Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 6, 2024

Global leader in sustainable design and engineering Stantec provided programming, master planning, architecture, and interior design for the 31,500-square-foot, three-structure facility comprised of an operations, maintenance, and vehicle wash buildings for about 80 transit vehicles. This is a spectacular design.

Maintenance 130

Maintenance Electrical Systems Building Resilience Energy Efficiency 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 25, 2023

BOSTON, MA – Today, Digital Twin Consortium ® (DTC) published The Why and the What of Digital Twin Building Performance and Sustainability: An Owner’s Perspective. and “What are the objectives for sustainability, efficiency, resiliency, health, risk mitigation, performance, reliability, and accountability?”

Building Optimization 245

Building Optimization Building Resilience Sustainability Public Works 245

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 21, 2023

. – The latest title from the American Society of Civil Engineer’s, Snow Loads: Guide to the Snow Load Provisions of ASCE 7- 22 supplies detailed, authoritative explanations of the snow load provisions contained in Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures , Standard ASCE/SEI 7-22.

Building Resilience 246

Building Resilience Building Standards Building Optimization Building Design 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 5, 2024

— Join Green Builder Media on Wednesday, July 17 at 2:00 ET for a free webinar on building net zero energy ready homes at an affordable pricepoint. Howard Building Science is building beautiful net zero energy ready homes in Granite Falls, N.C., Lake City, Colo. for around $200,000. Click here to reserve your seat.

Green Building 130

Green Building Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Building Optimization 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 20, 2023

Fortunately for the oil and gas industry, LSU Civil and Environmental Engineering Associate Professor Chao Sun is researching how to create resilient offshore energy infrastructure under extreme tropical cyclones and aging issues. Ninety percent of current U.S.

Engineering 221

Engineering Building Resilience Infrastructure Development Structural Systems 221

Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 4, 2023

Robust increases in commercial building (index at 54.4) were offset by a steep fall in house building (43.0). Survey respondents commented on increased infrastructure work, office refurbishments, and resilient demand for a range of commercial projects. and civil engineering (53.9)

Building Resilience 168

Building Resilience Surveying Building Optimization Building Materials 168

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The post Learn About the Latest News on Building Optimism in the UK, Redrow to Be Acquired by Barratt, North Wales Hosts UK’s First Carbon Capture Cement Plant And MPs Advise Building to ‘Embrace Tech’ appeared first on UK Construction Blog. UK construction business optimism at its greatest since January 2022.

Building Optimization 57

Building Optimization Building Materials Government Works Building Commissioning 57

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 23, 2024

He supports implementation of a national growth strategy for the firm’s water resources market while building alliances and developing a team of national practice leaders. WSP designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. Army Corps’ Engineer Research and Development Center.

Project Management Consulting 130

Project Management Consulting Building Resilience Risk Management Infrastructure Development 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 6, 2024

Strategic additions to the water team further strengthen the firm’s expertise to provide effective and resilient solutions to support water infrastructure needs statewide. WSP designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. WSP in the U.S. wsp.com

Building Resilience 130

Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Infrastructure Development Electrical Systems 130

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

Sustainability Building Resilience Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 105

The Pro Builder

MAY 15, 2023

Smart Neighborhood Project Combines Net Zero with Natural Gas qpurcell Mon, 05/15/2023 - 09:49 Building net zero, carbon neutral homes means going all-electric and getting rid of natural gas entirely—right? When modeled, this option was found to be the “most resilient, lowest-cost path to net zero for this location,” Beyers says.

Renewable Energy Systems 246

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Electrical Systems 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 31, 2023

She has managed organizations with annual multimillion-dollar capital and operating budgets and directed optimization efforts at utilities operating more than a dozen wastewater resource recovery facilities (WRRF), creating clean water and valuable resources from billions of gallons of wastewater daily.

Building Optimization 130

Building Optimization Health Regulations Building Resilience Facility Management 130

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

ASHRAE has released its resource guide, “Grid-Interactive Buildings for Decarbonization: Design and Operation,” emphasizing the crucial role of grid interactivity in reducing carbon emissions. Grid-interactive buildings actively engage with the energy grid. Resiliency: Enhance a building’s ability to adapt to changing grid conditions.

