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Resources
- ISO's complete collection of generic ISO 9000 standards now available in new book and on CD. November 28, 2007. -- The 14 ISO International Standards currently comprising the ISO 9000 family of generic quality management standards are now available in new paper and CD editions of The ISO Standards collection. Two standards now at the final draft stage, plus a technical corrigendum, are also included. ISO 9001:2000 is complemented by a comprehensive family of standards addressing the following specific aspects of quality management:
- fundamentals and vocabulary,
- performance improvements,
- quality plans,
- projects,
- configuration management,
- measurement processes and measuring equipment,
- system documentation,
- realizing financial and economic benefits,
- training,
- the selection and use of consultants,
- quality and/or environmental management systems auditing,
- complaints handling,
- codes of conduct for customer satisfaction, and
- dispute resolution.
For further info: http://www.iso.org/iso/pressrelease.htm?refid=Ref1091
- The GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI) is an industry-independent, non-profit organization that oversees the GREENGUARD Certification Program. As an ANSI Authorized Standards Developer, GEI establishes acceptable indoor air standards for indoor products, environments, and buildings. GEI’s mission is to improve public health and quality of life through programs that improve indoor air. link
- New from iGreenBuild.com. "Sustainable Development Handbook". Purchase information at web site. link
- Green Technology Forum’s "Nanotechnology for Green Building" report. link
- From iGreenBuild.com - Helpful articles about green building, sustainability, environmental legislation and much more. link
- iGreenBuild.Com newsletter archive: link
- ASHRAE Publishes Pocket Guide in Spanish. link
- ASHRAE guidelines for achieving good indoor air quality. link
- The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) offers new construction safety standards. http://www.asse.org/frshoponline_tstan.htm
- The Free - Online Loss Recovery Guide with Standards (LRGS) represents the latest advancements in the field of emergency services, mitigation, recovery and restoration. http://www.p1m.com/LRGS.htm
- Kaplan AEC Education helps emerging professionals in the architecture, engineering and contracting communities prepare for professional licensing exams. "Kaplan is the nation's leader in helping individuals prepare for standardized testing and has been for nearly 70 years." http://www.kaplanaeceducation.com/
- FacilityZone: The search engine for facility professionals. http://www.facilityzone.com/
- National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS). “This site is the building community's connection to the authoritative national source of knowledge and advice on matters of building regulation, science and technology.” http://www.nibs.org/
BUILDING OPERATIONS
- ISO's complete collection of generic ISO 9000 standards now available in new book and on CD. http://www.iso.org/iso/pressrelease.htm?refid=Ref1091
- ASHRAE guidelines for achieving good indoor air quality. link
- Advanced Plant Maintenance Software training program by Single Source Systems, Inc. "APM Advanced Plant Maintenance can manage your entire internal maintenance process from scheduling preventative maintenance events to handling the unexpected service repair. APM reduces equipment downtime, improves resource utilization, and streamlines your service operations." For information: link
- First Source: Information on building products and building product manufacturers. http://www.firstsourceonl.com/
- Buildings.com – “The Source for Facilities Decision-Makers.” http://www.buildingsmag.com/
- FacilityZone – a Search Engine for Facility Professionals. “FacilityZone™ is a comprehensive vertical search engine for facility professionals. It indexes millions of pages of facility content from more than 2,500 facility-related sites on the web. FacilityZone™ was developed by Trade Press Publishing, the publishers of Building Operating Management and Maintenance Solutions magazines, and producers of the National Facilities Management and technology (NFM&T) and Facilities Midwest Conference and Expositions.” http://www.facilityzone.com/
- Department of Homeland Security materials to improve physical and cyber workplace security. http://www.us-cert.gov/reading_room/distributable.html
- Virtual Interactive Seminars offered by the Association of Facilities Engineering (AFE), covering topics such as Basic Water Treatment, Certified Plant Maintenance Manager, Certified Plant Supervisor, and more. http://afe.org/AFE2006/index.php?c=c_webinar.php
- American Ultraviolet Company (AUV) introduces the Eliminator RPT AC Wall System which provides germicidal protection against organisms that can grow on condensing coils in self-contained air conditioning wall units. http://www.americanultraviolet.com/flash.htm
The Association for Facilities Engineering (AFE) soon to offer online classes in Certified Plant Maintenance Manager and Certified Plant Supervisor. May 18, 2007. http://afe.org/AFE2006/index.php?c=c_frontpage.php
- ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager: Assess and Track Building Performance. http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=evaluate_performance.bus_portfoliomanager
- BOMI (Building Owners & Managers Institute International) has many educational offerings, courses and seminars, online learning, and reference books. For more information: http://www.bomi-edu.org/EduOfferingscontent.aspx?id=98
- ENERGY STAR's Building Manual can help you improve building performance. This is a strategic guide to help you plan and implement profitable energy saving building upgrades. You can maximize energy savings by sequentially following the building upgrade stages 1–5. http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=business.bus_upgrade_manual
- The Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) offers Utility Management Assistance which provides “direct technical assistance to agencies seeking assistance accessing state energy efficiency funds, purchasing renewable power or developing a utilities management strategy to deal with market price volatility or industry restructuring.” http://www.eere.energy.gov/femp/services/uma.cfm
- The Federal Energy Management Program's Project Assistance provides “technical and design assistance to help agencies resolve technical obstacles to project implementation.... Types of projects range from on-site use of renewables to the construction of new buildings." link
- DOE's Energy Information Administration. Official energy statistics from the U.S. Government. http://www.eia.doe.gov/
- DOE's Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE). A resource for hundreds of Web sites and thousands of online documents on energy efficiency and renewable energy: http://www.eere.energy.gov/
- ENERGY STAR is a government-backed program (EPA and DOE) helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency.
