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US cities sharpen focus on building performance standards to meet net-zero goals

Construction Dive

Over 40 cities will have these standards in place by 2026, compelling building owners to prioritize energy efficiency and emissions reduction measures, according to a report from JLL.

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Stantec selected to lead design services for Durham Region Transit’s new zero-emissions facility

Civil + Structural Engineer

The new Thornton Facility will support high energy standards and contribute to reducing carbon impacts OSHAWA, ON – TSX, NYSE: STN Durham Region Transit (DRT) is planning a new bus storage, operation, maintenance, and service facility to support their growing transit operations and transition the fleet to zero emission buses (ZEBs).

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Equans wins £72m West London estate recladding job

Construction Enquirer

Housing association Notting Hill Genesis has enlisted Equans to deliver a £72m building safety upgrade to bring the Paragon Estate in West London back into use. Now a major safety remediation project aims to bring the homes back into use between 2025 and 2026. The Paragon Estate was developed by Berkeley First, part of Berkeley Group.

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Former parking lot to be reimagined as affordable Passive House project

Construction Specifier

The building will also hold 678 m 2 (7,300 sf) of ground-floor retail and 2,787 m 2 (30,000 sf) of office space for the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA). The project is targeting to comply with Passive House standards and is aiming to achieve LEED Gold certification. Completion is anticipated for 2026.

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Using DAS to Solve Capacity and Connectivity Challenges

Civil + Structural Engineer

Both large and small spaces can benefit from these supplementary, in-building networks. Related to coverage, if the closest cell tower is physically far away, or if particular building materials block the cellular signal, a DAS is required. MetLife Stadium is a venue that will host the final match of the 2026 World Cup.

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New York horse racetrack to undergo $455 million redevelopment

Construction Specifier

Belmont Park’s $455 million makeover, led by Populous, will introduce a modernized venue with enhanced green spaces, winterized grandstand, and year-round racing capabilities by 2026. The redesign project, expected for completion in 2026, will replace the existing 0.1 Photo courtesy New York Racing Association Inc.

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C.W. Driver Companies Breaks Ground on the Beaumont Carnegie Library Renovation & 9,100 Square-Foot Expansion

Civil + Structural Engineer

Originally built in 1914, the historic library will be modernized to meet seismic, accessibility, and safety standards while incorporating a new 9,100-square-foot addition that will enhance services and resources for the growing Beaumont community. This project is a collaboration between C.W. Driver Companies and TSK Architects.