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Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint

BDC Network

Today, 11 states have mandated a 100 percent goal for both renewable portfolio standards, carbon emission portfolio standards, and greenhouse gas reduction standards. Buildings and facilities significantly contribute to carbon emissions through energy consumption for heating, cooling, lighting, and operating equipment.

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Mass Timber Buildings: Sustainable Path to Net Zero Goals

CCR Magazine

With public and private support for this renewable resource, experts believe mass timber could challenge steel and concrete as favored construction materials. “Mass timber offers cost and value considerations that developers and clients see as benefits. It is also estimated that forests in the U.S.

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Las Vegas Contractor Licensing vs Nevada: Key Differences and Requirements

Contractors Liability Blog

electrical, plumbing, HVAC roofing). Class C (Specialty Contractor): They focus on specific trades such as electrical work, bricklaying, woodworking, and more. Health and Cleanliness Rules for Hotels and Restaurants Special rules for hotel, casino, and restaurant projects involving pipes or air systems.

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The Role of Strata Managers in Post-Construction Building Maintenance

UK Construction Blog

They handle everything from organising routine maintenance and overseeing necessary repairs to managing budgets and ensuring compliance with complex regulations. Strata managers coordinate inspections for structural integrity, plumbing systems, electrical setups, and common areas such as hallways, lobbies, and recreational spaces.

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Mountain States & Southwest Industry News: June 2025

ENR Construction

The 182,000-sq-ft all-electric building for CoorsTek is the first phase of the six-block district being developed on a former industrial site. New regulations passed in March by the Arizona Dept. Sunset Health Brings Community Care to Somerton, Ariz. The ground floor is planned for restaurant space.

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Deep energy retrofits: The future of sustainable buildings

Construction Specifier

As the global focus on sustainability and climate change intensifies, the United States is seeing a new trend in building restoration-deep energy retrofits. buildings account for nearly 50 percent of energy consumption and 35 percent of total energy-related emissions.

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Modern Ventilation Strategies that Reduce Heating Costs

UK Construction Blog

With rising energy bills in the UK, property owners and businesses look for easier ways to keep indoor spaces comfortable without spending too much. Over the last few years, ventilation systems have become simpler and more effective. These new systems give buildings the fresh air they need and keep heating costs down at the same time.