SECTION IV
Sustainability
Rapid change in the interest and acceptance of green or sustainable buildings and building operations has occurred over the last decades. The perceived ability to reduce costs, improve employee satisfaction, and help to “save the earth” has given facility managers a dramatic new area of focus.
This section provides an overview of the green movement, applications of sustainability to facility management, the financial case and models for justifying sustainable products and services, as well as some suggestions and resources for gaining acceptance as you bring more sustainable practices to your organization.
It is a natural fit for facility managers to understand and embrace the concepts of sustainability and lead ...
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