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2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement: Environmental/Sustainability

Civil + Structural Engineer

The park expands Arlington County’s ability to meet Chesapeake Bay Watershed regulations while cultivating native plants and providing new boardwalk areas and fresh interpretive designs.

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

Civil + Structural Engineer

The building’s strategic design includes a 35 percent targeted reduction in potable water use through efficient fixtures and equipment, a 25 percent targeted reduction in energy costs with a focus on thermal performance and optimal heating, and a 360-panel floating solar array to name a few.

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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

Levelset

In construction, environmental regulations generally focus on stormwater, waste disposal, hazardous waste handling, and air quality. Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). However, certain jobsites may fall under EPCRA regulations. Clean Air Act (CAA) regulates air emissions from stationary and mobile sources.

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20 construction industry trends to watch in 2020

Building Radar

ERP and CRM systems: How to make better use of data resources 3. BIM: Solving problems proactively and reducing costs 7. Take-off: during planning, controlling and commercialization – with drones 10. The critical side of the boom: rising construction costs 17. Building planning: digital for optimized workflow 2.

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Federal Real Property Regulations (FAR / FMR)

Building Information Management

Federal Management Regulation – FMR, For Real Property. Occupants of facilities under the custody and control of Federal agencies must—. (a) Carpool” means a group of two or more people regularly using a motor vehicle for transportation to and from work on a continuing basis. DEFINITIONS.

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Federal Real Property Regulations (FAR / FMR)

Building Information Management

Federal Management Regulation – FMR, For Real Property. Occupants of facilities under the custody and control of Federal agencies must—. (a) Carpool” means a group of two or more people regularly using a motor vehicle for transportation to and from work on a continuing basis. DEFINITIONS.

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Dan Diebolt Bosa: Exploring Innovations in Urban Energy Solutions

Construction Daily News

Notable developments include mixed-use properties that integrate residential and commercial spaces. This includes the development of office buildings, retail spaces, and mixed-use properties. The following sections detail his approach to planning and execution, as well as the supervision and quality control processes employed.