Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

Green building has only very recently begun to emphasize the social equity component of the triple bottom line. But today’s ESG statements are only a very small step. The largest study of the typology of modern slavery in the U.S. found construction as one of the top 25 industries where slavery takes place today.

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Fieldwire

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

In today’s fast-paced world, company culture and the commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have become critical factors for both employees and organizations. We believe that a positive work environment directly translates into happier, more motivated employees who drive success. The impact of our DEI efforts is tangible.

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Pro Builder

JULY 6, 2021

Taking Concrete Steps Toward Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. In 2020, NAHB created a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) task force to review and establish best practices and develop policies that better reach communities that have historically been excluded from the trades. . Building the Pipeline for Next-Gen Skilled Labor.

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 17, 2022

Once enough data has been acquired on these three metrics, they can be integrated into the investment process when deciding what equities or bonds to buy.” Equity share. The journey towards efficient life-cycle management of the built environment, carbon literacy, and LEAN process is not easy. ” ISO 14064.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 10, 2021

Will new federal, state and local efforts finally bring needed equity to communities long. impacted and underserved by the built environment?

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Though buyers are gaining more bargaining power in a rebalancing market, the majority of homeowners are holding onto their homes not just due to a lack of buyer demand, but also because many locked in ultra low mortgage rates last year and are still picking up significant equity.

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Contractor Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Looking to raise the global Living Standard, USGBC gathered in Chicago to explore the connection of the built environment to climate change, health, human rights and equity.

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BD+C

MARCH 28, 2023

The widely held belief that the built environment is fundamentally abstract—a neutral composition of form and material—doesn’t hold up to scrutiny. Early critiques of this idea emphasized physical accessibility, noting that mobility-challenged individuals perceive inaccessible environments as barriers to full social and personal development.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 2, 2018

“BRE is at the cutting edge of transforming buildings for the future and in creating the Ethical Labor Sourcing Standard, BRE shines at the forefront of sustainability by acting beyond reproach in all aspects of the built environment and genuinely building a better world together.”. These modern enactments by government are only a small step.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 25, 2020

It deals with innovative new technologies to help positively impact the environment we live in and can take many forms such as architecture, civil engineering, renewable energy sources, and more. Environmental engineers work to prevent , control or remediate any hazards to the environment using their engineering expertise. Doshion Ltd.

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BD+C

JANUARY 25, 2024

“This opportunity to serve my profession beautifully aligns with my overarching mission to improve people’s lives through design, fostering a shared vision of a future built environment that nurtures progress, equity, and sustainability for all,” Dowdell added.

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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.

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SAB Magazine

DECEMBER 30, 2015

Environment, Equity, Infrastructure. Triple Threat or Triple Bottom Line. These are three key challenges standing in the way of reshaping Canada’s aging urban [and suburban] fabric into more livable and resilient districts.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 19, 2022

DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) programs and practices help build a stronger and more resilient workforce to weather the labor shortage. . Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Definition According to the Pros . My organization has a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment. This is most likely not new news to you.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 1, 2015

And then this month, Delos announced that it has completed an equity investment raise of $108 Million where Jeff Vinik and Cascade Investment, LLC (owned by Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates) were the lead investors. The IWBI is a public benefit corporation whose mission is to improve human health and wellbeing through the built environment.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 15, 2023

During that process, we transfer equity to those families and we’re also able to reduce monthly mortgage payments. If a property is financially underwater, we absorb the negative equity. JG: It absolutely is made harder by the current environment because interest rates are always higher on those smaller balanced loans.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 26, 2022

Over the last few years, many architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) companies have started to take a serious look at diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives. Firms work so hard to attract diverse talent, they often forget it’s essential to foster an environment of real inclusion.

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Stok

JANUARY 29, 2020

As transparency and social justice remain growing priorities for businesses, it’s important for companies to consider how they’re addressing equity in the workplace. From zero carbon to biophilic design , our industry is continually pushing for buildings that actively improve our environments rather than maintain the status quo.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

It also must meet the standards for the Red List-compliant materials and quality of its indoor environment. Materials – uses only products that are safe for all species. The post Coating for sustainability appeared first on Construction Specifier.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 4, 2022

The effects of heat have negative outcomes for health and well-being, social equity, energy use and peak demand, resilience of health, transportation and electrical infrastructure, crime, education, and productivity. By Kurt Shickman. Rising temperatures are quickly becoming a key challenge for cities and urbanized areas. percent by 2100.

