It's anti-intuitive, but raising the initial cost of a new school or other capital purchase can reduce total cost of ownership.
Can schools be rewarded with lower insurance costs by taking steps to reduce risk? A new program shows how it can be done.
What if we could design and build lower-maintenance facilities?
A new bio-based phase-change material is providing HVAC savings.
Implications of the increasing consumerization of technology in higher education.
Successfully managing facilities in a climate of change.
The devil is in the details when coordinating campus activities and events.
Bringing context to data confusion.
Furman University has received recognition for its commitment to its campus environment, most recently as a model for arboreta in the Southeast and across the nation.
Equipment maintenance is a vital piece of the safety puzzle.
Methods to make sure your school's carpeted areas are clean and safe.
One way to enhance the health and productivity of students, faculty and staff and the sustainability and resiliency of our schools.
Achieving a balance between a facility's safety and sustainability begins in the design stages.
The difference between a good floor refinishing job and a bad one.
Ceilings, walls and floors present challenges that can be met with planning and maintenance and without breaking the budget.
Crowded school environments can be tough for students who struggle with learning disabilities, addictions, street violence, or other problems in their homes and communities.
Teaching "green" by how you clean.
Summer break is not for everyone, if it exists at all.
Establishing a green cleaning program benefits the entire campus community.
Automated alarm systems can provide significant benefits for facility maintenance organizations.
Expert advice for facilities managers on understanding and managing integrated technology and building management systems.
What is hanging over your head?
As the trend of outsourcing services grows, schools need to examine the pros and cons. What should you keep and what's safe to give up?