CCR Magazine

JANUARY 1, 2025

For example, at Northlake Commons, the utilization of mass timber estimates 1,990 metric tons of avoided CO2e (carbon dioxide equivalent) emissions, with a total carbon benefit of 2,920 metric tons; this is equivalent to removing 558 cars from the road or to the energy required to operate 249 homes for an entire year.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Structural Systems 52

In Eight

APRIL 6, 2023

As an owner, the responsibility to pay for changes in estimated costs depends largely on the terms of the individual contract that was awarded. How many in our industry have prepared estimates with costs that shot up far beyond predictions without much advance notice? And how far off were those estimates when the project was completed?

Estimating 52

Estimating Energy Conservation Budgeting Material Handling 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Here are key indicators: Visible sagging or deformation Interior water stains Sudden energy bill increases Granules in gutters Daylight visible through roof boards During the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season the United States experienced five hurricanes making landfall which produced estimated damages of $25.5 billion to $68.5

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Environmental Impact Assessment Roofing Systems Structural Systems 52

Stok

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

energy consumption, use nearly 14% of all potable water, and create over 500 million tons of waste annually in the U.S. Traditionally, the business case for HPBs cites energy savings and increased asset value as the most appealing incentives. The Hidden High Performance Building Value Driver: People.

Real Estate Development 96

Real Estate Development Energy Conservation Building Materials Manufacturing Building Design 96

BDC Network

JUNE 7, 2024

s legacy has extended for more than 100 years since his presidency, TRPL seeks to establish the next century of conservation by focusing on circularity and carbon-positive action that gives back, resulting in making more than is consumed rather than only taking resources. s conservation legacy. rose from the Badlands of Medora.

Energy Conservation 90

Energy Conservation Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement Building Materials 90

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

This project would go on to be one of the largest renewable energy projects in the state to date, encompassing an area of 241.5 +/- acres and presenting a variety of environmental and civil challenges. Environmentally, Exploration Green, of the 153 acres of natural habitat, 14 acres is dedicated wetlands.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Engineering Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation 130

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 4, 2020

The National Ready-mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) estimates 3-5% of ready-mix concrete deliveries in the U.S. Using these advanced data tools conserves materials by delivering concrete that consistently meets specifications, thereby avoiding rejected loads. Energy efficient solutions. Energy facilities.

Energy Conservation 78

Energy Conservation Building Automation Energy Efficiency Building Materials 78

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

Their use supports the circular economy, reduces strain on supply chains and conserves finite resources. The collapse of the I-95 bridge in Philadelphia in June 2023 disrupted travel for an estimated 160,000 drivers per day , including 14,000 commercial trucks. is an estimated $125 billion.

Building Resilience 130

Building Resilience Disaster Preparedness Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 130

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 22, 2022

In the Netherlands, it’s estimated that 850,000 extra houses will be needed by 2035. 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.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency 98

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2025

Heat exchangers are used to transfer thermal energy from one type of liquid or steam source to another kind of liquid source at a wide range of facilities. Whether heating a space or some type of fluid in a manufacturing process, using leftover heat is an energy efficient way to preheat another system.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency Building Performance Measurement Cost Control 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 9, 2024

In today’s construction news, read about the residential, energy, and utilities sectors, which are the primary focus of Labour’s manifesto, which aims to stimulate the UK’s construction output. This sidelines housing while giving energy construction stakeholders attractive domestic chances. in 2010 to 99.24

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Building Materials Building Codes Building Standards 52

Building Information Management

MARCH 28, 2012

The DOD’s energy bill is approximately $4 billion annually—roughly 10 percent of what DoD spends to maintain its installation infrastructure ($40 billion). Additionally facility energy represents nearly 40 percent of DOD greenhouse gas emissions. Full Testimony. Full Testimony.

Energy Efficiency 45

Energy Efficiency Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Energy Conservation Facility Management 45

Stok

AUGUST 28, 2019

This directly translates to building energy codes. In the United States, American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning (ASHRAE) and International Code Council (ICC) primarily lead the efforts to develop energy codes, with help from the U.S. And, the result of this baseline?

