Webbing

As I begin to gather information and answers to my inquiry, I am finding that there is so much to know and learn. It seems that a good plan would be to focus on a few ideas and pursue them. Another thing I have found to be a valuable thing to do is to network. Understanding who the experts are in each area is of a great value. I have found that when researching facility management and green facilities, I cannot put the pressure on myself to know everything. That is where the experts come in. In the realm of indoor air quality, I have met two representatives from the IEA, and educational health and safety organization. I have also met the president of the facilities management association, and will attend the next meeting of this group. Independently, I have been searching the web for more ways to make my buildings greener and healthier. Another resource I have explored is my staff. These individuals know these buildings well and understand where the waste is coming from. I will employ their help as this year's capital projects come to fruition. For example, we are looking into replacing some windows this summer. The staff in those buildings understand sun angles and heat concerns, and we can do our window work accordingly. Right now I am just gathering as much information as possible, while at the same time learning this new job. It has been overwhelming at times, but exciting as well. I look forward to learning more this week and beginning to apply some of what I am learning.