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Why Now is the Time for Sustainable Construction

Autodesk Construction Cloud

But when it comes to construction, any building or infrastructure project completed today will most likely still be operational in 2050. The push for sustainable construction. In the next few years, spending on infrastructure by Australia’s state and federal governments is expected to top $166 billion.

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No sign of infrastructure gear change

Construction Law

Rarely has the need for speed in increasing investment in the UK’s infrastructure been more evident, but prevarication and delay seems to be the order of the day. The NIC’s Infrastructure Progress Review acknowledges that government has ambitious goals for infrastructure, but, in many areas, it is not delivering fast enough.

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Strategic Sustainability

Business Facilities

Among the growing green markets across the U.S. and Canada, recycling operations, electric vehicles, and supporting technology are making inroads.

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5 Innovations Revolutionizing Road Construction 

Construction Today

As our societies grapple with challenges like climate change, urbanization, and the need for sustainable infrastructure, these advancements offer promising solutions. The field of road construction is on the cusp of a revolution, driven by a surge in innovative technologies and materials.

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A Review of 2023’s Construction Highlights and What to Expect Next: A Summary

Constructlaw

In 2023, the construction industry saw significant developments, such as a downward trend in the commercial real estate market, a continued focus on sustainability, and the ongoing impact of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

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Kentucky: Investing In Sustainable Growth

Business Facilities

The Bluegrass State is preparing for statewide growth with site upgrades and new partnerships. Read: Kentucky: Investing In Sustainable Growth at BusinessFacilities.com.

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HS2 contractor commits to zero carbon concrete

Construction Enquirer

Athina Papakosta, Sustainability and Carbon Lead, SCS said: “SCS has ambitious environmental sustainability targets and decarbonising concrete has an intrinsic part to play in achieving them in the major construction project SCS has to deliver.