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Rooftop stormwater management technologies climate change adaptation and resilience

Construction Specifier

Scientists predict extreme weather events will become more intense and more frequent with climate change. Urban centers have high concentrations of impervious areas and outdated sewer infrastructures, which post a challenge in managing stormwater during extreme rainstorms. of rain over 24 hours in Sacramento and 102 mm (4 in.)

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Rooftop stormwater management technologies climate change adaptation and resilience

Construction Specifier

Scientists predict extreme weather events will become more intense and more frequent with climate change. Urban centers have high concentrations of impervious areas and outdated sewer infrastructures, which post a challenge in managing stormwater during extreme rainstorms. of rain over 24 hours in Sacramento and 102 mm (4 in.).

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Under Water?

Civil + Structural Engineer

Climate Change Imperils Some Wastewater Treatment Plants – And Their Workers By Thomas Renner Climate change is being felt all around the world, even in some areas that escape attention. Falls are common at water treatment plants, and plants struggling to adjust to climate change are even more perilous.

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Phases of Commercial Real Estate Development

Construction Marketing

This includes analyzing factors such as zoning regulations, transportation access, and market demand. You can find land on commercial real estate marketplaces. For example, if you want to develop a piece of commercial land in Dallas , you can view multiple properties online. You must secure financing for the project.

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Will Summer Bring Energy Efficiency Challenges This Year?

Construction Daily News

Many construction industry professionals are anticipating 2024 climate change and how it will affect the sector. Naturally, those events raise questions about what the future will entail. Last year, climate change brought forth extreme heat waves, drought and wildfires in multiple states.

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Top 5 Mistakes Contractors Make during the Prequalification Process and How to Fix Them

Safety Services Company

Prioritizing safety and compliance is a critical step that helps contractors land more jobs. As a pro tip, assign prequalification preparation tasks across a team or use Safety Services Company to free yourself up while never missing a single step. You may also want to consider getting Mental Health First Aid certification.

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Construction Law 101: Essential for Builders and Renovators

CCR Magazine

We’ll cover the basics you need to know, from contracts and permits to safety regulations and dispute handling. These are required by law to ensure that the work meets local building standards and regulations. Zoning laws dictate how land can be used in different areas, such as residential, commercial, or industrial zones.