Author: FM College Admin

Stadiums and venues provide a central and accessible location to help communities respond to extreme weather crises, providing safe storage and shelter in times of need. With these events becoming more frequent, severe, and expensive, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and National Football League (NFL) are teaming up on a new program that will…

The FM services provider across the UK and Ireland has launched TwinSpace, its new digital twin technology solution, which provides clients with 3D virtual replicas of their facilities to improve training, project management, occupancy planning, and more. TwinSpace’s accurate 3D models of facilities allow teams to complete site-specific training remotely. New team members can familiarise themselves…

Lighting manufacturers discuss how lights impact staff comfort and efficiency. Lights can have a myriad of effects on staff, with some lighting making them tired and worn out more easily. However, newer lighting technology has been developed to address these issues to reduce strain and fatigue. In this manufacturer roundtable, Healthcare Facilities Today speaks with…

In the face of global challenges, the G20 has a pronounced role in achieving three important societal goals: raising living standards to achieve economic empowerment, mitigating climate change through net-zero efforts, and, to support these goals, boosting economic growth with a focus on productivity. In recent years, the B20—the global business forum for the G20—has…

A landmark Indigenous-led, mixed-use housing development is underway in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside that’s set to bring 150 rental homes, 25 supportive housing and 80 shelter beds to market by late 2025. Named Ho’-kee-melh Kloshe Lum, which means “to gather, good spirits”, the cojoined towers will prioritize Indigenous residents and include larger family-oriented homes, ceremonial space,…

Mass timber has gained popularity as a building material praised for its sustainability and aesthetic appeal. It offers significant environmental benefits because of its reduced carbon footprint, and its biophilic design elements which bring a natural, warm aesthetic that can support cognitive performance, physical health, and psychological well-being. Yet, its rising popularity poses questions about…