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DfMA Approach to Mass Timber Design: Engineering a Greener Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

By: Ricardo Brites , Director of Engineering & VDC at Mercer Mass Timber Imagine your projects being more precise, efficient, and sustainable? The construction industry is grappling with growing demands for environmental responsibility and project efficiency. Its the engineers toolkit for smarter, more sustainable structures.

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New One Undershaft tower plan as tall as the Shard

Construction Enquirer

More ambitious plans to build a tower matching the height of the Shard in the City of London have gone out to consultation. Singapore developer Perennial Group and development manager Stanhope are planning to submit revised plans for the One Undershaft site in the City of London. WSP is acting as multi-service engineer.

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Green light for tallest tower in Birmingham

Construction Enquirer

A net zero carbon building is one that is highly energy efficient and fully powered from on-site and/or off-site renewable energy sources. I would like to thank the planning committee, our team and everyone else that has supported this scheme. “We

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Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Lessons From The New American Home 2023

The Pro Builder

The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners.

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ESFM USA® wins sustainability award from International Facility Management Association for impact of energy management solutions on carbon footprint

Civil + Structural Engineer

ESFM’s self-performed energy optimization projects helped an international medical device and equipment manufacturing client reach its global carbon emission goal one year early Charlotte, NC – ESFM won the 2023 Sheila Sheridan Award for Sustainable Facility Operations and Management from the International Facility Management Association (IFMA).

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'Trade Secret' Startup Builds Modular Homes out of Ceramic

The Pro Builder

Trade Secret' Startup Builds Modular Homes out of Ceramic qpurcell Thu, 06/29/2023 - 09:28 A startup called Vantem constructs modular, factory-built homes that are energy efficient and affordable and can withstand extreme weather. And the killer difference is the energy efficiency,” Anderson says.

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Prefab ADUs: A Rising Trend in Affordable Housing and Off-Site Construction Solutions

The Pro Builder

Fortunately, the implementation of off-site construction practices is one approach that can help solve these challenges. One off-site construction trend that has seen a significant rise in popularity is the production and use of prefabricated accessory dwelling units (ADUs). What Are Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)?