Green Building Law Update

MAY 30, 2021

Last Wednesday, with a Dutch court finding Royal Dutch Shell partially responsible for climate change and ordering it to reduce emissions and two environmental activists being voted to Exxon Mobil board at the annual meeting, made clear how dramatically the landscape is shifting for all businesses in the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) space, as they face increasing pressure not only from environmentalists, but also from elected officials, regulators and even their lenders.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 4, 2021

A Go Big infrastructure initiative is the right idea, but three months into the process, it is leaking political capital at a mortal pace. The infrastructure community must be at the table to maintain focus and breathe life into this critical effort.

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CivilJungle

JUNE 4, 2021

Mezzanine Floor. The mezzanine floor is an intermediate floor of a building , below the open floor. At least twice as high as a floor with minimum height on a ceiling the mezzanine floor is placed halfway up the wall on a floor. To determining maximum floor space, a mezzanine does not count as one of the floors in the building. By mezzanine, we can create additional floor space and help to make ceiling space feel more less and personal vast.

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Construction Business Owner

MAY 31, 2021

Integration With Integrity. Alex Headley. Mon, 05/31/2021 - 07:30. McCarthy Building Companies Inc., a nationally known commercial construction company based in St. Louis, Missouri, has been in business for 150 years. The company and its staff are recognized for their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. But fulfillment of its clients’ needs is not their only focus.

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The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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The Constructor

MAY 30, 2021

AI is gradually proving its ability to streamline the drafting, surveying, and data capture processes in surveying practices. As per a recent report.

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Job Order Contracting

JUNE 2, 2021

Improve the likelihood of success of construction project outcomes. Any real property owner can significantly improve likelihood of success of construction project outcomes. It simply requires owner leadership, commitment, and support to implement and maintain a robust programmatic approach for all facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, sustainability, and new build projects.

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Lets Build

JUNE 4, 2021

During one of our recent LetsBuild webinars, a Senior Project Manager on a residential project made a great analogy. The way we plan a residential project today is similar to the way we planned a road trip 40 years ago. . Imagine you go on a road trip with friends in 1980. A few days before the trip you sit down, take your Michelin map, and define the different stops you will make, the highway you will take, and you document that in a detailed roadbook.

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The Constructor

JUNE 4, 2021

Climate change is a prevalent problem across the globe. Yet, we subconsciously associate this issue restricted to affecting only the polar.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JUNE 1, 2021

A connected, cloud-based construction solution can scale your specialty contracting business for continued success.

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As the use of Enterprise Resource Planning systems in the construction industry is critical to optimizing operations, it's critical that decision makers conduct a thorough software evaluation to find the one that best aligns to their needs.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 4, 2021

Diversity, Workforce Development, and Repairing the Community with Construction. cbroderick. Fri, 06/04/2021 - 09:26. Learn more about workforce development and diversity from the leaders of ConstructReach, a program educating students about career paths in construction through outreach events across the country and partnerships with contractors. While many in the industry attempt to reach out to high school students through school visits and other means with little success, ConstructReach says

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Business Facilities

JUNE 2, 2021

VXI Global Solutions, CEV Multimedia, Starnik Systems and SIMFLO have all opted to grow in Lubbock. - Read: Lubbock Lands Over 500 Jobs, $11M In Investment at BusinessFacilities.com.

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The Constructor

MAY 29, 2021

What is a solar roadway and mention its advantages? The post What is a solar roadway and its advanatges? appeared first on The Constructor.

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Civiconcepts

JUNE 3, 2021

What Is Slab? The slab is an important structural element that is constructed to create horizontal or flat surfaces such as roofs, floors, decks, and ceilings. A slab has generally … Difference Between One Way Slab and Two Way Slab | What Is Slab | What Is a One Way Slab | What Is a Two Way Slab Read More ».

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Choosing the right procurement software is a crucial step in ensuring third-party risk management, process governance, and bidding efficiency. With so many procurement solutions to choose from, it can be overwhelming without a frame of reference and a solid starting point. This free buyer’s guide will cover: Benefits of Procurement Software –– Why do you need it?

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Pro Builder

MAY 31, 2021

Labor Shortage Survey: Who's Leading? Where's the Solution? cbroderick. Mon, 05/31/2021 - 08:00. The shortage of skilled labor for housing construction remains at or near the top of what keeps home builders up at night. These survey results show what's being done—or not—to address it. Rich Binsacca, Editor-in-Chief. The shortage of skilled labor for housing construction, namely rough and finish carpenters and framers, but also masons, drywallers, and roofers, remains at or near the top of what k

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Business Facilities

JUNE 2, 2021

With matching funds from the Federal Cares Act, Mississippi is undertaking a $65-million installation of broadband service in rural areas. - Read: Mississippi: Delta Fiber Expands Broadband Service at BusinessFacilities.com.

