Job Order Contracting

JULY 2, 2024

Fact: DoD Facilites Sustainment Practices NOT KEEPING PACE with Changing Landscape Delivering integrated and transparent Sustainment Capability must be a priority! This is only possible with the full support accountable leadship leveraging existing robust governance frameworks, s throughout the DoD Sustainment enterprise.

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The Constructor

OCTOBER 8, 2022

The embodied energy of building material is the total non-renewable energy or primary energy (carbon released) used throughout its entire life cycle, i.e., extraction, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, and disposal. In other words, it is the sum of greenhouse gas emissions attributed to the material during its life cycle.

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Materials Life Cycle Construction Sustainability 264

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 26, 2024

Sustainable Facilities Management Practices involve a clear set of objectives, methods, and processes aimed at maximizing performance of the built environment with respect to economic and environmental resources in concert with meeting organizational mission needs.

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Sustainability Management Renovating Environment 199

The Constructor

APRIL 21, 2021

Researchers from MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub (CSHub) are working in collaboration with the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS).

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Concrete Materials Sustainability News 264

The Constructor

JANUARY 24, 2019

Sustainable innovation is the process in which sustainability considerations including environmental and economy are taken into account from idea.

Sustainability 230

Sustainability Innovation IDEA Accounting 230

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 10, 2022

Built environment sustainability is critical. Facilities and other structure are responsible for 50% of material resources taken from nature, 40% of energy consumption and 50% of total waste resulting is significant land an air degradation. Built Environment Sustainability is critical to environmental and economic security.

Environment 198

Environment Sustainability Budget Budgeting 198

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 3, 2024

There is a direct linkage between the concept of a circular economy and sustainable FM. The principles of a circular economy are: design out waste and pollution; keep products and materials in use; and regenerate natural systems. The applicability of these to sustainable FM is clear.

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Sustainability Renovating Materials Products 149

Job Order Contracting

JULY 30, 2024

Facilities Sustainment, Restoration, and Modification (FSRM) Peter Cholakis Improve facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build outcomes and reduce costs July 30, 2024 WHAT? Facilities sustainment – The maintenance and repair activities necessary to keep an inventory of facilities in good working order.

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Sustainability Procurement Plans Management 182

Construction Business Owner

MARCH 23, 2023

4 Ways to Ensure Your Next Green Building Project Makes a Real Difference ccapoccia Thu, 03/23/2023 - 14:20 When it comes to green building, many people think about incorporating energy-efficient features such as effective insulation and glazing, adding eco-friendly lighting or using recycled or repurposed materials.

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Green Life Cycle Sustainability Materials 411

The Constructor

OCTOBER 25, 2020

Light-emitting cement is a green construction material designed to illuminate highways, roads, and bicycle lanes without using electricity.

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Sustainability Roads Electrical Green 264

Lets Build

MAY 26, 2023

The construction industry is a big consumer of raw materials, accounting for over 30% of the extraction of natural materials. With the growing concerns over climate change, there’s increasing pressure on construction firms to adopt sustainable and eco-friendly methods. Why is sustainable construction important?

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Sustainability Construction Materials Environment 158

Construction Marketing

JULY 7, 2022

However, picking the right color and material can be challenging with the various residential siding options in the market. Determine which color combinations and materials are often installed. Here are some perfect siding materials and colors you could choose for different home styles and architecture: . Fiber cement siding.

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Residential Materials Architecture Visualization 211

The Constructor

JULY 18, 2022

Ashcrete is an environmentally friendly material that is considered a substitute for traditional concrete. The invention of ashcrete is the result of efforts toward the production of sustainable construction materials.

Concrete 279

Concrete Materials Sustainability Products 279

The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Living in a densely populated city is no longer a dream and has become quite a nightmare. The rampant environmental degradation, traffic congestion,

Innovation 264

Innovation Sustainability Materials 264

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Sustainability and Facilities Management in the Public Sector are critical issues from both environmental and economic perspectives. All project resource requirements, labor, material, equipment granular costs, productivity, and scheudle are available to all signatory parties.

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Sustainability Management Procurement Environment 166

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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Sustainability Construction Materials Industrial 148

The Constructor

JULY 19, 2022

Carbon concrete is a sustainable construction material produced from concrete and carbon fibers or bars. The carbon is incorporated into the concrete through mesh-like textile mats placed between its layers or as randomly or uniformly dispersed fibers throughout the concrete. Carbon bars can […].

Concrete 290

Concrete Products Sustainability Materials 290

The Constructor

APRIL 16, 2020

The application of nanotechnology in various building products and materials showed tremendous progress in the construction industry.

Sustainability 162

Sustainability Construction Materials Products 162

The Constructor

JULY 22, 2022

CLT is quite popular in Europe and stands out for its strength, appearance, versatility, and sustainability. CLT is nowadays seeing applications in the construction industry as it is a lightweight material, and builders find it to be an […].

