Construction Dive

AUGUST 27, 2024

The Coalition for Green Capital said it’s open for business and seeking to build a U.S. network of green banks that will mobilize capital for clean energy.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 17, 2024

Which Green Building Practices Are Home Builders Using Most? The top practices are listed in the chart below by builder level of green engagement. Chart: courtesy NAHB Read more Energy Efficiency NAHB Market Data + Trends Green Design Sustainability Sustainability

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 9, 2023

The City of London Corporation has released a new report urging investment in workers to meet the growing demand for green jobs and skills to decarbonise the city’s commercial buildings. “Buildings have substantial carbon footprints, so reducing emissions in the sector will be pivotal for addressing climate change.

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The 45-day public comment period for Draft 3 of the 2024 National Green Building Standard (NGBS) is now open and will close on Nov. The latest draft includes updates to align with newer building codes and introduces new compliance options for existing structures and buildings in tropical climates.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

— In a free webinar on February 19 , Green Builder Media CEO Sara Gutterman will share detailed insights from COGNITION Smart Data, offering actionable advice on how to meet the preferences of Boomers, Gen Xers, Millennials, and Gen Zsand prepare for the upcoming demands of Gen Alpha. Lake City, Colo.

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Construction Dive

OCTOBER 6, 2023

ESG software, a waste-battling robot and a building code library were among the wares on display at the largest green building conference in the world.

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Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

The Dodge Data & Analytics study also revealed that although green building techniques are increasing, not everyone is pursuing third-party certification.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 8, 2025

As these extreme climate events continue to grow in number and size, owners are turning to architects, engineers, and construction professionals to deliver more resilient buildings without higher costs. Sustainability and resilience are critical factors in building design and construction. Can Cold-formed Steel Outperform Wood Framing?

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Rising demand has led to an over 7% rental premium on green-certified office buildings across major markets in the U.S. and Canada.

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iField Smart

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Green building certifications offer a valuable framework for assessing and recognizing buildings that meet certain sustainability standards. These certifications provide a standardized framework for measuring and comparing the sustainability of different buildings. Green Building Council (USGBC).

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 9, 2023

Local paper the Cambridge Independent first revealed the problems on the Darwin Green site where Barratt David Wilson Homes Cambridgeshire is building a new community of nearly 1,600 homes. Housing giant Barratt is set to demolish 36 new homes on an estate in Cambridge after finding faults in the foundations.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2024

Many Architects are embracing the WELL Building Standard (WELL) to address issues of human health and wellness. The importance of incorporating lifestyle into design does not stop at the walls of a building. Shared parking is a creative way to add green initiative’s into site design.

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Construction News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

It updates a consent granted three and a half… The post Kier gets green light for Birmingham office build appeared first on Construction News. The developer’s 49 metre-tall 5 Centenary Square scheme was granted planning permission by the city council’s planning committee.

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Roads Online

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

All used to produce specification products needed to build greener roads and infrastructure. By choosing Alex Fraser’s Green Roads Construction Materials, developers and government have helped to save carbon emissions and reduce heavy vehicle traffic. Alex Fraser launched its Western Sustainable Supply Hub in 2019.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 28, 2023

More ambitious plans to build a tower matching the height of the Shard in the City of London have gone out to consultation. Right) Revised design will include Europe highest public viewing area at the top of the building and lower green outdoor spaces. WSP is acting as multi-service engineer.

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Build LLC Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

Build is actively thinking about how our industry impacts ecology. While reducing the environmental impact of our buildings is critical, we also want to understand how a holistic approach to site development can be used to regenerate degraded ecosystems.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 22, 2024

Webinar on Demand: 5 Tips to Build a High-Performance Home ibush Mon, 04/22/2024 - 07:46 See and hear how the production team for The New American Home 2024 achieved a remarkable -45 HERS rating for the residence.

