Construction Enquirer

JULY 19, 2023

Canary Wharf Group and Kadans Science Partner have secured planning approval from Tower Hamlets Council for a new commercial health and life sciences building. The 23-storey tower will provide 823,000 sq ft of of life sciences laboratories and workspace at the North Quay site next to Crossrail Station and new Elizabeth Line at Canary Wharf.

Renewable Energy Systems 246

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Building Optimization Site Planning 246

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 31, 2023

ESFM’s self-performed energy optimization projects helped an international medical device and equipment manufacturing client reach its global carbon emission goal one year early Charlotte, NC – ESFM won the 2023 Sheila Sheridan Award for Sustainable Facility Operations and Management from the International Facility Management Association (IFMA).

Facility Management 255

Facility Management Sustainability Project Management Consulting Energy Efficiency 255

The Pro Builder

JUNE 29, 2023

Trade Secret' Startup Builds Modular Homes out of Ceramic qpurcell Thu, 06/29/2023 - 09:28 A startup called Vantem constructs modular, factory-built homes that are energy efficient and affordable and can withstand extreme weather. And the killer difference is the energy efficiency,” Anderson says.

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Modular Construction Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Building Codes 246

Roads Online

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

team as they venture on an almost decade long project to connect two existing dams owned by energy business SnowyHydro. For 75 years, SnowyHydro has remained one of Australia’s leading integrated energy providers. The company ensures energy security and supports the transition to renewables through its Snowy Scheme.

Energy Efficiency 102

Energy Efficiency Building Products Distribution Infrastructure Development Construction Machinery 102

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Fortunately, the implementation of off-site construction practices is one approach that can help solve these challenges. One off-site construction trend that has seen a significant rise in popularity is the production and use of prefabricated accessory dwelling units (ADUs). What Are Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)?

Building Codes 290

Building Codes Modular Construction Site Planning Prefabrication 290

UK Construction Blog

JULY 3, 2025

Four core strategies drive sustainability improvements: selecting renewable and recycled materials, implementing energy-efficient systems and renewable energy, adopting circular construction practices to reduce waste by up to 30%, and implementing water conservation methods.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 1, 2023

Los Angeles International Airport’s (LAX’s) project, Midfield Satellite Concourse (MSC) South, will feature brise soleil—a solar shading feature on the concourse’s facade—which will help it achieve passive cooling and energy conservation. mi) away from the project site, and then carefully delivered and assembled in place.

Energy Efficiency 94

Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Geotechnical Engineering Fire Protection Systems 94

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Understanding Real Estate Construction Management Real estate construction management is the process of planning, organizing, and controlling a building project, from the first idea to the final handover. With rising material costs, labor shortages, and stricter regulations, poor planning can lead to major delays and losses.

Construction Management 52

Construction Management Real Estate Development Building Code Compliance Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Roads Online

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The use of electric-powered machinery has become a crucial part of the construction industrys green transformation as it struggles with the requirement to lower its carbon footprint and increase energy efficiency. Electric motors are quieter than their diesel counterparts, significantly reducing noise levels on job sites.

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Construction Machinery Electrical Systems Renewable Energy Systems Construction Equipment 105

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 5, 2024

Our hope is that every other state will follow Virginia’s example in order to maximize the benefits offsite and modular construction can offer around the country.”

Building Code Compliance 256

Building Code Compliance Modular Construction Building Codes Building Standards 256

Roads Online

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

From tier one contractors all the way through to small business and independent operators, ResourceCo offers multifaceted resource recovery services, with several sites holding the capacity to undergo cross functional operations. We have plans in place to push that up to 30,000 tonnes per year, off the back of domestic demand.”

Building Materials Manufacturing 105

Building Materials Manufacturing Infrastructure Development Sustainability Material Handling 105

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

In this article, they break down the five key uses of thermal imaging on construction sites. Detecting Heat Loss Thermal imaging equipment is a valuable tool for identifying heat loss at construction sites. It easily detects energy inefficiencies caused by poor insulation or leakage.

