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Union Calls For Fracking Freeze

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Unifor, Canada’s largest energy union, is calling for a Canada-wide moratorium on all new oil and gas fracking. The safety risks are also a major concern for our union,” said Unifor National President Jerry Dias. Unconventional gas fracking has the potential to have catastrophic effects on our environment and economy.

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The UK Sets the Scene for Mandatory ESG Laws in the Western World

Green Building Law Update

await action by the federal government on mandatory ESG laws, the United Kingdom has become the first European Union country to enact mandatory ESG disclosure laws. As we in the U.S.

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The Road to Recovery in Detroit

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

auto industry, Chrysler made a bold commitment to continue building its most profitable and recognizable vehicle in the city that long ago put cars on the map. The 4,600 workers currently employed at the plant are expected to produce nearly 300,000 vehicles this year, generating an estimated $2 billion in annual profits.

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Business Report: Illinois Leaders Form Non-Profit to Spur Job Creation

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Bruce Rauner recently announced that leaders at the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity and business stakeholders will collaborate in organizing a newly formed private, non-profit organization focusing exclusively on increasing Illinois’ competitiveness for job creation and investment. Palatine Road.

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Planet of the Humans

Natural Building

We need to be aware of possible green-washing by corporate extractive industries, who will take advantage of any possible angle that might influence the public to accept their profit driven plans. Because that would be bad for profits, bad for business. Why is this not THE issue?

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Seven Construction Associations You Should Consider Joining

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Union organizations are not listed here, but also provide many similar benefits to members. Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) : A trade association based on the merit shop philosophy, ABC helps members develop people, win work and deliver work safely, ethically and profitably. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).

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Elements of a Cost Estimate

Construction Cost Estimating

To determine any craft rate, whether union or open shop, the estimator should start with the basic wages and fringe benefits. Subcontractor Quotes : A subcontractor quote, like the general estimate, contains labor, material, equipment, indirect costs, and profit. developed in an authentic way just like any other part of an estimate.