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Mass Timber Buildings: Sustainable Path to Net Zero Goals

CCR Magazine

For example, at Northlake Commons, the utilization of mass timber estimates 1,990 metric tons of avoided CO2e (carbon dioxide equivalent) emissions, with a total carbon benefit of 2,920 metric tons; this is equivalent to removing 558 cars from the road or to the energy required to operate 249 homes for an entire year.

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Code Compliance & Beyond: Upping Baseline Building Energy Performance

Stok

This directly translates to building energy codes. In the United States, American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning (ASHRAE) and International Code Council (ICC) primarily lead the efforts to develop energy codes, with help from the U.S. And, the result of this baseline?

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

Civil + Structural Engineer

The building’s strategic design includes a 35 percent targeted reduction in potable water use through efficient fixtures and equipment, a 25 percent targeted reduction in energy costs with a focus on thermal performance and optimal heating, and a 360-panel floating solar array to name a few.

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What Will Construction Look Like In The Future?

Construction Marketing

In the future, the industry is expected to help solve current climate challenges, shape a city’s outlook, and address energy-related issues. To ensure that this is not only a theory, the UK construction industry became an early adopter of BMI in April 2016, and the trend is likely to affect all public sector construction projects.

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The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future

BD+C

The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/02/2023 - 13:03 Sustainability For building owners and developers, the push to net zero energy and carbon neutrality is no longer an academic discussion. Conservation and smart design strategies will only get buildings so far.

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Top Trends in London’s Painter and Decorator Industry

CCR Magazine

London’s painting sector shows commitment towards environmental conservation. Nevertheless, a recession commenced within the first half of 2016. Recreating vibes from past eras through retro patterns and finishes proves popular among London designers chiefly because it adds an element of fun and energy to interior spaces.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

Site and Infrastructure Subgroup: Divisions 30 – 39. Site Survey Information. 00 43 86 Proposed Work Plan Schedule Form. Site Survey Information. 00 43 86 Proposed Work Plan Schedule Form. 00 62 86 Work Plan Schedule Form. 01 14 13 Access to Site. 01 14 19 Use of Site. 01 14 13 Access to Site.