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A California Startup May Have the Solution to Cement’s Climate Impact

Construction Today

Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction news. Cement production accounts for roughly 8% of global carbon dioxide emissions, more than aviation and shipping combined. These emissions result not just from fossil fuels used in production, but from the chemical process of converting limestone into clinker, the core ingredient in cement.

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Why & How to Embrace Environmental, Social & Governance Standards

Construction Business Owner

Why & How to Embrace Environmental, Social & Governance Standards ccapoccia Thu, 04/17/2025 - 16:53 Construction firms must integrate environmental, social and governance standards in order to achieve sustainability goals.

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US Construction Planning Drops in March Amid Uncertainty

Construction Today

Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction news. In March 2025, the US construction industry hit a speed bump. After months of consistent expansion, the Dodge Momentum Index (DMI) recorded a 6.9% drop, falling to 205.6 from February’s revised figure of 220.9. The index, a leading indicator of nonresidential construction planning… Source The post US Construction Planning Drops in March Amid Uncertainty appeared first on Construction Today.

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PLA use didn’t increase project costs, Illinois study finds

Construction Dive

Project labor agreements increased bidding competition on awards within the state, according to research from the Illinois Economic Policy Institute.

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How Top Construction Firms Reinvent Cost Control

Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast. This guide reveals how market leaders are managing financial risk by shifting to incremental budgeting, regional sourcing, and real-time cost tracking. Learn how to structure contracts with price protections, streamline procurement workflows with automation, and avoid labor cost increases with smarter workforce planning.

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How to Craft a User-Friendly Website

Construction Business Owner

How to Craft a User-Friendly Website ccapoccia Thu, 04/17/2025 - 16:36 Your construction business website needs to be user friendly. Your website isnt for you its for your potential clients. It should cater to their needs and solve their problems, selling your construction services as the ideal answer to their pain points.

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Herzog, FlatironDragados nab $997M LA light rail job

Construction Dive

The team will relocate utilities and freight tracks to enable construction on the $8.6 billion Southeast Gateway Line Project to proceed.

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Data connections logjam removal to unlock £40 billion annual investment

Construction Law

A streamlined, fast track approach to granting connections to the national grid holds out the promise of releasing some 40 billion a year in energy project investment. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter onFridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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Healthcare construction bucks broader building slowdown

Construction Dive

Flexible design, early planning and resiliency are driving steady momentum in the space, says Derek Gregg, vice president of operations at Robins & Morton.

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New era for energy storage investment promised from funding mechanism

Construction Law

Billions of pounds of investment is forecast to be unlocked by a funding mechanism introduced by Ofgem to kickstart long duration electricity storage (LDES) projects. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter onFridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Permit Process for Line 5 Pipeline in Michigan is Fast-Tracked

ENR Construction

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is expediting review of a plan to build the Great Lakes Tunnel, a 4-mile-long tunnel that would enclose twin oil and gas pipelines along the bottom of the Straits of Mackinac.

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Cap and floor funding to support largest ever UK pumped storage project

Construction Law

The UKs largest ever pumped storage scheme is likely to be an early beneficiary of the Ofgem approved cap and floor funding mechanism after receiving planning permission from the Scottish Government. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter onFridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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Sundt promotes from within for Southwest division leader

Construction Dive

Stew Grauer will serve as senior vice president and district manager for the region, which includes the Arizona-based contractor’s home turf.

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Employer fined for offences leading to Hand Arm Vibration syndrome

Construction Law

Social housing provider Stonewater Limited has been fined 140,000 for safety offences that led to two employees being diagnosed with Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS). To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details. If you don't have an account, you can get free access to the news on this site and receive a free newsletter onFridays by creating a Newsletter account.

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Explore How Generative AI Is Optimizing Every Construction Stage

Generative AI is already transforming how the construction industry operates. This concise guide walks you through its real-world impact on design, planning, job site logistics, and sustainability. Learn how contractors are using AI to reduce costs, improve worker safety, and shorten build times. Get a detailed look at the tools and platforms making it possible, including AI-driven robotics and material optimization.

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Arcadis North America Awarded ENR New York's Design Firm of the Year

ENR Construction

East Construction Views provides insights and analysis on the breaking news, trends, and projects taking place in the construction and design industry of the eastern United States.

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How Denver’s Mayor is Cutting Long Delays in Construction Permits

Construction Today

Subscribe to our free newsletter today to keep up to date with the latest construction news. When Denver Mayor Mike Johnston signed his first executive order, he made a bold promise: a complete reset of the city’s long-troubled construction permitting process. At the center of this promise is the newly established Denver Permitting Office, a centralized authority that will handle approvals… Source The post How Denvers Mayor is Cutting Long Delays in Construction Permits appeared

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Permit Process for Line 5 Pipeline in Michigan is Fast-Tracked

ENR Construction

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is expediting review of a plan to build the Great Lakes Tunnel, a 4-mile-long tunnel that would enclose twin oil and gas pipelines along the bottom of the Straits of Mackinac.

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Trump administration ordered to resume IIJA, IRA funding

Construction Dive

A federal judge’s decision, which stated agencies lacked authority to pause funding, follows the president’s executive order to freeze the money on his first day in office.

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The Funding Blueprint for Your Construction Business – Your Guide to Growth

Take your construction business to the next level with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Whether you're managing seasonal cash flow challenges, dealing with unexpected equipment repairs, or planning to scale your operations, securing the right funding is essential for success. This guide explores a range of fast and flexible financing options tailored for construction businesses.

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Equinor Halts $5B Empire Wind Construction After Feds Plan Extra Review

ENR Construction

Construction for the New York project started last year by Skanska, and offshore work was scheduled to start this year.

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Trump Orders Overhaul of Federal Acquisition Regulation

ENR Construction

A new executive order gives officials just 180 days to dramatically scale back the rules governing federal procurement.