PWGSC supports the daily operations of nearly 106 federal departments and agencies in the Government of Canada. Services include: purchasing goods and services on behalf of the government; providing government office accommodations; managing national heritage properties; and offering IT, telecommunications, translation, banking, auditing, and many other services to the government.
Resources for FM Professionals
Quality magazine
The online portal of Quality magazine, a free monthly business publication serving the quality assurance and process improvement needs of manufacturing professionals. The magazine reports on the use of sound metrology methods, statistical analysis, and process improvement techniques to significantly improve quality on the shop floor and in manufacturing planning. Focuses on the practical application of and latest advancements in: metrology methods and equipment, software and analytical tools, and quality management (ISO/QS 9000 standards, etc.)
Radiation Emergencies [CDC]
This site from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) contains information about being prepared and reacting to an emergency involving radiation or radioactive materials. It includes information for the general public, first responders, clinicians and hospitals, and the public health community.
Radiation Protection [EPA]
This site from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) offers information about EPA’s Radiation Protection Programs; topics of interest related to radiation and radiation protection; additional information about radiation such as laws and regulations; and the latest news about radiation protection issues.
Radon [EPA]
The US Environmental Protection Agency’s site about radon, a natural radioactive gas that is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers.
RadTown USA [EPA]
This site from the US Environmental Protection Agency uses an interactive virtual community of schools, homes, construction equipment, and more to show where radiation can be found. Click on the pictures to learn about radiation sources or radiation- treated items that might be found there. The information is organized in fact sheets, with links to additional information resources. Every fact sheet includes the types of radiation sources at the location, the roles that federal, state, and local governments play in protection and control, and normal steps that individuals can take to protect themselves.
Ready Business [DHS]
Part of the US Department of Homeland Security’s Ready.gov Web site, this site offers information to protect all businesses, including federal government agencies, from all types of emergencies, including cyber threats. The Additional Resources page offers links on Emergency Planning and Business Continuity, Evacuation and Shelter Planning, Assess Building Air Protection, and Cyber Security.
Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
This site includes a lot of real estate and real property activity with significance far beyond the New York City metropolitan area that it serves. The group is very active on many fronts in legislative and regulatory arenas. The site offers a list of members’ Web sites, education, a calendar, publications, and online leases.
Rebuz
The Real Estate Service Providers page of the Rebuz Real Estate Search Engine and Directory offers links to Web sites providing information on education, associations, finding licensed professionals, etc., in the Architecture and Interior Design industries.
Rebuz
Real estate search engine and directory with extensive links to real estate associations, construction, commercial real estate (CRE) financing, residential financing, mortgage calculator tools, real estate jobs, markets, properties, property management, real estate research resources, service provider directory, and real estate technology sites. Offers news on CRE research, tech, and transactions, as well as mortgage calculator tools and current interest rates.
Reed Construction Data
Reed Construction DataÕs portfolio of products and services includes national, regional and local construction data, building product information, construction cost data, market analytics and advertising channels to construction industry professionals in the United States and Canada. Reed Design Registry is a database of more than 30,000 U.S. architectural firms. RSMeans (see FMLink listing below) provides construction cost data, training, and consulting services. Reed Construction Data Canada offers similar project leads services throughout their provinces.
REITNet
Offers one-stop investment analysis for those interested in real estate and real estate securities, with an introduction to REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts), a REIT glossary, numerous related links, thousands of abstracts of real estate articles (RealSource), news, a suggested reading list, and access to the Dividend Discount Model (under “REIT Valuation”). Many services are free.
Remote Work Statistics: All the Information You Need about Telecommuting in 2023
Comprehensive report with statistics on remote work, telecommuting and hybrid work in 2023.
Renewable Energy Policy Project (REPP) / Center for Renewable Energy and Sustainable Technology (CREST)
REPP promotes renewable energy by providing credible information, policy analysis, and strategies, and hosting online renewable energy discussion groups. It now includes CREST, whose mission was to educate the public on renewable energy, provide interactive software, and host renewable energy discussion groups on its Solstice Web site. The site offers a Global Energy Marketplace Database.
Responsible Care
A global chemical industry performance initiative implemented in the US through the American Chemistry Council. Members of the voluntary initiative exceed government requirements and communicate their results to the public. The site outlines the principles and the progress of member companies and their business partners in such areas as: environmental impact; employee, product, and process safety; chemical industry security; product stewardship: managing product safety and public communication; and accountability through management system certification.
