Remove 2023 Remove Disaster Preparedness Remove Environmental Impact Assessment
article thumbnail

Inside Out: Building Resilient Infrastructure to Safeguard Against Natural Disasters  

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Holly Schaubert As the world faces increasingly frequent and intense natural disasters, ensuring the nation’s infrastructure is built to last has never been more important. Natural disasters often occur concurrently or in rapid succession, making a multi-hazard approach essential. Approximately 1.5

article thumbnail

Hurricanes and flooding: Advancing building strategies for resilience

Construction Specifier

Flooding is the leading cause of destruction in natural disasters across the U.S., impacting both coastal and inland regions. The devastating hurricanes of the 2024 season, along with severe flooding events in the Midwest and Northeast regions, have highlighted the widespread need for improved flood preparedness. mm (1 in.)

52
article thumbnail

Building Beyond Profit Why Construction and Nonprofits Need Each Other

Construction Daily News

Yet many companies remain hesitant, unsure how to initiate these relationships or measure their impact. Labor shortages continue to plague projects nationwide, with the Associated Builders and Contractors estimating the industry needs to attract nearly 650,000 additional workers beyond normal hiring to meet labor demands in 2023 alone.