Renewable Energy Systems 59

Renewable Energy Systems Building Optimization Building Resilience Energy Efficiency 59

UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2023

The post Benefits of Retro-Commissioning Your Buildings appeared first on UK Construction Blog. You can learn more about the solution here , while in this article we are going to discuss potential benefits of retro-commissioning your buildings. Let’s investigate some major profits you may receive after retro-commissioning a building.

Building Commissioning 62

Building Commissioning Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency HVAC Systems 62

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

By Kristin Dispenza, Advancing Organizational Excellence Cement has historically been so far upstream in a building’s supply chain that designers, engineers, and building owners ignored the details of its production. Such flexibility is needed, since going “the last mile” in energy optimization can require inventive solutions.

Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Environmental Impact Assessment 130

iField Smart

AUGUST 29, 2024

Key Principles of Circular Design in Construction Reduce waste: Design buildings and infrastructure to minimize waste throughout their lifecycle. Reuse and recycle: Incorporate recycled materials and promote the reuse and repurposing of building components. Extend product life: Design for durability, repairability, and upgradability.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Building Optimization 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 24, 2024

Embracing sustainability and culture Stantec’s approach to sustainability would be comprehensive, focusing on optimizing resource flows, reducing water consumption, and regenerating local ecosystems. The integration of nature, resilience, and environmental and social sustainability would be central to the project’s vision.

Site Planning 130

Site Planning Building Optimization Sustainability Building Design 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

Neetha Vasan is a Senior Microclimate Scientist and Associate at Rowan William Davies & Irwin (RWDI) LLC, who specializes in building engineering with a focus on assessing the aerodynamic and wind resistant properties of construction projects. This in turn proves critical to improving pedestrian safety and comfort in urban planning.

Environmental Impact Assessment 130

Environmental Impact Assessment Real Estate Development Environmental Consulting Building Resilience 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

To better protect our drinking water systems, utilities are increasingly investing in tools and strategies that improve resiliency by safeguarding infrastructure assets and protecting access to clean water. With this data, plant operators can more quickly repair, rebuild and restore service.

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Facility Management 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

To better protect our drinking water systems, utilities are increasingly investing in tools and strategies that improve resiliency by safeguarding infrastructure assets and protecting access to clean water. With this data, plant operators can more quickly repair, rebuild and restore service.

Risk Management 130

Risk Management Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Facility Management 130

BDC Network

APRIL 8, 2024

In my experience as an architect, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP and sustainability focused practitioner, there are three early design decisions that are key to helping us build more sustainably: site selection, massing and orientation, and proper window-to-wall ratios. Hanover 8th Street, Washington, D.C. This community in Washington, D.C.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Building Optimization 52

BDC Network

JULY 15, 2024

Smart stadiums: The future of sports and entertainment venues 0 qpurcell Mon, 07/15/2024 - 12:35 Sports and Recreational Facilities These digitally-enhanced and connected spaces are designed to revolutionize the fan experience, enhance safety, and optimize operational efficiency, according to SSR's Will Maxwell, Smart Building Consultant.

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency Building Optimization Project Management Consulting HVAC Systems 52

BDC Network

JULY 15, 2024

Smart stadiums: The future of sports and entertainment venues 0 qpurcell Mon, 07/15/2024 - 12:35 Sports and Recreational Facilities These digitally-enhanced and connected spaces are designed to revolutionize the fan experience, enhance safety, and optimize operational efficiency, according to SSR's Will Maxwell, Smart Building Consultant.

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency Building Optimization Project Management Consulting HVAC Systems 52

Building Radar

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

As highlighted by The Build Chain in their comprehensive overview of digital tools in procurement, automating supply chain processes not only boosts efficiency but also ensures projects are completed faster and within budget. Visit The Build Chain for an in-depth analysis of this shift.

Procurement 52

Procurement Construction Management Building Automation Building Materials 52

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. °C future and secure a clean, prosperous, zero-carbon future for all.

