CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

Armstrong Fluid Technology announced that they will join other industry-leading organizations in helping create the world’s first 100% digitally-enabled building and research facility. The two-story building will have a fully integrated IT system connecting all building elements together that can be controlled by apps.

HVAC Systems 52

HVAC Systems Fire Protection Systems Flooring Systems Controls Manufacturing 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 21, 2025

In construction, it means leveraging tools such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), artificial intelligence, drones, and IoT-enabled devices to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and reduce costs. Both governments and clients are demanding greener practices, energy-efficient buildings, and sustainable materials.

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) Energy Efficiency Environmental Impact Assessment Renewable Energy Systems 52

Construction Law

APRIL 1, 2025

Editors comment Government slated for failures to advance post Grenfell remediation plans Editor Nick Barrett looks at the Pubic Accounts Committees report on the governments dilatory progress on post Grenfell Tower tragedy building safety. Complacency and not taking issues seriously enough are among the accusations levied by MPs.

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Safety Regulations Green Building Government Works Contracts 40

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 1, 2025

Some of these ground-breaking solutions include: A sustainable leather alternative made from banana waste that is being used for wallets, coasters, eyewear cases and more, reducing carbon emissions by 90 percent and water use by 95 percent in comparison to conventional leather production.

Foundation Systems 52

Foundation Systems Energy Efficiency Change Management Collaboration 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Key Takeaways Manchester United is building the UK’s largest football stadium with a 100,000-seat capacity on land adjacent to Old Trafford, designed by Foster + Partners as part of a £2 billion regeneration project set to complete by 2030-31. The project promises significant economic benefits with Oxford Economics projecting £7.3

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Infrastructure Development Renewable Energy Systems Project Management Consulting 52

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.

Sustainability 59

Sustainability Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement 59

Procore

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

“The Groundbreaker Awards honor the incredible individuals and teams who are transforming the way we build, and the communities in which we live”,” said Tooey Courtemanche, President, Founder, and CEO of Procore. Skanska's focus on productivity, safety, and sustainability is shaping the future of construction.

HVAC System Installation 69

HVAC System Installation Building Products Distribution Piping Installation Building Performance Measurement 69

Business Facilities

JUNE 20, 2025

Here are the biggest-ticket items: $176 million to the Minnesota Public Facilities Agency to build, upgrade, and repair municipal water treatment plants. $84 million for the Capitol complex, mostly to make one of the underground tunnels connecting the buildings compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. . $16

Infrastructure Development 72

Infrastructure Development Zoning Electrical Systems Facility Management 72

The Pro Builder

AUGUST 23, 2023

EEBA Launches New Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation qpurcell Wed, 08/23/2023 - 09:54 The Energy & Environmental Building Alliance (EEBA) Academy has released a new training course for those interested in pursuing a Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation.

Building Design 245

Building Design Building Materials Energy Efficiency Building Codes 245

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 30, 2023

New Sydney icon wins unprecedented seven awards, demonstrates importance of structure renewal to mitigate climate change Chicago (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) announced the winner of its annual award for best tall building worldwide: Quay Quarter Tower , in Sydney.

Renewable Energy Systems 264

Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Building Performance Measurement Real Estate Development 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 29, 2023

SHENZHEN, China, June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the semiconductor industry continues to grow, the need for sustainable practices within the supply chain becomes increasingly critical. Understanding the importance of sustainable development, WIN SOURCE has strengthened its construction processes.

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Energy Efficiency Communication Green Building 130

GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 20, 2022

by approximately 40% by 2030. government is investing $300 billion to update building codes and support sustainable construction, and expanding tax credits as incentives for energy-efficient construction. by approximately 40% by 2030. Our list of current building envelope EPDs can be found here. Learn more here.

Building Codes 148

Building Codes Energy Efficiency Waterproofing Systems Building Materials 148

BDC Network

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. Learn about engineered wood’s key role as a green building solution. What Makes a Sustainable Structure?

