Business Facilities

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

Green Building Council’s annual Top 10 States for LEED Green Building ranking. Read: Illinois Was Tops For Green Building In 2018 at BusinessFacilities.com. Massachusetts and Washington earned the second and third spots in the U.S.

Green Building 61

Green Building Real Estate Development Energy Efficiency Building Design 61

The Pro Builder

AUGUST 23, 2023

EEBA Launches New Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation qpurcell Wed, 08/23/2023 - 09:54 The Energy & Environmental Building Alliance (EEBA) Academy has released a new training course for those interested in pursuing a Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation.

Building Design 245

Building Design Building Materials Energy Efficiency Building Codes 245

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 10, 2024

FORT WORTH, Texas – McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. However, crews had green fields alongside the existing roadways allowing them to begin construction without impacting normal traffic flows. has completed construction on the Harmon Road project with the City of Fort Worth.

Stakeholder Engagement 263

Stakeholder Engagement Infrastructure Development Project Management Public Works 263

BD+C

MAY 30, 2017

An alliance of building industry groups is working to unify ASHRAE's Standard 189.1 for High-Performance Green Buildings with ICC's International Green Construction Code (IgCC) into a single model code.

Building Codes 55

Building Codes Green Building Building Standards 55

BD+C

JANUARY 7, 2019

s city council voted to transition to 100% renewable energy by 2032, one of the nation’s most ambitious green energy goals to date. Omnibus Act of 2018 also includes measures to reduce emissions from buildings and transportation. buildings. Washington, D.C.’s The Clean Energy D.C.

Energy Efficiency 98

Energy Efficiency Green Building Building Standards 98

BD+C

DECEMBER 26, 2019

based contractors and construction management (CM) firms reporting revenue from green building-related work in 2018, according to Building Design+Construction 's 2019 Giants 300 Report. . Turner, AECOM, Clark Group, Hensel Phelps, and Lendlease top the rankings of U.S.-based

Green Building 52

Green Building Building Design Construction Management 52

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 16, 2018

Top questions to ask when designing a green roof. Fri, 03/16/2018 - 15:14. March 16, 2018. We all know the economic and environmental benefits of green roofs , but how do you ensure that your client’s vision of a green roof is realized? He shared some key considerations to keep in mind when designing a green roof.

Waterproofing Systems 103

Waterproofing Systems Roofing Systems Green Building Project Management Consulting 103

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2021

As more people return to workplaces, schools, hotels, event venues, and other destinations, they seek reassurance that building owners share their concerns not only for environmental health, but also for their personal health. Together, they provide the finished metal products needed for commercial, institutional, and residential buildings.

Green Building 52

Green Building Architecture Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency 52

BD+C

JANUARY 4, 2019

beta versions will be open for registration in January 2018. Green Building Council will make versions available for O+M, BD+C, and ID+C first. New LEED v4.1 Cities and Communities, and Residential will be available during the spring.

Green Building 80

Green Building 80

BD+C

MAY 24, 2019

Green Building Council (USGBC) received a new $500,000 grant from Bank of America to support the LEED for Cities and Communities Program. cities in 2018. cities in 2018. The money will be used to support LEED certification of 15 U.S. cities and communities.

Green Building 81

Green Building 81

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 14, 2023

They were recognized by the firm for their leadership, collaboration and dedication to building a successful team and loyal customer base in their areas of expertise. Green Buildings Council. L’Estrange came to Taylor Design in 2018 and had an immediate impact on the firm’s interior design profile.

Building Design 130

Building Design Green Building Architecture Collaboration 130

The Pro Builder

MAY 27, 2023

Build-to-rent , modern multigenerational living , and density with dignity are three opportunities to deliver attainable starter homes today, even if they don’t exactly fit the old mold. The collection, which opened in late 2018 and has since sold out, has many lessons that can be applied to new projects today.

Site Planning 228

Site Planning Building Design Green Building Zoning 228

ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

The market for sustainable buildings continues to grow, but the industry now has many more standards to choose from.

