Construction Enquirer

MAY 21, 2023

Over 1,000 school building improvement projects will receive the green light today as part of plans to boost the condition of the school estate. In total 859 academies, sixth-form colleges and voluntary aided schools will receive a share of the £456m Condition Improvement Fund to refurbish and repair dilapidated school buildings.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

by Mary Scott Nabers Public officials at the local government level are initiating large, innovative, and forward-thinking projects aimed at enhancing economic prosperity in various regions of the country over the next few decades. Steel South Works site. The work will also be designed to help with flood mitigation efforts.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 7, 2024

17, 1994, John Cauthen and I wandered into our spacious 408 square foot office in the Cavalier Building with some Diet Coke and paper towels and started working on getting a land line set up. By the end of the year, we had 69 clients,” said Barge. “It

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Joint-venture team breaks ground on landmark 74,000 square feet city hall building for the City of Brookhaven ATLANTA — McCarthy + Barnsley, A Joint Venture, today announced the launch of construction on Brookhaven City Hall, a mass-timber project that will serve the community of Brookhaven, Georgia near Atlanta.

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Roads Online

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The use of electric-powered machinery has become a crucial part of the construction industrys green transformation as it struggles with the requirement to lower its carbon footprint and increase energy efficiency. This is particularly crucial in areas where governments are increasingly enforcing stricter environmental standards.

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OmTrak

JANUARY 14, 2025

Champion Validated Data What wed like to see : Building a transparent data environment where validated information drives decision-making. Enhance Project Governance for Commissioning and Handover What wed like to see : Establishing stricter governance frameworks to facilitate smooth transitions during commissioning and handover.

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BD+C

JUNE 29, 2018

Building well-being design is essential in mega-cities like Shanghai, where dense urban environments challenge the way we work and achieve healthy lifestyles. China’s need for new office buildings continues to increase year after year making it the world’s largest construction market.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2025

Governments all over the world are now promoting policies that incentivize green construction. For example, In the UK the government has now developed mandates that require developers to follow strict energy efficiency standards. These include installing rainwater harvesting, energy-efficient HVAC, and green roofing.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 31, 2024

The post Sustainable Building Practices: Integrating Green Technologies In Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Sustainable building practices are becoming increasingly important in the construction industry. Solar panels and wind turbines can significantly reduce a building’s reliance on fossil fuels.

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Construction Daily News

APRIL 3, 2025

Lynx is considering building its Southern Operations and Maintenance Facility on a 59-acre site in northern Osceola County. Consider energy-efficient building systems specifically calibrated for Florida’s demanding climate. Critics often frame green building practices as luxury add-ons that public agencies cannot afford.

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Natural Building

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

As businesses and developers strive to create eco-friendly buildings, utility systems play a pivotal role in reducing environmental impact and improving efficiency. The Importance of Sustainable Utilities in Commercial Construction Utilities like electricity, water, and gas are essential to the functionality of any commercial building.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

His work has contributed to award-winning projects for New York University Healthcare System, Mount Sinai Health System and other integrated health networks. Credentialed by the US Green Building Council as a LEED Accredited Professional, he brings advanced knowledge in green building technologies and techniques to his new position at Acela.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The pandemic has permanently changed how companies view office spaces, and there has been a shift towards more adaptable work environments. Co-working spaces, shared offices, and flexible lease agreements are becoming more popular as businesses look for ways to reduce long-term commitments and provide employees with greater flexibility.

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Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Image courtesy of the Queensland Government. The design has been completed, with construction given the green light to begin in 2025 for works to improve safety and congestion related issues presented by the Coopers Plains rail level crossing in Queensland. Image courtesy of the Queensland Government.

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Building Radar

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

The green building movement is revolutionizing the construction industry by promoting sustainable practices that reduce environmental impact and foster long-term growth. Learn more about how green buildings support sustainable development by exploring resources like PNNL and WorldGBC.

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Construction Law

APRIL 1, 2025

Editors comment Government slated for failures to advance post Grenfell remediation plans Editor Nick Barrett looks at the Pubic Accounts Committees report on the governments dilatory progress on post Grenfell Tower tragedy building safety. A fresh approach to drafting and risk allocation will be needed, they argue.

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Natural Building

AUGUST 17, 2006

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life.

