Lets Build

JULY 1, 2022

3D-printed buildings have been popping up more frequently over the last few years, but are they a gimmick, or could they be the future of sustainable construction ? Let’s discuss the benefits and challenges of 3D-printed buildings and whether or not they’re the answer to the problem of sustainable construction. They’re efficient.

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 14, 2021

This contemporary Australian home by Sustainable Building and Design, completed in 2020, showcases what is possible when sustainability is the goal. Their power tools were supplied with electricity from an off-grid solar power system. Highly efficient devices further reduce energy demand in the all-electric home.

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BD+C

MARCH 20, 2023

3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:09 Modular Building Corie Baker, AIA, shares three modular Gresham Smith projects that found sustainability benefits from the use of prefabrication. Utilizing Prefabrication as a Sustainability Strategy 1.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Sustainable Building by the Numbers. Sustainable building is using energy-efficient and healthier materials and the intelligent integration of design, construction, and operation of each home so it delivers benefits like healthier living, less maintenance, and durability not just for the next 15 years, but for decades to come. .

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 31, 2023

“If a generator overloads, it immediately will drop off the four biggest electric draws, then reapply them one at a time to make sure it doesn’t overload. For example, a 20-kW generator, which normally puts out 82 amps, can bump to as much as 125 amps to start an air conditioner, although it can’t sustain that.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

Volvo Trucks said it would begin production of its VNR Electric heavy truck in early 2021 at its plant in Dublin, Virginia. Volvo Trucks is committed to lead the commercial transport industry towards more sustainable solutions by advancing electromobility,” said Peter Voorhoeve, president of …

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Construction Dive

MARCH 11, 2024

Aluminum EMT is one third the weight of steel, so it’s faster, safer and easier to install. Plus, it costs less and is 100% recyclable. Learn more.

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The Constructor

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

This innovative material not only repairs minor damage autonomously but also converts vehicular movement into usable electricity. As infrastructure demands grow worldwide, smart asphalt emerges as a crucial solution for reducing maintenance costs and creating sustainable transportation networks. What […]

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The Constructor

MARCH 2, 2022

Solar windows are windows with solar panels that absorb ultraviolet and infrared light and convert them into electricity. They use the concept of.

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CK Power

AUGUST 2, 2023

Some end customers are prioritizing environmental sustainability when evaluating contractors or products. come from the electrical grid itself and how unfeasible it makes battery charging. The post Electric fleet challenges and considerations appeared first on CK Power. Regulations are tightening. Either way, we can help.

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Business Facilities

DECEMBER 17, 2021

The post Electric Adventure Vehicle Project Is Largest In Georgia History appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine. Rivian will invest $5 billion, create 7,500 jobs at a nearly 2,000-acre carbon-conscious campus dubbed the East Atlanta Megasite.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 4, 2023

Speedy Hire has teamed up mobile elevating work platform manufacturer Niftylift to design, manufacture and bring to market the world’s first hydrogen-electric powered access platform. Hydrogen-electric powered access platform s are fitted with a G20 hydrogen cylinder and fuel cell technology. ” . ”

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Homes LEEDing the Way to Sustainability and Resiliency. Green Building Council's LEED Homes Awards recognize LEED-certified residential projects that are having a positive impact on communities through sustainable, healthy, and resilient design, as well as builders and developers that are helping to advance green home building.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 28, 2022

It’s not only for the sake of saving costs on monthly electricity bills but also for being a responsible and eco-friendly business entity. . As people become more aware of the harm and dangers caused by climate change, businesses and individuals alike are believed to be starting to make the switch to sustainable practices.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 2, 2024

3 Key Factors for Capitalizing on Electrification Opportunities ccapoccia Tue, 04/02/2024 - 14:14 Sustainability initiatives and electrification projects are driving spend and creating significant growth across the construction industry.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 27, 2023

BAM in joint venture with Hitachi Energy has clinched the deal to build two major converter stations on the planned electricity superhighway project from Peterhead in Scotland to Drax in Yorkshire. The Eastern Green Link 2 project will see the longest HVDC cable in the UK and is the UK’s single largest electricity transmission project ever.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Architectural ‘Frankenstein’ features breakthrough sustainable design 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:53 Government Buildings The General Services Administration (GSA) has embraced adaptive reuse with Building 48, an exciting workplace project that sets new precedents for how the federal government will approach sustainable design.

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Construction Equipment

AUGUST 22, 2019

These exhibits will give attendees a chance to learn about electric equipment, unmanned machines, predictive maintenance, and… At a recent press conference, AEM offered a glimpse into how Conexpo 2020 will showcase disruptive technologies and trends that will shape the future of the industry.

