California proposes $1.7 billion for climate disclosure law

California proposes $1.7 billion for climate disclosure law

California Governor Gavin Newsom revised his 2024-2025 state budget proposal to include $1.7 billion to fund the state’s corporate climate disclosure laws, SB 253 and SB 261, among other climate programs. Specifically, the governor’s plan shifts the money from the state’s General Fund to the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF). The latter is funded by…

California proposes $22 million for climate disclosure law

California proposes $22 million for climate disclosure law

California Governor Gavin Newsom revised his 2024-2025 state budget proposal to include $22 million to fund the state’s corporate climate disclosure laws, SB 253 and SB 261, among other climate programs. Specifically, the governor’s plan shifts the money from the state’s General Fund to the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF). The latter is funded by…

Smart Service for Smart Facilities: How facility management businesses can utilise AI-powered technology to be smart, safe, efficient, and profitable 

Smart Service for Smart Facilities: How facility management businesses can utilise AI-powered technology to be smart, safe, efficient, and profitable 

Smart technologies are transforming facilities management, driving energy efficiency, safety, and sustainability. However, relying solely on off-the-shelf technology can lead to inefficiencies, poor sustainability practices, and decreased customer satisfaction, impacting margins. IFS AI-powered technology empowers leading global facilities management companies to optimize field service and asset efficiency, delivering services profitably. IFS AI-powered technology is used…

Empowering School Safety: Strategies for a Secure Learning Environment

Empowering School Safety: Strategies for a Secure Learning Environment

It’s crucial for your school to continuously reassess its approach to safety throughout the year, establishing new goals and strategies as needed. Reviewing current policies, anticipating future trends, and taking a proactive approach will help your school prepare effectively to address and prevent potential issues. Start by Conducting Thorough Assessments Improving school building safety involves…

Preparing Your Business for Unpredictable Weather and Vulnerabilities

Preparing Your Business for Unpredictable Weather and Vulnerabilities

During spring, businesses often find themselves confronted with the unpredictable nature of changing weather patterns. Recent forecasts have indicated a “Polar Coaster Spring,” marked by fluctuating temperatures and potential severe weather events. As the seasons transition, here are a few steps to help better prepare and protect your business, mitigating risks and ensuring continuity in…

Over two-thirds of UK industry at risk of failing on-the-spot HSE inspection

Over two-thirds of UK industry at risk of failing on-the-spot HSE inspection

Seven in 10 organisations operating in some of the UK’s biggest industries admit that they are unlikely to comply with on-the-spot Health & Safety Executive (HSE) inspection due to a lack of data proving that their fixed and moveable assets are managed and maintained to the required regulatory standards, finds new research. Nearly one fifth…

DOE unveils a second chance to access $6 billion from carbon capture tech

DOE unveils a second chance to access $6 billion from carbon capture tech

Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is a major tool the Biden administration is taking advantage of to help accelerate the country’s decarbonization. Policies like the Environmental Protection Agency’s power plant rules requiring fossil fuel power plants install carbon capture and sequestration/storage (CCS) technology or shut down by 2039 and the newest round of funding for…

Implementing Wellness Initiatives in the Workplace: Strategies for Facilities Managers

Implementing Wellness Initiatives in the Workplace: Strategies for Facilities Managers

Creating a workplace atmosphere that promotes health and wellness is good for employees. It can also boost productivity and improve the staff’s mental health. As a facilities manager, you can implement changes that support wellness initiatives through ergonomic design choices and environmentally friendly changes. It also means caring for your own health while you develop…