Responsible Solutions to Mold Coalition (RSMC)
Helpful information on how to avoid mold in your home or office. RSMC is an industry group devoted to educating the public and the building industry about effective ways to combat mold in residential and commercial construction. The site offers extensive information, news, and resources on mold prevention and control.
Ricin [CDC]
This site from the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) addresses the use of ricin as a bioterrorism agent. It covers basic information about ricin poisoning, clinical guidance for diagnosis and treatment, information for first responders, laboratory testing, news, and training.
RiskWorld
This site covers “risk news and views,” with organizations, publications, and summaries of books and software that cover such topics as bioterrorism, engineering, environment & ecology, natural hazards, risk assessment & management, technology, and toxicology.
Role of E-Bikes in Decarbonising Transportation
Resource from The Bike Storage Company explores the critical need to reduce emissions from transportation, and the UK’s bold vision for promoting cycling and walking.
Roofing Comparison Calculator [EPA]
This calculator helps estimate how much energy and money can be saved by installing an ENERGY STAR-labeled roof product on a building.
RSMeans
Comprehensive source of construction cost information. A product line of Reed Construction Data, RSMeans provides accurate cost information that helps owners, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, and others project and control the cost of both new building construction and renovation projects.
Safety Online
This free sourcing site for safety professionals and FMs offers comprehensive information on new OSHA regulations and other hot topics, a career page, training resources, a consultant locator, and a product showcase for the latest respirators, gas monitors/detectors, MSDS management, safety mats, and other personal protection equipment.
SAGE: Solvent Alternatives Guide [RTI, EPA]
SAGE is a comprehensive guide designed to provide pollution prevention information on solvent and process alternatives for parts cleaning and degreasing. SAGE does not recommend any ozone-depleting chemicals. SAGE was developed by Research Triangle Institute (RTI) International in cooperation with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Scientific Certification Systems (SCS)
A third-party provider of certification, auditing and testing services, and standards in the areas of environmental protection, corporate social responsibility, eco products, and more.
Search Office Space (SOS) America
Find serviced office space worldwide with this free service from an independent consultancy.
Security and Emergency Preparedness [BOMA International]
Information and links on security and emergency preparedness issues relevant to the real estate industry, including: ISAC Security Alerts (the latest alerts on possible terrorist activity), Federal Security Information, Pandemic Flu Resources, and Additional Security Resources.
Security of the Mail [USPS]
Official site of the United States Postal Service (USPS) with updates relating to the safety and security of residential and commercial mail.
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
This site from the US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) gives information on this emerging, sometimes fatal, respiratory illness. The site contains background information on SARS; employee training; and precautions for healthcare facilities, laboratory workers, and airport personnel.
Shelter In Place at Your Office
This publication (.pdf file) from the nonprofit organization National Institute for Chemical Studies is a general guide for preparing a shelter-in-place plan in the workplace.
Shelter-in-Place in an Emergency [American Red Cross]
The American Red Cross says that what to do in an emergency when hazardous materials may have been released into the atmosphere is to shelter-in-place. This guide gives advice on sheltering-in-place at home, at work, at school, and in your vehicle.
Sheltering in Buildings from Large-Scale Outdoor Releases [DOE]
This document offers the US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory’s (LBNL) advice for dealing with intentional or accidental large-scale airborne toxic release (e.g. terrorist attacks or industrial accidents) by taking shelter in buildings. It focuses on the role buildings play in providing protection to occupants.
SkipTheDrive
SkipTheDrive offers free, no-registration-required job listings for what are said to be legitimate part-time or full-time telecommuting, remote and virtual jobs. The site’s Telecommuting Savings Calculator can calculate the amount of time and money a person can save by working from home as opposed to commuting on a daily basis. The site also provides a Blog with Tips and Advice, Telecommuting Opportunities, and Telecommuting Statistics and Facts, and other Resources.
Smallpox [OSHA]
This site from the US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) gives information on smallpox, a highly contagious disease that was declared eradicated in 1980 but could reportedly cause a public health catastrophe if deliberately released as a bioweapon. The site includes applicable OSHA standards and controls that should be utilized to protect affected workers from exposure to smallpox.
