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Women make up around 21 per cent of the FM workforce according to an IFMA survey. An IWFM survey gives a more charitable estimate for the UK sector, with a 34/66 percentage split of women to men. Regardless of the exact numbers, it is agreed that the sector is male dominated. In areas like electrical…

New research from The Young Foundation, conducted on behalf of 12 professional membership and regulatory bodies, reveals that while equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) initiatives are increasingly commonplace, there is growing scepticism among professionals that these are ‘box-ticking’ exercises. The report, Beyond Buzzwords, cautions that unless change is urgently prioritised, recent progress risks unravelling. The…

The U.S. Green Building Council’s Center for Green Schools announced the winners of the 2024 Best of Green Schools Awards, an annual recognition in collaboration with the Green Schools National Network. The awards, announced at the 2024 Green Schools Conference in Santa Fe, N.M., honor and recognize schools, districts, individuals, lawmakers, and others active in advancing green schools nationwide….

  Whether you’re managing a high footfall venue or a small office building, effective maintenance of M&E assets is essential to the smooth running of any organisation. Encompassing everything from heating and cooling to lighting, power, water and gas systems, M&E assets cover a whole spectrum of activities that keep a building’s occupants comfortable and…

Furniture manufacturers discuss how furniture can promote more holistic healing and a home-like feeling. Furniture plays a subtle role in healthcare facilities, as it helps how comfortable or even home-like the facility feels. Overall, that can end up contributing to a more holistic healing experience. In this manufacturer roundtable, Healthcare Facilities Today speaks to furniture…

Restroom cleanliness has been top of mind for the last few years, and as we continue to improve washroom tidiness, sanitation, and hygiene, what are consumers looking for when they visit public restrooms? With the focus on safety in recent years, have customer expectations shifted and what can cleaners do to keep guests happy when…