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Stok

OCTOBER 12, 2021

By incorporating design features that are third-party verified to both support human health and the natural environment, the campus is a physical manifestation of the need for alignment between healthy people and a healthy environment. Stok is reimagining the built environment. ABOUT STOK.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 8, 2022

For Olsen, he believes that the focus has to be placed on putting women in leadership positions to foster a welcoming environment and to help foster support for women-led organizations. . In addition to bringing more women into the construction workforce, there has to be an importance placed on retention. It’s not just up to them, though.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

These stats may be tough to swallow, but the good news is there are actions we can take as an industry to offset our negative impact on the environment. The Kendeda project also prioritized equity by providing job opportunities for community members who were struggling to find work. This creative solution also saved the project money.

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Stok

MAY 25, 2021

Once again, Living Future 2021 convened a brilliant group of thought leaders and practitioners to discuss the intersection of climate, health, and equity in the built environment. 1: PUBLIC POLICY MUST ACCELERATE THE DECARBONIZATION OF THE U.S. ENERGY SYSTEM. A new report, Accelerating Decarbonization of the U.S.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 27, 2023

For these reasons (and so much more), construction businesses must focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) and ensure that every employee feels included and represented. Maggie Farrell , Diversity & HR Manager at S. Wilson & Co. shares valuable insights and examples of how companies can improve their initiatives.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 25, 2016

While buildings and the construction of buildings provide countless benefits to human beings far beyond merely providing shelter, voluntary stewardship of the environment through green building can save the planet.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 10, 2024

He continued, "Usually, we're in a contained environment on a one jobsite. The good news is that many of those conversations are already happening, particularly in the context of diversity, equity, and inclusion. He is also a firm believer in building a supportive work environment and leadership development.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 24, 2018

While that means there’s still some work to be done in terms of pay equity, it also means construction could be an appealing career for many women. The positive news, though, is that the pay gap in construction is significantly lower than in almost all other industries, with women earning 95.7 percent of what men do.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 16, 2023

In the Finance category, finalists include organizations focused on construction financing, shared-equity models, and renter programs that support increased savings and equity. zoning codes through a first-of-its-kind user-friendly online resource.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

The advancement of AR/VR technology in higher education is introducing a new learning experience and environment, and institutions are quickly adapting to change. Creating the Metaversity can be a critical justice, equity, diversity and inclusion (J.E.D.I.) Gen Z, the visual learners, will take advantage of this new paradigm.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

MARCH 7, 2023

” How to be More Equitable when Bringing Teams Together Solving issues like gender diversity entails going beyond equity. “It’s the idea of equitable, not just equity,” says Camille. ” She continues, “How can we start adjusting long work hours to tailor more to a better work-life balance?”

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 5, 2022

GSR is made up of four pillars: People (diversity, equity, and inclusion), Partners, the supplier diversity pillar, the Planet (which is built around sustainable living and building), and Philanthropy (which includes our foundation and community initiatives). It is not exclusively about representation, but also about equity and inclusion.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 22, 2023

Evan, on the other hand, joined the Autodesk Technology Centers Outsight Network as a resident to test Skanska’s use of Spot, the robot dog from Boston Dynamics, in a controlled environment. You can learn even more about this initiative in Episode 47 of our podcas t. And I think that’s impressive from that generation.”

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Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2023

Housing Navigator Massachusetts Cambridge, Massachusetts | Public Policy and Regulatory Reform Category Housing Navigator Massachusetts connects people to places to call home, adding transparency and equity to the too-often burdensome process of finding an affordable home.

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 14, 2019

have been criticized for not going far enough to address, and will almost certainly find their way into the next generation rating system, it is social equity and matters of occupant health. Many see diametrically opposed views on the environment shaping different visions for the future of LEED.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 29, 2021

Many people can relate to feeling unwelcome in an environment when they don’t see themselves represented. These feelings stem from recognizing that this environment may not be open or accessible.? ? . Library is just one example of the strides the construction industry is making in encouraging diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 14, 2023

Show how a common data environment (CDE) changed how stakeholders work together, and how are you adopting industrialized construction methodologies. Here you can share your adoption story on how you scaled technology on a project or across your organisation. Think about who your potential panellists might be and what topics they may discuss.

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