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The next destination: Passive design airports

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The next destination: Passive design airports 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/18/2024 - 13:59 Airports Today, we can design airports that are climate resilient, durable, long-lasting, and healthy for occupants—we can design airports using Passive House standards. Even more efficient planes—or planes that run on alternative fuels—are on the horizon.

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2024 Construction Trends: 30+ Experts Share Insight

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We adopted new technologies, embraced sustainable building practices, and were more vocal about the benefits of working in the AEC field. This could involve an increased focus on sustainable construction, leveraging advanced technologies like BIM, and adopting eco-friendly building practices.

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Sustainable construction: What you need to know

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With the growing concerns over climate change, there’s increasing pressure on construction firms to adopt sustainable and eco-friendly methods. For example, you can adopt green building and technology solutions to ensure optimal energy performance and site efficiency.

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The latest 'five in focus' healthcare interior design trends

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Inclusive and Equitable Design in Healthcare Environments Design plays a key role in making people feel welcome and safe. AI and related technologies can positively influence patient outcomes more efficiently and effectively, making healthcare more accessible for underserved communities.

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4 ways designers can help chief heat officers reduce climate change risks

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4 ways designers can help chief heat officers reduce climate change risks 0 qpurcell Mon, 04/10/2023 - 09:40 Sustainability Eric Corey Freed, Director of Sustainability, CannonDesign, shares how established designers and recently-emerged chief heat officers (CHO) can collaborate on solutions for alleviating climate change risks.

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What Will It Take for the Construction Industry to Reduce Carbon Emissions?

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Climate change is a global issue that requires all hands on deck. While we will always need to renovate and construct buildings, researchers are assessing the causes of emissions and developing sustainable alternatives to traditional practices. You must keep sustainability in mind as you construct more buildings.

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Here are four topics that will be a priority for construction businesses in 2023: Reducing carbon emissions According to the International Energy Agency (IEA) , the building and construction industry accounts for 36% of final energy use and 39% of energy and process-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, globally.

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