Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Canada is gearing up for a transformative year in 2024, with several ambitious infrastructure projects set to break ground. These projects aim to enhance transportation networks, expand public utilities, and foster economic growth. Overview of Major Infrastructure Projects in 2024 1. Estimated at $1.4

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Houston, Texas — Clear Lake City Water Authority (CLCWA) has completed all five phases of Exploration Green, a massive 178-acre flood control project in southeast Houston. Exploration Green Conservancy, Inc., a non-profit organization, is serving as CLCWA’s partner to develop and preserve the project’s green spaces.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 7, 2025

In response to the historic wildfires that devastated Los Angeles in January 2025, global sustainable development consulting firm Arup has partnered with the United States Green Building Council California (USGBC-CA) to co-author the California Wildfire Rebuilding Guide. Co-authored by Arup and the U.S.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 4, 2016

If you’re considering building a new facility for your company’s relocation or expansion project, the option of sustainable or “green” building has probably been a topic of discussion. 8% of respondents plan to do a Living Building Challenge within the next two years.

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Construction Daily News

APRIL 3, 2025

The $58 million project, while primarily designed to solve practical transit challenges, represents something more significant: a chance to redefine how public infrastructure projects approach sustainability in an era demanding greener solutions. Let’s examine what’s actually on the table. The reality?

Building Performance Measurement 52

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Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 13, 2024

The DOE Housing Innovation Awards are made to those builders who are spurring the housing industry to construct more efficient, healthy, and resilient homes certified to the DOE ZERH program requirements. LEED is the world’s most widely used green building rating system, and LEED Platinum is its highest certification.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 5, 2024

— Join Green Builder Media on Wednesday, July 17 at 2:00 ET for a free webinar on building net zero energy ready homes at an affordable pricepoint. Howard Building Science is building beautiful net zero energy ready homes in Granite Falls, N.C., Lake City, Colo. for around $200,000. Click here to reserve your seat.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 3, 2025

Development that protects and values biodiversity can be achieved through renewable resources combined with green building methods and community involvement. Biodiversity ensures ecosystems function properly and maintain resilience similar to a machine that runs smoothly.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

This article explores how innovative engineering design is tackling some of the most pressing environmental issues of our time, from reducing carbon emissions and managing waste to conserving water and protecting ecosystems.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 15, 2024

Bone Equipment Maintenance and Transit Operation Center; first on the East Coast to produce on-site green hydrogen energy. Bone Equipment Maintenance and Transit Operation Center (EMTOC) that will feature electric bus charging and on-site green hydrogen production powered by solar and battery energy storage. Mortenson Co.

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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. A facility owner and management team are pivotal in this transition.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 25, 2022

Planning, construction, and renovation to create more resilient and environmentally compatible buildings minimize costs and save lives. 4bt.us – Integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery solutions for the built environment. Rebuilding after a disaster has become prohibitively expensive.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 16, 2025

As cities grow denser and global challenges demand resilient solutions, construction professionals must adapt to shifting expectations. Tools like Building Information Modeling (BIM) and project management software offer real-time collaboration across stakeholders, reducing the margin for error and streamlining workflow.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2025

Consumer Demand for Green Products Consumers are increasingly choosing products that align with their values and seeking eco-friendly options. Companies that prioritize green initiatives often enjoy increased brand loyalty and enhanced reputation. Streamlined operations often result in a more resilient business model.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 4, 2023

“It’s an honor to continue our work in the Commonwealth of Kentucky,” said Mike Greene, Stantec principal and project manager, Water. “We These 2D models will allow DOW to provide the most up-to-date conditions assessment and better support data management and regulatory processes.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

By Luke Carothers Carrying passengers between Los Angeles/Anaheim and San Francisco in under three hours, California High-Speed Rail is set to become the largest and most sustainable infrastructure project in the nation.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 4, 2024

With support from WSP, the global climate project secured $150 million in equity financing from the Green Climate Fund to finance critical initiatives that will support climate adaptation and resilience efforts in emerging and frontier economies. WASHINGTON, D.C. — GAIA is a $1.48 GAIA is a $1.48 WSP in the U.S. wsp.com

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ENR Construction

JULY 1, 2025

Opened in 1992 as a floating jail and decommissioned in 2023 as part of the plan to close the city’s outdated jails and build modern borough-based facilities , the Vernon C. says the project will help alleviate truck traffic “pinch points” at the George Washington and Verrazzano Bridges. “The

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

By Brent Hunt, Project Executive, Skanska The American Association of Port Authorities forecasts a 15 percent increase in US freight movement by 2045 and by 2037, US seaports are anticipated to export more than 52 million shipping containers annually. million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs).