SMART 2020: Pathways to Scale
Launched by The Climate Group, BT and the Digital Energy Solutions Campaign (DESC), this Web site tracks progress made by the information and communications technology (ICT) industry in tackling climate change.
Smart Communities Network
This site from the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) showcases successful sustainable communities, helps users locate technical and financial resources for sustainable development projects, and offers access model codes and ordinances other communities have used to implement sustainable development. The site offers case studies, links, a newsletter, and a sustainability newsletter. Topics include: green buildings, green development, land use planning, measuring progress, disaster planning, community energy, transportation, sustainable business, financing, rural issues, resource efficiency, and air/water/materials.
Smarter Cities
This Web site from the Natural Resources Defense Counsel ranks the greenest cities in the United States and includes interactive features that let users see how each city ranked on a variety of criteria.
Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR)
International professional commercial and industrial real estate association; professional affiliate of the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Members specialize in industrial, office, sales manager, executive manager, or advisory services categories. Associate members include corporate executives, developers, educators, and others involved in the CRE industry. The site offers numerous resources, and information about SIOR education and events. Also offers a “Locate a Property” page for locating commercial properties for sale or lease, and locating executive office suites in the US and worldwide for long- or short-term rental.
Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA)
SEPA is a network of utilities and solar companies whose mission is to facilitate the use and integration of solar electric power by utilities, electric service providers, and their customers. The site offers solar power basics, a member directory, a resource library, events, links, and a searchable Commercial Installation Directory of solar projects.
Solar Energy Basics [DOE’s NREL]
Basic information and resources from the DOE’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory.
Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)
SEIA is the national trade association for the solar industry. SEIA works to expand the use of solar technologies in the global marketplace. The site offers solar news; state-by-state solar incentives, and other resources.
Solar Energy Technologies Program [DOE’s EERE]
This program under the US Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy focuses on developing cost-effective solar energy technologies. The site offers information on various solar technologies and programs, news, events, and resources.
Solarbuzz
Offers world solar energy news headlines, an Expo to find solar energy companies worldwide, an introduction to solar photovoltaics, a guide to buying a solar energy system, solar industry statistics, solar equipment manufacturers, and more. The company also offers research and consultancy services, PV industry reports, and numerous publications
SolarTribune
SolarTribune provides solar industry news, analysis, and information for the general public. Beyond providing basic information on how solar energy works, the Web site includes a guide to solar panels and solar thermal systems.
Solid-State Lighting [DOE’s EERE]
This page from the US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy’s Building Technologies Program provides information on the newest research on the emerging technology of solid-state lighting. The site includes news, programs, publications, and information on using LEDs for general illumination.
Source for Renewable Energy
This Source Guide is a comprehensive online buyer’s guide and business directory to thousands of renewable energy businesses and organizations worldwide. Users can search by geographic location, product type, business type and name, or keywords.
Standards and Guidelines [InterfaceAnalysis]
InterfaceAnalysis offers links to the primary standards and guidelines for human factors/engineering psychology, user interface design/HCI, workplace ergonomics/safety, and Web site design/computing.
State Energy Efficiency Policy Database
Created by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), this site serves as an easy-to-use online database of energy efficiency policies in the states, searchable by state or by policy.
State Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Database [DOE]
This searchable database from the US Department of Energy’s Hydrogen Program and Fuel Cells 2000 shows fuel cell and hydrogen activities in the US. It includes stationary fuel cell installations, hydrogen fueling stations, and vehicle demonstrations, and as well as state initiatives, policy, and partnerships aimed at advancing these technologies. The site offers fuel cell and hydrogen basic information and extensive resources.
State Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Policy and Demonstration Database [DOE]
This searchable database from the US Department of Energy’s Hydrogen Program and Fuel Cells 2000 shows fuel cell and hydrogen activities in the US. The database allows access to information on stationary fuel cell installations, vehicle demonstrations, and fueling stations as well as state policies, initiatives, and legislation aimed at advancing these technologies. It also includes information on fuel cells used to power vending machines, appliances, electronics, and facilities.
State Statutes Citing Telecommuting [USF]
This site from the University of South Florida offers links to state statutes citing telecommuting, arranged by purpose: trip reduction, state employee telecommuting programs, tax incentives, and other.