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Facilities Management UK December 2021


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05 Wates & JLL Win Silver Green Apple Award For Energy Management System.


08 UK Businesses Admit ‘Empty Promises’ On Corporate Net Zero Commitments.


FIRE RESILIENCE: A CRUCIAL ELEMENT OF SUSTAINABILITY


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10 When a building is not designed or built to withstand potentially catastrophic risks such as fire, then it can nullify the benefits gained from sustainable construction.


HOW LIGHTING CAN REDUCE YOUR ENERGY BILLS


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14 A report by the Lighting Industry Association shows that by installing a control system to ensure that no unnecessary light is kept on, a space will experience energy savings of 60% or more.


BUILDING EFFICIENCY: MODERN SOLUTIONS FOR MODERN PROBLEMS


20 Creating efficient buildings is central to the decarbonization effort. The clean electrification of building use and more efficient building stock is estimated to contribute to 80% of the effort to achieve net-zero emissions in the sector.


ANTAC CELEBRATING 20 YEARS!


24 Antac is an independent service provider that was established in 2001. Now 20 years later they have achieved so much.


A BRIGHTER PLACE lighting TO products BE:


LIGHTING CONTROLS FOR FACILITIES 28 Automated


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buildings allow managers to customise space and whilst keeping costs down.


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ENHANCING PV SYSTEM SAFETY THROUGH INNOVATION


32 Installing PV systems has become increasingly more attractive to businesses due to their improved economics. With the proliferation of solar energy, it is important to keep in mind that they are mini power stations. While PV systems are safe, certain safety measures should be considered during design and installation.


BEST CLEANING PRACTICES TO SUPPORT BUILDING MAINTENANCE


34 Increased dirt and debris during the winter months places greater pressure on facilities managers to ensure that preventative measures are taken to stop dirt from entering the facility as they battle with weather elements. Maintaining a clean front of house keeps the premises appealing and safe for guests.


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