Tag: resilience

DOE Announces $90M to Bolster Adoption of Building Energy Codes

By Joe Bebon, Editor Jul 13, 2023 Design and Construction

Updated: Jul 13, 2023

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced $90 million in competitive awards to help states, cities, tribes, and partnering organizations implement updated energy codes for buildings. Funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, these awards will support 27 projects across 26 states and the District of Columbia to ensure buildings meet the latest standards for energy […]

FMs, Resilience, and Risk Management

By Jack Rubinger, ARC Facilities Apr 20, 2023 Emergency Preparedness

Updated: Jun 6, 2023

Risk mitigation is the process of planning and developing options to reduce threats or risks to people. Resilience is the ability to learn, respond, reflect, and recover from emergencies. While risk mitigation activities are preventative, and resilience activities are reactive, both place serious responsibility on the shoulders of facilities management teams. What’s important in resilience […]

Webinar Watch: How to Improve Building Sustainability, Resilience, and Aesthetics at the Same Time

By Corey Sipe, Associate Editor Feb 28, 2023 Building Controls

Updated: Feb 28, 2023

Learn about the importance of next-generation window films at Facilities Management Advisor’s FREE webinar, which will explore how window films can improve building sustainability, resilience, and aesthetics. Can’t make it to the live event? No worries! All registrants also receive a link to an on-demand recording.    Wednesday, March 8, 2023 Webinar | How to […]