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The opinions expressed here by Trellis expert contributors are their own, not those of Trellis.​ When a recent study asked, “Are carbon markets fixable?” it did more than assess the performance of carbon markets. It reflected a deeper debate about how the world should decarbonize versus how it actually does. While there’s certainly an important…

As the Atlantic Ocean continues to devour pricey beachfront properties in Rodanthe, N.C., and flooding intensifies across the U.S.—in coastal, riparian and even urban areas—an emerging ecosystem of firms is stepping in to bridge knowledge gaps that the federal government has been unable to fill. Raleigh, N.C.-based Natrx is currently working with the North Carolina…

Excessive office noise is driving stress levels in workplaces. Ben Hancock, Managing Director of Oscar Acoustics explains why facilities managers must prioritise acoustic comfort to address occupant wellbeing Despite the recent rise in return-to-office mandates, recent research conducted by Oscar Acoustics which is published in the report: ‘Shaping Future-Ready Workspaces for the Great Return to…

Facility teams today have many more responsibilities than the bricks and boilers of a building. Modern buildings are full of connected systems that include a building management system (BMS), access control, HVAC, energy meters, elevators, and Internet of Things (IoT) sensors. These connected systems help facilities run efficiently; however, they are making the cyberattack surface…

Managers need to ensure patient access, coordinate with clinical operations and ensure every phase of construction supports the facility’s mission. Hospitals and healthcare facilities nationwide face a growing infrastructure problem: As they try to achieve goals related to protecting the environment and curtailing greenhouse gas emissions, they must make critical decisions about making changes to…

Design experts from Neenan Archistruction explain how single-unit HVAC systems for each operating room enhance infection control, comfort, and resiliency. Many healthcare organizations are rethinking how their mechanical systems are designed – especially in surgical settings. A growing number of ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) are leading a shift toward dedicated HVAC units for each operating…