New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Energy analysts have accused the government of having a “fundamental misunderstanding” of renewables funding, which has led to no new offshore wind development agreements in the latest round of Contracts for Difference (CfD). The post Lack of offshore wind in new CfD shows government’s ‘fundamental misunderstanding’ of renewables appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Why Pay Attention to HVAC Faults? System Performance Depends on It ibush Sun, 09/10/2023 - 09:53 HVAC faults usually go undetected, which is a problem, since they can severely compromise a home’s energy efficiency Juliet Grable Heat pumps are all the rage right now, and for good reason: highly efficient units may use two to three times less energy than conventional furnaces or air conditioners do.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Aquind Ltd, the promoter behind the planned Aquind interconnector, has signed an agreement with Portsmouth City Council to safeguard delivery of the £63.7M North Portsea Island Coastal Defence Scheme. The post Agreement inked to resolve clash between UK-France interconnector and coastal defence scheme appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction News

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Unite is to hold its biggest ever ballot of construction workers, as the row over engineers' pay escalates. The trade union will next week ask 3,000 members working under the National Agreement for the Engineering Construction Industry (NAECI) whether they want to take strike action… The post Unite holds biggest ever construction strike ballot appeared first on Construction News.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Lancashire County Council has granted planning permission for a new railway station 4km from Preston city centre. The post Planning permission granted for new Preston railway station appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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New Civil Engineer

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

With GCSE and A-level results having recently made their way into the hands of eager and ambitious students across the country, it’s a time when many are considering their next steps. The post Encouraging more women into hydrography is crucial to achieving a clean future appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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Construction News

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Cardiff Council has said Galliford Try will be “held to account” after kick-starting demolition of a much-loved building facade without planning consent. The local authority branded the contractor’s decision to start removal of the colourful frontage of Guildford Crescent as “completely unacceptable”. Earlier this summer,… The post Galliford Try under fire over demolition of 19th century facade appeared first on Construction News.

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Civil Engineer Blog

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Imagine sliding into your welcoming bed after a day of ATVing, fishing, hunting, and spending time with family. It is the lifestyle many people dream of. But the cost of building a log cabin somewhere out in the woods comes at a cost many find unpalatable. Many people save money on log homes through log […] The post The Benefits of a Log Home Kit Over a Preconstructed Log Home first appeared on Civil Engineer Blog.

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CivilJungle

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Bedroom Best Fireplace Surround Ideas A fireplace is one of the most important parts any of room. It is the main focal point of that room. A fireplace can be installed in any of the rooms of your house.

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Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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CivilJungle

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

What Size I Joist to Span 20′, 24′, 28′, 26′, 18′ and 16 Feet? What measures do I add to extend to 20′, 24′, 28′, 26′, 18′, and 16 feet? What size do I connect with a 20-foot span?

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