Construction Equipment 52

Construction Equipment Fire Protection System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation Fire Protection Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This is the largest and most technically advanced project WSSC Water has constructed in its 106-year history and is one of only 7 facilities in the country to incorporate an advanced thermal hydrolysis process (THP) to efficiently transform biosolids. Today’s communities transcend geographic borders.

Facility Management 262

Facility Management Project Management Consulting Green Building Energy Efficiency 262

Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 6, 2023

AUGUSTA, ME – To spur economic development, the former Great Northern Paper Company mill site in Millinocket, Maine, is being transformed into a mixed-use development that will celebrate the site’s historic significance while simultaneously revitalizing the area for the benefit of the local community.

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Historic Preservation Project Management Consulting Environmental Consulting Site Planning 264

The Pro Builder

AUGUST 19, 2023

While it’s challenging to reinvent the past for a new future, it’s also an exciting time that presents previously undiscovered opportunities to attract a new type of workforce, build truly resilient homes, and reinvent floor plans to accommodate changing needs. Emerging Construction Methods The U.S. In the U.K.,

Building Resilience 246

Building Resilience Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Building Materials Manufacturing 246

Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 19, 2023

There are many benefits to reducing energy on construction sites. Construction companies that use less energy also reduce their business’s carbon footprint and create sustainability throughout the business’s practices. Using more efficient technologies will also help increase the safety of the workers.

Renewable Energy Systems 120

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Building Automation 120

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The post 10 Effective Ways to Reduce Commercial Energy Consumption on Construction Sites appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Operational costs increase because construction remains among the biggest energy-consuming industries worldwide.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency Electrical Systems 52

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

These stricter regulations aim to reduce energy consumption and enhance overall building performance, making air barriers a key element in todays construction practices. By preventing uncontrolled air movement between conditioned and unconditioned spaces, they help regulate indoor temperatures, control moisture, and improve energy efficiency.

Building Code Compliance 64

Building Code Compliance Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation 64

Roads Online

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Through its Transport Sustainability Plan, annual reporting and Transport Net Zero and Climate Change Policy, Transport NSW upholds its mission to remain eco-friendly. Following federal guidelines to use clean energy on construction sites, Transport NSW follows the highest emission control standards.

Energy Efficiency 105

Energy Efficiency Building Materials Manufacturing Controls Manufacturing Building Products Distribution 105

Construction Enquirer

JULY 11, 2023

British Land has unveiled plans for a major overhaul of its 1970s Euston Tower building in London. Plans being drawn up by Danish architecture practice 3XN would transform the Regent’s Place building into a gateway for the emerging London Knowledge Quarter providing lab-enabled spaces for the bio-pharma sector.

Building Materials 189

Building Materials Energy Efficiency Building Design Site Planning 189

iField Smart

JANUARY 4, 2025

Risk Management on Site: Create contingency plans to address challenges that might come up unprecedented. Construction Principles you can put to use: Consider employing various tactics to Eliminate waste and improve efficiency like just-in-time delivery and pull planning.

Cost Control 59

Cost Control Schedule Management Quality Control Risk Management 59

BDC Network

OCTOBER 18, 2024

7 design lessons for future-proofing academic medical centers 0 qpurcell Fri, 10/18/2024 - 08:32 Healthcare Facilities HOK’s Paul Strohm and Scott Rawlings and Indiana University Health’s Jim Mladucky share strategies for planning and designing academic medical centers that remain impactful for generations to come.

Building Design 105

Building Design Site Planning Energy Efficiency Infrastructure Development 105

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Affordable Housing Community: The Downs Located in the town center of The Downs —a 524-acre mixed-use community on the site of a former horse-racing track—the roughly 68,000-sf building will be wired for environmental controls and smart home functionality.

Building Controls 264

Building Controls Flooring Systems Quality Control Electrical Systems 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2023

The benefits of offsite construction, which comprises the manufacturing, planning, design, fabrication, and assembly of building elements offsite are expansive. Additionally, the environmental impact is lessened due to minimal shipping and packing materials delivered to the site and enhanced energy efficiency in the final construction.