Sustainability 98

Sustainability Energy Conservation Building Resilience Energy Efficiency 98

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

As the nation looks for ways to improve this assessment for the 2025 report card, it is important for repairs and rehabilitation projects to consider long-term resiliency as an essential feature. One way to bolster the overall resilience of a roadway is to assess the stability and quality of soil beneath it.

Wall Systems 246

Wall Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Structural Systems Building Resilience 246

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

A high-performance building envelope minimizes thermal bridging, enhancing interior thermal comfort with substantial R values at the roof and walls. The building’s energy use intensity (EUI) is reduced to 23, a 71 percent decrease from the baseline, thanks to efficient building systems and envelope design.

Energy Efficiency 111

Energy Efficiency Sustainability Energy Conservation Roofing Systems 111

Strong Tie

APRIL 11, 2023

The YLBC connects brace frames in structural steel buildings. With pre-designed, bolted connections, it simplifies design work and is easy to incorporate into new builds or retrofits. In fact, the YLBC is ready to detail as soon as the building frame is sized. Introducing the Yield-Link ® brace connection (YLBC).

Steel Fabrication 98

Steel Fabrication Building Products Distribution Building Resilience Structural Systems 98

BDC Network

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The Sustainability Group will strengthen Suffolk’s in-house expertise and ability to design and execute a wider range of green building solutions. In design, Swenso collaborates closely with design teams to optimize strategies for cost effectiveness to meet operational carbon goals using life cycle costing.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Building Commissioning Project Management Consulting 105

CCR Magazine

MAY 24, 2024

AI can optimize inventory levels and predict demand more accurately, while IoT devices can track products in real-time , providing data on their condition and location. Build Agile and Resilient Supply Chains Flexibility and Responsiveness: In an era where market dynamics can change rapidly, supply chains must be agile.

Building Optimization 52

Building Optimization Building Materials Manufacturing Risk Management Environmental Consulting 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 25, 2024

However, there are also numerous benefits for developers and investors in commercial real estate that are driving this shift toward more sustainable building practices. The Benefits of Green Construction According to the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC), the building sector accounts for nearly 40% of global carbon emissions.

Real Estate Development 52

Real Estate Development Green Building HVAC Systems Building Resilience 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The Grid-Interactive Buildings for Decarbonization: Design and Operation Resource Guide is the second in a series of guides developed by the ASHRAE Task Force For Building Decarbonization (TFBD) and provides information on maximizing carbon reduction through buildings’ interaction with the electric power grid.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Building Optimization Building Resilience Energy Efficiency 52

UK Construction Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Yet, amidst the focus on building impressive structures, the crucial aspect of managing these facilities often takes a backstage. Facility management (FM) is the unsung hero that ensures seamless operations, optimal functionality, and sustainability long after the construction dust settles. This is done through facility management.

Facility Management 62

Facility Management Construction Management Building Information Modeling (BIM) Environmental Impact Assessment 62

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 17, 2024

The ongoing effort advances methods to optimize processes, support decision making and automate workflows that enable greener infrastructure planning, construction and operations for mutual customers. Together, we can enhance the way people build and manage infrastructure to create safer, smarter and more resilient communities worldwide.”

Construction Management 100

Construction Management Infrastructure Development Mapping Project Management 100

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?

Building Materials 64

Building Materials Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Building Resilience 64

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 5, 2024

We continue to grow and scale our impact through solutions and services that enable a more resilient and sustainable future for our customers and communities. We are focused on building on this momentum and using every avenue to decarbonize the water sector, accelerate water stewardship, and advance water and sanitation access for all.”

Sustainability 200

Sustainability Risk Management Building Performance Measurement Facility Management 200

Building Radar

AUGUST 29, 2024

This trend necessitates a shift toward sustainable development practices to create livable, resilient, and eco-friendly urban environments. The push for green building certifications, energy-efficient designs, and sustainable materials is becoming more pronounced as cities strive to reduce their carbon footprint.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Prefabrication Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing 52