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.

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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. Image: SPA.

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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. Millions of properties across the U.S.

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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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Strong Tie

MARCH 12, 2024

Simpson Strong-Tie is participating in NHERI Converging Design , the third phase of testing a six-story mass timber building on the NHERI UCSD shake table. This project follows up on the testing of a ten-story mass timber building with the NHERI TallWood project. Learn more about this project and our live testing event.

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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.

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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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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

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. In areas that need seismically resilient bridges, SLC’s reduced dead loads can also weaken the magnitude of seismic forces that act on a structure.

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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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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 19, 2023

SAN DIEGO — A digital toolkit purpose-built to equip decision makers with key climate insights was recognized with a Sustainable Product Award from the Sustainability, Environmental Achievement and Leadership (SEAL) 2023 Business Sustainability Awards. ResilienceLens TM measures the “resilience value” of potential 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. °C future and secure a clean, prosperous, zero-carbon future for all.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Attended by local community members, students, faculty, and media representatives, the event marked a milestone in SEARK’s ongoing efforts to create a more sustainable and resilient campus environment. “We This initiative signifies SEARK’s vision of fostering a sustainable environment for both students and the broader community.”

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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.

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BD+C

MARCH 7, 2019

These radical temperatures capture headlines, and they are capturing the attention of real estate developers who have a role to play in community resilience to climate extremes.

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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. The above examples demonstrate how sustainability could be traded-off against the benefits brought about by technology.

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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.

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BDC Network

APRIL 8, 2024

3 sustainable design decisions to make early 0 qpurcell Mon, 04/08/2024 - 09:26 Sustainability In her experience as an architect, Megan Valentine AIA, LEED AP, NCARB, WELL AP, Fitwel, Director of Sustainability, KTGY details three early sustainable design decisions: site selection, massing and orientation, and proper window-to-wall ratios.

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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?”

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Construction Today

AUGUST 2, 2023

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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ENR Construction

JULY 12, 2023

Quantifying efforts to build more sustainably and with resilience was the focus of the Environment Analyst Global Business Summit in Chicago.

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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. We’ve been researching sustainable options since we started. NTRO Sustainability and Materials Performance National Leader, Dr Clarissa Han.

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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.

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Roads Online

OCTOBER 16, 2023

On the road to net zero, decarbonisation of the aviation industry is a hot topic, with many emerging technologies seeking to advance the becoming a more sustainable industry. The sustainable opportunities are there for the taking. Various forms of technology can be trialled in areas of higher resilience reducing the operational risk.

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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.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 2, 2023

Bethesda, and at the SFPE Engineering Solutions Symposium for Fire Safety and Sustainable Building Design in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Director, SFPE Foundation.  “For Director, SFPE Foundation. “While

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The Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Their collaboration focuses predominantly on creating energy-efficient, sustainable housing solutions for low-income families. The BuildBetter with Whirlpool initiative aims to construct over 250 climate-resilient and energy-efficient homes. Habitat for Humanity International said in a recent press release.

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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.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 29, 2024

The organization aims to provide a forum for highway industry members and partners to promote a safe, efficient, and sustainable transportation system through education, innovation, and fellowship. LAN’s Markus D. Neubauer, P.E., and Travis Owens, P.E., have significantly contributed to the launch of ASHE San Antonio.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 8, 2023

The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) announced today its 2023 Award of Excellence winners, with over 100 of the year’s most exemplary projects in sustainable vertical urbanism. Overall category winners will be conferred at an award ceremony and dinner at the conference. “It

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 29, 2024

The bad news is it might not be enough to sustain trust in today’s era of misinformation, disengagement, and plummeting levels of trust across all aspects of society. Some businesses are addressing these issues head-on, creating strategies to build and sustain trust. It’s an issue we ignore at our peril.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 8, 2023

WSP USA, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy, has advanced its commitment to help organizations become Future Ready® with the release of an essential book that explores how organizations can rethink their climate mitigation and resilience practices for greater impact.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 5, 2024

London, UK – CIBSE has launched a groundbreaking initiative titled Building Performance Reimagined , a visionary project aimed at transforming the landscape of building engineering and sustainability. Readiness: Enhancing building services to anticipate and mitigate risks, ensuring resilience against unforeseen threats.

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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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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.

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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.

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Stok

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

How can we build a sustainable future, and what specific role do corporate real estate practitioners have in driving progress? CoreNet Global Northern California Chapter’s February 2021 meeting dives into the timely topic of resiliency.

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