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US cities sharpen focus on building performance standards to meet net-zero goals

Construction Dive

Over 40 cities will have these standards in place by 2026, compelling building owners to prioritize energy efficiency and emissions reduction measures, according to a report from JLL.

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Public Comment Period Opens for National Green Building Standard Updates

The Pro Builder

As an ANSI-approved standard, the NGBS is subject to periodic review and updates in light of advances in building codes, technologies, and other developments. Find out more Codes + Standards Green Projects Resilient Construction Energy Efficiency Codes + Standards Anyone interested is eligible to submit comments.

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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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Public Comment Period Open for the 2024 National Green Building Standard Update

The Pro Builder

The 45-day public comment period for Draft 3 of the 2024 National Green Building Standard (NGBS) is now open and will close on Nov. The latest draft includes updates to align with newer building codes and introduces new compliance options for existing structures and buildings in tropical climates.

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The US has no BIM mandate. Does it matter?

Construction Dive

While many countries require the use of building information modeling for some projects, the AEC industry in the United States relies on a non-mandatory standard.

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Construction starts ‘likely to erode,’ economist says

Construction Dive

Building activity remains high for now, despite increased concerns around the economy and tightened lending standards, per Dodge Construction Network.

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Leading industry organisations launch new UK standard for zero carbon buildings

New Civil Engineer

A new technical standard developed by leading industry organisations that is intended to help UK construction achieve net zero carbon buildings has been launched. The post Leading industry organisations launch new UK standard for zero carbon buildings appeared first on New Civil Engineer.