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GSA, Southern Co. Partner to Boost Efficiency at a Dozen Federal Facilities in Georgia

By Facilities Management Advisor Staff Sep 1, 2022 Energy Management and Lighting

Updated: Sep 1, 2022

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is partnering with energy company Southern Co. to increase efficiency in 12 federal buildings across Georgia, reducing GSA’s carbon footprint and improving overall sustainability. The upgrades will focus on lighting, HVAC, water conservation, and more. Two Southern Co. subsidiaries—utility Atlanta Gas Light and distributed energy provider PowerSecure—are coordinating the improvements. […]

That’s a Wrap on FM Healthy Buildings Week

By Facilities Management Advisor Staff Mar 25, 2022 Design and Construction

Updated: Mar 25, 2022

As FM Healthy Buildings Week comes to a close, we want to take a look back at all the offerings and events that transpired throughout this exciting event. Plus, you can now watch the free educational sessions on-demand!

3 Ways to Quantify the ROI of Your CMMS

By Raj Subramanian, Facilio Jun 24, 2024 Maintenance and Operations

Updated: Jun 24, 2024

Facilities management is no longer just about keeping the lights on. Today’s facilities managers have a seat at the table, contributing directly to business success. They’re responsible not only for maintaining buildings and ensuring smooth operations, but also for making strategic decisions that impact business growth and revenue. Facilities managers are tasked with optimizing costs […]

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Business Continuity Planning Basics to Remember

By Clare Condon Feb 13, 2020 Sustainability/Business Continuity

Updated: Mar 12, 2020

The U.S. Small Business Administration estimates that 25% of businesses forced to contend with a major disaster never reopen. However, one way to improve a company’s odds of surviving a disaster is to be proactive and anticipate and prepare for possible emergency scenarios using a business continuity plan. Don’t let your facility become the next […]

AI Propels the Data Center Industry Forward

By Joe Bebon, Editor Feb 21, 2025 Data Centers

Updated: Feb 21, 2025

A new report reveals artificial intelligence (AI) is creating a “seismic shift” in the way data centers are designed, built, and operated. Released by AFCOM, the ninth annual State of the Data Center Industry report also highlights top security threats, sustainability, and other issues for these high-tech facilities. The role of data centers has never […]

EPA Orders Ohio Schools to Address Asbestos and Lead Paint Hazards

By Joe Bebon, Editor Jul 9, 2024 Design and Construction

Updated: Jul 9, 2024

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced an agreement with Accel Schools Ohio LLC to address lead paint concerns and asbestos at three of its schools in Ohio: Youngstown Academy of Excellence, Niles Preparatory Academy, and STEAM Academy of Warren. Accel is a public charter school system that operates 77 in-person charter schools, primarily in Ohio, and 15 […]

How User-Generated Content Can Boost an FM Provider’s Reputation

By Mariia Lvovych, Contributing Writer Apr 17, 2025 Human Resources

Updated: Apr 17, 2025

In the modern digital era, how organizations interact with their customers, clients, and the general public has been fundamentally transformed. The spread of social media, online reviews, and user-generated content (UGC) has endowed businesses with more information than ever before from their consumers. This change has especially affected sectors like facilities management, where reputation tends […]

Revitalizing Campus Spaces: Sustainable Initiatives and Educational Oasis

By Jack Rubinger, ARC Facilities May 21, 2024 Building Controls

Updated: May 21, 2024

The University of Richmond’s Eco-Corridor, an 18-acre restoration, was an old road, previously ignored, a “place of possibility,” said Rob Andrejewski, the university’s director of sustainability. Opened in 2020, the project includes an extensive stream restoration, the planting of 25,000 grasses, shrubs, and trees, invasive species removal, new trails, plus picnic tables, a learning lab, […]

The Rise of Office-to-Amenity Conversions in Commercial Real Estate

By Tiffany Hughes, FCA Nov 14, 2024 Design and Construction

Updated: Nov 14, 2024

Offices are increasingly vacant. According to Moody’s Q2 2024 CRE trend report, office vacancy rates have exceeded 20% this year as businesses reduce their space or leave the office entirely, driven by the continued demand for hybrid work. In response, building owners and facility leaders are under increased pressure to offer enhanced amenities, to help […]

Why Water Sustainability Is Important and How Facilities Managers Can Help

By Klaus Reichardt, Waterless Co. Inc. Jun 20, 2025 FM Perspectives

Updated: Jun 20, 2025

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. The world is increasingly focused on water sustainability, recognizing its urgent and vital role in protecting human well-being, ecosystems, and economic development. This increased focus must, as we will discuss below, also apply to […]