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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

Levelset

Environmental laws provide the backbone for permitting and reporting requirements on construction projects, while a wide variety of state and municipal laws impose even stricter rules. In construction, environmental regulations generally focus on stormwater, waste disposal, hazardous waste handling, and air quality.

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The Ultimate Guide to Creating Modern, Sustainable Homes with Shipping Containers

CCR Magazine

Planning and Design While there are many different terms for shipping containers — from sea cans to c cans to ocean containers, they all provide the same thing: reliable and sturdy shelter for storage and/ or living space. The first step is to envision your ideal shipping container home and establishing a clear plan.

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Everything You Need to Know About Barndominiums (2023)

CCR Magazine

The work area of a barndominium can include anything from a simple storage area with barn doors to a large workshop. A barndominium is a cost-effective way to use space to its fullest potential to house all areas of your life. It can be customized to meet particular business requirements. What are the Benefits of a Barndominium?

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Complete Construction Terminology Cheat Sheet: US and AU Specific

Buildern

In this article, we’re serving up a construction terminology cheat sheet to demystify the jargon used in the United States (US) and Australia (AU). By using the right words, we can minimize misunderstandings and keep errors at bay. This, however, doesn’t hinder the innovative spirit of US construction professionals.

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

Civil + Structural Engineer

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.

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All About Rainwater Harvesting | Purpose of Rainwater Harvesting | Methods of Rainwater Harvesting | Types of Rainwater Harvesting Tanks

CivilJungle

In the past, people used to rely on rain from various perspectives, but in the modern period, people invented various technologies that reduced the dependency of humans on rain. Humans invented various methods to wrench the groundwater out and use that for good. Rainwater can be used in many ways.

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Important Factors to Consider When Building a New Home

CivilJungle

In ready-made design, the homeowner gauges the process by seeing building photos of different building materials and architectural sites and checking the procedures. We can take advice or opinion from the professionals who can help us purchase or build a new home with ready-made and original design work. Selecting The Right Materials.