CK Power

AUGUST 2, 2023

Some end customers are prioritizing environmental sustainability when evaluating contractors or products. come from the electrical grid itself and how unfeasible it makes battery charging. The post Electric fleet challenges and considerations appeared first on CK Power. Regulations are tightening. Reach out to us.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The next phase of sustainability in luxury hotels 0 qpurcell Fri, 09/15/2023 - 11:42 Hotel Facilities The luxury hotel market has seen an increase in green-minded guests looking for opportunities to support businesses that are conscientious of the environment. And consumers are happy to spend more money on those brands.

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BD+C

APRIL 18, 2024

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. On the path to passive The airport itself is becoming more sustainable.

Airports 59

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BD+C

JULY 25, 2023

The latest 'five in focus' healthcare interior design trends 0 qpurcell Tue, 07/25/2023 - 09:45 Designers HMC Architects’ Five in Focus blog series explores the latest trends, ideas, and innovations shaping the future of healthcare design. Sergio Lechuga, CID, is HMC’s Director of Interior Design.

Design 98

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Lets Build

JUNE 2, 2017

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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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Construction companies that use less energy also reduce their business’s carbon footprint and create sustainability throughout the business’s practices. This plan can also identify any areas that might need more energy-efficient building design and operations. Complying with building code requirements ensures safety.

Construction 259

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

8 strategies for multifamily passive house design projects 0 qpurcell Mon, 11/20/2023 - 12:22 Sustainability Stantec's Brett Lambert, Principal of Architecture and Passive House Certified Consultant, uses the Northland Newton Development project to guide designers with eight tips for designing multifamily passive house projects.

Housing 95

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BD+C

APRIL 29, 2024

Tomorrow's classrooms: Designing schools for the digital age 0 qpurcell Mon, 04/29/2024 - 10:53 K-12 Schools In a world where technology’s rapid pace has reshaped how we live, work, and communicate, it should be no surprise that it’s also changing the PreK-12 education landscape.

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Building Radar

MAY 12, 2020

The construction industry , by its very nature, is one of the largest consumers of materials and produces more waste than any other sector. The need and importance of sustainability in construction has become a debated topic due to growing concerns over climate change and the finite nature of resources.

Sustainability 52

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Natural Building

MAY 6, 2020

Gauri Satam and Tejesh Patil have joined forces to found unTAG, a Mumbai-based architectural and interior design firm that believes in building sustainable homes. They have worked on around 40 environmentally and economically sustainable projects so far. “As Tejesh Patil has always been fascinated by energy-efficient designs.

Sustainability 52

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Lets Build

JUNE 15, 2022

The increasing focus on green buildings is one of many areas where society is moving in the right direction, making whole-life sustainable buildings the only environmentally justifiable option for future construction projects. We now know this material to be a leading contributor to CO2 emissions. Mistakes from the past.

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Natural Building

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Algae is a sustainable material available to designers. Various designers are experimenting with different ways in which algae can be incorporated into structures of all sizes. In order to achieve minimal environmental impact, this studio envisions a two-fold approach to sustainability.

Sustainability 52

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Sustainability is a key part of 66% of ANZ strategies, in comparison with 53% of company strategies across APAC . 92% of APAC companies are embracing sustainability due to regulation and market forces . Digital adoption is a critical enabler for sustainability, but is significantly underleveraged .

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 28, 2023

Right) Revised design will include Europe highest public viewing area at the top of the building and lower green outdoor spaces. Eric Parry Architects has designed the project, which is expected to be submitted for planning after public consultation. Left) Planned ‘Trellis tower’ granted planning in 2016.

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BD+C

MARCH 29, 2024

Demystifying carbon offsets vs direct reductions 0 qpurcell Fri, 03/29/2024 - 11:18 Sustainability Chris Forney, Principal, Brightworks Sustainability, and Rob Atkinson, Senior Project Manager, IA Interior Architects, share the misconceptions about carbon offsets and identify opportunities for realizing a carbon-neutral building portfolio.

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BD+C

APRIL 10, 2023

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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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

Commercial real estate development involves the process of acquiring, designing, constructing, and leasing or selling commercial properties such as office buildings, retail centers, and industrial parks. Design and Planning Phase The design and planning phase is essential to commercial real estate development.

Commercial 206

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BD+C

APRIL 20, 2023

13 trends, technologies, and strategies to expect in 2023 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/20/2023 - 08:21 Sustainability Biophilic design, microgrids, and decarbonization—these are three of the trends, technologies, and strategies IMEG’s market and service leaders believe are poised to have a growing impact on the built environment.

Education 98

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Construction Marketing

MAY 26, 2021

Stairs are integral to building design. Well-designed stairways can add value to any structure as it ensures users are safe and comfortable going up and down the steps. They can be located inside production areas and storage facilities or outside logistics sites for greater convenience during transport and delivery of materials.

Industrial 156

Industrial Environment Materials Transportation 156

BRIKS Design-Build Group

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Sustainability is the trend in home design these days – and it’s not difficult to see why. 8 Sustainable Residential Roofing Options. Metal roofing is designed to withstand any weather condition. When it comes to sustainability, metal roofs are believed to be more energy efficient than their asphalt counterparts.

