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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.
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GCP Applied Technologies
OCTOBER 20, 2022
by approximately 40% by 2030. government is investing $300 billion to update building codes and support sustainable construction, and expanding tax credits as incentives for energy-efficient construction. by approximately 40% by 2030. Our list of current building envelope EPDs can be found here.
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Breaking Ground on Better Payment Processes: Strategies for Construction Pros
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Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 30, 2023
New Sydney icon wins unprecedented seven awards, demonstrates importance of structure renewal to mitigate climate change Chicago (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) announced the winner of its annual award for best tall building worldwide: Quay Quarter Tower , in Sydney.
BD+C
APRIL 25, 2019
New York City’s $14 billion Green New Deal, recently unveiled by Mayor Bill de Blasio , includes a ban on inefficient “classic glass and steel skyscrapers.”. The controversial measure is part of a plan to reduce greenhouse emissions 30% by 2030. Non-compliance with the mayor’s 2030 goals could result in fines of $1 million or more.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 29, 2023
Elisa IndustrIQ stated, “As we move toward 2030, it is projected that a staggering 20% of global energy consumption will be attributed to the ICT sector, with the semiconductor industry playing a significant role. The company regards green sustainable development as one of its important corporate beliefs.
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BDC Network
APRIL 21, 2023
Learn about engineered wood’s key role as a green building solution. APA – THE ENGINEERED WOOD ASSOCIATION The increasing threat of climate change has more and more building owners and homebuyers considering the sustainability of their structures and the role construction plays in global warming and use of our natural resources.
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.
Business Facilities
SEPTEMBER 28, 2017
As more states struggle with extreme weather events, the 2017 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard gives state-level policymakers a road map for building stronger and more-resilient communities. The ACEEE 2017 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard. Massachusetts broke its 2016 tie with California by holding on to the No.
Procore
APRIL 20, 2023
Procore.org , Procore’s social impact arm, provides full platform access to nonprofit builders who are focused on building a sustainable world for future generations to assist worthy causes with technology that would otherwise be cost-prohibitive. In 2021, it was a finalist in Fast Company’s World-Changing Ideas Awards.
Building Radar
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
As one of the fastest-growing markets globally, China’s focus on urban development, transportation, and sustainable energy projects is attracting substantial investments construction market growth. This includes the construction of offshore wind farms, solar power plants, and energy-efficient buildings.
Natural Building
OCTOBER 6, 2022
All of these communities share a few common elements, such as locally grown and managed food sources, renewable energy and waste treatment systems on the property, shared spaces and resources, community gatherings, or shared businesses. Some ecovillages also run educational programs for residents and visitors.
BD+C
OCTOBER 2, 2017
A nationwide retrofit strategy could cut 51% of emissions from large buildings in Canada, according to a new Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC). The report includes recommendations that CaGBC says would reduce 21 million tons of carbon by 2030, help the government achieve its climate change goals, and grow the economy.
Building Information Management
MAY 9, 2012
What is the Green Building Certification System? What is Federal government’s role in using sound science and peer-reviewed studies to evaluate and implement advanced building technologies?
Autodesk Construction Cloud
APRIL 22, 2022
The wooden roof, floor and walls are designed to capture sunlight and body warmth – limiting the need for heating throughout the building’s lifecycle. And the structure itself can be unscrewed, enabling the building to be dismantled and moved whenever needed. Across the EU, buildings account for 25% of greenhouse gas emissions.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 30, 2020
From an environmental point of view, it is widely known buildings matter, as they consume nearly half the energy produced in the United States, use three-quarters of the electricity, and account for nearly half of all carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) emissions. Measuring carbon footprint in building materials.
BD+C
MARCH 2, 2023
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. Government regulators are increasingly requiring that buildings perform more efficiently.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 17, 2024
By Zachary Lovett, David Diedrick, and David Figurski Photo by Iwan Baan Photography Despite the urgency and efforts to halt global warming, the world’s output of CO2 continues to rise according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). 1 Average global temperatures are now approaching 1.5 Millions of properties across the U.S.
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Building Radar
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
To optimize project acquisition and bidding strategies, tools like Building Radar provide critical insights by identifying early-stage projects. With Building Radar, construction firms can track these high-value projects, optimizing their bids to align with the latest market trends project tracking in high-rise construction.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MARCH 31, 2022
There’s also plenty of good news: infrastructure investments are pouring in, sustainability continues to be a focus, and digital technologies are helping firms be more efficient. trillion of global construction output by 2030. This is driven by the increasing demand for infrastructure, warehouses, and industrial buildings.
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.
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?
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 14, 2024
The energy-efficient design of the Tango reduces operating costs by up to 80% and lifecycle costs by up to 40%”, according to Zeljko Terzic, Offering Manager Pumps, Armstrong Fluid Technology. In 2019, Armstrong signed the Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment, a program launched by the World Green Building Council.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
AkzoNobel Wood Coatings is launching a new campaign to raise awareness of the many opportunities and innovative ways that producers of wood products in North America can reduce waste, save energy, and reduce their carbon footprint – as well as improving operational efficiency in the process. ‘It </p>
UK Construction Blog
DECEMBER 13, 2023
The post Integrating Renewable Energy Sources in UK Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Central to this transformation is the integration of renewable energy sources into construction projects. Offshore wind power has seen remarkable growth, contributing significantly to the country’s renewable energy capacity.
