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GSA, LEED, USGBC, and Politics

Building Information Management

General Services Administration (GSA) is to be commended for its leadership in improving energy and environmental performance across its federal building portfolio. GSA reduced emissions from federal buildings more than 20 percent compared with 2008. performance building rating system in the United States. Airfresh Inc.

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Public Law 111-308 – Federal Buildings Personnel Training Act – FBPTA – CORE COMPETENCIES

Building Information Management

The core competencies identified include competencies relating to building operations and maintenance, energy management, sustainability, water efficiency, safety (including electrical safety) and building performance measures. Fede ral Buildings Personnel Training Act. The core competencies will be updated annually per the law.

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5 Ventilation Trends for 2025

CCR Magazine

Nearly five years since the COVID-19 pandemic, indoor air quality remains top of mind within the building industry. This, combined with new building codes and stricter energy efficiency requirements, continues to influence how and where ventilation systems are both specified and needed.