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Biodiversity and Development: How to Build Without Destroying Ecosystems

CCR Magazine

It’s essential to maintain biodiversity conservation while expanding infrastructure growth since these two goals can be achieved side by side. The world’s ecosystems function as complex systems where every species plays an essential role that upholds environmental health and stability.

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Green Building Certifications: Choosing the Right One for Your Project

iField Smart

Understanding Green Building Certifications Green building certifications, also known as sustainable building rating systems, are used to evaluate a building’s performance in areas such as energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction, and indoor air quality.

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Sustainability and Preventive Maintenance = Environmental Stewardship

Job Order Contracting

Upgrades and Replacements : Regular inspections can identify opportunities for upgrading to more energy-efficient models or implementing energy-saving technologies. Upgrades and Replacements : Regular inspections can identify opportunities for upgrading to more energy-efficient models or implementing energy-saving technologies.

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Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint

BDC Network

Buildings and facilities significantly contribute to carbon emissions through energy consumption for heating, cooling, lighting, and operating equipment. In fact, the International Energy Agency estimates that buildings are responsible for nearly 40 percent of global carbon dioxide emissions.

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Revolutionizing Commercial Construction with Advanced Plumbing

CCR Magazine

Furthermore, advances in plumbing technology are propelling energy efficiency, reducing water usage and maintenance costs. These systems not only lower maintenance costs but also help in preventing pipe overflows, improving overall building health. Energy Efficient Fixtures Advanced plumbing includes energy-efficient fixtures.

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Commercial Construction: Plumbing Best Practices

CCR Magazine

Follow strict building codes and safety regulations to ensure the system’s proper installation. It also creates an environmentally-friendly building by reducing water waste and energy usage. Compliance and Safety Standards Highly regulated, commercial construction plumbing must adhere to strict compliance and safety standards.

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Mass Timber Buildings: Sustainable Path to Net Zero Goals

CCR Magazine

For example, at Northlake Commons, the utilization of mass timber estimates 1,990 metric tons of avoided CO2e (carbon dioxide equivalent) emissions, with a total carbon benefit of 2,920 metric tons; this is equivalent to removing 558 cars from the road or to the energy required to operate 249 homes for an entire year.