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Currently, less than 1 percent of vehicles on America’s roadways are fully electric. However, according to the New York Times, with a growing worldwide focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, it is projected that by 2035, 25 percent of all new car...

On March 12, in celebration of New Mexico Arbor Day, Facilities Management (FM) arborists planted two Piñon Pine trees on The University of New Mexico (UNM) campus.  The State Legislature formally adopted the Piñon Pine, also called the Two Needle...

It has been nearly a year since the majority of students and employees of The University of New Mexico have transitioned to remote learning and work due to COVID-19. However, some units — like Facilities Management and Residence Life — have returned to...

UNM Recycling marks its 30-year anniversary at The University of New Mexico with recognition of its origins and a positive outlook for the future. While the official entity has a long history, the act of recycling at UNM has been championed on a more...

Nominations are open for the Facilities Management (FM) annual Outstanding Manager Award. This award was developed to appreciate and recognize the qualities of excellence, leadership, and customer service in departmental managers. Nominations will be...

After dedicating 44 years to The University New Mexico, Larry Schuster, associate director of Utilities, announced his retirement. Schuster was responsible for the development and implementation of numerous projects and initiatives to help modernize the...

The University of New Mexico division responsible for strategic coordination, guidance and planning for institutional space, facility physical assets and capital resources, Capital & Space Strategies (CSS) has completed development of a website to better...

The University of New Mexico’s Facilities Management Department (FM) will implement its annual Winter Setback Program across campus, conserving both financial and environmental resources. The program, which will run from Wednesday, Dec. 23 through...

Beginning the week Oct. 19, The University of New Mexico Facilities Management (FM) will oversee the demolition of the wall structures at the corner of Central Avenue and Girard Boulevard. FM has contracted a local construction company to complete the...

In support of The University of New Mexico’s Bring Back the Pack Initiative, Facilities Management (FM) has provided multiple resources for campus departments, students, and staff to help navigate the availability and safety of buildings for the fall...