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Sustainability Innovation Green Concrete 26

Construction Enquirer

MAY 17, 2023

The ‘Meet the Contractor’ event is designed to help businesses understand how to get ‘HS2-ready’ so they are in the best possible position to bid for upcoming work. structural steel, cladding, flooring, ceilings, painting, signage) Drainage works and associated materials (e.g. Civils & Stations work streams Urban realm (incl.

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HardHatChat

APRIL 20, 2017

Anyone in the commercial construction industry knows there are a variety of certifications and designations that individuals, companies and projects can achieve to show they follow a high level of green commercial construction practices. Product and Material Selection. are standard green procedures for ground-up construction projects.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Adaptive reuse,” alternatively known as building reuse, is a remarkable approach that injects vitality and purpose into vacant structures, which is different from the design they were intended for. By Neall Digert, Ph.D

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Natural Building

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

The nearby river has a number of small waterfalls that produce enough flow to power a hydro electric generator that can power all of the buildings within the complex. And all of the natural building materials were sourced in that region. Architects: Inspiral Architecture and Design Studios. Photographs: Mati Allendes.

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Natural Building

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

The City of Cape Town, South Africa is using recycled materials to construct a new multipurpose center at the Helderberg Nature Reserve. It is designed to be carbon-neutral, and the materials were carefully selected in an effort to respect the natural environment.

Sustainability 59

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Natural Building

MAY 30, 2022

IDA on McKinley is built from 66 recycled shipping containers according to design-build firm Local Studio. What I’m trying to accomplish is changing hearts and minds one block at a time, particularly in the area of sustainability,” said Kathleen Santin, partner at Local Studio.

Arizona 52

Arizona Phoenix Sustainability Electrical 52

Construction Specifier

MARCH 12, 2021

As buildings become more complex and connected, the demand for BUILDING materials supporting high-performance facilities has also increased. This includes building controls, lighting, electrical and digital infrastructure, audio/visual (A/V), and other aspects of the structure. Photos © Legrand. by Patrick Ford.

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Natural Building

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Local biodegradable materials, such as rammed earth, clay, and manure cab be used in making the blocks. This system is particularly sustainable because of the materials used, its low carbon footprint, and the lack of need to introduce electrical cooling mechanisms to make it work.

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BD+C

MARCH 23, 2023

A Sustainable, Connected Workflow Improves Data Workflow between Field and Office, Surveyors, and Equipment Operators 1 kcichowicz Thu, 03/23/2023 - 09:36 Rachel Jones, Trimble Customer Profile: Peace River Hydro Partners is a joint venture between ACCIONA Infrastructure Canada Inc. and Samsung C&T Canada Ltd.

Office 52

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Chianelli Estimating

MARCH 7, 2022

Size meaning total square footage and quality pertaining to the grade of materials being used. Still, the profit margin on any project starts with an accurate cost and materials accounting. A Class A commercial structure receives this designation due to its architecture, amenities, materials and location. Architecture.

Commercial 60

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Natural Building

JANUARY 10, 2021

With Ikea’s emphasis on recycled and reusable materials, the company seems likely to accelerate some important shifts in the housing market. The homes are solar-powered and all-electric, which means the only emissions come from being towed. Ikea’s tiny buildings emit zero pollution, including carbon.

Housing 52

Housing Fabrication Sustainability Retail 52

SAB Magazine

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

The columns that line the front porch were formally cedar hydro poles used on electrical transmission lines.

Viewpoint 81

Viewpoint Architecture Sustainability Materials 81

BD+C

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Architectural ‘Frankenstein’ features breakthrough sustainable design 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:53 Government Buildings The General Services Administration (GSA) has embraced adaptive reuse with Building 48, an exciting workplace project that sets new precedents for how the federal government will approach sustainable design.

Sustainability 72

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Natural Building

APRIL 20, 2021

The smallholdings combine traditional farming and building techniques with the latest innovations in environmental design, green technology and permaculture. The residents of the ecovillage have come from all walks of life and their plots are individual expressions of sustainable living.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

At the International Advanced Building Skins (ABS) Conference & Expo in Bern, Switzerland, I spoke about quality assurance in home building and learned about a variety of new materials and applications that address production, quality, and sustainability. Bau-Biologie design principles. Aerogel Insulation. WHAT IS BAU-BIOLOGIE?

Innovation 116

Innovation Electrical Sustainability New York City 116

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 30, 2020

From an environmental point of view, it is widely known buildings matter, as they consume nearly half the energy produced in the United States, use three-quarters of the electricity, and account for nearly half of all carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) emissions. Measuring carbon footprint in building materials. Life-cycle assessment.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

OCTOBER 8, 2013

Legally a bicycle, the ELF is pedal powered and assisted with a solar powered electric motor. Organic Transit, manufacturer of the ELFpedal/electric vehicle, has outgrown the old retail furniture store where it began in 2011 in downtown Durham, NC. The vehicle is constructed of recycled or recyclable materials. Far West U.S.

North Carolina 65

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