Stok
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Regarding real estate specifically, the latest Global Status Report released by UNEP this week found that built environment energy consumption has increased beyond pre-pandemic peak levels by 2%, calling for an urgent increase in energy efficiency in both new construction and existing buildings.
iField Smart
MARCH 30, 2024
Connected Construction: Building a Smarter Future, Brick by Byte The construction industry has long been known for its traditional, paper-based processes and siloed workflows. In simple terms, Connected Construction refers to the integration of various technologies and data sources to create a more seamless and efficient construction process.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 25, 2024
The innovative new service proactively tracks and manages pump performance and provides early diagnostic warnings and timely automated reports that help customers make informed decisions and take immediate action to deliver the most efficient and safest fire safety system performance. Armstrong Fluid Technology is committed to sustainability.
Stok
AUGUST 31, 2022
The IRA unlocks $369 billion of federal funding for energy and climate provisions and sets the U.S. on the path to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% below 2005 levels by 2030. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) was signed into law on August 16, 2022, marking a significant step as the largest climate investment in U.S.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 3, 2024
The post Read the Latest News on Masdar Arlington Energy Builds a 55 MW Battery Plant in UK, EV Trial Has Been Completed by Costain and Enterprise, Environmental Issues Raised by Airport Building, Plans for a UK Hydrogen Facility Were Revealed appeared first on UK Construction Blog. billion/EUR 1.2 billion/EUR 1.2
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 31, 2024
Not only will this increased storage generate a need for more data centers, but generative AI’s greater energy requirements – ranging from 300 to 500+ megawatts – will also require more energy efficient designs and locations. Data centers’ rapid growth is also putting pressure on limited energy resources in many countries.
Construction Specifier
MAY 30, 2023
The building’s stepped facade helps it conform to contextual scale and attain energy and water conservation, as well as occupant health and wellness. As one approaches the site, CODE is only visible as a three-story structure of a similar width to the neighboring historic, party wall buildings.
Construction Specifier
MAY 30, 2023
The building’s stepped facade helps it conform to contextual scale and attain energy and water conservation, as well as occupant health and wellness. As one approaches the site, CODE is only visible as a three-story structure of a similar width to the neighboring historic, party wall buildings.
Building Radar
JANUARY 14, 2020
Building planning: digital for optimized workflow 2. IoT: building with wireless intelligence 5. Mega-trend in the construction industry: the 3D-printed building 11. Closing contracts: simple, safe and efficient with blockchain technology 12. Sustainability: Building becomes greener 15.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 19, 2023
It pointed to the increase in the construction of green buildings, along with high demand for commercial and tourist industry construction as the key drivers of growth. 2 Join the sustainability revolution As Autodesk’s report on green construction notes , green building is no longer just a trend. “By
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JUNE 17, 2021
In manufacturing, the goal is optimising the production process – to deliver the highest quality and efficiency. Fabricating components off-site leads to more consistent builds and higher quality outputs. 1: More certainty on every build. Productisation can deliver value from the first build and throughout an asset’s lifecycle.
CCR Magazine
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Energy Information Administration (EIA) reports that fuel prices are expected to fluctuate significantly, influenced by global economic uncertainties and regulatory changes. The Strategy: Adopting fuel-efficient vehicles and optimizing logistics through technology can help mitigate these costs.
Building Information Management
APRIL 24, 2012
How will your Federal Department or Agency efficiently implement the numerous facility renovation, repair, and sustainability project required to meet Presidential energy conservation mandates? Presidential Memorandum — Implementation of Energy Savings Projects and Performance-Based Contracting for energy savings.
Plant & Civil Engineer
OCTOBER 8, 2023
This plan also sets out the performance improvements we are committing to deliver for our customers and how we are continuing to drive efficiency and innovation.” NI Water is focussed on building a carbon neutral and climate resilient business. We are committed to delivering a net zero, climate resilient future for all our customers.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JULY 27, 2023
In 2022, the International Energy Agency (IEA) published that according to the latest data, the built environment generates 40% of annual global CO2 emissions (Architecture 2030). Of those emissions, 27% are attributed to building operations, known as “operational carbon”.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 1, 2014
Moving into Year 4 of its grant, Tennessee plans to build on its progress and continuously improve implementation of its key initiatives. With the addition of the building, the company will also be consolidating its data infrastructure for North America to the Clinton location. Auto Giants Keep Getting Bigger.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 27, 2023
In today’s news, we will look into the Grid Capacity Is the Barrier to Net-Zero Energy in the UK Construction Sector. Moreover, building in Edinburgh came in at number three on the list of most costly cities in the UK. While slowing the UK energy sector, which contradicts the government’s renewable energy ambitions.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 23, 2024
Armstrong Fluid Technology announced that they will join other industry-leading organizations in helping create the world’s first 100% digitally-enabled building and research facility. The two-story building will have a fully integrated IT system connecting all building elements together that can be controlled by apps.
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CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 22, 2023
These green B-Corporations, also known as eco-conscious organizations, are committed to sustainable practices and making a positive impact on the planet. They strive to build communities that are better prepared for the impacts of climate change, specifically targeting vulnerable populations.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 29, 2024
Armstrong Fluid Technology recently participated in the expansion of the Enwave Energy Corporation Deep Lake Water Cooling (DLWC) system that provides clean energy services to buildings in downtown Toronto via an innovative district cooling network. Armstrong Fluid Technology is committed to sustainability.
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