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5 steps construction managers can take to help implement new tech to their crew

Fieldwire

Sustainability: As consumer attitudes about the environment change for the better, transitioning to more eco-friendly technologies will help your business resonate with the next generation of homeowners. Foster an ongoing learning environment You should foster a supportive ongoing learning environment.

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Dunkin' Donuts Green is a Hot Trend in Green Building

Green Building Law Update

DD Green is a green building certification program that will assist franchisees build sustainable, energy efficient restaurants. The five stages of the DD Green program include Site Development, Store Efficiency, Healthy Indoors, Sustainable Operations and Innovation and Community. Paul Twohig, President, Dunkin’ Donuts U.S.

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Joint public-private sector effort needed to mitigate the construction sector’s embodied carbon problem

BD+C

The built environment generates 42% of annual global CO 2 emissions, according to the International Energy Agency. Launched in 2022, the Buy Clean Task Force and initiative was created to harness some of that purchasing power to promote the use of low-carbon, made-in-America construction materials. Of that amount, $2.15

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IgCC will now be Powered by ASHRAE 189.1

Green Building Law Update

Green Building Council and Illuminating Engineering Society of North America, worked in concert with and provided technical support to ASHRAE in developing the first ASHRAE Standard 189.1. To achieve LEED certification, buildings will continue to have to satisfy prerequisites and earn credits above levels necessary to meet the IgCC.

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IgCC will now be Powered by ASHRAE 189.1

Green Building Law Update

Green Building Council and Illuminating Engineering Society of North America, worked in concert with and provided technical support to ASHRAE in developing the first ASHRAE Standard 189.1. ” To achieve LEED certification, buildings will continue to have to satisfy prerequisites and earn credits above levels necessary to meet the IgCC.

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Collaboration, Technology Among Key Takeaways from CFMA National Conference

Viewpoint Construction Technology

CFMA’s 2018 Annual Conference & Exhibition, held June 23-27 in Miami Beach brought members from CFMA chapters across North America together for five days of valuable educational and networking opportunities. Another year, another amazing national conference for the Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA). Technology.

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Autodesk Expands Learning Resources to Boost Digital Skills of Construction Teams in the Office, Trailer and Field

Autodesk Construction Cloud

According to the latest annual survey by Associated General Contractors of America and Autodesk, 89 percent of construction firms in America are having a difficult time filling hourly craft positions and 86 percent are struggling to fill salaried positions. The construction labor shortage and digital skills gap are global challenges.