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HardHatChat

APRIL 30, 2012

During construction, we tried to reuse as many materials as possible to not only keep construction costs down, but also have a more sustainable construction project. As did using the building’s existing HVAC units. The work stations from our old office were fine, so we reused those, as well as all file cabinets and chairs.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 5, 2015

For corporations, schools and hospitals, sustainable building can entail anything from using waterless urinals to creating electricity. Maybe Kermit the Frog was wrong. It could be easy being green—at least when it comes to buildings.

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

The maker of electrically self-sustaining homes and commercial properties has selected Macclenny in northern Florida for its MegaFactory location. Read: S2A Modular To Build First East Coast MegaFactory In Florida at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Construction Today

APRIL 10, 2024

The construction industry stands on the brink of a transformative era, driven by the advent of electric and intelligent compaction equipment. This new age technology is not just a nod towards sustainability but a leap into efficiency, offering a myriad of benefits from reduced emissions to enhanced precision in infrastructure projects.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Many find engaging an attorney with sustainability expertise is a good way to mitigate ESG associated risk. The electric utility monopolies are an industry that doth protest too much, methinks, made wealthy by government regulation, whatever the pendulum swing of that regulation. yes, this blog will continue).

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ENR Construction

MARCH 7, 2024

Energy conservation is a hallmark of this California State Office Building in Sacramento, one of the state’s first net-zero energy, net-zero carbon, all-electric government office facilities.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Construction companies that use less energy also reduce their business’s carbon footprint and create sustainability throughout the business’s practices. Use Other Sources of Renewables Sources of Electricity or Install Solar Panels Solar panels are another renewable energy source that can save energy usage on construction sites.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 5, 2016

vetoed an increase in the State’s Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard that would have resulted in higher electricity prices across the State. The legislation has been characterized as a “tax increase” to be levied upon every electricity ratepayer in Maryland. of their total electric supply into Maryland.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Former munitions plant reimagined as net-zero federal workplace 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:53 Government Buildings The General Services Administration (GSA) has embraced adaptive reuse with Building 48, an exciting workplace project that sets new precedents for how the federal government will approach sustainable design.

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Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Metal is a widely used material for homebuilding because it’s lightweight, malleable, ductile, reflective, and very efficient conductors of electricity, heat, and light. With proper insulation, metal will last many years without the use of gas or electricity. This material can be used for both interior and exterior building.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 1, 2021

From community solar installations to a push in some municipalities for all-electric building codes, interest in solar keeps growing. The power comes from 688,360 solar panels across 870 acres just north of town that provide electricity to the entire community. Sustainability. Thu, 04/01/2021 - 13:50. Energy Efficiency.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 13, 2022

It provides guidelines to create an efficient and sustainable built environment that encourages market competitiveness and public health improvement. Sustainable Sites. The LEED certification program has several credit categories related to IEQ, including low emission materials and sustainable sites. Reduced Pollution.

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BD+C

JULY 17, 2024

Unlocking Sustainability: Smart Access in the Coworking Space 1 kcichowicz Wed, 07/17/2024 - 10:52 Office Buildings Smart building technologies, including modern access control systems, are transforming coworking spaces by advancing sustainability initiatives and offering new ways to create and operate efficient working spaces.

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 21, 2018

The work product of an advisory committee of experts, Ord 17-60 Sustainable Building Regulation Ordinance, alters and amends the 2009 Resolution to Implement Saint Paul Sustainable Building Policy. Commercial projects falling within the law must achieve a “Sustainable Building Standard means any of the following: .

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Lets Build

JUNE 15, 2022

The increasing focus on green buildings is one of many areas where society is moving in the right direction, making whole-life sustainable buildings the only environmentally justifiable option for future construction projects. Mistakes from the past. We now know this material to be a leading contributor to CO2 emissions.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

ENR New York's Specialty Contractor of the Year sustains its staff, clients and community as it finds new ways to grow.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Products Featured in the Sustainable, Healthier Home. Find out more about the home and what it offers for its 55-plus buyer target market: A Home for the Ages: Sustainability, Health, and Attainability in One. The Sustainable, Healthier Home photo gallery and floor plans. The Sustainable, Healthier Home: See the Products.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 13, 2016

(which request was granted) included as its justification, “the project will bring 34, anticipated LEED Platinum rating, infill housing units to the Midtown neighborhood creating a sustainable and livable community.”. Home is a Net Zero LEED certified home that includes solar with electrical storage, smart meter and more.”.

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BD+C

JUNE 18, 2024

0 dbarista Tue, 06/18/2024 - 15:58 Building Technology A promising research project looks at the possibilities for thermoelectric systems to thermally condition buildings, writes Mahsa Farid Mohajer, Sustainable Building Analyst with Stantec. TEs can convert temperature differences (or heat flux) into electrical energy.

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