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State Transportation Officials Join Call for Greater Equity in DBE Prime Contracting

ENR Construction

The heads of six state DOTs have signed on to the Equity in Infrastructure Project's pledge to increase the share of prime contracts that go to disadvantaged businesses.

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California: Supplier Diversity Spurs Equity-Driven Development

Business Facilities

The post California: Supplier Diversity Spurs Equity-Driven Development appeared first on Business Facilities Magazine - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions. The Golden State has launched a program that promotes inclusive procurement as the prerequisite for a resilient supply chain.

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Will New Efforts Finally Bring Equity to Communities Long Impacted by Water, WW, Transportation and Other Infrastructure?

ENR Construction

While inequities exist in all infrastructure sectors—from highway alignments to wastewater treatment plant locations—finding solutions won’t be easy or without controversy.

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Will New Efforts Finally Bring Equity to Communities Long Impacted by Water, Transportation and Other Infrastructure?

ENR Construction

While inequities exist in all infrastructure sectors—from highway alignments to wastewater treatment plant locations—finding solutions won’t be easy or without controversy.

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Will New Efforts Finally Bring Equity to Communities Long Impacted by Water, Transportation and Other Infrastructure?

ENR Construction

While inequities exist in all infrastructure sectors—from highway alignments to wastewater treatment plant locations—finding solutions won’t be easy or without controversy.

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“Once-in-a-Generation” Opportunity for Women in Construction: Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) is a “once-in-a-generation” investment in America’s national infrastructure. With this plan, the goal is to rebuild many of the bridges, rails, and roads throughout the country to improve the overall infrastructure across America. Another benefit,” expressed Drew Olsen , the U.S.

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U.S. Cities Tackle Energy Efficiency in 2021

Pro Builder

San Francisco took the top spot for its energy efficient transportation policies and local government operations, which prioritized investments for efficient and sustainable vehicle fleets and infrastructure. The West Coast dominated the list of energy efficient cities with four California metros in the top 10.