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With Climate Events on the Rise, Material Selection is Critical for Long-term Resilience

Civil + Structural Engineer

As these extreme climate events continue to grow in number and size, owners are turning to architects, engineers, and construction professionals to deliver more resilient buildings without higher costs. Sustainability and resilience are critical factors in building design and construction.

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19 industry groups team to promote resilient planning and building materials

BD+C

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.

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Under Water?

Civil + Structural Engineer

Wastewater systems are not designed for this changing climate,’’ said Sri Vedachalam, Director for water equity and climate resilience at Corvias Infrastructure Solutions, LLC. Sadly, many falls in both industries can be reduced by simply following regulations. deaths for every 1,000 full-time workers.

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How Blocked Drains Affect Stormwater Management Systems

CCR Magazine

The contamination affects the health of rivers, lakes, and coastal areas, disrupting biodiversity and degrading water quality, which can have long-term repercussions for wildlife and human populations dependent on these resources. These losses strain individuals and communities financially, reducing economic resilience.

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Green Building Certifications: Choosing the Right One for Your Project

iField Smart

Green building certifications offer a valuable framework for assessing and recognizing buildings that meet certain sustainability standards. These certifications provide a standardized framework for measuring and comparing the sustainability of different buildings. Green Building Council (USGBC).

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Building Resilience: How Climate Change Redefines Construction Strategy

CCR Magazine

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.

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NAHB Advocacy Efforts and Outcomes

The Pro Builder

and providing greater flexibility when using bond financing to build or preserve LIHTC properties. Department of Health & Human Services budget proposal completely eliminated Job Corps funding. In other words, it gives federal agencies the latitude to interpret the scope of regulations. Plaintiffs in Loper Bright Enterprises v.