Building Code Compliance 70

Building Code Compliance Building Codes Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 70

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 31, 2022

It is estimated that Americans currently spend more than $200 billion annually on energy bills. Globally, buildings and the building construction sector are responsible for over one-third of total global energy consumption and nearly 40 percent of total direct and indirect CO 2 emissions. Two-way tapered insulation system.

Energy Efficiency 102

Energy Efficiency Roofing Systems Wall Systems Building Code Compliance 102

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

The development of novel materials and reef design is aimed at enabling the use of low-cost, interlocking reef modules that are adaptable to different conditions and can be arranged to minimize any wave energy reaching the shoreline.

Engineering 130

Engineering Permits Project Management Energy Conservation 130

Building Information Management

JANUARY 6, 2015

The retrofit market for small commercial buildings is conservatively estimated at $35.6 A market this size would create an estimated 424,000 jobs of full-time employment and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 87 million metric tons a year. commercial building stock, are a largely untapped source for significant energy savings.

Energy Conservation 40

Energy Conservation Contracts Building Resilience Sustainability 40

CivilJungle

DECEMBER 25, 2021

Civil Engineering Estimation One of the most popular types of construction ever since its commencement is asphalt paving. Using asphalt accoutrements in road construction and conservation can lessen the benefits for all road druggies and the terrain. Perpetual pavement is cooperative conservation and restorative care.

Concrete Pouring 98

Concrete Pouring Painting/finishing Structural Systems Energy Conservation 98

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 6, 2024

This allows for more accurate billing, efficient energy use, and immediate detection of problems such as leaks or outages. This enables them to allocate and manage resources more efficiently, leading to significant cost reductions and enhanced energy distribution, optimizing the overall grid performance.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Electrical Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 29, 2024

Zero-energy building, a notable trend in this area, focuses on minimizing the use of conventional energy by incorporating technologies such as solar panels, Low-Emissivity (low-E) coatings, and intelligent interiors. Replacing gas-powered tools and vehicles with electric alternatives significantly cuts down on emissions.

Renewable Energy Systems 64

Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency 64

Construction Specifier

MAY 30, 2023

The building’s stepped facade helps it conform to contextual scale and attain energy and water conservation, as well as occupant health and wellness. The building is slated to consume one-third of the amount of energy of a benchmark project of comparable size. Additionally, Thornton Tomasetti provided energy modeling.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Roofing Systems Building Codes Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 30, 2023

The building’s stepped facade helps it conform to contextual scale and attain energy and water conservation, as well as occupant health and wellness. The building is slated to consume one-third of the amount of energy of a benchmark project of comparable size. Additionally, Thornton Tomasetti provided energy modeling.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Roofing Systems Building Codes Energy Efficiency 52

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 7, 2018

Energy savings. Estimating energy savings. Energy savings. study by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) found that reducing air infiltration with a continuous air barrier reduced energy usage by up to 36%. Is it possible to create a building with a net energy consumption of zero ?

Building Code Compliance 60

Building Code Compliance Environmental Impact Assessment Building Codes Building Standards 60

Safety Services Company

APRIL 26, 2013

Production of viable fuels from bituminous sands faces scrutiny from environmentalists because of its intense use of land, water and energy resources. The Alberta Energy Resources Conservation Board estimates tar sands in the province hold nearly 170 billion barrels of recoverable natural bitumen reserves.

Energy Conservation 48

Energy Conservation Environmental Consulting Site Planning Mapping 48

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The two models make this collection the HVAC industry’s quietest high performance air curtains for protecting open doorways in hotels, retail, restaurants, healthcare and other market applications where thermal comfort, aesthetics, and energy savings are valued.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation HVAC System Installation Controls Manufacturing Architecture 52

Business Facilities

MARCH 27, 2014

In the March/April issue of Business Facilities , we give you a grand tour of the Energy Revolution that’s sweeping across the U.S., There were so many tangible new energy developments to report, we didn’t have the space to speculate in print on breakthroughs that may be just over the horizon–or in this case, under it.