Green Building 53

Green Building Building Design Building Standards Sustainability 53

BD+C

NOVEMBER 27, 2017

Denver voters passed one of the strictest green roof mandates of any city in the world earlier this month. Initiative 300, passed with about 54% of votes cast, creates a new building code that requires vegetative roof systems or solar panels for most buildings 25,000 sf or larger constructed after Jan.

Roofing Systems 61

Roofing Systems Approvals Green Building Building Codes 61

Natural Building

JANUARY 22, 2022

Army Veteran and Veterans Off-Grid founder Ryan Timmermans and volunteer Josh Camp talk about helping vets learn green construction in Carson, New Mexico. It’s intimidating thinking about building your own home if you’ve never worked in the building trade. And through that, they teach green-building skills.

Green Building 94

Green Building Building Codes Building Design Wall Systems 94

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Tue, 12/11/2018 - 16:30. December 11, 2018. Liquid applied waterproofing is essential for protecting many building structures. These flexible membranes are hand or spray applied onto surfaces such as balconies, podium decks and green roofs. Typically, green roofs have a lot of penetrations for irrigation.

Waterproofing Systems 74

Waterproofing Systems Fire Protection System Installation Roofing Systems Fire Protection Systems 74

UK Construction Blog

MAY 13, 2023

To do so would be a massive achievement considering that, according to government statistics, construction, demolition, and excavation work generated 62 per cent of the UK’s waste in 2018. There are numerous negative impacts on the environment that the government and environmental groups like Green Alliance are trying to eradicate.

Government Works 98

Government Works Building Materials Site Planning Green Building 98

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Tue, 12/11/2018 - 16:30. December 11, 2018. Liquid applied waterproofing is essential for protecting many building structures. These flexible membranes are hand or spray applied onto surfaces such as balconies, podium decks and green roofs. Typically, green roofs have a lot of penetrations for irrigation.

Waterproofing Systems 74

Waterproofing Systems Fire Protection System Installation Roofing Systems Fire Protection Systems 74

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

Wed, 04/25/2018 - 09:23. April 25, 2018. An eye-opening Forbes article revealed international building projects that went billions over budget. Here are issues to discuss with your project stakeholders to help get your global building project off the ground smoothly: What are the local building regulations?

Building Materials Manufacturing 87

Building Materials Manufacturing Land Use Regulations Environmental Consulting Building Standards 87

ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

The release this month of the 2018 edition of the International Green Construction Code marks the first time two sustainability standards developers have joined to foster green buildings and streamline code adoption.

Building Codes 52

Building Codes Green Building Building Standards Sustainability 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

In order to build this enormous renewable energy collector, Hunt-EAS needed to ensure that the project would conserve the soil it is located on, prevent impacts to the existing watersheds, and avoid disturbance of natural and cultural resources.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Engineering Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation 130

GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 23, 2018

How green roofs cool urban heat islands. Tue, 10/23/2018 - 09:54. October 23, 2018. These materials that don't dissipate heat very well, also bounce short-wave radiation between the relatively close, tall buildings. And remember: these buildings are filled with people. Silcor Blog #10 Green Roofs.

Green Building 60

Green Building Energy Efficiency Building Optimization Building Materials 60

Business Facilities

OCTOBER 4, 2018

New Jersey, Connecticut, Colorado, and South Dakota are most improved states, according to ACEEE's 2018 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard. Read: Massachusetts, California Continue As Energy Efficiency Leaders at BusinessFacilities.com.

Energy Efficiency 82

Energy Efficiency Green Building Surveying 82

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

The project leveraged four alternative delivery methods including: landside and airside construction management at-risk, a design-build-operate-maintain baggage team, design-bid-build award contracts and multiple design-build concession/tenant packages.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

UK Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The post Discover the Latest News on Which Green-collar Employment Most Needed, Schools Closing Over RACC ‘Crumbling Concrete’, the Sofia Offshore Wind Farm, and UKCW Birmingham Sets the Building Agenda and Addresses Concerns appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Where Are Green-collar Employment Most Needed?

