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International Code Council to Highlight Key Role of Building Codes and Standards in Achieving Climate Resilience at COP28

Civil + Structural Engineer

The International Code Council will provide expertise and solutions for governments and the building sector to help address the changing climate Washington D.C. – The work of the International Code Council and similar organizations is to spotlight the need to incorporate the buildings and construction sector in climate discussions.

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Inside Out: Building Resilient Infrastructure to Safeguard Against Natural Disasters  

Civil + Structural Engineer

Beyond their strength, HSS also contributes to sustainable and resilient practices. It will also explore the broader significance of steel in sustainable building practices, highlighting the interplay between resilience and sustainability in infrastructure development. Approximately 1.5

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SFPE Announces Program and Speakers for Upcoming Engineering Solutions Symposium for Fire Safety and Sustainable Building Design

Civil + Structural Engineer

This packed symposium will explore design concepts, tools, and approaches for fire-safe buildings, and highlight the role of fire safety in sustainable design and education. The event will also present insight into external living walls, battery/energy storage systems, façade systems, photovoltaics, mass timber, and more.

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Sustainability and the Port of Virginia

Civil + Structural Engineer

Therefore, it’s imperative to fortify infrastructure and enhance port resilience for the future of safe freight movement. The Port of Virginia, along with numerous other American ports, is actively pursuing ambitious sustainability goals.

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The foundation of resilience. A look at building codes and standards. By Joe Sollod 

Construction Today

Building codes and standards that support resilient infrastructure are more important than ever due to the increasing frequency and severity of disasters and other environmental hazards. Buildings should be built with regard to the surrounding natural areas. Striking this balance is a challenge, but it is possible.

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Xylem Scales Sustainability Impacts with New Water Stewardship Commitments

Civil + Structural Engineer

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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Advancing sustainable construction: Specifying low-carbon concrete

Construction Specifier

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.