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The Constructor

MAY 29, 2021

How to install a reinforced concrete pipe The post How to install a reinforced concrete pipe appeared first on The Constructor.

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BD+C

JUNE 3, 2021

As humans, we need to connect with each other – and not merely on a screen. While remote work has offered a variety of benefits, we are seeing strong indicators that people want to get back to the office – as long as it feels safe and there is no loss of newfound flexibility.

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Anything that is built on a poor foundation will soon crumble from the ground up. This is literally the case in the construction stage of projects and it applies just the same during the pre-construction stage. This free eBook is your ultimate guide to scaling your business with customizable software as early as during the bidding stage.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 2, 2021

Outdoor Living Enhancements That Can Elevate Any Backyard. cbroderick. Wed, 06/02/2021 - 09:33. Interest in outdoor living spiked because of the pandemic, but homeowners still desire summer-ready, upgraded outdoor spaces to enjoy during the warmer months. Design firm Housing Design Matters says these five highly desired outdoor living enhancements can elevate any backyard: cabanas, turf, water features, grills, and firepits.

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Business Facilities

JUNE 1, 2021

Poland-based packaging manufacturer CANPACK will invest $380 million and create 345 jobs at its new aluminum beverage can manufacturing plant in Muncie, IN. - Read: CANPACK Selects Indiana For Second U.S. Plant at BusinessFacilities.com.

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The Constructor

MAY 29, 2021

What is the minimum curing period for concrete? The post What is the minimum curing period for concrete? appeared first on The Constructor.

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BD+C

JUNE 3, 2021

In this exclusive video interview for HorizonTV, Fred Pierce, CEO of Pierce Education Properties , developer and manager of off-campus student residences, chats with Rob Cassidy, Editor, MULTIFAMILY Design + Construction about student housing during the pandemic and what to expect for on-campus and off-campus housing in Fall 2021 and into 2022.

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Supply chain challenges and rising material costs are forcing specialty contractors to pay more for what they need to complete each job. Following a simple set of principles, this easy-to-follow guide can help you manage job costs, ease the pains of accounting, and run a more profitable businesses. If you are a Specialty Contractor or Self-performing GC, you do not want to miss out on this essential guide!

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Civiconcepts

MAY 31, 2021

What Is Plinth? Plinth is a base or platform that supports a plinth beam, columns, and structures. The function of the plinth is to distribute weight and pressure evenly across … What Is Plinth | What Is a Plinth Beam | What is Height of Plinth | What is Plinth Protection | Purpose of Plinth Protection Read More ».

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Contractor Bookkeeping

JUNE 4, 2021

Sales are about addressing your customers' needs and problems. By understanding the issues clients face, you can show them how your service solves their problems. Here are some tips for asking the right sales questions to better understand and help your customers. 1. Don't jump into sales questions right away. Sales aren't just about making a sale, although that's certainly part of it.

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The Constructor

MAY 29, 2021

What are the stages of wastewater treatment? The post What are the stages of wastewater treatment? appeared first on The Constructor.

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BD+C

JUNE 2, 2021

A former Ford Motor Company assembly plant in Pittsburgh, which was built in 1915 as a factory and showroom for Model Ts, is being transformed into a research, innovation, and entrepreneurship hub called The Assembly.

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Research reveals 96% of respondents are very or fairly optimistic about their organization’s growth prospects for the next year. The InEight Global Capital Projects Outlook also finds over half see digital technology as the greatest growth opportunity. But these are only some of the findings. Don't be kept in the dark when it comes to the future. Read the report today!

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PC Construction

JUNE 1, 2021

PC is pleased to announce that Alan Parent, the director of business development for PC’s water and wastewater construction market, has successfully completed the Design-Build Institute of America’s comprehensive education and certification testing program. Alan. The post Alan Parent Earns National Design-Build Certification first appeared on PC Construction Company Blog.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 2, 2021

The vertically integrated construction startup that sought to bring the myriad aspects of design, manufacturing and construction under one roof, is set to stop operations, according to media reports.

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Business Facilities

JUNE 4, 2021

Whether you’re looking for lower taxes, higher education, first-rate incubators, generous incentives or a healthy work-life balance—Amarillo, TX has it all. - Read: 10 Ways Amarillo, TX Can Help Your Business Succeed at BusinessFacilities.com.

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