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Shifting Toward Sustainability: the Construction Industry  

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Luke Carothers As environmental and climate change concerns continue to grow, there is also a growing recognition of the impact that industries like construction have had on environmental issues. Within the bidding stage, sustainability initiatives can be viewed as a “long-term cost-saving tactic for the end user.”

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Retrofitting Europe’s Homes: How Digital Construction can Support Greener, Affordable Housing

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In other words, it’s better to work with what we have through retrofitting, than to start from scratch. In Scotland, a large number of tenement houses were built a century ago in the wake of the first world war, before energy efficiency was a consideration. Conservation, life quality and cost – the retrofitting balancing act.

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8 Easy Ways to Boost Workplace Sustainability

UK Construction Blog

Encourage an Energy Conscious Environment Start by promoting energy consciousness among your employees. Consider installing motion sensor lights in less frequently used areas to automatically conserve energy. Simple habits like these can significantly reduce your workplace’s energy consumption and carbon footprint.

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The role of infrastructure in community liveability

Roads Online

Yet despite having less to work with, regional councils are launching exciting, high-impact initiatives ranging from responsive design to futuristic eco-transport. How does investment in infrastructure in regional and remote areas impact community liveability, and what feedback are you receiving from residents about these changes?

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Sustainable Community Living Projects Design Guide

CCR Magazine

Key Highlights Architects play a crucial role in designing community living projects that prioritize both environmental and social sustainability. Sustainable design in these projects includes focusing on energy efficiency, renewable energy, water conservation, and green building materials.

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Construction’s Role in Building a Sustainable Future

CCR Magazine

Thus, this blog aims to discuss the positive role of construction in developing sustainable solutions, sharing innovations, new technologies that can be utilized to incorporate sustainable development into construction projects, as well as the general impact on society and the environment.

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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

Levelset

Construction activity is incredibly intensive work — creating the built environment is inherently disruptive to the natural environment. Environmental laws provide the backbone for permitting and reporting requirements on construction projects, while a wide variety of state and municipal laws impose even stricter rules.