More energy on less land: the drive to shrink solar’s footprint

More energy on less land: the drive to shrink solar’s footprint

  From the ground, the new solar farm shimmers like a mirage oasis on a hot summer day. Instead of row after slanting row of shiny panels stretching taller than corn, this array, mounted directly on the earth, lies flat as water. From the air, it looks like an acre-sized swimming pool. Yet despite its…

CIBSE Climate Action Plan review highlights the ongoing impact of building services engineers in delivering net zero

CIBSE Climate Action Plan review highlights the ongoing impact of building services engineers in delivering net zero

  Building Services Engineers have a vital role in delivering net zero buildings which are adapted for climate change. The CIBSE Climate Action Plan reflects the ongoing work and impact that building services engineers have in finding innovative ways to make buildings perform for individuals, the community, and the planet. In line with long-standing CIBSE…

Bridging the Gap Between FMs and Construction Closeouts

Bridging the Gap Between FMs and Construction Closeouts

Design/construction and facilities management teams are always waiting for project closeouts. Most of the time, it takes months (if not years) to receive all the final documentation after project turnover. One would think that closeout packages would be compiled throughout the construction process, but often it isn’t even started until weeks before the project is…

Who leads, who lags on sustainable finance policy

Who leads, who lags on sustainable finance policy

  ESG, sustainability, impact, climate — whichever focus suits you — the Inflation Reduction Act probably felt like a big win. But sustainability wins tend to produce short-lived celebrations. Two minutes into the party this week, the first “yeah, but” calls amid the cheers reminded us (rightfully so) that we’re dancing on the brink of…

How Succession Planning Can Help Combat the Great Retirement

How Succession Planning Can Help Combat the Great Retirement

  As facility managers retire in droves, organizations need to be proactive about succession planning to protect institutional knowledge. That’s especially true when it comes to fire and life safety strategies and technology. Here are some tips. We’ve likely all heard of the Great Resignation by now, but there’s another prominent hiring trend lurking behind…

The key ingredients for digital project success

The key ingredients for digital project success

    According to a A recent survey on project failures in the IT industry, 84% of digital projects fail to meet their objectives, with most delayed, running over budget, and/or failing to deliver on what was promised. That’s enough to make any manager leading a digital project break out in a cold sweat. So,…