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US cities sharpen focus on building performance standards to meet net-zero goals

Construction Dive

Over 40 cities will have these standards in place by 2026, compelling building owners to prioritize energy efficiency and emissions reduction measures, according to a report from JLL.

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Carbon emission concerns are rapidly changing delivery requirements for construction projects

Civil + Structural Engineer

The construction or renovation of buildings accounts for approximately 39% of the total global energy-related carbon emissions each year. The work will also strengthen the port’s operational efficiency and capacity while prioritizing energy and water efficiency by incorporating renewable and fossil fuel-free options.

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Seattle airport reaches significant construction milestone

Construction Specifier

While it initially aimed for LEED Silver certification, the project is on track to attain LEED Gold, showcasing its innovative use of energy-efficient systems and sustainable features. It is scheduled for substantial completion in 2026.

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Stantec selected to lead design services for Durham Region Transit’s new zero-emissions facility

Civil + Structural Engineer

The new Thornton Facility will support high energy standards and contribute to reducing carbon impacts OSHAWA, ON – TSX, NYSE: STN Durham Region Transit (DRT) is planning a new bus storage, operation, maintenance, and service facility to support their growing transit operations and transition the fleet to zero emission buses (ZEBs).

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Public feedback driving SRL East

Roads Online

Suburban Rail Loop is a 90-kilometre orbital rail line that will help transform the way Melbourne grows, improving travel efficiency for more than 80 per cent of Melburnians and take more than 600,000 cars off the roads every day. To learn more, click here.

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Hartsfield-Jackson Unveils New Plane Train Car With Eye Toward the Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

As part of the ongoing Plane Train Tunnel West Extension, ATL will add 14 Innovia 300R vehicles to its fleet by the end of March 2026, increasing the total number of vehicles to 73. The Plane Train, which first began operations in 1980 with 17 Innovia CX100 vehicles, has expanded its fleet to its current 59 cars.

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Construction Begins on DSRT Surf Resort in the Inland Empire

Civil + Structural Engineer

The resort’s features include a cutting-edge surf lagoon, four-story hotel, surf center, restaurant, boardwalk, and beaches, with construction expected to be completed in the spring of 2026. AO’s involvement from the early visioning stages ensured a cohesive, well-organized design.