http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=home.index
- For Energy Star’s energy management guideline, tools, and resources offered to businesses and individuals by Energy Star: http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=business.bus_index
- Request speakers for your conference from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) online: http://ferc.gov/contact-us/speak-req.asp
- Advanced Energy – A non-profit organization helping customers with their energy investments. “Advanced energy is committed to a future in which energy needs are met at reasonable costs and with the least negative consequences.” Visit the website at: www.advancedenergy.org
- The Air Infiltration and Ventilation Centre - Operated by the International Energy Agency, this website offers a large database of articles on HVAc, indoor air quality, sick building syndrome and other pertinent topics. An efficient search engine enables easy access to information. http://www.aivc.org/
- The American Solar Energy Society (ASES) - http://www.ases.org/
- The American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) – http://www.awea.org
- Central Internet Database (CID) of the Department of Energy – The CID provides detailed information on DOE inventories and management activities for waste and contamination, facilities, radioactive and non-radioactive hazardous waste, toxic chemicals, and more. Accessible at http://cid.em.doe.gov/
- The Center for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology (CREST) offers a Solstice, a web site with a comprehensive database of documents, and a list of organizations dedicated to providing information on renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable development. http://solstice.crest.org
- Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). This commercial website offers free helpful information about utility company practices and procedures. http://www.epri.com/
- Energy Central. Energy related information, products, and services. News, directories, events, databases, literature. http://www.energycentral.com/
- Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Network (EREN). From the Department of Energy - information, newsletter, and “ask an energy expert” section. http://www.eere.energy.gov/
- Energy Efficient Building Association (EEBA). An international nonprofit group fostering energy efficient design and construction incorporating environmental responsibility. Information and training available here. http://www.eeba.org/
- The Energy Efficient Lighting Association. Information about energy efficient lighting. News, events calendar, relevant links, and member forum. http://www.eela.com
- EPA’s Energy Star. Energy Star is a voluntary partnership between the U.S. Department of Energy, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, product manufacturers, local utilities, and retailers. http://www.epa.gov/energystar.html
- GeoExchange Information Center, Learn about GeoExchange (geothermal, ground source) heating and cooling systems, reported to be energy efficiency, environmentally clean, and cost-effective. http://www.GHPC.org/
- Green Room. From Power Integrations, this website monitors current and proposed global energy initiatives and regulations, and provides information and assistance to manufacturers, consumers, and regulators. www.powerint.com/greenroom/
- gridwatch.comTM . A directory of the electric power industry. www.gridwatch.com/
- North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC). The North American Electric Reliability Council’s mission is to ensure that the bulk electric system in North America is reliable, adequate and secure. Formed in 1968, NERC has operates as a self-regulatory organization, relying on reciprocity, peer pressure and the mutual self-interest of all those involved. http://www.nerc.com
- Roadmaps to Energy Efficiency. Sponsored by Global Green USA and Environment Now, this site provides a guide to retrofitting commercial properties to improve energy efficiency and reduce operating costs. Case studies are also presented that demonstrate the benefits that have been achieved in buildings throughout the country. http://energyroadmaps.org/
- Solarbuzz. Information on applications of solar energy, its use by electric utilities, its role in distributed generation, more. Information about codes and standards, a solar module price survey, and a worldwide listing of solar manufacturers are also available. http://www.solarbuzz.com/
- Windustry. Promotes wind energy through outreach, educational materials, and technical assistance to rural landowners, local communities and utilities, and state, regional, and nonprofit collaborations. http://www.windustry.com
- BOMA’s 2007 Experience Exchange Report (EER), in book or CD-ROM form, “is a useful industry tool to aid in evaluating your operating expenses, creating operating strategies, and compiling budgets.” For more information and how to obtain this resource: link
- FacilitiesNet e-Learning. Multiple links to online learning opportunities. http://www.facilitiesnet.com/education/elearning.asp
- National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) http://www.nibs.org/
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ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
