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interact and study in an effective manner. Furthermore, enhanced HVAC systems and proactive maintenance yield improved indoor air quality, which contributes to cognitive performance.
Having experienced experts collaborate with facility manag- ers to install, maintain, and update these types of improvements creates a quiet, clean, and hygienic campus environment — helping students focus, improving mood, and increasing pro- ductivity.
A Sustainable Future
The effects of climate change are becoming more prevalent, and recent research shows that incoming students cite it as a factor that influences their choices of schools. Eighty-five percent of college students say it is at least somewhat important for their campus to prioritize sustainability.
Campuses looking to increase sustainability can look toward green cleaning, waste management and recycling, and e-mobili- ty options, along with ways to reduce energy consumption.
A facility management provider with the right experi- ence in green cleaning procedures can ensure cleanliness and the well-being of people and the environment. For example, bio-based cleaning alternatives as well as electrically activat- ed waters systems produce safe, non-toxic daily cleaning and sanitizing solutions onsite. These providers can also develop an
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