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Read the Latest News on UK Delays Low-carbon Rules, UK Pays Bae $5b for Royal Navy SSN-AUKUS, Global Holdings Builds UK’s Largest Full Timber Edifice, and Hs2 Train Link Frustrates Business

UK Construction Blog

It lowers bills—a 2021 analysis estimated that a well insulated new-build using low-carbon energy would save the average home £200 a year, presumably considerably more today. Pentagon and Congress are developing legislation and regulations to allow technology transfers to develop the SSN-AUKUS boat for Australia and the U.K.

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Sound advice: Fenestration and acoustic solutions

Construction Specifier

With a greater understanding of noise and its impact on people’s health, there is a larger context for specifying the acoustic performance of curtain walls, windows, and other fenestration systems to promote quieter interiors. Sounds perceived as noise are stressful and impact health and well-being.

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10 Construction Certifications and Where to Get Them

CivilJungle

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Certified Safety Manager (CSM) : Persons with this credential will work with little to no oversight when overseeing protection systems, processes, and regulations about any popular enterprise. Bachelor’s Degree.

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Civil Engineers: Montana’s Infrastructure Grade Declines to a ‘C-’

Civil + Structural Engineer

Emerging contaminants like PFAS in the states water supply, which pose great public health risks when consumed, are being addressed by state agencies effectively, but there is more to be done. Over the next decade, an estimated $16.9 Structures that are unprepared for harsh conditions will put lives at risk and slow economic growth.

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Stamp Duty Scotland: Understanding LBTT Rates and How They Affect You

UK Construction Blog

The current LBTT rates and bands are set to remain unchanged until 2026, offering some stability in planning future transactions. These rates make it essential to understand where your property value falls within the bands to accurately estimate your LBTT liability. How can one calculate and pay their LBTT liability?