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With Climate Events on the Rise, Material Selection is Critical for Long-term Resilience

Civil + Structural Engineer

As these extreme climate events continue to grow in number and size, owners are turning to architects, engineers, and construction professionals to deliver more resilient buildings without higher costs. Sustainability and resilience are critical factors in building design and construction.

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Building climate-resilient infrastructure for tomorrow

Construction Dive

PCL Construction pioneers climate-resilient infrastructure, addressing water scarcity and promoting sustainability with cutting-edge technology.

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Laing O’Rourke wins £920m animal health super-lab job

Construction Enquirer

The job, awarded by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs, will see O’Rourke take the project, consisting of two main buildings, through detailed design and construction. The Government says the new centre will secure the UK’s resilience against major animal disease outbreaks, many of which can jump to humans.

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Communities hoping to build disaster resilience request record $8B in FEMA grants

Construction Dive

The requested sum is more than quadruple the amount offered, continuing what the agency said is an ongoing trend of applications exceeding available funds.

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12 Reasons Specialty Contractors Need a Construction-Specific Software Platform

From improved collaboration and smarter decision-making to cost savings and increased agility, see how the right technology can help you build a more resilient, scalable, and profitable business.

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How Do Sustainability, Wellness, and Resilience Shape Modern Buildings? Test Your Knowledge

Construction Specifier

This weeks quiz is from From LEED to WELL: Certifying healthy, resilient, and sustainable buildings. In modern building design, structural strength and aesthetics are no longer enoughhealth, sustainability, and resilience now shape the foundation of high-performance spaces. Quiz - May 27 1. According to WELL and LEED v4.1

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International Code Council to Highlight Key Role of Building Codes and Standards in Achieving Climate Resilience at COP28

Civil + Structural Engineer

The International Code Council will provide expertise and solutions for governments and the building sector to help address the changing climate Washington D.C. – The work of the International Code Council and similar organizations is to spotlight the need to incorporate the buildings and construction sector in climate discussions.