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Cool roofs 101: Planning and specification considerations

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Photo courtesy Chemical Fabrics and Film Association (CFFA). 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. Average extreme heat days by decade.

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Digital Builder Ep 55: Sparking a Passion for Construction in Younger Generations 

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Whether it’s exploring ideas on the future of design or testing new methods of production, these centers are a connection engine where teams can combine cross-industry expertise with hands-on construction and fabrication. Both Evan and Fope have work and projects connected to the Technology Center in Boston.

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Top 30 Construction Classes at Autodesk University 2021

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Building a quality material and model library . Not only will you learn about MEP coordination from the subcontractor’s perspective, you’ll also discover how to use Revit and Fabrication CADMEP to achieve a high level of detail in the coordination process. Find out how to start fabrication faster and respond to bids sooner.

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Texas Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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The bill also amends the margin calculation accordingly for equity. Providing companies a choice between a franchise tax credit and a sales tax exemption for materials, software and equipment used for R&D purposes.

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Cracking the code of affordable housing

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In the same month, Private Equity Real Estate (PERE) reported that 85% of new rental housing being developed in the U.S. Each time, it involves a different mix of government policy and investment with private development and equity. is priced in the luxury bracket, though just 15% of renters can afford it.

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North Dakota Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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New Venture Capital Fund: The New Venture Capital Program is an innovative financial program that provides flexible financing through debt and equity investments for new or expanding businesses in the state of North Dakota. Value-Added Agriculture Equity Loan Program (Envest): The borrower must be a North Dakota resident.

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North Dakota Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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New Venture Capital Fund: The New Venture Capital Program is an innovative financial program that provides flexible financing through debt and equity investments for new or expanding businesses in the state of North Dakota. Value-Added Agriculture Equity Loan Program (Envest): The borrower must be a North Dakota resident.