BD+C

APRIL 12, 2019

recently released a draft of a comprehensive sustainability plan. The plan addresses carbon emission reduction, air quality, transportation, equitable and sustainable land use, and resilience. Los Angeles County, the most populous county in the U.S.,

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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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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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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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BD+C

APRIL 8, 2024

3 sustainable design decisions to make early 0 qpurcell Mon, 04/08/2024 - 09:26 Sustainability In her experience as an architect, Megan Valentine AIA, LEED AP, NCARB, WELL AP, Fitwel, Director of Sustainability, KTGY details three early sustainable design decisions: site selection, massing and orientation, and proper window-to-wall ratios.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 23, 2023

By Misha Nikulin and Michelle Meisels Everyone who cares about this planet likely wants a more sustainably built environment. In the architecture, engineering, and construction industry, there can be considerable control over one important aspect of sustainability: greenhouse gases (GHGs). 1 Emissions come in two general forms.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

So, the core goal of most industrial coatings is sustainability. All of these sustainability requirements have restricted the use of solvent-borne products, forcing the industry to come up with inventive, low-emitting coating systems. The post Coating for sustainability appeared first on Construction Specifier.

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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? Learn about engineered wood’s key role as a green building solution. CEUs available.

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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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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. Rainwater recovery, indigenous landscaping and walking distance to shops and public transport help with its carbon footprint.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 26, 2023

This trend reflects a shift toward more sustainable and creative architectural practices. Initially designed for transporting goods, shipping containers have transcended their original purpose. Their size is perfect for easy transport and setup, which simplifies the building process.

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BD+C

APRIL 4, 2024

Sustainable mixed-use districts: Crafting urban communities 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/04/2024 - 11:44 Mixed-Use As a part of the revitalization of a Seattle neighborhood, Graphite Design Group designed a sustainable mixed-use community that exemplifies resource conversation, transportation synergies, and long-term flexibility.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The construction landscape in New York is set to experience a transformative year in 2024, driven by substantial investments in infrastructure, transportation, and sustainable urban development. The expansion of public transportation aims to reduce congestion, improve accessibility, and support the city’s sustainability goals.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Here Are the Most Sustainable U.S. A recent SmartAsset study compared 94 of the largest cities across three categories based on topics of transportation, green efficiency, and climate resilience to determine the most sustainable cities in the U.S. Sustainability. Sustainability. Cities in 2022. Environmental.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Brazil is entering a dynamic phase in 2024, with significant construction projects aimed at boosting economic growth, enhancing infrastructure, and promoting sustainable development. This project is part of a broader initiative to improve urban mobility, reduce traffic congestion, and support sustainable urban growth urban mobility projects.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The Lone Star State continues to attract significant investments in sectors like housing, transportation, and renewable energy. Infrastructure and Transportation Projects 3. These developments align with the city’s vision of becoming a model for urban sustainability green construction practices.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The construction surge includes projects related to transportation, sustainable housing, and clean energy initiatives infrastructure developments. The city is investing heavily in enhancing public transportation to reduce congestion and improve urban mobility public transit improvements.

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GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

Sustainability guidelines for ready mix plant certification. The webpage also provides downloads—helpful worksheets and a "Guidelines" PDF 1 —for plants to make strides toward sustainability. The webpage also provides downloads—helpful worksheets and a "Guidelines" PDF 1 —for plants to make strides toward sustainability.

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Lets Build

JUNE 2, 2017

Global warming is one of the main reasons why sustainable housing is ideal for future construction. Sustainable homes do not only help the environment by reducing the overall environmental impact during and after construction, but it contributes towards many social and economic benefits. Construction Material.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 2, 2020

are related to transportation (e.g., As sustainability increasingly becomes mainstream, one of the strategies some government departments of transportation have adopted is a “green streets and highways rating system.” If green building is going to repair the planet it will have to include green roads. and internationally.