Sustainability 97

Sustainability Building Materials Manufacturing Engineering Renewable Energy Systems 97

Procore

APRIL 20, 2023

Procore.org , Procore’s social impact arm, provides full platform access to nonprofit builders who are focused on building a sustainable world for future generations to assist worthy causes with technology that would otherwise be cost-prohibitive. In 2021, it was a finalist in Fast Company’s World-Changing Ideas Awards.

Sustainability 98

Sustainability Energy Conservation Building Resilience Energy Efficiency 98

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. Millions of properties across the U.S.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Building Resilience Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 105

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

The importance of selecting healthy materials for K-12 projects 0 qpurcell Mon, 09/30/2024 - 13:17 K-12 Schools Clark Nexsen interior designers Anna Claire Beethoven and Brittney Just, CID, IIDA, LEED Green Associate, share why it is imperative to specify healthy building materials in K-12 schools.

Building Materials Manufacturing 98

Building Materials Manufacturing Painting/finishing Building Materials Green Building 98

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Panelists at the “Buildings and Construction for Sustainable Cities: New Key Partnerships for Decarbonization, Adaptation, and Resilience” session during the United Nations Climate Change Conference, COP28, on December 6, 2023, at Expo City, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Photo by Mahmoud Khaled/Courtesy COP28.

Sustainability 64

Sustainability Building Codes Building Resilience Green Building 64

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 26, 2023

Holcim US pledges a minimum net reduction 25 percent CO2 emissions and cement plants powered with 100 percent renewable energy within 10 years Company leads cement sector in signing onto the DOE program Green building materials leader Holcim US announced it has joined the U.S.

Material Storage 130

Material Storage Green Building Building Materials Sustainability 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 27, 2023

The new solar panels are projected to offset more than 100 percent of the energy consumed by Trimble’s two-building campus in the Westmoor Technology Park, which represents approximately 6-7 percent of the company’s total global electricity demand (based on 2021). Westminster is Trimble’s largest employment center in the U.S.

Renewable Energy Systems 130

Renewable Energy Systems Electrical Systems Building Products Distribution Green Building 130

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2021

As more people return to workplaces, schools, hotels, event venues, and other destinations, they seek reassurance that building owners share their concerns not only for environmental health, but also for their personal health. Together, they provide the finished metal products needed for commercial, institutional, and residential buildings.

Green Building 52

Green Building Architecture Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency 52

Stok

MARCH 11, 2014

Net Zero Energy is happening—both driven by California’s mandate that all commercial new construction must meet net zero energy standards by 2030 and also by building owners/developers and design teams that are committed to creating healthier, more desirable spaces.

Green Building 61

Green Building Building Standards Building Design Sustainability 61

Roads Online

AUGUST 23, 2023

The tightened targets for 2030 and 2050, the huge pipeline of new projects and the need to adapt to increasing climate shocks have brewed the perfect storm. Ainsley Simpson, CEO of Infrastructure Sustainability Council said that the initiative would help to strengthen Australian infrastructure’s pathway to net zero.

Collaboration 95

Collaboration Infrastructure Development Public Works Green Building 95

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 5, 2024

PAE Engineers enjoys a unique symbol of its brand identity – the company’s Portland headquarters office, which is the world’s first developer-driven Living Building. PAE’s Living Building Challenge The PAE Living Building is a five-story, 58,000-square-foot mixed-use building located in a historic neighborhood in Portland.

Engineering 130

Engineering Building Performance Measurement Green Building Real Estate Development 130

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

‘It all adds up’ aims to promote that every action counts when it comes to addressing the challenge of improving sustainability in the value chain. This educational approach not only benefits businesses in the industry on their sustainability journeys, but also aims to foster a broader cultural shift.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Energy Efficiency Painting/finishing Building Materials Manufacturing 52

BD+C

MARCH 2, 2023

The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/02/2023 - 13:03 Sustainability For building owners and developers, the push to net zero energy and carbon neutrality is no longer an academic discussion. Government regulators are increasingly requiring that buildings perform more efficiently.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