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Sustainability Materials Engineering Products 279

Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In the world of commercial building design, the choice of materials plays a crucial role in shaping both the aesthetics and efficiency of the final structure. From the exterior cladding to the interior finishes, the materials used can have a significant impact on the overall functionality, sustainability, and visual appeal of the building.

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Commercial Materials Design Visualization 183

The Constructor

NOVEMBER 8, 2020

Graphene is a wonder material that holds the capacity to convert the oldest building materials into a greener and sustainable option.

Innovation 214

Innovation Concrete Materials Sustainability 214

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Potential for Sustainability For sustainable construction methods, prefab steel is the greener option. The materials used are often recyclable, and the precision in manufacturing leads to less waste during construction. Custom designs and high-quality materials can further increase the price.

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Construction Sustainability Materials Design 286

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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Sustainability Environment Materials AIA 128

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Recently, the focus on sustainable living has increased. Sustainable living refers to incorporating environmentally friendly policies. Construction and building are significant areas where we need to introduce sustainable practices. Sustainable practices, such as energy-efficient windows, also save money in the long run.

Construction 218

Construction Environment Sustainability Software 218

Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 23, 2023

They are extremely sustainable, can be up and running in a fraction of the time of other construction types, and offer ample clear span for unmatched mobility. Elite Sustainability One of the greatest advantages of prefabricated steel buildings is their elite sustainability.

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Sustainability Materials Equipment Construction 326

Construction Marketing

MARCH 30, 2023

Material Selection Selecting the appropriate materials is essential for designing structures in harsh environments. Advanced composites: Materials like carbon fiber or glass fiber-reinforced polymers provide excellent strength-to-weight ratios and resistance to environmental degradation.

Environment 271

Environment Design Engineering Materials 271

BD+C

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Suffolk Construction establishes Suffolk Sustainability Group Design veterans Steven Burke and Michael Swenson will lead the new sustainability initiative for Suffolk. Contractors Sustainability Sustainable Design and Construction Suffolk Construction, headquartered in Boston, has established the Suffolk Sustainability Group.

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Sustainability Life Cycle Commissioning Construction 105

Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

2 Buildings are responsible for approximately 42 percent of CO2 emissions, 15 percent of which is attributed to the embodied carbon of materials. Model building codes (I-codes) developed by the International Code Council ( ICC ) play a crucial role in constructing safe, sustainable, and resilient structures.

Concrete 105

Concrete Sustainability Construction Miami 105

Construction Marketing

APRIL 11, 2023

This has obviously led to large-scale improvements in the way structures are designed and building materials are fabricated. But it is also important to find ways to make the construction process itself sustainable. Make sure that all machinery is powered off and that all materials are properly stored at the end of each day.

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Project Management Innovation Management Industrial 305

Construction Dive

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Every decision made for a project — from what materials are used to how they’re transported — has a carbon footprint, and each of those choices has a contract associated with them, attorneys say.

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Contract Sustainability Transportation Materials 126

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

2024 promises to be a transformative year for public companies when it comes to reporting on strides made toward greater environmental sustainability.[ Companies doing the right thing to avoid emissions can and should get credit for good work beyond corporate sustainability reports tacked onto annual financial filings. Concrete.ai.

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Sustainability Concrete Products Roads 126

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Prices decreased crude petroleum prices were down 3.3%, while unprocessed energy materials prices were down 2.0%., Commercial Construction Costs 2024 Objective, Current, and Local Market Granular Labor, Material, Equipment Commercial Construction Cost Data is exclusively available form Four BT, LLC in expanded CSI MasterFormat.

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Construction Commercial CSI Procurement 180

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 8, 2020

case law underscores that ESG disclosures may be actionable if found to be materially false or misleading. as an ESG event that could cause an actual or potential negative impact on the value of the investment arising from an adverse sustainability impact.” Make no mistake, there is no U.S. Recent U.S. best practices.

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Legal Risk Claims Sustainability 256

Construction Business Owner

MAY 30, 2024

The Pros & Cons of Fleets Going Green ccapoccia Thu, 05/30/2024 - 12:24 Sustainability within the construction industry can encompass everything from project design, build and waste removal, to what materials and fleet assets are used.

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Green Sustainability Risk Materials 156

BD+C

APRIL 21, 2023

The Role of Engineered Wood in Sustainable Structures 1 kcichowicz Fri, 04/21/2023 - 11:23 Sustainability in construction is becoming more important as society moves towards a more sustainable future. What Makes a Sustainable Structure? How Do We Compare Building Materials?

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Sustainability Engineering Green Materials 97

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 26, 2023

This trend reflects a shift toward more sustainable and creative architectural practices. Today, they are transformed into dynamic building materials, marking a significant shift in construction methodologies. Cost-Effectiveness: Shipping containers provide a cost-efficient alternative to traditional building materials.

Construction 282

Construction Transportation Architecture Innovation 282

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 17, 2023

Going green pays off for today’s building owners. Buildings that implement green or sustainable practices typically see lower energy costs. Today, governments and private entities are increasingly implementing environmental regulations and incentives that reward companies for adopting sustainable practices.

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Sustainability Construction Autodesk Green 97