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Spring finds industry insiders feeling more optimistic about prospects for commercial real estate in the United States. NAIOP’s newly released sentiment index reveals modest expectations for improvement over the coming 12 months, contrasting with last fall’s majority assessment that both real estate market and general economic conditions were worsening. On the index scale, 50 indicates…

More public buildings and businesses will benefit from over half a billion pounds in government funding to help reduce their energy bills and carbon emissions. Schools, pools, and hospitals will be supported to make energy efficient upgrades, with over £557 million government investment. The new projects will help reduce emissions and cut bills, as part…

Faced with the onerous responsibility of Scope 3 emissions reporting and an ever-increasing need for the highest levels of environmental governance, facility managers must become more knowledgeable about the waste their organisations and supply chains create. This is particularly timely as the waste industry is facing seismic change. The increase in Landfill Tax, as set…

Natural disasters are increasing in frequency and intensity, and areas that haven’t experienced disaster events in the past are now facing unprecedented levels of risk. In 2023 alone, the U.S. experienced a staggering 28 separate disaster events, each costing at least $1 billion in damage. This trend is expected to continue with record-setting wildfires, extreme…

Fifty-seven per cent of UK employers have stated that they are now hiring less graduates than last year. This comes as recent figures from job search engine Adzuna show that graduate positions have dropped nearly a third across the UK (twice the amount of all job vacancies) – adding further to reports last year of…

Facilities managers need to understand occupant needs and in-house resources to ensure successful charging station installations The United States has set a lofty goal of having 50 percent of all vehicles sold be net-zero emitters of greenhouse gases by 2030. The number of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations will need to increase significantly to achieve…

As healthcare facilities continue to modernize their HVAC systems, a concern has cropped up around making them more sustainable. There are two concepts that surround this concern: Net Zero and decarbonization. Net Zero is an overall goal of reaching zero emissions usually by a set year, while decarbonization aims to transition energy sources away from…

When business leaders think about culture transformation, they could do worse than look to Taylor Swift’s country–pop hit “You Belong with Me,” which offers a cautionary tale about relationships and sticking with the one who appreciates you most. The data show that, now more than ever, people need to feel like they belong at work….

Mortgage tech is the top draw for venture capital in the tech sector in Toronto and Vancouver, contrasting with a heavier investment emphasis on software as a service (SaaS), artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning in U.S. markets. JLL’s newly released summary of tech sector trends across 19 North American markets reveals more than USD…

As the temperatures rise, many maintenance workers spend their days doing their jobs outside. Keeping outdoor workers safe and productive in the hot summer months is crucial by ensuring they are properly outfitted and protected from sun exposure. Stay informed about the latest trends, products, practices, and guidelines to keep your outdoor employees safe and…