The clean energy transition is happening faster than forecasters thought

The clean energy transition is happening faster than forecasters thought

It is inherently difficult to predict disruptive technologies. Past trends are not a good indication of technology that are poised for exponential growth. Many energy outlooks look conservative in hindsight. The International Energy Agency (IEA) is no stranger to this dance. This week, the international think tank raised its global forecast for renewable growth in…

Office occupancy in London at its highest since March 2020

Office occupancy in London at its highest since March 2020

Recent data from workplace technology company, Freespace, has shown that office occupancy in London is at its highest since before the first set of lockdowns in March 2020. The data which comes from the Freespace Index has shown that office occupancy last Tuesday November 29th and Thursday December 1st both reached 52 per cent occupancy, just…

Sustainable Buildings Go Beyond Just Environmental Benefits

Sustainable Buildings Go Beyond Just Environmental Benefits

The Sustainability goals need to factor in human health and resiliency. In order to truly be sustainable, facilities need to be environmentally conscious not only in the way that they are built and designed, but also in how they operate. Building owners have been encouraged to pursue sustainability goals for their properties by using flexible designs…

A Better Understanding of NFPA 70E: Setting Up an Electrical Safety Program (Part 9 – Safety Planning)

A Better Understanding of NFPA 70E: Setting Up an Electrical Safety Program (Part 9 – Safety Planning)

  Section 110.5(I) in NFPA 70E®, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace® requires that an electrical safety program (ESP) include that both a job safety plan and job briefing be completed before a task is performed. A safety plan will vary by task and equipment. The briefing will vary based on the plan. An…

How to go green with your landscaping

How to go green with your landscaping

  If you want to take a greener approach to your facility’s landscaping, now is a great time to plan ahead, optimize your asset management, and be ready for spring. From adopting a more natural approach to embracing new technology, boost your facility’s sustainability with a new look at landscaping. Try greenscaping Start with “greenscaping”…

This Is What Happens To Your Brain When You’re In Meetings All Day

This Is What Happens To Your Brain When You’re In Meetings All Day

If you have ever felt like a full day of back-to-back meetings was draining your life force, you’re not alone. Many of us dread a packed work calendar. Wasting too much time in meetings is a distraction preventing 67% of professionals from making more of an impact, according to a 2019 survey of nearly 2,000…