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Environmental Regulations in Construction: What Contractors Need to Know

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Environmental laws provide the backbone for permitting and reporting requirements on construction projects, while a wide variety of state and municipal laws impose even stricter rules. The Clean Water Act (CWA) established guidelines for discharge of pollutants into water within the U.S. EPA Flowchart : Do I need a NPDES permit?

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SEC Regulation: What to Expect & How to Prepare for Climate Rules

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Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed new climate rules that would require registrants to report greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and climate-related financial risks, among other metrics. Last March, the U.S. There has also been contention around the inclusion of third-party assurance for Scope 1 and 2.

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Construction Project Closeout

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Depending on what type of project you are on, project closeout will look different, but depending overall there should be three main areas you need to be focusing on: Turnover and Permit Closeout. Construction Turnover and Permit Closeout. Getting these items completed so the building inspector can close your permit.

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COVID-19 and Remobilization: Returning to the Construction Site Without Mandated COVID-19 Restrictions

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Even though Pennsylvania has lifted the mask mandate, employers and employees should follow CDC guidelines to prevent infection. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has made it clear that employers may do so. To counteract these concerns, some employers may consider instituting a mandatory vaccine policy.

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LEAN OpenJOC(TM) Job Order Contracting for Sustainable Facilities Repair, Renovation, and Minor New Construction

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The primary advantage of JOC has historically been is the flexibility permitted in ordered quantities and delivery scheduling. A public agency can place orders with one or more contractors when the actual need appears and received on-demand services from a vetted service provider. Design-Build Guidelines, Aug. Practical Guide 2013.1

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Code Compliance & Beyond: Upping Baseline Building Energy Performance

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Compliance to building energy codes is typically overseen by local building permit offices at the city level who first review plans to ensure that buildings comply with the code requirements regardless of which path is pursued. What you can do about it.

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Texas Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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Capital Access Program: The Capital Access Program was established to increase the availability of financing for businesses and non-profit organizations that face barriers in accessing capital or fall outside the guidelines of conventional lending.

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