Renewable Energy Systems 46

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation Electrical Systems Estimating 46

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Optimizing indoor air quality strategy and energy efficiency are important, but often competing, goals for energy and facility professionals. Conversely, minimizing outdoor air tends to improve energy performance for the same reasons, but the minimum amount must be maintained by code and to protect health of occupants.

Fire Protection Systems 52

Fire Protection Systems Quality Control Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

Natural Building

JULY 22, 2008

The new California Green Buildings Standards Code requires builders to reduce energy use by 15 to 30 percent beyond current standards and use more recycled materials. of total materials value, based on estimated cost. Some of the code will be mandatory, while other parts are just suggested.

Green Building 40

Green Building Sustainability Architecture Building Codes 40

PN - Project Management

MAY 16, 2022

With rising energy costs, it is an effective passive technique to capitalize on natural energy while maintaining thermal comfort. For instances where kerb appeal and lot dimensions hinder your builder's ability to orient your space, you can still achieve efficiency by employing energy-saving features, insulation, and cool roofs.

Green Building 52

Green Building Building Design HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 25, 2025

On one side, there’s a surge in demand thanks to government projects for new homes and upgrading buildings to be more energy-efficient. Challenges Ahead in the UK Construction Industry New home builds and energy-efficient retrofits are driving a thriving UK construction industry.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Building Materials Manufacturing Building Performance Measurement Energy Efficiency 52

BDC Network

JULY 17, 2024

Mobile Apps: My unofficial estimate is that 99.99999% of today’s coworking users carry a smartphone with them at all times. They help optimize resource use, cut down on waste, and save energy. By adopting energy-efficient systems, coworking operators can lower their utility bills and reduce their carbon footprint.

Sustainability 59

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Green Building 59

Bylt News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

percent more than the revised June estimate of $1,533.7 percent higher than the revised June estimate of $866.8 percent higher than the revised June estimate of $666.9 percent lower than the revised June estimate of $425.2 percent higher than the revised June estimate of $89.7 billion, 1.4 billion, 0.5 billion, 0.1

Lean Construction 52

Lean Construction Real Estate Development Energy Conservation Estimating 52

Construction Daily News

MAY 28, 2024

Any construction professional who has been in charge of estimating or tracking a project’s costs in the past years has lost sleep due to material price volatility. Fluctuating energy prices were primarily responsible for the eye-watering inflation rate in 2022. Inflation has contributed to material price surges as well.

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Modular Construction Steel Fabrication 52

Building Information Management

MARCH 19, 2014

Compliance for buildings and their sites to be designed on an outcome basis shall be determined by actual measurement of all the energy being used once the building and the energy using elements associated with the building site are in full operation in accordance with Equation 6?3. Actual energy use intensity (EUIa).

Building Code Compliance 40

Building Code Compliance Renewable Energy Systems Building Codes Energy Conservation 40

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

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. ladder truck, fire engine and ambulance.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

CCR Magazine

JULY 2, 2023

Additionally, this step will reveal insights into material quantities enabling precise estimation of recycling containers needed as well as helping to avoid over-ordering materials. Segregate Waste On-Site To optimize recycling rates during renovations, it is crucial to establish a clear system for segregating waste at source.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Environmental Impact Assessment Material Handling Energy Conservation 52

BDC Network

JULY 18, 2024

Tariq Amlani, Cyrus Jeejeebhoy, and Elmira Reisi Healthcare Facilities Hospital Design Trends Designers Engineers Energy Energy-Efficient Design Sustainable Design and Construction There’s a new conversation happening in healthcare today. Grid quality Some clients assume that electrification means accessing clean energy.

Electrical Systems 59

Electrical Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Building Design 59

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 20, 2024

These programs teach sustainable construction methods, energy efficiency, and resource conservation, preparing graduates to lead in the creation of eco-friendly buildings. Internships and hands-on experience are also critical, providing practical insights and networking opportunities that are invaluable in the construction industry.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Land Use Regulations Project Management Green Building 52