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2024 Building Materials Environmental Impact Assessment 
Contractors Liability Blog
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Boston’s rich history, environmental rules, and city-specific regulations make the licensing process more complex. Environmental and Green Building Standards Boston makes sure you follow green building rules, which might mean getting permits and doing things in an eco-friendly way.
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BDC Network
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint 1 kcichowicz Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:59 Facility condition assessments provide powerful insight into your buildings and offer an ideal vehicle to advance resiliency and decarbonization goals.
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How to Streamline Payment Applications & Lien Waivers Through Innovative Construction Technology
Jonas Construction
JANUARY 30, 2024
What are the Construction Technology Trends of 2024? In 2024, we can expect to see an increased application of technology trends in the industry. This technology can lead to reduced material costs, shorter construction durations, and improved quality of building operations.
CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
Buildings with roofs that are more than 20 years old receive claims that are between 50% to 100% more severe compared to those with recent roof installations. million squares of residential roofing material. The huge demand for roofing materials indicates why you should maintain your roof before big storms arrive.
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Buildern
JULY 14, 2025
engineering and construction spending grew around 6% in both 2023 and 2024. Without real-time forecasting, even minor fluctuations in material prices (now stabilizing after pandemic volatility) can lead to cash crunches or schedule delays. And in the U.S.,
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CCR Magazine
JUNE 13, 2025
The study compares load-bearing structures, excluding insulations or other materials, to ensure a fair assessment of primary structural components. As a conclusion, the material efficiency of Kerto LVL results in remarkably smaller fossil climate impact per square meter.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 24, 2025
Construction begins in summer 2025 with Limak International as the main contractor, the same company working on FC Barcelona’s Camp Nou redevelopment, ensuring world-class expertise for the 30-month build programme. Community impact adds another dimension to the stadium debate.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 25, 2025
Brexit’s lasting impact compounds the crisis, with EU construction workers in London dropping from 42% to just 8% since 2018, creating wage inflation and project delays averaging 15% cost overruns. Building costs are forecast to increase 17% over the next five years, with tender prices rising 15% over the same period.
Roads Online
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
Material supplied by Coates Partnering with principal contractor John Holland on the M7-M12 Integration Project , Coates has completed one of the largest traffic barrier installations ever seen in NSW. Image courtesy of Coates.
ENR Construction
JUNE 16, 2025
The sanguine assessment counters a concerning stumble in Honolulu construction starts last year. billion in 2024. That impact is also reflected in the Dodge data that show environmental public works starts are forecast to grow by almost 45% to tally $2.4 Rising sea levels also impact infrastructure near our coastlines.
Construction Specifier
APRIL 16, 2025
As the global focus on sustainability and climate change intensifies, the United States is seeing a new trend in building restoration-deep energy retrofits. buildings account for nearly 50 percent of energy consumption and 35 percent of total energy-related emissions. C above pre-industrial levels. 1 The agreement was enacted in 2016.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 10, 2024
The Start of Celebration: Zweig Group’s 2024 Class of Rising Stars An introduction by Kyle Ahern, Employee Experience and Data Strategist, Zweig Group The announcement of Zweig Group’s 2024 class of Rising Stars marks the start of my favorite time of the year—award season.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 9, 2024
We adopted new technologies, embraced sustainable building practices, and were more vocal about the benefits of working in the AEC field. To that end, we caught up with 30+ industry experts and insiders who have generously shared their perspectives and predictions for 2024. And things continue to look up: Data from Deloitte shows a 7.4%
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 11, 2024
The impact of artificial intelligence is incredibly profound, which is why AI in the construction market is expected to be worth $151.1 If you're asking the question, "What's next in AI in construction in 2024?" You can also read about broader construction industry trends for 2024 in our latest blog. billion by 2032.
BDC Network
JUNE 18, 2024
Could ‘smart’ building facades heat and cool buildings? 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.
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CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
U ES , a national engineering and environmental consulting firm, is pleased to announce its debut on the ENR 2024 Top 200 Environmental Firms Survey at #81. The Top 200 Environmental Firms ranking is based on participants’ 2023 revenue from noted service line and end market categories of global environmental services.
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. trillion sf) of building floorspace by 2060—equivalent space of New York City added every month for 40 years—the time for the industry to act is now.
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The MCP Group
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Construction Material Outlook – Q1 2024 Lumber: Trending up In 2023, lumber prices experienced an overall decline following the spikes observed in 2020. Advanced commercial roofing solutions are growing more popular as they are perceived to have a lower environmental impact. However, this might be short lived.
Building Radar
JULY 25, 2024
As we look ahead to 2024, it’s crucial to understand the emerging trends that will shape the future of construction supply chains. By integrating IoT sensors with digital twins, construction companies can gain valuable insights into their supply chains, from material tracking to equipment maintenance.
Building Radar
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The construction industry is set to experience significant transformations in 2024, driven by advancements in technology, sustainability initiatives, and changes in global supply chains. From sustainable building practices to the rise of digital tools like Building Radar , the landscape is evolving rapidly.
Building Radar
JULY 31, 2024
As we move into 2024, advancements in technology are set to transform how construction projects are planned, executed, and managed. Key Technological Trends in Construction Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Information Modeling (BIM) has been a game-changer in the construction industry.
BDC Network
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
5 lessons in water mitigation for mass timber projects 0 qpurcell Thu, 09/26/2024 - 12:08 Mass Timber Sustainability leaders from Skanska, RDH, and Polygon share five tips for successful water mitigation in mass timber construction. Here are five tips for successful water mitigation in mass timber construction.
