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DfMA Approach to Mass Timber Design: Engineering a Greener Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) is leading the way in modern building design, reshaping how we build, especially when it comes to mass timber. The construction industry is grappling with growing demands for environmental responsibility and project efficiency.

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Improving Sustainability in the Construction Industry: A Complete Guide for 2025

UK Construction Blog

The post Improving Sustainability in the Construction Industry: A Complete Guide for 2025 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Did you know that the construction industry single-handedly accounts for 39% of global carbon emissions? Yet within this challenge lies unprecedented opportunity for transformation.

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Efficient Home Construction: Optimizing Rim Transport Frames

CCR Magazine

Key Highlights Discover the impact of rim transport frame optimization on sustainable building practices. Learn how to incorporate prefabrication and modular design for efficiency. Explore strategies to minimize environmental impact and enhance durability. This leads to less fuel use and fewer emissions.

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How International Disaster Relief Logistics Can Quickly Deploy Emergency Housing Solutions

UK Construction Blog

The post How International Disaster Relief Logistics Can Quickly Deploy Emergency Housing Solutions appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Stock Housing Units: Have modular homes or container shelters stored nearby. Preparedness: Planning and Pre-Disaster Assessment Before a disaster strikes, preparedness plays a key role.

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Construction Technology Trends in 2024

Jonas Construction

What are the Construction Technology Trends of 2024? The construction industry is undergoing a significant transformation. Innovations, economic uncertainty, construction workforce shortages , and other factors have forced service and construction companies to change the way they work and deliver their projects.

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Could ‘smart’ building facades heat and cool buildings?

BDC Network

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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WSP USA’s ClimateVue Platform Earns SEAL Sustainable Product Award

Civil + Structural Engineer

SAN DIEGO — A digital toolkit purpose-built to equip decision makers with key climate insights was recognized with a Sustainable Product Award from the Sustainability, Environmental Achievement and Leadership (SEAL) 2023 Business Sustainability Awards. Our goal is to make it faster and easier for them to get to actionable decisions.”