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Colleges are facing increasingly disruptive climate-change impacts that now strike very close to home. One of the most tangible changes is more frequent extreme temperatures that strain campus district energy systems and power sources. Students in residence halls that at one time didn’t require air conditioning are now experiencing 90- to 100-degree Fahrenheit days in…

  The challenges of managing building maintenance services can be daunting for property managers and are growing even more so with rising inflation. In light of recent news about its extent and effects, inflation, in combination with tight labour markets, is compounding the rising wages in the frontline service workforce. That is concerning as building…

It might seem ironic that a physical security solution designed to protect people and property can provide an entry point for cybercriminals. However, because these systems—video surveillance, access control, alarms, communications, and more—are increasingly connected to networks and IT infrastructure, they can be quite vulnerable. Nearly every day brings the news of another data breach…

I recently heard a Hidden Brain podcast that changed how I think about money. The show talked about “money scripts” — the narratives we hold about money, and how it subconsciously informs how we approach financial decisions. These scripts often serve to hurt ourselves most. For example, if you believe that everyone with money is…

Some of the biggest businesses in the country are complaining about the projected expense of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s proposed rule about climate disclosure. The proposed rule mandates that companies must report their greenhouse gas emissions and climate change risks, and that their data be verified by a third party. The time period…

Inspections should be completed at least once a year. Here are some tips and best practices for making sure your fire barriers are in proper condition. When was the last time you had the fire rated barriers in your building inspected? Some building owners, property managers, facility managers, and other responsible personnel are unaware that…