Green Building 69

Green Building Architecture Sustainability Roofing Systems 69

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 16, 2025

Tools like Building Information Modeling (BIM) and project management software offer real-time collaboration across stakeholders, reducing the margin for error and streamlining workflow. Sustainable Building Practices Sustainability is no longer a luxury but a fundamental aspect of responsible construction.

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Natural Building

APRIL 12, 2012

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

The use of renewable materials is also gaining momentum, reducing waste and improving building performance. Businesses are increasingly opting for solar panels, green roofs, and energy-efficient systems, which help lower costs, reduce carbon emissions, and create eco-friendly, functional spaces.

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Natural Building

MARCH 9, 2010

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 13, 2024

A “Passive House” is a high-performance building standard developed by the Passive House Institute and is the only internationally recognized, performance-based energy standard in construction. LEED is the world’s most widely used green building rating system, and LEED Platinum is its highest certification.

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 26, 2012

In preparation for potential challenges, the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation has created a task force to defend Snyder’s action. Respondents work in the following principal types of companies: architecture (49 percent), construction (19 percent), real estate consulting (11 percent), among others.

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Natural Building

DECEMBER 27, 2010

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life.

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Masonry Green Building Architecture Sustainability 58

Natural Building

AUGUST 3, 2020

Previously, she worked as a planner, architect, and lawyer in San Francisco to gain insights into the impediments to sustainability. The following are her thoughts about green buildings and the rating systems that score them. However, that is what green building and rating tools do, by using selective accounting.

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Roads Online

AUGUST 7, 2024

Image courtesy of the Victorian Government. The level crossing at Parkers Road, Parkdale has been removed by building a rail bridge over the road. During a two-week closure the LXRP worked to connect the elevated rail bridge to the existing Frankston Line.

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Lifts Government Works Green Building Contracts 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

By Luke Carothers During the 1980s and 90s, Massachusetts and the federal government joined together on an unprecedented investment. The last of these planned transit projects was the extension of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Green Line. As a multidisciplinary firm, Arup gave the project a new set of eyes.

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Roads Online

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Images: Victorian Government. Related stories: Final designs revealed for Beaconsfield LXRP Early works begin for Lilydale level crossing removals Pedestrians and cyclists in Lilydale now have a safer way to cross the rail line, with the opening of the new Cave Hill Road underpass. Image courtesy of the Victorian Government.

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Roads Online

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Seven private sector peak bodies and three government departments have joined together to establish Infrastructure Net Zero, a new initiative that will co-ordinate, collaborate and report on the Australian infrastructure sector’s pathway to net zero.

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Natural Building

AUGUST 4, 2010

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life.

Green Building 45

Green Building Architecture Sustainability Building Performance Measurement 45

Roads Online

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The Western Australian Government has revealed that upgrade works on Lumsden Point in the Port of Port Hedland have reached an early construction milestone. The WA Government allocated $66.1 MGN Civil was awarded the contracts to build the east and west seawalls. The project is being funded in part by a $129.1

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

Traditional flood mitigation techniques involving concrete infrastructure have been deployed to handle excess rainwater and runoff to varying degrees of effect, but many experts believe the solution to these challenges lies not in concrete infrastructure but in green infrastructure.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 30, 2023

The South Korean government recognises this and as part of its Green New Deal, is aiming to generate over 20% of the country’s power with renewables by 2030. The high level of activity in the market is indicative of the scale of opportunity for South Korea due to its large amount of coastline and favourable wind conditions.

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Geotechnical Engineering Green Building Government Works Engineering 130

UK Construction Blog

MAY 13, 2023

The news comes as calls for the government to set targets to reduce the number of raw materials used in construction by a third – according to ThinkTank. There are numerous negative impacts on the environment that the government and environmental groups like Green Alliance are trying to eradicate.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The national Engineering & Public Works Roadshow celebrated Tampa, Florida’s MacDill 48 Park for its nature-based solution to frequent flooding events in the surrounding communities. Green infrastructure solutions help prevent debris, unwanted nutrients and oils from discharging into Hillsborough Bay. TAMPA, Fla. — ACEC Vice Chair.

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Rapport3

JANUARY 30, 2025

Rachel Reeves' Speech: What It Means for the UK AEC Industry and How Rapport3 Can Help On January 29, 2025, Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered a pivotal speech outlining the governments ambitious plans to boost economic growth, accelerate infrastructure projects, and reform planning regulations.

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