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November 5, 2022

G20 countries fall short on retrofits to reduce building emissions

The world’s biggest nations are putting the 2050 net zero carbon targets signed under the Paris Agreement in doubt by moving too slowly to refurbish buildings […]
October 22, 2022

CISA directs federal agencies to improve cybersecurity on networks

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) recently issued Binding Operational Directive (BOD) 23-01, Improving Asset Visibility and Vulnerability Detection on Federal Networks, that directs federal civilian […]
October 22, 2022

DOE reveals first A&E post-secondary programs to gain Zero Energy Design Designation

The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) awarded its first-ever Zero Energy Design Designation (ZEDD) seal of recognition to 17 leading […]
October 22, 2022
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EPA helps communities locate and replace lead pipes that can contaminate drinking water

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is releasing guidance that will help communities and water utilities identify lead pipes that connect drinking water service to homes […]
October 7, 2022

AIHA issues Spanish version of pandemic OEHS guide

AIHA, the association for scientists and professionals committed to preserving and ensuring workplace health and safety, recently announced the publication of El Rol del Higienista Ocupacional en […]
October 3, 2022

6 critical impacts of FM training and upskilling

Employers across the globe are facing similar challenges as it relates to their facility management (FM) workforce. How can you recruit new team members and what […]
September 30, 2022
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GSA addresses climate and sustainability in federal buying

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) hosted the first GSA Acquisition Policy Federal Advisory Committee (GAP FAC) public meeting on September 22, 2022. The GAP FAC will advise […]
September 19, 2022

DOE awards $10 million to develop renewably powered district energy systems for plants, bases and campuses

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently awarded $10 million to six projects that will support the adoption of clean-energy technologies and advanced energy-efficiency measures in American industry. Three awardees will […]
September 19, 2022

5 steps to tackle deferred maintenance for government facilities

Every public sector building is unique and requires a strategic facilities management program to ensure it can meet its mission and its users’ needs. Amidst competing […]
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