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Concrete is among the most durable building materials. Many have marveled at ancient Roman structures built from concrete that have lasted through millennia. Their durability is an inspiration to modern builders, and one might rightly ask, “Why don’t modern concrete structures last as long as these ancient ones?” The short and simple answer is that…

  With more and more employees looking to their employers for mental health support, it is becoming more important than ever that workplaces provide these avenues. This is particularly crucial for men, a demographic for whom stigma persists. Increased awareness and transparency from a business perspective around where the challenges for male employees lie can…

As smart buildings and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions continue to evolve, the need for a flexible, scalable, and cost-effective backbone becomes more critical. Wireless mesh networks (WMNs) may provide an ideal solution, offering resilient communication, real-time data processing, and low operational costs. This technology supports the continuous integration of new sensors, automation tools, and…

The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) has teamed up with software company Autodesk to launch the Building Lifecycle Management Initiative (BLMI). With a global focus spanning North America, EMEA, Asia-Pacific, and LATAM, the new initiative is a technology-agnostic, standards-aligned endeavor that aspires to unify commercial real estate stakeholders—from owners and facilities managers (FMs) to architecture,…

Water is life. It sustains ecosystems, fuels businesses and economies, and nourishes communities, yet our planet’s water cycle is out of balance. Climate change, population growth, and industrial demand are driving water systems to the brink. From devastating droughts to catastrophic floods, water challenges affect billions of people and threaten the well-being of future generations…

The Government of Canada announced that TransLink will receive more than $1.5 billion over 10 years in public transit funding for Metro Vancouver through the creation of a Metro-Region Agreement, starting in 2026. Under the Metro-Region Agreement stream of the new Canada Public Transit Fund, the federal government is providing long-term, predictable funding for the…