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Carbon emission concerns are rapidly changing delivery requirements for construction projects

Civil + Structural Engineer

The proposed enhancements will expand the facility’s footprint, boost inspection capabilities, reorganize traffic flow through improved lane systems, enhance lighting, install canopy systems and ensure the provision of a secure detention area. The cost estimate is placed at between $90 million to100 million.

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D.R. Horton Buys 250,000 Grass-Made, Structural Panels from Plantd

The Pro Builder

Horton’s purchase of 250,000 Plantd panels will be used for wall sheathing and roof decking. Plantd estimates that its panels installed in every D.R. Part of the company’s mission is to develop an all-electric, automated, and inventive “factory of the future.” The company’s collaboration with D.R.

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Long-Term Maintenance Tips for Storm-Damaged Roofs

CCR Magazine

Does your roof display evidence of storm damage? Recent data indicates that residential roofs are suffering unprecedented hurricane damage which carries major implications for extended maintenance and repair costs. Homes with older roofs experienced higher susceptibility to storm damage because of their age. The good news?

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Navigating the UK’s 2025 Building Regs: What Contractors Need to Know

UK Construction Blog

Key Changes The regulations focus on several areas: Energy Efficiency : New homes must have better insulation and airtightness, potentially with lower U-values for walls, roofs, and windows. Heating Systems : Gas boilers will likely be banned, with a shift to low-carbon options like heat pumps. W/mK or lower.

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Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint

BDC Network

In fact, the International Energy Agency estimates that buildings are responsible for nearly 40 percent of global carbon dioxide emissions. The FCA can lead to a comprehensive plan in which various strategies can be applied to different facility systems. Smart control systems enable more precise and efficient energy management.

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Effective Marketing For Diverse Construction Job Categories

Construction Marketing

Engineers (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical) Civil engineers focus on the design and maintenance of infrastructure. Mechanical and electrical engineers work on systems within buildings, such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and electrical systems.

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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

Improving building enclosure performance While energy efficiency might initially suggest well-insulated walls and efficient HVAC systems, controlling air leakage can be just as critical. Uncontrolled air movement through penetrations in the building enclosure can increase energy costs as HVAC systems work harder to condition the air.