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Construction Equipment

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Virgin Hyperloop, one of the companies tackling Elon Musk’s open-source idea for sustainable, high speed travel, boarded the first two human passengers to ride in a Hyperloop pod and one of its test tracks. No full hyperloop system exists today, but the two rode a pad at the company’s test track in…

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 3, 2021

Many changes await the American and global economies in 2021, and a sustainable freight and transportation system is most likely high on the list of priorities. Driving the Economic Recovery for Construction. Alex Headley. Wed, 03/03/2021 - 07:30.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The next phase of sustainability in luxury hotels 0 qpurcell Fri, 09/15/2023 - 11:42 Hotel Facilities The luxury hotel market has seen an increase in green-minded guests looking for opportunities to support businesses that are conscientious of the environment. And consumers are happy to spend more money on those brands.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

These projects aim to enhance transportation networks, expand public utilities, and foster economic growth. As the country focuses on sustainable development, key initiatives are being launched to address growing urban needs and support long-term economic resilience top construction projects. Estimated at $1.4

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MAY 16, 2022

Sustainability was a recurring theme during this year’s conference. Therefore, it was expected and understandable that the Sustainability panel ran by Autodesk was well attended and explored a wide-ranging industry need.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 10, 2023

One of the things that often comes up when discussing the future of construction is sustainability. This is, after all, the only planet we can live in (that we know of), so promoting sustainability will serve us — and future generations. This post rounds up some notable examples of sustainable construction materials.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Additionally, Monterrey is becoming a major industrial hub with projects focusing on logistics, transportation, and manufacturing Monterrey’s industrial growth. The National Infrastructure Program includes significant investments in transportation, energy, and healthcare facilities government infrastructure initiatives.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

In conjunction with climate week, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority plans to issue $574-million worth of mostly sustainable bonds on Sept. 26, the agency announced in a statement.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

The knock-on effect of this has badly impacted material supply chains and hampered hauliers who have struggled to move goods across the globe as transport and shipment delays came into play. When it comes to construction, are we at a tipping point towards necessitating sustainable solutions for good?

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GCP Applied Technologies

JANUARY 31, 2019

Admixtures and sustainability. Cement additives and concrete admixtures are construction chemicals that reliably improve the sustainability of a broad range of cement-based systems. Another way that water reducers can be employed to increase sustainability is by using less cement content or more SCMs in the concrete. .

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Construction Equipment

MARCH 2, 2021

Volvo Construction Equipment is building a testing and demo center at its Customer Center in Eskilstuna, Sweden, dedicated to testing and demonstrating the latest innovations in sustainable power, connectivity, and autonomous solutions. It plans to complete the area by the fall. The area will cover…

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Business Facilities

MAY 17, 2021

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

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Affordable Housing That LEEDs in Being Green and Sustainable. The project was developed and designed by Norstar Development USA and Sustainable Comfort. All photos: Sustainable Comfort). . . Freedom Commons provides access to transportation and uses a high-performing mechanical system. Tue, 09/01/2020 - 07:00.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 6, 2018

Cities and countries around the globe are vowing to cut carbon emissions from transportation by all possible means, from electric cars and buses to flying taxis and hyperloop.

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Natural Building

MAY 20, 2022

HempCrete uses hemp, a natural and sustainable resource and carbon sink, to construct a concrete-like material. The hemp plant’s woody inner fibers are combined with lime to construct renewable, carbon-neutral, strong, and lightweight blocks that reduce transportation costs and energy.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Potential for Sustainability For sustainable construction methods, prefab steel is the greener option. These costs stem from the need for specialized design, manufacturing, and sometimes transportation of components. However, modern methods increasingly incorporate sustainable and recyclable materials.

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Business Facilities

JUNE 12, 2020

Read: City Of Santa Fe Earns Sustainability Certification at BusinessFacilities.com. The New Mexico city is only the second in the world to achieve LEED Gold status under the USGBC's more stringent LEED v4.1 rating system.

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