Category: FM Perspectives

FM Perspectives provides a platform for leaders and change-makers of the facilities management community to share their thoughtful insights and opinions.

The Freeze Component of ‘Run, Hide, Fight’ During Violent Attacks

By Oscar Villanueva, TAL Global Oct 11, 2023 Emergency Preparedness

Updated: Oct 17, 2023

Editor’s note: FM Perspectives are industry op-eds. The views expressed are the authors’ and do not necessarily reflect those of Facilities Management Advisor. In April 2021, a 19-year-old male shooter named Brandon Hole opened fire outside a FedEx warehouse in Indianapolis. By the time he was done, he had killed eight people and himself. After […]

Decarbonizing Buildings: The Big Rethink

By Doug Davenport, David Kaneda & Alex Kaffka Oct 6, 2023 Design and Construction

Updated: Oct 17, 2023

Editor’s note: FM Perspectives are industry op-eds. The views expressed are the authors’ and do not necessarily reflect those of Facilities Management Advisor. Buildings represent more than 40% of U.S. carbon emissions, and natural-gas-fired HVAC, water heating, cooking, and other systems represent the largest fraction. With a growing profile of electric products entering the market, […]

Mitigating Poor Air Quality in Schools Now Can Prevent a Shutdown Later

By Dr. Serene Almomen, CEO, Attune Sep 8, 2023 FM Perspectives

Updated: Oct 17, 2023

Editor’s note: FM Perspectives are industry op-eds. The views expressed are the authors’ and do not necessarily reflect those of Facilities Management Advisor. As students return to school from a record-breaking hot summer, many are entering facilities with poor indoor air quality (IAQ), the effects of which can be dangerous. Though temperatures are beginning to […]