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

UK Construction Blog

Key Takeaways The construction industry is responsible for 39% of global carbon emissions, making sustainability transformation essential for environmental protection and business viability, with sustainable practices offering significant cost savings and competitive advantages. What Is Sustainable Construction?

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Deep energy retrofits: The future of sustainable buildings

Construction Specifier

Setting the stage for energy conservation and reduction Designated as a global emergency by the United Nations, the pollution from GHG emissions, which include CO2, methane, and other harmful gases, have led to substantial, often irreversible, environmental damage. C above pre-industrial levels. 1 The agreement was enacted in 2016.

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Phases of Commercial Real Estate Development

Construction Marketing

Find a Location The development process begins with identifying a suitable location and assessing its potential for development. Engineers will also work on the design to ensure that the building is structurally sound and that all systems, such as electrical and plumbing, are correctly designed.

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Demystifying carbon offsets vs direct reductions

BDC Network

Drawing on shared knowledge and many project collaborations, Brightworks Sustainability and IA Interior Architects in this post consider some of the common misconceptions about carbon offsets and identify opportunities for realizing a carbon-neutral building or building portfolio. Why Carbon Offsets? Buyers must beware.

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Preparing Commercial Properties for Climate Change Impacts

CCR Magazine

Climate change is impacting businesses worldwide, with commercial properties facing risks from extreme weather and rising sea levels. Assessing Climate Risks to Your Property The first step in preparing for climate change is identifying the specific risks your property may encounter. This is especially valuable in drought-prone areas.

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The Complete Guide to Project Commissioning

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Project commissioning, also referred to as Cx, is a series of milestones that includes the testing of systems, materials, and staff who will be operating the systems. In general, the LEED building commissioning process is a highly effective method to improve the performance of building systems and equipment.

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Transforming Commercial Spaces: Essential Guide to Renovations

CCR Magazine

Assessing the Current State Before embarking on any renovation , a thorough assessment of the existing structure is necessary. This assessment helps in making informed decisions about what changes are needed and how to implement them effectively.