ENR Construction

DECEMBER 1, 2020

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Construction Today

APRIL 10, 2024

The construction industry stands on the brink of a transformative era, driven by the advent of electric and intelligent compaction equipment. As urban landscapes burgeon and the clamor for resilient… Source The post Skanska Releases Electric Compaction Roller on LA Megaproject appeared first on Construction Today.

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Construction Dive

MAY 16, 2023

Thu-Loan Dinh, who helps lead infrastructure design for the city’s Department of Design and Construction, talks about the agency’s biggest resilience concerns and how to address them.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 12, 2022

The mounting consequences of climate change are forcing many homeowners to weatherproof their homes with more resilient materials. Resilient design can have multiple benefits, including sustainability,” says Alex Wilson, president of the Resilient Design Institute and founder of BuildingGreen in Brattleboro, Vt. Environmental.

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 21, 2022

There is only one sole source of truth for construction cost estimating, locally researched detailed line-item unit price data and associated quantities. GAO/GGD-00-172R Study on Facility Design Reviews – Federal Facilities Council’s Report on the Role of Facility Design Reviews in Facilities Construction.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 14, 2016

Using resilient construction techniques in regions prone to extreme weather events is worth the expense, according to a new study from researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of the construction industry, where precision meets creativity and innovation, effective marketing strategies are paramount for attracting top-tier talent across diverse construction job categories. Architects Design and plan construction projects, considering both aesthetic and functional aspects.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Designers Engineers Legislation Energy Efficiency Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction GBBN has publicly released its Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Calculator, a tool that helps our clients—and now the wider public—understand funding opportunities in the IRA for sustainable design. What is an IRA Calculator?

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 4, 2021

In addition to providing resilient homes built to contemporary codes, we as builders can play an important role in preparedness and recovery efforts. NAHB also has centralized information related to resilient building in a new section of our website. Go to nahb.org and search for “Building Resilience.” 8-10, 2022.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 21, 2018

a comprehensive rating system that provides strategies and tools for resilient building and design, was approved last week and is being launched on Monday, November 12th. offers the most comprehensive certification available anywhere for environmentally and socially resilient design. Resilience is becoming widely accepted.

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 17, 2019

The day before, the City of New York released the Lower Manhattan Climate Resilience Study , identifying more than $10 Billion of capital projects for the resilience of Lower Manhattan, including floodproofing by extending the shoreline into the East River. So what is resilience? This is the drama of being alive.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 21, 2018

a comprehensive rating system that provides strategies and tools for resilient building and design, is expected to be launched on Monday, November 12th. offers the most comprehensive certification available anywhere for environmentally and socially resilient design. Resilience is becoming widely accepted. The launch of RELi 2.0

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Construction Law

JANUARY 19, 2024

Construction price inflation and planning bureaucracy are blamed in a Public Accounts Committee report for failure to improve the UK’s flood resilience. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. See the panel to the right.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 6, 2023

This catastrophic storm, and others like it, may be unavoidable, but there are building design and construction methods to minimize property damage and save lives when a storm does strike. One of these construction methods is insulated concrete forms (ICF).

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 29, 2023

government officials and industry leaders to discuss digital construction technology’s critical role in building strong and sustainable infrastructure. Momentum is increasing for the use of technology in how infrastructure is designed and constructed – propelled by the U.S. Earlier this month, I was in Washington, D.C. state DOTs.

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Pro Builder

MAY 21, 2021

Natural Disasters Push Builders to Consider Resiliently Designed, Off-the-Grid Homes. Extreme weather resulting from climate change are now regular, year-round events, pushing some builders to reconsider how they design and construct their homes. Resilient Construction. Resilient Construction. cbroderick.

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Construction Marketing

JULY 5, 2023

Imagine establishing a company that not only excels in the market but is also resilient enough to withstand unpredictable weather. Vinyl One top contender is vinyl, the jack-of-all-trades in the construction material world. It’s a staple in the construction industry as it can endure heavy rains and high winds and even resists fire.

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BD+C

JULY 25, 2023

Sergio Lechuga, CID Healthcare Facilities Designers Architects AEC Tech Interior Architecture Resiliency Welcome to HMC Architects’ Five in Focus blog series, where we explore the latest trends, ideas, and innovations shaping the future of architecture and design. Sergio Lechuga, CID, is HMC’s Director of Interior Design.

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Construction Today

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Mighty Buildings, the leader in 3D printing construction technology known for its prefabricated, environmentally friendly and climate-resilient homes announced that it has raised $52 million in funding.

