Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The construction landscape in New York is set to experience a transformative year in 2024, driven by substantial investments in infrastructure, transportation, and sustainable urban development. To optimize project acquisition and bidding strategies, tools like Building Radar provide critical insights by identifying early-stage projects.

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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.

Sustainability 98

Sustainability Energy Conservation Building Resilience Energy Efficiency 98

Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

2 Buildings are responsible for approximately 42 percent of CO2 emissions, 15 percent of which is attributed to the embodied carbon of materials. trillion sf) of building floorspace by 2060—equivalent space of New York City added every month for 40 years—the time for the industry to act is now. Millions of properties across the U.S.

Sustainability 105

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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.

HVAC Systems 52

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BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

The importance of selecting healthy materials for K-12 projects 0 qpurcell Mon, 09/30/2024 - 13:17 K-12 Schools Clark Nexsen interior designers Anna Claire Beethoven and Brittney Just, CID, IIDA, LEED Green Associate, share why it is imperative to specify healthy building materials in K-12 schools.

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Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Panelists at the “Buildings and Construction for Sustainable Cities: New Key Partnerships for Decarbonization, Adaptation, and Resilience” session during the United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP28, on December 6, 2023, at Expo City, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photo by Mahmoud Khaled/Courtesy COP28.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 21, 2025

In construction, it means leveraging tools such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), artificial intelligence, drones, and IoT-enabled devices to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and reduce costs. Both governments and clients are demanding greener practices, energy-efficient buildings, and sustainable materials.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 26, 2023

Holcim US pledges a minimum net reduction 25 percent CO2 emissions and cement plants powered with 100 percent renewable energy within 10 years Company leads cement sector in signing onto the DOE program Green building materials leader Holcim US announced it has joined the U.S.

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Material Storage Green Building Building Materials Sustainability 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 27, 2023

The new solar panels are projected to offset more than 100 percent of the energy consumed by Trimble’s two-building campus in the Westmoor Technology Park, which represents approximately 6-7 percent of the company’s total global electricity demand (based on 2021). Westminster is Trimble’s largest employment center in the U.S.

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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.

Green Building 52

Green Building Architecture Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Law

APRIL 1, 2025

Editors comment Government slated for failures to advance post Grenfell remediation plans Editor Nick Barrett looks at the Pubic Accounts Committees report on the governments dilatory progress on post Grenfell Tower tragedy building safety. Complacency and not taking issues seriously enough are among the accusations levied by MPs.

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Safety Regulations Green Building Government Works Contracts 40

Stok

MARCH 11, 2014

Net Zero Energy is happening—both driven by California’s mandate that all commercial new construction must meet net zero energy standards by 2030 and also by building owners/developers and design teams that are committed to creating healthier, more desirable spaces.

Green Building 61

Green Building Building Standards Building Design Sustainability 61

Roads Online

AUGUST 23, 2023

The tightened targets for 2030 and 2050, the huge pipeline of new projects and the need to adapt to increasing climate shocks have brewed the perfect storm. Ainsley Simpson, CEO of Infrastructure Sustainability Council said that the initiative would help to strengthen Australian infrastructure’s pathway to net zero.

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Collaboration Infrastructure Development Public Works Green Building 96

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 5, 2024

PAE Engineers enjoys a unique symbol of its brand identity – the company’s Portland headquarters office, which is the world’s first developer-driven Living Building. PAE’s Living Building Challenge The PAE Living Building is a five-story, 58,000-square-foot mixed-use building located in a historic neighborhood in Portland.

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Engineering Building Performance Measurement Green Building Real Estate Development 130

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

‘It all adds up’ aims to promote that every action counts when it comes to addressing the challenge of improving sustainability in the value chain. This educational approach not only benefits businesses in the industry on their sustainability journeys, but also aims to foster a broader cultural shift.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 1, 2025

Some of these ground-breaking solutions include: A sustainable leather alternative made from banana waste that is being used for wallets, coasters, eyewear cases and more, reducing carbon emissions by 90 percent and water use by 95 percent in comparison to conventional leather production.

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems Energy Efficiency Change Management Collaboration 52

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.

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Practical Law Construction

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Major standard forms have responded to market demand and made provision for carbon reduction provisions, for example, JCT’s sustainability provisions , NEC’s Option X29 and FIDIC’s Climate Change Charter. This is why the 2022 edition of the RICS Sustainability Report (Report) is so timely. Key Findings.

