted by Johann Nacario — September 23, 2024 — Despite the challenging commercial real estate (CRE) landscape and mixed economic environment, global business leaders are bullish on the future, with two-thirds (65%)…
C-suite execs plan to spend more on sustainability and building decarbonization next year even if IRA is repealed, finds Carrier
Posted by Johann Nacario — September 23, 2024 – Sustainability is rising to the top of U.S. corporate agendas, with building decarbonization emerging as a critical focus for the years…
GSA standardizes a building automation system (BAS) to reduce cyber risks
Posted by Johann Nacario — September 20, 2024 — The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) just announced that it will be standardizing a building automation system (BAS) solution, a major…
