You don't have to live in a large city or be in the middle of summer to experience the heat island effect. Janelle Penny, editor-in-chief of Buildings, shares what this is and what you can do to lower the impact it has on your facility. (This was a previously live-recorded FM Friday episode.)
The Future of Solar Power
Solar panels look much like they always have, but their consistent appearance belies big improvements in efficiency and affordability. Editor-in-chief Janelle Penny discusses the next frontier of solar power with Brian Lynch, director of solar and ener…
Second Museum in St. Louis to Achieve LEED Gold Certification
The Soldiers Memorial Military Museum was recently awarded LEED Gold certification by the USGBC. The announcement follows the LEED Gold certification of the Gateway Arch Visitor Center and Museum, awarded in February 2019.
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New Resiliency-Based Safety Standard for Structures: Positive Influence
Following LEED’s example, a new resiliency-based safety standard for structures could positively influence industries
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Daily Sustainability Is a Must to Future-Proof Your Building
Sustainability is no longer a “once in a while” option. It must be part of the daily, enterprisewide facilities maintenance plan. Learn more.
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4 Convention Centers Making Strides in Sustainability
Want your facility to go green? Convention centers in Salt Lake City, Detroit, Nashville and New Orleans are making big strides in sustainability through environmentally friendly venue renovations and innovative initiatives. Learn more.
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USGBC Opens Call for Proposals for Next Version of LEED
The U.S. Green Building Council opened the call for proposals for the next version of LEED on July 9. Learn more about how you can submit your ideas and feedback.
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World’s Largest Underwater Restaurant Open for Business
Located in southern Norway, Under is the world’s largest and Europe’s first underwater restaurant and features breathtaking scenes of marine life.
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6 Causes of Urban Heat Islands and 4 Ways to Offset Them
Urban heat islands, the pockets of intense heat found in areas with densely placed buildings and paved surfaces, make occupants uncomfortable and drive up energy bills. Here’s what you can do to combat this phenomenon.
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VR 360 Video Tour: Sustainable Building Design in Salt Lake City (BOMA 2019)
Take a look inside the two high-performance facilities featured on the building tour at the 2019 BOMA International annual conference and expo.
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