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Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Green Building Renewable Energy Systems 52

Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

By Jeff Terry Photos courtesy GAF In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable construction, product documentation has become a crucial tool for informed decision-making. These documents provide valuable insights into the environmental and health impacts of building materials, respectively.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

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Roads Online

DECEMBER 4, 2023

This idea is to build the capability of the infrastructure supply chain to meet the challenges ahead. The tightened targets for 2030 and 2050, the huge pipeline of new projects, and the need to adapt to increasing climate shocks, have brewed the perfect storm. The time for decisive action is now.

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Ecovillages are intentional communities designed to be environmentally, socially, and/or economically sustainable. Their members place great importance on community-building, and are bound by the desire to make positive change in the world by working collectively and peacefully. You can watch a video about The Farm at www.youtube.com.

Renewable Energy Systems 98

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation Green Building Energy Efficiency 98

Business Facilities

AUGUST 25, 2021

To shift to a sustainable trajectory, we need to massively step up investment in clean energy technologies—especially renewables and energy efficiency.”. To reach net zero emissions by 2050, annual clean energy investment worldwide will need to more than triple by 2030 to around $4 trillion.”. C and 2°C are progressively higher. “To

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Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 115

Roads Online

JULY 18, 2023

With the Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games less than a decade away, the Infrastructure Sustainability Council is supporting the infrastructure value chain to set a new benchmark for the benefit of generations to come. “S ports have the power to unite; so too does sustainability.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 22, 2022

Sitting on the grounds of a former petrol station was the COP house – a wooden cottage modelling a much more sustainable form of housing. The wooden roof, floor and walls are designed to capture sunlight and body warmth – limiting the need for heating throughout the building’s lifecycle.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency 98

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. Sustainability. trillion of global construction output by 2030. Sustainability. State of the industry. Bouncing back. Subsector growth rates.

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Plant & Civil Engineer

APRIL 2, 2024

A National Upskilling Roadmap for Sustainability in the Built Environment has been launched in Dublin. The roadmap was developed as part of the EU-Life co-funded Build Up Skills Ireland 2030 (BUSI2030) initiative. offsite and modular building) and that it focuses on improving the diversity of its workforce.

Green Building 52

Green Building Modular Construction Public Works Safety Regulations 52

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?

Green Building 52

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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.

Building Materials Manufacturing 59

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Green Building Building Optimization 59

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. Photo © Chad Davies.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing Material Storage Building Materials 52

Plant & Civil Engineer

JULY 3, 2023

Aggregate Industries continues to go the extra green mile in its commitment to helping to decarbonise the construction industry, having announced the launch of London’s very first electric-powered concrete mixer. The introduction of the truck is the latest step in Aggregate Industries’ transition to a sustainable future.

Building Products Distribution 52

Building Products Distribution Electrical Systems Green Building Sustainability 52

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”. Let's take a closer look at the integration's key capabilities.

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Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials 52

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. </p>

Fire Protection Systems 52

Fire Protection Systems HVAC Systems Plumbing Systems Energy Efficiency 52

Stok

AUGUST 28, 2019

Five major themes in high performance real estate rose to the top from this year’s conference in San Francisco, presenting bold solutions for the sustainable built environment that tackle environmental, social, and economic challenges in California and at the global scale. #1: 1: Embodied Carbon Comes First.

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Building Resilience Real Estate Development Environmental Impact Assessment Material Storage 73

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. But as technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, a new era is dawning: the era of Connected Construction. What is Connected Construction?

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Green Building Building Optimization Construction Equipment 52

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

With advanced solutions that leverage edge computing, IoT, machine learning, digital twin technology and demand-based control, Armstrong provides and protects efficiency in building mechanical systems, approaching energy optimization as a whole-building challenge and advancing the practice of full lifecycle management. </p>

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UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The landscape of construction in the UK is evolving, spurred by a growing consciousness toward sustainability and a pressing need to mitigate the impacts of climate change. Secondly, incorporating solar panels into buildings enhances energy efficiency, reducing long-term operational costs for both residential and commercial properties.

Energy Efficiency 64

Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Sustainability Landscaping 64

BDC Network

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

He made sustainability a core part of the firm’s ethos long before it was mainstream, illustrating that designers could significantly reduce energy use on a large scale, across project types. Green Building Council’s LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) rating system and the AIA 2030 Commitment.

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