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Construction Enquirer

APRIL 26, 2023

The Hive, in Bowling Green Street, Kelham Island will include 100 co-living studios, spread over five floors and is designed with a focus on a curated community living style. York-based Grantside is advancing plans for two net zero projects in Sheffield after appointing consultant Summers-Inman as project manager and cost consultant.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 7, 2023

in Iceland with 280 employees and a stronghold in green energy. As part of the COWI Group, the ambition is to strengthen Mannvit’s position as the leading consulting engineering company in Iceland and partner with Icelandic customers in developing a green energy hub for various industries. COWI acquires Mannvit hf.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 15, 2024

We now have the ability to plan and build Pier Wind in a way that is smarter, faster and more cost-effective, thanks to Gov. Pier Wind will help the state meet climate goals, create jobs and economic opportunities for local communities, and establish a new green energy industry along the West Coast.” As the premier U.S.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 20, 2023

Today, San Francisco State University held a ceremony to celebrate the start of construction for the West Campus Green (WCG) project. San Francisco State hired design-build team McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. The WCG project includes two all-electric buildings adjacent to each other. and EHDD to deliver the project.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 9, 2023

The 15-building biotech campus, which will be named ‘Elevate Quarter’, will be set around a central green with an interconnecting network of paths and open spaces. The buildings for the new campus will comprise a variety of different uses, including R&D labs, offices and GMP manufacturing facilities.

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PC Construction

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The facility is projected to generate approximately $4 million per year in revenue, save WSSC Water customers approximately $3.4 million per year in operating costs, and further reduce WSSC Water’s greenhouse gas emissions.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 23, 2023

Developer MEPC has given Sir Robert McAlpine the green light to start phase 2 office building at the £1.2bn Paradise Birmingham scheme. The start signals growing confidence around demand for top grade office buildings in the city. Following site clearance, MPB Structures is preparing to start foundations for McAlpine.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The International Code Council will provide expertise and solutions for governments and the building sector to help address the changing climate Washington D.C. – The work of the International Code Council and similar organizations is to spotlight the need to incorporate the buildings and construction sector in climate discussions.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 25, 2023

Energy infrastructure developer Carlton Power has got the local planning green light to build what it claims will be the world’s largest battery energy storage scheme. Carlton Power said it was in advanced talks with companies to finance, build and operate the Trafford BESS.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 30, 2023

New Sydney icon wins unprecedented seven awards, demonstrates importance of structure renewal to mitigate climate change Chicago (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) announced the winner of its annual award for best tall building worldwide: Quay Quarter Tower , in Sydney.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 11, 2023

The scheme in Bordesley Green will deliver more than 500 homes and 650 student rooms across four blocks on a current brownfield site. As part of the transformation the locally listed Myona building ( pictured above ), which has historic links to Jacobs Biscuits, will be retained and restored.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 28, 2024

CLEVELAND, OHIO – www.mbma.com: Each year the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) honors member companies that demonstrate exceptional performance in maintaining workplace safety. These awards are given to Building Systems members as well as Associate members for their performance during the previous calendar year.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

About PC Construction PC Construction offers general contracting, construction management and design-build services to private and public clients across the country. From specialized buildings to complex water and wastewater treatment plants, PC is ranked annually as one of the top contractors in the country.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 13, 2024

Bethlehem, PA – www.MBCEA.org – The Metal Building Contractors and Erectors Association (MBCEA) announced its 2024 Building of the Year winners at the 55 th Annual MBCEA Conference, held April 24 – 26 in San Diego, California. Building of the Year: The Truck Center Companies sales and service center in Mankato, MN.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 6, 2023

The current planning system will fail to deliver the Government’s ambitions to build infrastructure to meet net zero goals and housing needs. In particular, the report calls for decisions on new home building to be linked into plans for low-carbon transport networks. ”

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 2, 2023

Among the flight of projects given the green light are two major high-rise projects with a combined construction value of up to £575m. The largest being advanced by developer Oval Real Estate is a landmark mixed-use scheme to redevelop the Albert Bridge House site on Bridge Street with two striking buildings.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 19, 2024

The construction or renovation of buildings accounts for approximately 39% of the total global energy-related carbon emissions each year. That category refers to the total greenhouse gas emissions generated over the lifecycle of a building, road or any type of infrastructure. Embodied carbon contributes another 11%.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

By 2050, nearly 50% of all emissions generated by new construction are expected to come from building materials like concrete. For example, by 2030, all structures 10,000 square feet or larger in California must reduce carbon in building materials by 20%, according to the U.S. Green Building Council.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 20, 2023

The £2.2bn estate renewal scheme, set over 60 hectares, will take more than 20 years to deliver building 7,000 homes, new schools, 14 hectares of green space as well as two public parks. Berkeley Group’s St Joseph Homes business is set to become development partner for the regeneration of the vast Ladywood Estate in Birmingham.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 24, 2023

Essex County Council’s cabinet has given the green light to tender for a contractor to build a new link road between Colchester and Tendring. It is hoped building could now start in February 2024. Plans for the A120/A133 link road include a four-lane dual carriageway and a park and ride service.

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