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Too many managers believe money motivates employees. It doesn’t. Money is a short-term stimulator. I live in the South, and summers get hot and humid. But this summer has been special. We just broke a record for the most consecutive days above 90 and the number of days with a heat index above 100. Of…

ASHRAE and the World Filtration Institute (WFI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding formalizing the organizations’ relationship. The agreement outlines how both organizations will work cooperatively on common public affairs initiatives and leverage the strengths of both organizations to address critical challenges in the industry, while promoting innovative solutions that benefit the global community. New…

The Steveston Community Park playground is set to undergo an exciting transformation with construction starting this August. Centrally located just northeast of the intersection of No. 1 Road and Moncton Street, the 30 acre park will soon feature a refreshed destination playground inspired by Steveston Village’s rich history. It is time to replace the current…

Construction is starting on an expansion to Lynn Valley Elementary school in North Vancouver. “As more communities like North Vancouver experience population growth, our government is continuing to invest in building and expanding schools,” said Rachna Singh, minister of education and child care. “I am proud that Lynn Valley Elementary will soon have space for…

Many companies have yet to tap into the growing “longevity economy” — the economic value of the over-50 population as consumers and workers. Businesses often overlook this demographic even though it holds about 80% of U.S. household wealth and is responsible for half of consumer spending.1 People who are 50-plus contribute $8.3 trillion annually to…

Would you be ready for a power outage at your facility if it happened today? Before the power goes out, you need to assess whether your facility can ensure business continuity during an outage. Power outages can be less stressful and manageable with the right prep. Here are 8 questions facilities managers should ask themselves…