The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

For the past 14 years, an overarching objective of The New American Home (TNAH) program has been to achieve superior levels of energy and water savings, indoor air quality, and occupant comfort without sacrificing aesthetics or livability—or making the home’s occupants expend too much effort in maintaining that high performance.

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BDC Network

APRIL 18, 2024

The next destination: Passive design airports 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/18/2024 - 13:59 Airports Today, we can design airports that are climate resilient, durable, long-lasting, and healthy for occupants—we can design airports using Passive House standards. Even more efficient planes—or planes that run on alternative fuels—are on the horizon.

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BDC Network

JUNE 7, 2024

7 ways to change 'business as usual': The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library 0 rcassidy Fri, 06/07/2024 - 06:52 Patrick Thibaudeau, JLG Architects – Renderings by Plomp and Snøhetta The need for change is more pressing than ever. NET POSITIVE ENERGY – Make more than is consumed T.R. got energy from his connection with the land.

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BDC Network

JUNE 13, 2024

4 ways to transform old buildings into modern assets 0 qpurcell Thu, 06/13/2024 - 09:33 Adaptive Reuse As cities grow, their office inventories remain largely stagnant. According to research by real estate services firm JLL, renewing an existing building can increase its market rate by 120%. Enter: “Midlife Metamorphosis.”

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UK Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

In addition to this, construction has started at RWE’s Sofia offshore wind farm, which will help advance the UK’s green energy infrastructure. According to the UK Green Building Council’s Net Zero Whole Life Carbon Roadmap, energy usage in current housing accounts for 48% of built environment emissions.

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Buildern

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In 2024, new construction projects are expected to be valued at $1.23 They must be skilled in operating various equipment safely and efficiently while following project plans precisely. They work closely with architects and other engineers to ensure that structures are built safely and efficiently. billion by 2029.

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Building Radar

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

This comprehensive construction glossary for 2024 covers essential terms and concepts that will keep you informed and help you stay competitive in the field. This includes using eco-friendly materials, improving energy efficiency, reducing waste, and integrating renewable energy sources.

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BDC Network

MARCH 13, 2024

Trends to watch shaping the future of ESG 0 qpurcell Wed, 03/13/2024 - 09:46 Sustainability Gensler’s Climate Action & Sustainability Services Leaders Anthony Brower, Juliette Morgan, and Kirsten Ritchie discuss trends shaping the future of environmental, social, and governance (ESG). Avon Lake Renewable Master Plan, Avon Lake, Ohio.

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