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Scrapping of EU pollution rules to unlock 140,000 homes

Construction Enquirer

It said this would offset the very small amount of additional nutrient discharge attributable to up to 100,000 homes between now and 2030. .” To mitigate the impact of the move the Government pledged to double investment to £280m in the Nutrient Mitigation Scheme run by Natural England. “This is very welcome news.”

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Circularity in the built environment could reduce carbon dioxide emissions in the construction sector by 75% by 2050

Civil + Structural Engineer

The report has found that circularity also presents substantial economic advantages, with the potential to yield an annual net profit gain of up to $46 billion by 2030 and $360 billion by 2050. In 2030, recirculation of materials and minerals and CCS/CCU are each expected to contribute around 40% of total abatement.

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Plan approved to redevelop major Glasgow shopping mall

Construction Enquirer

” With the Scottish Government aiming for Glasgow to become carbon neutral by 2030, social, environmental and economic factors are at the forefront of Leslie Jones Architecture’s proposals. It is estimated the Buchanan Galleries redevelopment would take place over 10 years, with the work being hoped to start next year if approved.

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Egypt's Huge Capital Complex Rises East of Cairo

ENR Construction

based Skidmore Owings and Merrill, the project consists of three phases, with first-phase development estimated at $58 billion when finished in 2030; several buildings are set to complete in 2022. Designed by U.S.-based

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Climate Change's Role in Enhancing Building Efficiency

The Pro Builder

The penalties are stiff: $268 for every metric ton of carbon dioxide above the allotted limit, which studies estimate could amount to $200 million per year in penalties for some buildings. Read more Energy Efficiency Environmental Home Design Energy Efficiency

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Climate Change Creates Urgency to Enhance Building Efficiency

The Pro Builder

The penalties are stiff: $268 for every metric ton of carbon dioxide above the allotted limit, which studies estimate could amount to $200 million per year in penalties for some buildings. Read more Energy Efficiency Environmental Home Design Energy Efficiency

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Upgrade works flying ahead for Hobart Airport

Roads Online

million by 2030. This upgrade is estimated to indirectly create more than 1200 new jobs across the state,” Collins said. million passengers annually, with numbers set to reach 3.5 Federal Member for Franklin Julie Collins said the upgrades will support the local economy and local industries throughout Tasmania.