ACE awards, conferences & exhibitions
THE FACILITIES SHOW 2011: COMPREHENSIVE CONTENT FOR LEADING PROFESSIONALS
Taking place from 17-19 May, The Facilities Show, in association with the British Institute of Facilities Management (BIFM) is confirmed as the pivotal date in the FM professional’s calendar. With hours of free educational content
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The Facilities Show provides the opportunity for FM professionals to explore the key areas of the FM agenda in an innovative and informative setting. The seminar programme includes; The
Profile of FM, presented by the current BIFM FM of The Year, Julie Kortens (Head of FM at Channel 4) and Engaging the CEO, lead by Steve Gladwin, CEO of Hochtief FM, one of the largest TFM providers in Europe. Adrian Newton, Portfolio Director for Safety and Building Management at UBM Live, organisers of The Facilities Show
he UK’s leading annual facilities management event, The Facilities Show, is set to deliver a comprehensive, educational seminar programme for 2011.
2011, says: “Having attracted 16,388 (ABC Audited) visitors to the show last year, The Facilities Show is the UK’s biggest and fastest growing FM event. “We pride ourselves on supplying free educational content to the FM industry and are dedicated to providing FM professionals the opportunity to network with leading experts, share industry knowledge and explore innovative FM products and solutions.” Facilities providers such as telephone- support company Moneypenny, PHS Compliance, Bauder, Bosch Thermotechnology, FSI, LTT Vending and Refreshment Systems are amongst those exhibiting at The Facilities Show 2011. Key features at The Facilities Show 2011 include: • The Energy Management Zone – Showcasing exhibitors offering specific energy management products, services and advice
• The Prop IT Trail – An area dedicated to cutting edge products
and suppliers of new technologies
• Green FM Trail – Highlighting exhibitors that provide products and services to create more efficient, sustainable workplaces In addition, a highlight of The
Facilities Show 2010, the Approved Operator Parking Zone, hosted by the British Parking Authority (BPA) and its Approved Operator Scheme (AOS) returns for the second year. Operators involved in all aspects of car park management business will once again exhibit under the banner of the BPA and AOS. The Facilities Show 2011 is co-located with IFSEC, the world’s largest annual security event, Safety & Health Expo and International Firex. All events are free to attend for pre-registered visitors. For further information on
The Facilities Show 2011, its features, or to register for your free pass, please visit
www.thefacilitiesshow.com
HOUSING PROVIDER A2DOMINION GETS LEADING SHIFT AWARD FOR BEING GREEN
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2Dominion has been recognised as one of the most environmentally- friendly housing associations in the country after receiving a prestigious sustainability award.
A2Dominion was awarded Bronze in the highly challenging SHIFT Index, a sustainability benchmark for housing associations.
The index was developed with the support of WWF-UK, the Tenant Services Authority, Homes and Communities Authority and the UK Green Building Council.
Companies signing up to be assessed by the SHIFT Index commit themselves to being measured against a challenging set of targets for reduced carbon emissions, designed to mitigate against climate
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change and a broad range of environmental impacts.
David Lingeman, A2Dominion’s
Director of Property Services, said: “Across our organisation, we work hard to reduce our impact on the environment. We do this in a range of ways, which includes
taking action to reduce our CO2 emissions, reducing our dependence on non-renewable resources and promoting the reuse and recycling of materials. “We are delighted to have achieved the Bronze level in the SHIFT Index and we are committed to continuing to build on our work.”
Andrew Eagles, Managing Director of Sustainable Homes, secretariat of SHIFT stated: “SHIFT provides an independent assessment of sustainability. By having
this assessment A2Dominion is standing head and shoulders above the rest of the sector. They are illustrating how seriously they take the issues of adaptation and mitigation of climate change. A performance of Bronze is extremely admirable”. Pat Ritchie, Chief Executive of the Homes and Communities Agency, said of the results: “Environmental sustainability is vitally important: I am encouraged to see that our housing association partners recognise the significance of their role and the impact of their work in this field.” For more information on SHIFT visit
www.sustainablehomes.co.uk/ sustainablehomesindex.aspx
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