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Developers are increasingly prioritizing community-centric design principles to create spaces that not only cater to the diverse needs of local residents but also foster a sense of belonging and connection. By curating a diverse mix of retail, dining, entertainment, and recreational offerings, shopping centers can serve as gathering points where communities come together to shop,…

The federal government is placing big bets on the leadership role rural communities will play in building resilient clean energy futures, which should be a call to action for the clean energy and corporate sustainability communities. This was clearly illustrated on Feb. 27, when the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced more than $366 million…

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted to enforce a new rule requiring publicly traded companies to disclose their direct greenhouse gas emissions should the information be deemed “material” to investors. The SEC had been expected to require that companies also report their indirect emissions but the agency dropped that requirement from the final rule….

Facilities professionals involved with the new construction and renovation of commercial, industrial, educational, and governmental properties should be familiar with ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) and their importance. Understanding and using GFCIs can help protect against electrocution and reduce the chances of fires, overheating, and destruction of wire insulation. What Are GFCIs? According to the National…

The Bitterroot Health-Darby Scripps Clinic is a recent example of designing and building a rural healthcare facility. Rural areas tend to lack readily accessible healthcare.  Even when services are available, options are limited. Organizations such as Neenan Archistruction and Bitterroot Health are working to change that. However, designing healthcare facilities for rural areas is not…

There are numerous applications and benefits for drones in facilities management.   March 7, 2024   Technology has streamlined and aided in many facilities operations; however, one type of technology is taking facility managers’ capabilities to new heights: drones. These small, unmanned aircraft can assist facility managers by providing views of places they could not safely…