Less paperwork for dual LEED and WELL applicants

Less paperwork for dual LEED and WELL applicants

  A new agreement means less paperwork for applicants pursuing LEED and WELL certification for the same building. The Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) and the International Well Building Institute (IWBI) have introduced a streamlined process for submitting documentation. “It builds upon our shared commitment to driving positive health outcomes across the built environment,” says…

Are Your Facilities Ready for a Pest-Packed Season Ahead?

Are Your Facilities Ready for a Pest-Packed Season Ahead?

    The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) released its bi-annual Bug Barometer, which forecasts what Americans can expect from pest populations in their respective regions across the U.S. this spring and summer based on weather patterns, long-term forecasts, and pest biology. Due to the erratic weather experienced across the U.S. this winter and warm and wet…

Well-Being Intelligence: A Skill Set for the New World of Work

Well-Being Intelligence: A Skill Set for the New World of Work

A rise in workplace mental health issues calls for an informed response from managers and organizations.     The rise in the number of sick days employees have been taking is becoming a concern in many developed countries. In Sweden, the number of sick days per employee increased by one full day per year from…

Vikings Stadium Requiring $280 Million for Maintenance

Vikings Stadium Requiring $280 Million for Maintenance

U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis is only seven years old, but the home of the Minnesota Vikings is already considering additional funding to keep the NFL stadium in top-notch condition. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reported that the stadium will require $280 million in maintenance over the next decade, including $48 million next year. The stadium’s…

Updating your condo’s emergency response plan

  As spring temperatures arrive and snow and ice finally recede, condominium managers often face property maintenance issues that arise or were neglected during the winter months. In addition to the regular maintenance tasks required to transition your building from winter to spring, this is also an ideal time to review and update your condo’s…