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What is wind energy?

What is wind energy?

3 wind turbines against a light blue sky. Wind can do amazing things: carve canyons, move boats across oceans, power machines that grind grain, and—when channeled correctly—create electricity to run our appliances and gadgets. People have been harnessing the power of...

Construction starts on world’s first 3D printed hotel

Construction starts on world’s first 3D printed hotel

Construction is underway for the first 3D printed hotel and residences in Marfa, TX with 43 new hotel units and 18 residential homes. Designed by the world-renowned Bjarke Ingels Group, the relocation and expansion of El Cosmico to a 60 plus acre property will...

The Secret to Reducing Clutter and Improving Operational Flow

The Secret to Reducing Clutter and Improving Operational Flow

Clutter is more than a visual nuisance; for facilities management professionals, it’s a roadblock to operational efficiency. Disorganized spaces, misplaced tools, and inefficient workflows can slow down processes, leading to wasted time, resources, and ultimately,...

Making the Case for Metal Roofs

Making the Case for Metal Roofs

Managers see benefits through fewer replacements, improved sustainability. Despite the availability and popularity of metal roofs, shingled roofs remain the more popular choice for many commercial building owners and facility managers due to their cheaper upfront...

Making Healthcare Lighting More Energy Efficient and Sustainable

Making Healthcare Lighting More Energy Efficient and Sustainable

Lighting manufacturers discuss the latest developments to make lighting more eco-friendly. Lighting is often one of the primary elements of a healthcare facility changed to address energy efficiency and sustainability. This is because lighting is kept on and running...

ISA/IEC 62443 Addresses Supply Chain Challenges

ISA/IEC 62443 Addresses Supply Chain Challenges

  Implementing the ISA standard will provide needed security and stability in today’s complex supply chains. A supply chain refers to the entire network of organizations, people, activities, information, and resources involved in creating and delivering a product...