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AUGUST 21, 2023

Public Comment Period Opens for 2024 National Green Building Standard Update ibush Mon, 08/21/2023 - 06:30 The 45-day public comment period opened Aug. Public Comment Period Opens for 2024 National Green Building Standard Update ibush Mon, 08/21/2023 - 06:30 The 45-day public comment period opened Aug.

Green Building 130

Green Building Building Standards Building Code Compliance Building Codes 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

These new capabilities will provide holistic and tactical support to help teams prioritize tasks, assess tradeoffs, build on intuition, and validate assumptions so choices made are more informed. Sheets are accessible to teams in the office and field for larger multi-building projects.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 263

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Sustainability Project Management Construction Management 263

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

10 Energy-Efficient Products for a More Sustainable Home ldeakins Thu, 09/21/2023 - 07:00 Not only can energy-efficient home products save homeowners extra cash each month by lowering utility bills, but according to a 2022 report from the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy , they can also improve a home's resale value.

Energy Efficiency 246

Energy Efficiency HVAC System Installation Sustainability HVAC Systems 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 18, 2024

By: Ricardo Brites , Director of Engineering & VDC at Mercer Mass Timber Imagine your projects being more precise, efficient, and sustainable? Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) is leading the way in modern building design, reshaping how we build, especially when it comes to mass timber.

Engineering 208

Engineering Prefabrication Building Materials Manufacturing Steel Fabrication 208

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 8, 2023

The Wisdome Stockholm building encompasses a wooden architectural design creating an arched-shaped room of 1,325 square meters. Stora Enso has been the main partner and delivered sustainable wooden construction materials for the project.

Architecture 246

Architecture Material Storage Building Materials Sustainability 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 1, 2023

Along with this recognition is progress from within to adopt new standards, practices, and materials that will lessen the construction industry’s impact on the environment. These regulations often require construction projects to meet specific environmental standards, such as energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Change Management Building Materials 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The new Thornton Facility will support high energy standards and contribute to reducing carbon impacts OSHAWA, ON – TSX, NYSE: STN Durham Region Transit (DRT) is planning a new bus storage, operation, maintenance, and service facility to support their growing transit operations and transition the fleet to zero emission buses (ZEBs).

Renewable Energy Systems 261

Renewable Energy Systems Electrical Systems Facility Management Energy Efficiency 261

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JANUARY 17, 2024

Department of Energy’s Building Technologies Office’s Advanced Building Construction (ABC) Initiative looks at the scale of action needed and the level of urgency required to reach climate goals that would bring all new and existing construction to net zero carbon. Read more Net Zero Sustainability Net Zero climate zones.

Building Standards 246

Building Standards Mapping Zoning Building Design 246

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OCTOBER 28, 2023

At the same time, the construction industry is contending with its own set of challenges regarding workforce availability, jobsite safety, building quality, lack of materials, and building sustainability. Additionally, building in a controlled setting can reduce material waste, providing both environmental and cost benefits.

Building Codes 290

Building Codes Modular Construction Site Planning Prefabrication 290

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

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Energy Conservation Curing Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 25, 2023

NEW YORK – The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) has announced the establishment of its Committee on Sustainability , comprising 11 experts from a variety of industry sectors, research disciplines and policy experience appointed by the ASME Board of Governors to help accelerate the Society’s response to climate change.

Sustainability 147

Sustainability Change Management Engineering Collaboration 147

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 19, 2023

Prudence Ferreira, a recognized passive buildings expert, has joined Thornton Tomasetti’s Sustainability practice as a vice president. Based in the Portland, Maine, office , Prudence will be heading up the firm’s passive buildings consulting team. She joins the firm from BR+A Consulting Engineers.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Building Standards Building Design Engineering 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 29, 2023

(San Francisco, June 6, 2023) – Kaynemaile , a leading global designer and manufacturer of architectural mesh for commercial, residential, and public buildings, today announces a major shift from fossil-based raw materials to biomass content. We look forward to seeing RE8 from Kaynemaile on buildings and in spaces around the world.”

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Architecture 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 12, 2023

Kaynemaile , a leading global designer and manufacturer of architectural mesh for commercial, residential, and public buildings, today announces a major shift from fossil-based raw materials to biomass content. We look forward to seeing RE8 from Kaynemaile on buildings and in spaces around the world.”

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Architecture 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The Port of Virginia, along with numerous other American ports, is actively pursuing ambitious sustainability goals. The Port of Virginia’s Sustainability Commitment The Port of Virginia’s commitment to sustainability is underscored by its ambitious goal to become NetZero by 2040.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Infrastructure Development 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 29, 2023

SHENZHEN, China, June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the semiconductor industry continues to grow, the need for sustainable practices within the supply chain becomes increasingly critical. Understanding the importance of sustainable development, WIN SOURCE has strengthened its construction processes.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Energy Efficiency Communication Green Building 130

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

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JANUARY 2, 2024

Their collaboration enables homeowners or builders to select from Hereabout’s list of preexisting, ready-to-use design plans, then build the home using B.PUBLIC’s prefab floor, roof, and wall panels. Hereabout’s plans also provide sustainability suggestions for various components, such as the paint and windows.

Building Performance Measurement 264

Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Modular Construction Building Codes 264

Construction Enquirer

MAY 23, 2023

Developer MEPC has given Sir Robert McAlpine the green light to start phase 2 office building at the £1.2bn Paradise Birmingham scheme. The start signals growing confidence around demand for top grade office buildings in the city. Following site clearance, MPB Structures is preparing to start foundations for McAlpine. ”

Green Building 238

Green Building Schedule Management Building Standards Site Planning 238

Construction Enquirer

MAY 25, 2023

The development plans which include Camden building 135 council homes will be anchored on receipts from the development of private flats and office space for companies in life sciences and technology sectors, principally at Cedar Way.