Green Building 52

Green Building Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection System Installation Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

BD+C

JANUARY 31, 2020

Green Building Council’s annual list ranks states based on the number of LEED certified square feet per person. The state has made the Top 10 list every year, but jumped to number one after ranking sixth in 2018. Colorado ranks first on the latest list of top 10 states for LEED. Colorado had 4.76

Green Building 52

Green Building 52

Natural Building

APRIL 2, 2021

The ‘The Hill’ in Middleton Springs, Vermont is fantasy architecture on 12 lovely green acres. home was a design/build project completed in 2018. The post Hobbit-like Home in Vermont appeared first on Natural Building Blog. This unique 1100 sq. It combines old-world charm with modern conveniences.

Green Building 52

Green Building Building Design Architecture 52

Viewpoint Construction Technology

NOVEMBER 8, 2018

We work on everything from high rise buildings in the cities to enormous commercial plants out in the Midwest. So, we do everything from multi-phase complex design-build projects to a simple service call. We needed someone we could build a relationship with just like we do with our customers. We wanted to find a partner.

Electrical Systems 81

Electrical Systems Flooring Systems Project Management Structural Systems 81

Construction Specifier

MARCH 12, 2021

As buildings become more complex and connected, the demand for BUILDING materials supporting high-performance facilities has also increased. This includes building controls, lighting, electrical and digital infrastructure, audio/visual (A/V), and other aspects of the structure. Photos © Legrand. by Patrick Ford.

Building Materials Manufacturing 59

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Green Building Building Optimization 59

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 29, 2024

The increasing awareness of environmental impacts caused by consumption has heightened interest in sustainability and green practices, particularly in the building and construction industry. This is especially pertinent as Australia strives to meet its net-zero target amidst rising demands for green legislation and regulations.

Renewable Energy Systems 64

Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency 64

Commercial Construction Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Between 2018 and 2022, Englewood’s national construction work in the cannabis retail industry grew by 100% and we expect that trajectory to continue as more states legalize recreational marijuana use and cannabis firms expand into new markets. That said, state regulations do add some additional layers to the nuts and bolts of these projects.

Real Estate Development 98

Real Estate Development Building Permits Green Building Infrastructure Development 98

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

Wed, 04/25/2018 - 09:23. April 25, 2018. An eye-opening Forbes article revealed international building projects that went billions over budget. Here are issues to discuss with your project stakeholders to help get your global building project off the ground smoothly: What are the local building regulations?

Building Materials Manufacturing 60

Building Materials Manufacturing Land Use Regulations Environmental Consulting Building Standards 60

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 29, 2018

According to the Q1 2018 USG Corporation + U.S. Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index, a quarterly report about the construction outlook, many contractors are turning to prefabricated and modular building designs and materials—often assembled indoors. Nearly 50 Percent More Zero Energy Buildings Underway in 2017.

Modular Construction 80

Modular Construction Energy Efficiency Prefabrication Building Materials 80

Natural Building

APRIL 12, 2020

They maximized the use of local and regenerative materials with traditional and contemporary building techniques. In 2018, a team of architects, urban planners, interior architects, and artists were brought together for the first edition of the postgraduate certificate Building Beyond Borders of Hasselt University.

Building Materials 59

Building Materials Building Design Green Building Public Works 59

GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

Fri, 11/02/2018 - 19:24. November 02, 2018. Commercial buildings. Sustainability guidelines for ready mix plant certification. michael.delros…. GCP Applied Technologies. The webpage also provides downloads—helpful worksheets and a "Guidelines" PDF 1 —for plants to make strides toward sustainability. Energy efficient solutions.

Sustainability 141

Sustainability Concrete Pouring Energy Efficiency Building Automation 141

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

This growth created the need for expanded infrastructure and was the driver behind the 2018 City Bond for Streets and Mobility Improvements. The crews had green fields alongside the existing roadways to begin construction without impacting normal traffic flows. Riley Seahorn, Assoc.

Stakeholder Engagement 130

Stakeholder Engagement Risk Management Public Works Piping Installation 130

Construction Specifier

JULY 4, 2022

Source: 4th National Climate Assessment, 2018. Transforming building design and material choices to focus on improving the ability of building occupants and communities, and to mitigate and manage the effects of rising temperature—often referred to as heat resilience—has started to take place in some urban environments.

Building Resilience 52

Building Resilience Energy Efficiency Building Materials Building Design 52