Building Materials Manufacturing 246

Building Materials Manufacturing Steel Fabrication Building Information Modeling (BIM) Modular Construction 246

The Pro Builder

JULY 28, 2023

As part of the plan, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is introducing an $85 million federal program called the Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing, which will award grants of up to $10 million to jurisdictions that are working to remove barriers to housing production, NAHB reports.

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Energy Efficiency Zoning Government Works Site Planning 130

The Pro Builder

JANUARY 10, 2024

Within a year, the site will be reborn as The Phoenix, a development of 316 affordable and sustainable homes created with Autodesk’s Design and Make Platform. The process of physical and digital automation for The Phoenix will result in a set of buildings that is both efficient and loved by residents.

Building Materials Manufacturing 264

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Materials Modular Construction Building Design 264

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

This is especially true when the project is still evolving in terms of scope or identifying long lead items, but, regardless, the planned start of production is the project’s primary driver. Without the free flow of knowledge, ideas, concerns and maintenance/operational experience, efficiency can decrease significantly.

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Project Management Consulting Risk Management Schedule Management Project Management 246

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

This construction method combines longevity, energy efficiency, and reduced environmental impact. Sustainable Masonry and Its Benefits Sustainable masonry refers to the use of environmentally friendly materials and energy-efficient methods in brickwork, concrete block construction, and stone masonry.

Masonry 52

Masonry Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 15, 2024

As program manager, WSP provides comprehensive support for innovative modular construction plan at world’s busiest airport. We saw a real efficiency in building the modules on a remote site at the airport, while, at the same time, working on the needed foundation and utility relocation works at the concourse. WSP in the U.S.

Modular Construction 264

Modular Construction Project Management Consulting Schedule Management Project Management 264

UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The post How Virtual Floor Plans Are Shaping Modern UK Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. What if you could visualize an entire project with pinpoint accuracy, collaborate seamlessly, and minimize costly on-site mistakes? These digital plans offer a level of accuracy that was previously impossible. The result?

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Site Planning Energy Efficiency Building Design Change Management 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

As the construction sector faces pressures such as climate change, housing shortages, and regulatory changes, architecture is stepping up to meet those demands through smarter design strategies and more efficient project delivery. Architects would develop plans, which contractors would then interpret and build.

Architecture 52

Architecture Building Information Modeling (BIM) Land Use Regulations Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 10, 2025

Together, McCarthy and HOK make up the design-build team leveraging their expertise to deliver a modern, efficient, and patient-centered facility tailored to the unique needs of children requiring behavioral health services.

Building Design 130

Building Design Facility Management Building Standards Building Resilience 130

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 24, 2025

This blog delves into the overlap of clean energy and planning controls. However, conventional air conditioning systems are energy-hungry and typically use fossil fuels. The UK is a country that wants to be a world leader in renewable energy. But installing them in old buildings is a challenging task.

Green Building 59

Green Building Renewable Energy Systems Energy Conservation Piping Installation 59

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 20, 2025

Key Points The 2025 UK Building Regulations, under the Future Homes Standard, aim to reduce carbon emissions from new homes by 75-80% compared to 2013 standards, focusing on energy efficiency and low-carbon heating. Ventilation : Updated standards will ensure efficient air quality while saving energy.

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency Building Performance Measurement Building Standards Health Regulations 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 12, 2025

The need to have efficient and reliable compressed air spans through various industries. The textile industry applies it in the spinning and dyeing processes, whereas the construction business utilizes compressed air in powering tools, surface preparation, and site operations. How Air Compressors Help Construction Sites?

Energy Efficiency 52

Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Painting/finishing Electrical Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.

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Engineering Concrete Pouring Plumbing Systems Structural Systems 264

For Construction Pros

JULY 1, 2025

With 79% of integrated platform users reporting time savings, the impact on planning, budgeting, and jobsite readiness is clear. Integrations eliminate time-consuming manual entry, reduce errors, and drive long-term efficiency. But to truly future-proof operations, construction fleets need more than basic compatibility.

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Construction Equipment Renewable Energy Systems Maintenance Schedule Management 81