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Construction Law

MARCH 1, 2024

The Scottish Government has gone to consultation on three proposals to improve the resilience and flexibility of the planning system. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. See the panel to the right.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 6, 2023

lower than the February 2022 total, it confirms that demand for construction workers is high despite fears of a recession, elevated mortgage rates, and recent bank failures. In the face of numerous headwinds, the resilience of the U.S. nonresidential construction industry remains remarkable,” he said.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

In this article, we’ll take a specific look at technology adoption trends in construction that were in part driven by the pandemic, and how they’ve inadvertently led to a more connected, collaborative, and resilient industry.

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ENR Construction

DECEMBER 11, 2023

COVID, supply limitations and budget overruns forced Chemex Global’s team to be resilient and proactive to mitigate impacts during the construction of the Encina Pilot Plant.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 12, 2021

Climate and weather very much influence the design and construction of building enclosure systems, especially roof systems and assemblies. While codes provide the minimum requirements for construction, few provisions focus on resilience. Sustainability and resilience. Resilience. Sustainability. of utilities; and.

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PC Construction

JANUARY 4, 2024

They displayed unwavering resilience and expertise, transforming obstacles into opportunities while fostering strong relationships with all project partners. The post Phase 1 Complete at Treehouse at Spruce Peak Project appeared first on PC Construction. We are now in the home stretch – stay tuned for more to come!

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Residential Construction 81

Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 27, 2019

Petersburg, Florida passed a progressive ordinance last week mandating that City infrastructure projects and newly constructed and renovated City building be third party certified as green. Envision is a LEED style framework that provides the guidance to initiate the planning, design and delivery of sustainable and resilient infrastructure.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 21, 2022

Demo and Deconstruction for a Resilient Remodel—When Is It Necessary? Deconstruction is the first step to remodeling, especially for resilient homes in extreme weather hotspots. Last time on Building Resilience, we were comparing vulnerabilities in unexpected climate events. Construction. Tue, 06/21/2022 - 10:35.

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BD+C

JUNE 24, 2021

New on HorizonTV , oceanographer John Englander discusses his latest book, which warns that, regardless of resilience efforts, sea levels will rise by meters in the coming decades. Adaptation, he says, is the key to future building design and construction.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The Financial District and Seaport section plan of the city’s coastal resiliency strategy, estimated to cost $5 billion or more, calls for construction of a flood wall, drainage improvements and the extension of Manhattan land as far as 200 ft into the East River.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 21, 2022

A survey conducted by NAHB last May revealed delayed delivery times and widespread shortages for the majority of respondents, causing many builders to seek out alternative construction systems. A building owner gets a building that is more disaster resilient and energy-efficient, at or nearly at, the same cost.”. Prefab + Panelization.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 10, 2023

Across the group – which includes Moda Living, Caddick Developments and Caddick Construction – pre-tax profits hit £58m from a turnover up 28% to £492m. Paul Dodsworth, Managing Director of Caddick Construction added: “We’ve had a really strong year, one in which we’ve grown our portfolio, our team and our capabilities.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 3, 2022

The resilience of Punta Gorda’s homes is likely thanks to updated building codes ensuring that newly constructed houses are better equipped to handle extreme weather than older homes, The Washington Post reports. Resilient Construction. Resilient Construction. Environmental. Codes + Standards.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 17, 2023

The UK construction division of Sisk fell into the red last year. Latest results for parent company Sicon Limited for the year to December 31 2022 show the UK construction division delivered turnover of £350.7m The war in Ukraine had a relatively minor impact of on the company’s construction activities. from £382.9m

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Resilient Construction. Resilient Construction. When you purchase your home in a pretty neighborhood you may not be aware of the catastrophic dangers. Everything has some risk. There is no risk-free home.”. New-Home Sales.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 2, 2022

NAHB Policy Briefing | NAHB partners with HUD on Innovative Housing Showcase seeking solutions for housing affordability and resiliency; data show number of active homebuyers drops. Resilient Construction. NAHB and HUD Showcase Housing Innovations. Thu, 06/02/2022 - 08:00. National Association of Home Builders. Affordability.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 1, 2021

Biden’s Transportation and Infrastructure Plan Designates $200 Billion for Construction. The funds designated for construction would focus on creating, preserving, and retrofitting affordable, resilient, accessible, energy efficient, and electrified housing units. Construction. cbroderick. Thu, 04/01/2021 - 10:04.

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BD+C

APRIL 8, 2024

Site Selection: The Foundation of Sustainable Design Choosing the right site is about more than just aesthetics; it's about environmental impact and long-term resiliency. By spotting risks early on, we create spaces and buildings that are safer for our occupants, resilient to unforeseen events, and less costly throughout their lifecycle.

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