- Request technical information, reports, and documents or get assistance with your questions about environmental issues from Stewart Environmental, Inc. offers ehsSUITE™, "the world’s only comprehensive EH&S compliance management solution." This web-based software provides competent, cost-effective EH&S compliance management solution. The ehsSUITE™ is "the world’s only comprehensive environmental, health, and safety compliance management solution." To learn more and for ordering information: link
- EPA webpage: Enviro$en$e - Common Sense Solutions to Environmental Problems: http://es.epa.gov/
- “Mold Prevention Strategies and Possible Health Effects in the Aftermath of Hurricanes and Major Floods” – An article from NIOSH the CDC, outlining strategies for limiting exposures to mold and preventing mold-related health effects in the aftermath of hurricanes and storms. http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/rr5508a1.htm
- Clean Air and OSHA Compliance Reference Guide from BOMI International. “Keep your building free from IAQ problems and potential health and safety issues with BOMI’s Clean Air and OSHA Compliance Reference Guide!” Order here: http://www.bomiproducts.org/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=4
2006 Edition of Edwards Disaster Recovery Directory. Now in its 15th year, Edwards Disaster Recovery Directory is a comprehensive 400-page directory of resources for recovery services in critical situations. There are over 4,000 current listings of businesses offering every conceivable resource, including the hard-to-find, throughout the United States and Canada. Also included are informative articles for disaster planning and preparedness. http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reportsc25987
REGULATIONS
MISCELLANEOUS
- The American Institute of Architects (AIA) offers the online "Federal Regulatory Monitor", where you will find up-to-date information on proposed federal rules and regulations that affect the practice of architecture, and tools to help you comment on key issues before federal agencies.
SAFETY
ENERGY MANAGEMENT
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- DOE's Energy Information Administration (EIA) - Monthly Energy Review. -- The Monthly Energy Review (MER) is the Energy Information Administration’s primary report of recent energy statistics. Included are total energy production, consumption, and trade; energy prices; overviews of petroleum, natural gas, coal, electricity, nuclear energy, renewable energy, and international petroleum; and data unit conversions.\ http://www.eia.doe.gov/emeu/mer/contents.html
- DOE's Energy Information Administration - Annual Energy Review -- The Annual Energy Review (AER) is the Energy Information Administration’s primary report of historical annual energy statistics. For many series, data begin with the year 1949. Included are data on total energy production, consumption, and trade; overviews of petroleum, natural gas, coal, electricity, nuclear energy, renewable energy, international energy, as well as financial and environmental indicators; and data unit conversion tables. The report is also released in print. http://www.eia.doe.gov/emeu/aer/contents.html
- 2008 Fuel Economy Guide. From DOE and EPA. http://www.fueleconomy.gov/
- The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) offers a safety checklist for facilities after disasters such as Hurricane Katrina. http://www.asse.org/newsroom/
- ENERGY STAR: Elevate Energy Management to Senior Managers -- link
- Homeland Security and Cybersecurity Toolkit - from Government Technology (www.govtech.com). This "comprehensive 'toolkit' offers key security resources compiled by the magazine's editorial staff. Inside you will find a growing wealth of grant links, security white papers, cybersecurity best practices, organizational security help, critical infrastructure database information, less known security monitoring software, and contingency planning assistance." link
- GAO’s Report to Congressional Requesters entitled, “Building Security: Security Responsibilities for Federally Owned and Leased Facilities.” http://www.gao.gov/new.items/d038.pdf
- The American Institute of Architects’ "Building Security Through Design" includes "Security Design Guidelines for Federal Projects," and "Federal Guidelines -- Protect Ventilation Systems from Attack." http://www.aia.org/sec_default
- GSA's "Protecting What Matters -- Homeland Security Solutions." Free catalog offers "people and contracts in place to provide expert Homeland Security solutions." link
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SECURITY
TECHNOLOGY
- 9 Corporation and Vortex Technologies offer new surge protector technology for fire and security alarm systems that provides 3-line (Live-Neutral-Ground) protection in a convenient, cost-effective package. http://www.9corp.com/
- Federal Facilities Council Standing Committee on Emerging Technologies
"Charter: Addresses technical, administrative, policy and financial issues associated with existing and emerging technologies for creating and managing federal facilities."
Contact information: link
- DOE's Industrial Technologies Program: http://www.eere.energy.gov/industry/
TRAINING
WASTE MANAGEMENT
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