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Urban Planning and Development

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What: This article discusses urban planning and key principles of urban design. Why: To help highlight the necessity of sustainable urban planning and its implementation strategies. And also challenges faced during urban planning and its sustainable solutions.

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The future of sustainable and affordable housing

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Global warming is one of the main reasons why sustainable housing is ideal for future construction. Sustainable homes do not only help the environment by reducing the overall environmental impact during and after construction, but it contributes towards many social and economic benefits. Construction Material.

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Top Five Sustainable Building Trends

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If you’re considering building a new facility for your company’s relocation or expansion project, the option of sustainable or “green” building has probably been a topic of discussion. 8% of respondents plan to do a Living Building Challenge within the next two years. Related articles across the web.

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The Top Energy-Saving Secrets Every Construction Company Should Know

Construction Marketing

Construction companies that use less energy also reduce their business’s carbon footprint and create sustainability throughout the business’s practices. This article unveils ten powerful strategies to revolutionize energy efficiency on construction sites. There are many benefits to reducing energy on construction sites.

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United Nations Declaration for Sustainable Architecture

Natural Building

The United Nations has written a set of “principles for sustainable and inclusive urban design and architecture” for architects to sign up to called the San Marino Declaration, which architect Norman Foster is set to launch. Port cities need to ensure that port facilities are up to international transport and safety standards.

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Young Indian Architects and Builders Are Embracing Sustainability

Natural Building

Many architects thought of joining this movement of making only sustainable, highly energy-efficient buildings, but it mostly remained a romantic vision. Pick up tips from these architectural wonders and then offer our clients a plan,” says Coimbatore-based Samyuktha S who works with Tanzin Phuntsog of Nubra valley in Ladakh.

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Opportunity Zones: Opportunities for Sustainable Development

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With myriad takes (from Bisnow to the IRS ) tackling the particulars of the program, you may be wondering: where does sustainability fit into Opportunity Zones? At the same time, the incentives from Opportunity Zones can be factors in the decisions made by developers looking to deliver with a uniquely sustainable paradigm in their projects.

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