Business Facilities

AUGUST 25, 2021

To shift to a sustainable trajectory, we need to massively step up investment in clean energy technologies—especially renewables and energy efficiency.”. To reach net zero emissions by 2050, annual clean energy investment worldwide will need to more than triple by 2030 to around $4 trillion.”. C and 2°C are progressively higher. “To

Renewable Energy Systems 128

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems Heavy Equipment Manufacturing 128

Practical Law Construction

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Major standard forms have responded to market demand and made provision for carbon reduction provisions, for example, JCT’s sustainability provisions , NEC’s Option X29 and FIDIC’s Climate Change Charter. This is why the 2022 edition of the RICS Sustainability Report (Report) is so timely. Key Findings.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Green Building Renewable Energy Systems 52

Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

By Jeff Terry Photos courtesy GAF In the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable construction, product documentation has become a crucial tool for informed decision-making. These documents provide valuable insights into the environmental and health impacts of building materials, respectively.

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Sustainability Building Materials Manufacturing Roofing Systems 52

Roads Online

DECEMBER 4, 2023

This idea is to build the capability of the infrastructure supply chain to meet the challenges ahead. The tightened targets for 2030 and 2050, the huge pipeline of new projects, and the need to adapt to increasing climate shocks, have brewed the perfect storm. The time for decisive action is now.

Infrastructure Development 105

Infrastructure Development Government Works Project Management Consulting Public Works 105

Natural Building

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Ecovillages are intentional communities designed to be environmentally, socially, and/or economically sustainable. Their members place great importance on community-building, and are bound by the desire to make positive change in the world by working collectively and peacefully. You can watch a video about The Farm at www.youtube.com.

Renewable Energy Systems 98

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation Green Building Energy Efficiency 98

Roads Online

JULY 18, 2023

With the Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games less than a decade away, the Infrastructure Sustainability Council is supporting the infrastructure value chain to set a new benchmark for the benefit of generations to come. “S ports have the power to unite; so too does sustainability.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Infrastructure Development Building Resilience Government Works 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 22, 2022

Sitting on the grounds of a former petrol station was the COP house – a wooden cottage modelling a much more sustainable form of housing. The wooden roof, floor and walls are designed to capture sunlight and body warmth – limiting the need for heating throughout the building’s lifecycle.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency 98

Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 31, 2022

There’s also plenty of good news: infrastructure investments are pouring in, sustainability continues to be a focus, and digital technologies are helping firms be more efficient. Sustainability. trillion of global construction output by 2030. Sustainability. State of the industry. Bouncing back. Subsector growth rates.

Infrastructure Development 98

Infrastructure Development Building Materials Manufacturing Project Management Consulting Green Building 98

Plant & Civil Engineer

APRIL 2, 2024

A National Upskilling Roadmap for Sustainability in the Built Environment has been launched in Dublin. The roadmap was developed as part of the EU-Life co-funded Build Up Skills Ireland 2030 (BUSI2030) initiative. offsite and modular building) and that it focuses on improving the diversity of its workforce.

Green Building 52

Green Building Modular Construction Public Works Safety Regulations 52

UK Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The post Discover the Latest News on Which Green-collar Employment Most Needed, Schools Closing Over RACC ‘Crumbling Concrete’, the Sofia Offshore Wind Farm, and UKCW Birmingham Sets the Building Agenda and Addresses Concerns appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Where Are Green-collar Employment Most Needed?

Green Building 52

Green Building Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection System Installation Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 19, 2024

The post Discover the Latest News on Party Promise for UK Construction, Shinfield Studios Work Completed, and Green Colar Worker appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Meanwhile, the largest new film and television studio in the United Kingdom, Shinfield Studios, has finished building. On housing: Conservatives Construction of 1.6

Energy Conservation 64

Energy Conservation Green Building Energy Efficiency Building Products Distribution 64

Construction Specifier

MARCH 12, 2021

As buildings become more complex and connected, the demand for BUILDING materials supporting high-performance facilities has also increased. This includes building controls, lighting, electrical and digital infrastructure, audio/visual (A/V), and other aspects of the structure. Photos © Legrand. by Patrick Ford.

Building Materials Manufacturing 59

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Green Building Building Optimization 59