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Top Sustainable Design Trends in the Commercial Sector

CCR Magazine

The use of renewable materials is also gaining momentum, reducing waste and improving building performance. Businesses are increasingly opting for solar panels, green roofs, and energy-efficient systems, which help lower costs, reduce carbon emissions, and create eco-friendly, functional spaces.

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10 Effective Ways to Reduce Commercial Energy Consumption on Construction Sites

UK Construction Blog

The post 10 Effective Ways to Reduce Commercial Energy Consumption on Construction Sites appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Operational costs increase because construction remains among the biggest energy-consuming industries worldwide.

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Solving Environmental Challenges with Innovative Engineering

CCR Magazine

Rethinking Energy Consumption: Designing for Efficiency One of the most significant environmental challenges we face is reducing our reliance on fossil fuels and transitioning to cleaner energy sources.

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Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Lessons From The New American Home 2023

The Pro Builder

The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners.

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Biodiversity and Development: How to Build Without Destroying Ecosystems

CCR Magazine

The world’s ecosystems function as complex systems where every species plays an essential role that upholds environmental health and stability. Development that protects and values biodiversity can be achieved through renewable resources combined with green building methods and community involvement.

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Seattle sports arena achieves historic zero-carbon milestone

Construction Specifier

This certification is awarded to buildings that demonstrate exceptional energy efficiency and significant reductions in carbon footprint while offsetting the remaining embodied carbon and energy use through high-impact offset programs. A nighttime view of the building’s facade. Photo by David Conger/courtesy Climate Pledge Arena.

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Former munitions plant reimagined as net-zero federal workplace

BDC Network

Once open, the building will be operated by 100% renewable energy and serve as a zero emissions structure. Moreover, Building 48 seeks to achieve all these goals with standard systems essentially available to everyone.