BUILDINGS Podcast

Is your facility still relying on the old period product dispensers that charge a quarter? That could be a problem in a growing number of locations. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

Is the culture at your company healthy? Learn how to nurture a strong culture at your organization. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

Babcock Ranch, Florida, is a cutting-edge, sustainable town that makes extensive use of solar power, battery storage and integrated technology. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

Structural round timber utilizes trees in their natural form for structural applications like columns, beams and trusses. Amelia Swan Baxter of WholeTrees Structures explains how you can use it in projects. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

Many legacy student housing facilities don’t match the realities of today’s students—or their needs. Here's how Aurora University and Fisk University both created on-campus housing for diverse student bodies with strategies to create a sense of belonging. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

The popularity of electric vehicles is accelerating rapidly, but there are some risks associated with having EVs and charging infrastructure on your property. Bobby Levin, president and chairman of Globe Midwest Adjusters International , discusses what building owners and facilities teams need to know about these risks. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-po...

The Extended Reality Lab, or XR Lab, is a space where students can learn on a VR headset, watch a guest lecture on a video wall or broadcast their motion capture in real time. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

Poor indoor air quality can affect students’ ability to learn and pay attention in school. What are the key drivers of poor IAQ in schools—and what can school facilities teams do about them? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

Commercial facilities are an appealing target for cyberattacks, and every building system connected to the internet is at risk of being hacked. Learn about the precautions you can implement in our latest ICYMI podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

Oil fouling is a normal phenomenon that can reduce the energy efficiency of your HVAC system and cause it to work harder to deliver conditioned air. Learn what you can do to treat oil buildup. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

FM, IT and security have been siloed from each other historically. Dive into our latest ICYMI podcast to discover how to work together more effectively. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

Adaptive reuse has been a hallmark of sustainable design for a long time, but often, only the core and shell are reused—the rest is gutted. Learn more about the cycle of reuse and what’s making it possible to extend the lifespan of interiors. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

Buildings have an outsized impact on our mental health. What does that mean for owners and managers? Learn more in our ICYMI podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

The Biden Administration announced a proposal that would speed up the transition to electric vehicles dramatically by imposing new pollution standards for cars and trucks. What are the implications for drivers, and what are the implications for people who own and manage commercial buildings? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

The new release of ASHRAE 90.1 is here, and with it comes a host of changes to the landmark energy efficiency standard. Learn about the updates your jurisdiction may soon adopt in our ICYMI podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

American Nevada Company recently won its fifth consecutive local TOBY Award. Natalie Allred, vice president of property management, joins editor-in-chief Janelle Penny to talk about what it takes to win a TOBY and how listeners can position their own buildings for TOBY success. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

Decarbonization is the logical next step for operating buildings sustainably. In our new In Case You Missed It (ICYMI) podcast feature, check out tips to help you start your journey. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

COVID has exacerbated the phenomenon of “zombie offices”—underutilized office buildings that are sitting nearly empty. One potential solution is turning these structures into multifamily housing via adaptive reuse. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

Spring storms are striking earlier this year due to the La Niña conditions. That means you need to prepare now to reduce the impact on your buildings. Join editor in chief Janelle Penny and Chuck Miccolis, managing director of commercial lines for the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), for research-backed preparedness guidance that will empower you to prepare your propertie...

Building occupants are concerned about the air they’re breathing, but how do you know what’s in the air? Learn about your solutions for correcting issues, from ventilation and filtration to air purifiers and more, with Sissi Liu, cofounder and CEO of Metalmark. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

In this third and final episode in our three-part series on sustainable design, we hone in on the higher education market to learn how colleges and universities are meeting aggressive sustainability targets. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

There is a myriad of ecolabels, third-party certification programs and green building rating systems on the market—enough to make an architect's or designer's head spin. In this episode, we sit down with a few industry experts to discuss the tools and programs that are available to help building professionals reduce their environmental footprints in the battle against climate change. --- Support t...

What’s on deck for HVAC in 2023? Join editor in chief Janelle Penny and Doug Bougher, director of applied sales for LG Electronics USA, to hear about 2023’s top commercial trends and learn which technologies will become more popular as the industry moves toward decarbonization and electrification. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/buildings-podcast/support

How do you know if your staff is truly cleaning for health? Learn how good cleaning practices can help mitigate disease risks and gain tips on demonstrating the business value of cleaning for health. Joining editor in chief Janelle Penny is Dr. Gavin Macgregor-Skinner, director of the Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a division of ISSA. This podcast was produced in partnership with ISSA. Le...

In this first of a three-part series on sustainability, we assess where the A&D industry is in the fight against climate change and how we can accelerate progress toward carbon neutrality. In this episode, Chief Content Director Robert Nieminen sits down with Jay Valgora, principal and founder of STUDIO V, and Jonce Walker, global director of sustainability and wellness at HLW, for a lively co...