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Secrets of Environmental Permitting Solar Farms

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Ken MacDonald, Regional Director of Environmental Permitting and Compliance with UES First, a secret is only a secret if one doesn’t know it. There are lessons learned, hints discovered, and tips earned through permitting and compliance for tens of thousands of acres of solar energy facilities. How do we mitigate those effects?

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Sustainability and Preventive Maintenance = Environmental Stewardship

Job Order Contracting

Upgrades and Replacements : Regular inspections can identify opportunities for upgrading to more energy-efficient models or implementing energy-saving technologies. Upgrades and Replacements : Regular inspections can identify opportunities for upgrading to more energy-efficient models or implementing energy-saving technologies.

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Navigating Environmental Regulations in Construction: Compliance and Best Practices

Building Radar

Environmental regulations in the construction industry are designed to minimize the impact of construction activities on the environment. These regulations address various aspects of construction, from waste management and air quality control to water conservation and the use of sustainable materials.

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Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint

BDC Network

Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint 1 kcichowicz Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:59 Facility condition assessments provide powerful insight into your buildings and offer an ideal vehicle to advance resiliency and decarbonization goals. A facility owner and management team are pivotal in this transition.

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Understanding Consumer Behavior: What Homebuyers Really Want

CCR Magazine

Location and Community Impact Communities shape lifestyle choices and daily experiences for homeowners. Neighborhood character, school quality, and local amenities significantly influence property selection. Smart home technology integration and energy-efficient features rank high on buyers’ must-have lists.

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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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The Future of Energy Efficiency: The Role of Thermal Insulation in Modern Homes

UK Construction Blog

The post The Future of Energy Efficiency: The Role of Thermal Insulation in Modern Homes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In the quest for sustainability, modern homes have become sanctuaries of energy conservation. Central to this transformation is the strategic application of thermal insulation.