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Our relationship with plastic
The problem with plastic is that we can’t live without it and its universal application needs a re-evaluation. The negative effects of plastic on our environment and human health are widely known. It is common knowledge that the production and disposal of plastic is...
World FM (Facilities Management) Day 2022: Leading a sustainable futureÂ
Misconceptions about sustainability Leading a sustainable future in facilities management is the theme of World FM Day 2022. Sustainability is a continuous process of improving how we manage our client’s facilities. As sustainability becomes a greater focus for...
Acacia Evergreen and Earth Day 2022Â
Since 1970 Earth Day has been about giving ordinary people an opportunity to voice their concerns about the state of the environment through grassroots participation and legislation. A US Senator, Gaylord Nelson had been horrified by the effects that humans were...
LEED and WELL certifications: differences, benefits, and drawbacks
As human beings we spend a significant amount of time indoors. Consequently, our environment plays a large role in our comfort, health, and wellbeing. The ventilation, the presence of natural light and indoor environment quality work together to influence our...
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Acacia Evergreen: 3 months in, what difference has it made?
The practical side of making a business more sustainable means that with the help of external experts we have completed the analysis of our carbon footprint. Subsequently, we have identified a...
EcoVadis Awards 2022: Acacia wins the Silver Medal
Acacia has been awarded the Eco Vadis Silver Medal in recognition of our sustainability achievements in 2022 for the second consecutive year.  Sustainability is at the heart of Acacia’s approach to...
IWD2022: Breaking the Bias
This year, the theme of International Women’s Day is concerned with reducing and eliminating gender bias against women. According to a UNDP (United Nations Development Programme) survey from 2020,...
Evergreen Project: Update
The urgency and effect of climate crisis has not been lost on Irish business. CSR or ESG (environmental, social and governance) is being given priority in organisations and the effects of this are...
Hybrid working: how’s it going to work?
Whether you love it or hate it, hybrid working is here and has become a global way of working. It is not without its challenges and benefits. It requires us to redefine what we call the workplace....
7 ways facilities management can help your business save time & money
There are many moving parts in an organisation, however overseeing the everyday management and maintenance of your premises can be time-consuming and hard to keep track of costs. Ensuring a good...
Acacia 2022: The Evergreen Project
An increased demand for sustainable goods, practices and services has been accelerated by the pandemic. While sustainability has been part of business for several years, the effects of putting...
The year that was 2021
What defined it? It is an understatement to say that 2021 has been a year of ups and downs. Lockdowns are no fun, but booster vaccines are providing some reassurance. Looking back on...