BUILDINGS Podcast

Some facilities switched to LED lighting earlier than others—and they’re now running into maintenance and disposal issues. Paul Chamberlain, CEO of Linmore, joins the Buildings Podcast to discuss typical issues to expect with first-generation LED lighting—plus, the future of the industry.

What if the most valuable measure of a building has nothing to do with energy use? In this episode, we explore why building performance should be evaluated not only by efficiency, but by the outcomes it enables, including productivity, occupant experience, patient care, operational resilience, and business success. We discuss why utility costs often dominate building conversations, the limitations of focusing on data alone, and how organizations can better connect building performance to strategic goals. Listeners will walk away with a practical question to ask: What outcomes should our buildings be helping us achieve?
 
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For building owners and facility managers, security isn't just an operational concern. It can also affect whether you can secure the insurance coverage your property needs—and how much that coverage costs. This episode of the Buildings Podcast examines factors impacting assault and battery (A&B) coverage.

The growth of AI is putting more pressure on the electrical grid than ever before—but there’s still a lot of wasted energy out there when it comes to individual buildings. Jennifer Nuckles of R-Zero joins the Buildings Podcast to explain where to find HVAC waste and how to optimize systems.

Building performance standards (BPS) are spreading—and even if you’re not responsible for regulatory strategy, you may want to pay attention anyway. This episode of the Buildings Podcast unpacks the potential consequences of not meeting BPS requirements and FM’s role in achieving these goals.

How can you ensure quality and manage risk on large projects—and what can we do to ensure good project outcomes as investment in buildings and infrastructure accelerates? Riad Habib, Senior Vice President of Buildings and Infrastructure at Bureau Veritas, joins the Buildings Podcast to explain.

Artificial intelligence tools are showing up in more and more security conversations—but they’re not perfect. This episode of the Buildings Podcast examines how to get the most out of AI tools while avoiding false alarms and other risks.

Pest pressures can increase as the fall settles in—but what can facilities professionals do about it? Adam Holt, BCE, joins the Buildings Podcast to discuss typical trouble spots and how integrated pest management can help.

Ever looked at a product specification sheet and wondered what all the sustainability labels mean? You’re not alone. This episode of the Buildings Podcast unpacks how to evaluate sustainable products without getting overwhelmed by green claims and marketing buzzwords.

Modern buildings are essentially an RF fortress thanks to low-e glass and construction materials that block cellular signals. Dave Walton of MCA’s data division joins the Buildings Podcast to explain what you can do if your building has a poor wireless signal.