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The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

The project is the brainchild—and now the personal home—of Mark LaLiberte , a renowned building science expert and co-founder and president of Construction Instruction , a consultancy and training facility based in Denver. Project Specs: Desert Comfort Idea Home Location: Sonoran Desert, Ariz. Cosan Studio, Scottsdale, Ariz.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2025

The focus now includes how well a building serves its occupants and the environment, especially in the face of increasing climate challenges. Engineers, architects, and specifiers are under growing pressure to design and deliver spaces that prioritize sustainability, occupant well-being, and resilience.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 22, 2025

The post Eco-Friendly Building: Reducing, Reusing, and Recycling on Site appeared first on UK Construction Blog. One of the most effective ways to make construction projects greener is to apply the three Rs of sustainability: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. Reusability doesnt have to be limited to a single project.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Providence, RI – Global sustainable development consultancy Arup announced today its selection by the City of Providence to lead the design and engineering for the City’s Riverwalk Resilience project. This larger initiative seeks to connect downtown Providence’s public space network and create a more accessible and vibrant city.

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BDC Network

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The Sustainability Group will strengthen Suffolk’s in-house expertise and ability to design and execute a wider range of green building solutions. On average, Burke managed about 40 sustainability projects per year worth over $1 billion. Burke earned an MS in Sustainability Management from Columbia University.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

The UK construction industry is experiencing a cautious recovery in 2025 with three consecutive months of positive growth, but faces its most severe labour shortage in decades that threatens to constrain a historic £34 billion pipeline of major projects starting this year. annually with projections of £204.12 While the sector shows 2.7-2.9%

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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. Digital transformation in construction means using modern technology to improve the way projects are planned, managed, and built.

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BDC Network

MARCH 19, 2024

3 reasons to consider green products for your next building project rcassidy Tue, 03/19/2024 - 14:13 Casey Smyth Building Enclosure Systems Green Building Products Moisture Protection Moisture Control/Building Envelope In recent years, there has been a sharp focus on creating a more sustainable building industry.

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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.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 7, 2025

The post Building Smarter: Essential Tools and Services for Modern Construction Projects appeared first on UK Construction Blog. With growing demand for efficiency, safety, and sustainability, the way we build has evolved significantly. Thats why more project managers are turning to high-efficiency chemical mixing tank systems.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Retrofitting the Ballston Wetland Park was a high-priority project in Arlington County’s Stormwater Management Program, and they were able to seek community input through a stakeholder advisory committee as well as with several community meetings to provide input to the design process.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

This issue of C+S Magazine contains the third iteration of the Yearbook of Engineering Achievement, and, as has been the case in the last two contests, these projects represent the best of the best in the AEC industry. The project features a new 1.8 Construction Management Co.:

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 19, 2024

Army Corps of Engineers, New York District was walking on Monmouth Beach, New Jersey, the location of the agency’s Atlantic Coast of New Jersey Sandy Hook to Barnegat Inlet Beach Erosion Control Project. The project increased the size of the habitat for the plant, as well as performed environmental conservation measures to protect it.

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BDC Network

APRIL 20, 2023

Decarbonization of healthcare With the healthcare industry accounting for a yearly average of 5% of the carbon emissions of industrialized nations, many owners, architects, and engineers have already made commitments to reduce, and eventually eliminate, the carbon footprint of their healthcare building projects.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 17, 2023

Going green pays off for today’s building owners. Buildings that implement green or sustainable practices typically see lower energy costs. ” But beyond benefits for owners, green construction practices can reap significant rewards for contractors. .” What is their culture like?”

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 9, 2024

But amidst these challenges, construction pros remained as resilient and innovative as ever. We adopted new technologies, embraced sustainable building practices, and were more vocal about the benefits of working in the AEC field. And things continue to look up: Data from Deloitte shows a 7.4%

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

ABM (NYSE: ABM) , a leading provider of integrated facility services, infrastructure solutions, and parking management today announced a strategic partnership with Mainspring Energy, Inc., For more information on ABM, its fleet EV infrastructure offerings, please visit www.abm.com/evfleets.

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Roads Online

APRIL 30, 2025

However, not all projects are designed with the budget to incorporate high carbon reduction solutions. Some low-budget projects have a requirement for cost-effective options that still contribute to carbon reduction. As Hamidreza Sahebzamani, PHD, MIEAUST, R&D and Technical Support Manager SAMI Bitumen Technologies explains.

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