Jonas Construction
JANUARY 30, 2024
What are the Construction Technology Trends of 2024? In 2024, we can expect to see an increased application of technology trends in the industry. This technology can lead to reduced material costs, shorter construction durations, and improved quality of building operations.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 8, 2024
The post Discover the Latest News on Sheffield to Assess UK Building, Travis Perkins Says UK Construction Will Halt, Construction Firms Plan Spring Budget 2024, and UK’s First Type 31 Frigate is Being Built appeared first on UK Construction Blog. BuildZero seeks to transform the building industry at the system level.
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UK Construction Blog
JANUARY 13, 2024
The post Read the Latest News on a New Method to Materials Procurement Can Improve Building Sustainability, the Bridgwater Road Junction Will Be Built Soon, and an Innovative US Construction Company Has Opened Offices in Rotherwas to Expand its UK Presence appeared first on UK Construction Blog.
Specification Product Update
JULY 26, 2024
In-line with its commitment to sustainable construction, Mapei now has EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) certification for over 500 products throughout its range – spanning adhesives, admixtures, coatings, floor preparation products, grouts and surface care products.
Roads Online
AUGUST 13, 2024
Australia has a long way to go if it’s to achieve its goal of cutting emissions by 43 per cent by 2030 and reaching net-zero by 2050, with Climate Action Tracker currently assessing Australia’s progress as “insufficient”. Now imagine this impact across all states and territories.
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BDC Network
MARCH 29, 2024
Demystifying carbon offsets vs direct reductions 0 qpurcell Fri, 03/29/2024 - 11:18 Sustainability Chris Forney, Principal, Brightworks Sustainability, and Rob Atkinson, Senior Project Manager, IA Interior Architects, share the misconceptions about carbon offsets and identify opportunities for realizing a carbon-neutral building portfolio.
Building Radar
JULY 25, 2024
As the industry continues to evolve, knowing the number and distribution of these companies helps in assessing market potential and making informed decisions. Learn more about technological impacts on construction from UpMetrics. Sustainability and Green Building Sustainability has become a crucial focus in commercial construction.
Roads Online
MARCH 14, 2024
Material provided by Quest Events Emerging gaps between infrastructure investment in major cities and regional areas are a perennial risk and ongoing barrier in Australia. Yet despite having less to work with, regional councils are launching exciting, high-impact initiatives ranging from responsive design to futuristic eco-transport.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 30, 2025
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. lies in ruins after Hurricane Milton’s devastating impact. mm (1 in.) mm (1 in.)
CCR Magazine
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Sustainability was an important theme throughout the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) 2024 Fall Conference, with sessions covering vinyl life cycle assessments (LCAs), the future of environmental product declarations (EPDs) and embodied carbon legislation on the federal and state levels. Braunstein asked.
Construction Specifier
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall design today.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 10, 2024
Without a comprehensive understanding of all system assets, it can take days or even weeks just to assess damage. Asset management strengthens resiliency by providing a fast, accurate and updated assessment of the location, status and condition of material assets.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
JUNE 10, 2024
Santa Monica Beach California sunset Without a comprehensive understanding of all system assets, it can take days or even weeks just to assess damage. Asset management strengthens resiliency by providing a fast, accurate and updated assessment of the location, status and condition of material assets.
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The Pro Builder
SEPTEMBER 10, 2023
Department of Energy's (DOE) Building America program , points out. Recognizing that, Building America is working on research into fault detection in HVAC systems now, Werling says. And previous Building America lab experiments show that faults can increase space conditioning energy use by up to 30% over the lifetime of the system.
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Building Radar
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Being aware of where most construction is happening in California in 2024 allows companies to target growth areas. Knowledge about what a mass wall in construction is can influence material choices. Being informed about the biggest infrastructure project in Australia for 2024 can guide investment decisions.
Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024
Today, several dynamic factors play a significant role: Climate change impacts: Regions are increasingly experiencing extreme heat, and some climate zones now require air conditioning installations where they previously did not. Harsher winter storms and persistent droughts are also becoming more common.
UK Construction Blog
DECEMBER 8, 2023
The post Read the Lates News on Economic Outlook, Glenigan’s December Construction Index, CIP to Build 1GWH BESS in Scotland, and Pre-tax Loss for Laing O’rourke is £288m appeared first on UK Construction Blog. As for the future of the economy, will 2024 offer stability or further uncertainty for the building industry in the UK ?
Building Radar
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Understanding the scale and impact of these colossal events provides insights into their economic and cultural importance, as well as the event-related construction projects they inspire. Additionally, sustainable construction materials and practices help reduce the overall ecological footprint of the markets.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 25, 2024
and Steven Gaynor, MBA Photo courtesy Tenmat New York City recently became the first jurisdiction in the country to reject and rewrite major sections of the International Building Code’s ( IBC ’s) language around fire protection in exterior facades. For decades, buildings have relied on intumescent materials for fire control.
BDC Network
APRIL 18, 2024
The next destination: Passive design airports 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/18/2024 - 13:59 Airports Today, we can design airports that are climate resilient, durable, long-lasting, and healthy for occupants—we can design airports using Passive House standards. New airports often mandate the use of local materials to reduce their carbon footprint.
UK Construction Blog
MAY 11, 2024
The post Read the Latest News on Retrofit Competence Framework From CLC, UK Building Leads Data, Northern Ireland Builder Wins Top UK Award, and UK Building Grows Fastest in Over a Year appeared first on UK Construction Blog. That might be worse now that the Building Safety Act is in place.
BDC Network
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
Lessons learned from 70 years of building cities 0 qpurcell Mon, 02/05/2024 - 13:58 Urban Planning As Sasaki looks back on 70 years of practice, we’re also looking to the future of cities. As we plan for ever-changing communities, we continue to build a pluralistic practice. This is our mission: Better Design, Together.
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