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Building Materials Building Resilience Sustainability 
Construction Placements
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
Adoption of Bio-Based Building Materials: A Step Towards Sustainable Construction Bio-based building materials, including hempcrete and bamboo, are revolutionizing sustainable construction.
Civil + Structural Engineer
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
With increasing urgency, building owners, architects and contractors are turning to metal buildings to deliver resilient, robust and safe buildings to better mitigate risk. “In Metal buildings are highly fire resistant and have been proven to stand up against extreme weather events.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
AUGUST 1, 2023
Additionally, selecting the right materials throughout the project is pivotal in enabling structures to withstand whatever Mother Nature may bring. Beyond their strength, HSS also contributes to sustainable and resilient practices. Approximately 1.5
Construction Placements
OCTOBER 8, 2024
Choosing the Right Materials for Durable Commercial Buildings When choosing materials for commercial buildings, durability and sustainability are critical factors that can impact the long-term success and cost-efficiency of any project.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 26, 2024
In 2024, the association will build on its 2023 white paper, “Concrete Pavement’s Role in a Sustainable, Resilient Future,” with the addition of tools and resources that help decision-makers meet global challenges while making dollars go further in a high inflation market.
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CCR Magazine
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Keeping in view the psychological effects of climate change the construction industry has to find ways of how it can build structures that can effectively withstand the changing climate conditions. What resilience means in contrast to strength is quite bigger in scope.
The Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
are increasingly adopting sustainable building products and practices that conserve water, energy, and materials. are increasingly adopting sustainable building products and practices that conserve water, energy, and materials.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 5, 2024
Latest Sustainability Report Details Progress Towards Water Security and New 2030 Commitments to Reduce Global Water Demand WASHINGTON, DC – Global water technology leader Xylem (NYSE: XYL) is expanding its sustainability commitments with new 2030 water stewardship goals, following the company’s combination with Evoqua.
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Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 29, 2024
With its latest annual Make It Real program, Autodesk is challenging high school students to imagine how to design and build a habitat for an extreme environment. For the Make It Resilient 2024 contest , any extreme environment such as a desert, rainforest, deep ocean site, areas prone to flooding, or even another planet can be chosen.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 7, 2024
With sustainability becoming a global priority, the quest for eco-friendly alternatives in construction has never been more crucial. Amid this sustainability imperative, Carbon Locked Precast Concrete has emerged as a potential game-changer. Cement, a key component of concrete, is the primary culprit, generating approximately 0.9
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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.
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CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Key Highlights Architects play a crucial role in designing community living projects that prioritize both environmental and social sustainability. Sustainable design in these projects includes focusing on energy efficiency, renewable energy, water conservation, and green building materials.
CCR Magazine
JULY 11, 2024
The field of architecture is in a state of change driven by a tireless quest for new ideas and sustainable solutions. One of the driving forces behind this evolution is the emergence and integration of cutting-edge building materials. Technological innovations have played a crucial role in driving this transformation.
The Pro Builder
APRIL 18, 2024
Combining Concrete and Offsite Manufacturing to Create Resilient Homes qpurcell Thu, 04/18/2024 - 12:53 Before it could build resilient , high-performing homes across the country, Onx Homes decided it first needed to prove it could do so in a challenging climate. This is not a theory. We have done it,” he says.
Civil + Structural Engineer
OCTOBER 2, 2023
With the number of bridges in need of repair or replacement, it is important to choose a material that is not only robust but also efficient. The dead load of NWC limits span length and increases substructure requirements, all of which work against the goals of building long-lasting and efficient infrastructure. What is ESCS?
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Roads Online
AUGUST 13, 2024
To put this into perspective, according to Sustainability Victoria, more than 500 quarries produce about 500 million tonnes of heavy construction materials every year. The infrastructure and roads sectors rely heavily on raw materials, as such the importance of sustainable materials and alternatives has grown significantly.
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Construction Specifier
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Photos courtesy Cunningham Baron By Bill Bellico The construction industry is equipped with many tools to further its mission of fostering sustainable building practices. Assessing the carbon footprint of a building is one major tool aimed at addressing concerns regarding climate change. What is embodied carbon?
Construction Today
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
In the hunt for sustainable development and climate-resilient construction methods, the construction industry is witnessing a paradigm shift towards more eco-friendly materials. Among these, timber emerges as a beacon of innovation and environmental stewardship.
CCR Magazine
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Today’s commercial buildings demand innovative roofing solutions that ensure protection from the elements and provide enhanced energy efficiency, sustainability, and durability. From cutting-edge materials to modern techniques, the roofing industry is revolutionizing how buildings are designed and maintained.
BDC Network
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Suffolk Construction establishes Suffolk Sustainability Group Design veterans Steven Burke and Michael Swenson will lead the new sustainability initiative for Suffolk. Contractors Sustainability Sustainable Design and Construction Suffolk Construction, headquartered in Boston, has established the Suffolk Sustainability Group.
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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.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Functioning as a living lab, the center enables students to engage with sustainability practices, conduct environmental studies, and brainstorm solutions to various challenges. A high-performance building envelope minimizes thermal bridging, enhancing interior thermal comfort with substantial R values at the roof and walls.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
As cities grow and populations increase, the demand for safe and durable buildings rises. Creating long-lasting structures involves more than just strength; it requires innovative materials and modern technologies. Sustainable practices also play a key role in ensuring longevity while meeting regulatory requirements.
CCR Magazine
JUNE 12, 2024
In recent years, sustainable development has gained importance for the development of the whole world due to the existing problems such as climate change, and depletion of the earth’s resources among others. This includes using friendly materials and friendly technologies in industries, power ratings and innovative designs.
The Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Maarten involved three connecting, four-story buildings to add 98 new hotel rooms. The buildings also had to be designed for seismic and hurricane-wind loads to withstand potential natural disasters of the waterfront location. With the resort remaining open during construction, speed and simplicity were key to the project’s success.
The Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Maarten involved three connecting, four-story buildings to add 98 new hotel rooms. The buildings also had to be designed for seismic and hurricane-wind loads to withstand potential natural disasters of the waterfront location. With the resort remaining open during construction, speed and simplicity were key to the project’s success.
The Pro Builder
JULY 18, 2023
Eco Material Technologies , a Utah-based producer of sustainable cement alternatives, and Hive 3D , a Texas-based automated construction company, have partnered to build five vacation rentals in Round Top. To replace traditional cement, Eco Material uses fly ash and other pozzolanic materials.
The Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 13, 2023
The Lakewood Villages project, which consists of four buildings with a total of 96 apartments, in Palm Springs, Fla., 13, WPBF 25 reports, and uses a building system consisting of blocks that interlock much like toy Lego bricks. It's important to our residents to have a building that's going to be able to sustain them.
Construction Specifier
FEBRUARY 10, 2023
Yet, building in wildland urban interface (WUI) zones continues at a fast pace. 1 Why are people still building, and rebuilding in WUI zones? It is important to note new builds in WUI zones are primarily residential, but commercial builds in these regions are not uncommon. Primarily for affordability.
Civil + Structural Engineer
APRIL 13, 2023
Woburn, Massachusetts (April 2023) – As an industry leader committed to sustainability, RHEINZINK introduces RHEINZINK-prePATINA® ECO ZINC architectural zinc products. This is the first architectural zinc material in the world to reduce an already small carbon footprint by more than half.
UK Construction Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
The post 6 Essential Strategies for Sustainable Construction Projects appeared first on UK Construction Blog. As the construction industry evolves, there’s an increasing emphasis on sustainability. Not only that, it also ensures that your projects adhere to internationally recognized sustainability standards.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
APRIL 17, 2023
Going green pays off for today’s building owners. Buildings that implement green or sustainable practices typically see lower energy costs. Today, governments and private entities are increasingly implementing environmental regulations and incentives that reward companies for adopting sustainable practices.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 14, 2024
By Zach Adams In the ever-evolving landscape of architectural design, sustainability has become non-negotiable. While the design and construction industry has focused on greener building architecture in recent years, the current spotlight shines on the sustainability and transparency of products introduced into these structures.
The Pro Builder
MARCH 21, 2024
Building Homes with ‘Legos on Steroids’ qpurcell Thu, 03/21/2024 - 10:48 A crew leader consults an assembly drawing with color-coded instructions, then calls out a color: blue, red, yellow. Replacing Concrete with Composite Blocks Photo courtesy RENCO USA RENCO’s proprietary building blocks replace concrete, steel, and wood.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 12, 2024
A new report published in partnership between McKinsey & Company and the World Economic Forum reveals that the construction sector’s carbon dioxide emissions – from building to real estate to infrastructure – can be reduced by up to 75% or 4 gigatons of carbon dioxide by 2050 through the establishment of a circular economy.
The Pro Builder
OCTOBER 28, 2023
At the same time, the construction industry is contending with its own set of challenges regarding workforce availability, jobsite safety, building quality, lack of materials, and building sustainability. These modules are then stacked together to form the final building.
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BDC Network
JULY 26, 2023
Carbon Neutrality at HKS, with Rand Ekman, Chief Sustainability Officer 0 dbarista Wed, 07/26/2023 - 11:40 Rand Ekman, Chief Sustainability Officer at HKS Inc., Sustainability Rand Ekman, Chief Sustainability Officer at HKS Inc., discusses the firm's decarbonization strategy and carbon footprint assessment.
BD+C
MAY 13, 2014
Leaders of America’s design and construction industry – along with building owners and operators - for the first time have agreed to promote resilience in contemporary planning, building materials, design, construction and operational techniques as the solution to making the nation’s aging infrastructure more safe and secure.
Civil + Structural Engineer
NOVEMBER 27, 2023
Fiberglass conduit is an overall cost-efficient and environmentally sustainable alternative to steel, PVC, clay, copper and other conduit pipe materials and offers benefits such as light weight, corrosion resistance, fire resistance, durability and non-conductivity. “On This is CCG’s second acquisition in 2023.
Natural Building
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Mycelium, the vegetative part of the fungus, is an ideal material, Mr Benjamin explains. These bricks score high marks for sustainability because they were “grown” with no carbon emissions and no waste. This method lets builders use local materials like agricultural waste, and also makes the bricks biodegradable.
Roads Online
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
The National Transport Research Organisation (NTRO) and predecessor ARRB have helped to introduce practical, sustainable alternatives to virgin materials for major infrastructure components. She says the NTRO plays an invaluable role in promoting the use of recycled materials. The resilience aspect also ties back to performance.
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CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
In recent years, the construction industry has witnessed a significant shift towards sustainable practices, with a growing emphasis on using eco-friendly materials. Among these, sustainable wood stands out as a remarkable choice for various reasons.
The Pro Builder
FEBRUARY 21, 2024
Concrete Wall Panels Help Build Noncombustible Homes qpurcell Wed, 02/21/2024 - 11:24 As California’s wildfires rage and major home insurers pull out of the state , the rising risk of home fires isn’t being helped by conventional construction, says Scott Long. How to Build a Home That Won’t Combust? Villa home.
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UK Construction Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
The post 6 Essential Strategies for Sustainable Construction Projects appeared first on UK Construction Blog. As the construction industry evolves, there’s an increasing emphasis on sustainability. Not only that, it also ensures that your projects adhere to internationally recognized sustainability standards.
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