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CONDITION SURVEY ENHANCES SUSTAINABILITY OF HISTORIC LONDON PROPERTY

Civil + Structural Engineer

PROTECTING unique architectural elements, one of London’s Grade II listed buildings has undergone a condition and sustainability survey to preserve its 140-year-old heritage. Following the survey, Pick Everard grouped the recommended remediations into projects that can be delivered while the tenancy is empty to ensure minimal disruption.

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Study Shows More Home Builders Adopting Green Building Practices, Products

The Pro Builder

are increasingly adopting sustainable building products and practices that conserve water, energy, and materials. For the first time since the study's inception in 2006, the survey also asked respondents about specific practices that increase home resilience in the face of more severe weather events.

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Which Green Building Practices Are Home Builders Using Most?

The Pro Builder

ibush Wed, 04/17/2024 - 10:16 A recent report reveals which green-building practices are most popular among single-family home builders and remodelers A recent survey of 250 single-family home builders and remodelers by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) looked at current green building practices and their adoption rates.

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Energy Savings from Heat Exchanger Assessments & Repairs

CCR Magazine

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.

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Uptime Institute Survey Reveals Trends in Data-Center Energy Conservation

ENR Construction

82% of survey respondents say saving energy is about saving cash.

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Secrets of Environmental Permitting Solar Farms

Civil + Structural Engineer

There are lessons learned, hints discovered, and tips earned through permitting and compliance for tens of thousands of acres of solar energy facilities. Solar power has emerged as a frontrunner in the pursuit of sustainable energy. These projects often require substantial water resources for dust control during construction.

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Atwell expands environmental capabilities in Florida with acquisition of Dexter Bender & Associates

Civil + Structural Engineer

Fish and Wildlife Service, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to help clients meet their project goals. Army Corps of Engineers, various Florida Water Management Districts, the National Marine Fisheries Service, the U.S.