It’s a First! Fire Safety Plan Accredited Training Now Available

It’s a First! Fire Safety Plan Accredited Training Now Available

When a fire broke out at 2 Forest Laneway in North York on January 6, 1995, most residents were still sleeping. The fire began at 5 a.m. in an apartment on the fifth floor and spread quickly. Six people died, all overcome by smoke and found in the upper levels of the two stairwells of…

The impact of office-to-residential conversion on downtown areas

The impact of office-to-residential conversion on downtown areas

“The pandemic is behind us.” That’s what most cities and businesses are saying as the lockdown months get further and further in the rearview. Meanwhile, we’ve seen hybrid work truly take root and many markets seeing a “flight to quality” as tenants choose to leave outdated buildings in favor of new ones with contemporary amenities….

Evaluating sustainability software? Here’s 5 smart tips to get started

Evaluating sustainability software? Here’s 5 smart tips to get started

Sustainability reporting has evolved rapidly as companies are forced to shift from voluntary disclosure to accurately responding to coming regulatory requirements for auditable ESG data. Say goodbye to spreadsheets and hello IT. The ESG reporting software market was worth more than $905 million in 2021 and will grow to more than $4.34 billion by 2027,…

After a wave of criticism, what’s on the horizon for ESG strategy?

After a wave of criticism, what’s on the horizon for ESG strategy?

After several years of expanding initiatives and acrimonious debates over environment, social and governance (ESG) issues, there is a re-examination of the effectiveness of strategies for advancing or opposing the current ESG agenda. For example, commenters such as The New York Times’ Ross Douthat question whether “peak woke” is behind us, at least in non-academic…

6 Tips to Boost the Efficiency of Facility Maintenance

6 Tips to Boost the Efficiency of Facility Maintenance

When you hear “facility maintenance,” it’s easy to envision technicians and machinery. Yet, in our efficiency-centric era, its scope has broadened. It’s no longer just about upkeep; it’s about enhancing productivity, curbing costs, and setting new performance standards. Advanced tools, smart systems, and data-driven approaches are becoming integral. In this article, we’ll delve into the…

FEMA Offering Nearly $2 Billion for Climate Resilience Projects

FEMA Offering Nearly $2 Billion for Climate Resilience Projects

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced it is making $1.8 billion available for two grant programs designed to help communities increase their resilience to the impacts of climate change, including increasingly frequent and extreme weather events. Notably, the International Code Council (ICC) has praised FEMA for including a “historic investment in resilient building codes” as…