Site Planning 280

Site Planning Building Standards Collaboration Sustainability 280

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

In line with the company’s long-standing dedication to sustainability, Naviate Zero is an innovative Autodesk Revit add-on set that empowers designers and engineers to calculate emissions, make informed, eco-conscious decisions directly within the Revit platform and use the data in full lifecycle assessments.

Environmental Impact Assessment 100

Environmental Impact Assessment Green Building Building Design Sustainability 100

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 30, 2023

New Sydney icon wins unprecedented seven awards, demonstrates importance of structure renewal to mitigate climate change Chicago (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) announced the winner of its annual award for best tall building worldwide: Quay Quarter Tower , in Sydney.

Renewable Energy Systems 264

Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Building Performance Measurement Real Estate Development 264

Roads Online

AUGUST 19, 2024

SAMI, John Holland and State Asphalts NSW worked together to reach a sustainable outcome for major construction works. SAMI Bitumen Technologies and State Asphalts NSW are supporting John Holland to trial a new sustainable asphalt on a major project in south-west Sydney. Image: State Asphalts.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Infrastructure Development Building Materials Project Management 105

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AUGUST 23, 2023

EEBA Launches New Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation qpurcell Wed, 08/23/2023 - 09:54 The Energy & Environmental Building Alliance (EEBA) Academy has released a new training course for those interested in pursuing a Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation.

Building Design 245

Building Design Building Materials Energy Efficiency Building Codes 245

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APRIL 18, 2024

The show home features cutting-edge technologies, the latest in building science principles and best practices, and offers a real-world glimpse into the future of residential building to a higher standard. Though it was no easy task, this year’s build followed a proven process that can be applied to any home at any price point.

Renewable Energy Systems 243

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Wall Systems 243

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 17, 2023

Sustainability. Meeting the Challenge of Concrete Durability How do MCI ® -2005, concrete durability, and sustainability fit together? Since cement, a main component of concrete, is blamed for as much as 8% of global CO2 emissions , this reduction could have significant implications for sustainability.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Structural Systems Building Materials 130

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.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Building Commissioning Project Management Consulting 105

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

Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 1, 2024

Material Longevity : Proper upkeep of building materials (e.g., Sustainable Practices : Incorporating sustainable maintenance practices, such as using eco-friendly cleaning products and materials, can further reduce the environmental footprint. LEED) is facilitated by a robust preventive maintenance program.

Maintenance 87

Maintenance Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation 87

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MAY 29, 2024

Black Buffalo 3D-printed home building process. Only requiring four people to set up the Printer, the NEXCON was designed to undertake a variety of types of builds, from smaller format homes to completely customizable homes, industrial buildings, and retail structures. Why is ICC-ES certification important?

Building Code Compliance 261

Building Code Compliance Building Codes Wall Systems Structural Systems 261

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OCTOBER 25, 2023

Thermal bridging can be a major source of energy loss in buildings. Thermal bridges are essentially areas in the building envelope that allow heat to pass through more easily and occur where materials that are better conductors of heat form a "bridge" between the inner and outer face of the construction.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems HVAC System Installation Sustainability 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 27, 2023

ASCEND is the world’s premier outcomes-focused, interdisciplinary space event designed to accelerate building our off-world future. The multifaceted program at 2023 ASCEND is going to deliver an action-packed experience for the community that will help forge a sustainable off-world future for all.” RESTON, Va.,

Collaboration 130

Collaboration Sustainability Schedule Management Risk Management 130

Construction Enquirer

JUNE 14, 2023

Mace is calling on the government to adopt a “retrofit first” strategy in planning policy in a bid to stop so many old building being demolished. The report notes that demolition may be the best decision for a building, such as when the existing building was poorly designed or if it did not meet modern building safety standards.

Safety Regulations 243

Safety Regulations Building Standards Building Design Building Materials 243

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MAY 11, 2023

Modular companies across the globe are tackling ways to cut down on building costs, provide a viable solution to the shortage of talent/labor, and maintain housing affordability. The Home Design category spans a number of building systems, including log, timber, panelized and modular.

Modular Construction 246

Modular Construction Building Materials Manufacturing Building Codes Building Design 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 1, 2024

To achieve this goal, the company which builds sustainable underground water storage systems, was considering two options: hiring as many as 20 more engineers or implementing technology to operate more efficiently and generate long-term cost savings. WireCrafters adopted standardized engineering tools for fast and flexible 3D design.

Building Automation 264

Building Automation Foundation Systems Collaboration Building Standards 264

Roads Online

OCTOBER 21, 2024

ArmorZone temporary road barriers are now as sustainable as ever, with recycled plastic implemented within its design. The ArmorZone temporary barrier is not only more sustainable than conventional road barriers, but it’s proven to outperform and outlive conventional designs. Images: Ingal Civil. To read the magazine, click here.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Building Products Distribution Building Materials Manufacturing Controls Manufacturing 105

Construction Enquirer

JUNE 4, 2023

Student campus developer and operator UPP has teamed up with sustainable architecture specialist Architype to develop greener student accommodation for universities. Architype will act as lead architect on the EnerPHit standard retrofit element as well as Passivhaus designer across the whole project.

Sustainability 178

Sustainability Building Standards Collaboration Building Design 178