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Engineering, construction and consulting company Black & Veatch recently issued a report that details the company’s efforts across seven environmental, social and governance commitment areas aligned with the United Nations SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals). MORE
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) has recently released new design guidelines to integrate NYCHA properties into a larger community and reduce their environmental impact. MORE
We need to overcome this in order to build the smart, resilient, sustainable infrastructure that we need. Use hashtags #construction #IoT #sustainability #AI #5G #cloud #edge #futureofwork #infrastructure. MORE
Read: City Of Santa Fe Earns Sustainability Certification at BusinessFacilities.com. The New Mexico city is only the second in the world to achieve LEED Gold status under the USGBC's more stringent LEED v4.1 rating system. MORE
When specifying flooring, one should consider both sustainability and performance. These factors not only contribute to the sustainability of the flooring, but how it performs. The materiality of different resilient flooring products may alter some perceptions regarding sustainability. MORE
And while there is no doubt that the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals will review these verdicts, including how statutory damages caps reduce the amounts actually collectible, these cases present a harsh reality of farms being pushed to respond to demand for sustainable agricultural products while battling nuisance claims brought by carpetbagger trial lawyers on behalf of city slickers who have moved to rural farm communities. MORE
Sustainability is going to impact every business in construction—and sustainability and our infrastructure are intrinsically connected. Use hashtags #construction #IoT #sustainability #AI #5G #cloud #edge #futureofwork #infrastructure #digitaltransformation #digitaltwin. MORE
These initiatives represent a continuation of the company’s sustainability efforts since 2004, which have already driven a more than 90% reduction in the greenhouse gas intensity of its operations and facilities. Companies are creators and users. MORE
Nominate Your Company's Sustainability VIP. Special section recognizing the industry’s foremost leaders of sustainable practices & programs. Sustainable cities and communities. sustainability. sustainability VIP. sustainable. MORE
Thus, the questions that linger for many corporate owners and facilities managers for 2021 are: how do we get people back to their offices in a safe and sustainable way? The post Sustainability and Smarts Collide in Construction appeared first on Constructech. MORE
First up, sustainability. Peggy Smedley penned a very interesting blog last week about the IoT in sustainability and the circular economy. She says a circular economy “pursues responsible consumption and production to ultimately create a more sustainable earth.” MORE
Billionaire Marc Lore has unveiled the plan to build a sustainable city, called Telosa, in the US. The former Walmart executive plans to build a. MORE
It takes a network to maintain sustainability. From the mining or harvesting of the raw materials, to the production of components and their assembly into the final structure, sustainability must be considered. The post Sustainability Requires a Network appeared first on Constructech. MORE
So, the core goal of most industrial coatings is sustainability. All of these sustainability requirements have restricted the use of solvent-borne products, forcing the industry to come up with inventive, low-emitting coating systems. All images courtesy Tnemec Company, Inc. MORE
Site & Landscaping Dermot Sweeny Re-designing for the conservation of resources Re-development of suburban land Re-imagining infrastructure Re-thinking conventions SabMagazine sustainable architecture and building sustainable solutions Sustainable Suburbs The Spectrum Square project transformative urban centres MORE
At the same time, we need to do it in a way that is sustainable. Will this be enough to support our growing population in a way that is sustainable for both future and current generations? The post Building Up Sustainable Infrastructure appeared first on Constructech. MORE
At the onset of this year, we recognized that 2020 would be the decade of enterprise sustainability —and it seems even amid a pandemic that trend continues to hold strong. Meanwhile, construction companies , such as Bechtel , have impressive sustainability policies and targets. MORE
A recent research study found that 81% of companies are more focused on sustainability today than they were three years ago. 1 Corporations are under pressure to operate more efficiently, spurring growth in sustainable warehousing/distribution centers. MORE
I want to learn which materials are generally used in sustainable concrete and why. The post Materials Used in Sustainable Concrete? appeared first MORE
These include a greater focus on clean energy across the globe, interest from the homeowners themselves for more sustainable solutions, a greater drive to use more technologies in the home, and heightened regulations. The post Sustainability and Your Home appeared first on Constructech. MORE
In tandem, energy use and costs rose dramatically, causing builders to rethink methods and materials for making homes adaptable and sustainable for the long-term. Momentum of Sustainability Regulations. A More Sustainable Future. MORE
Sustainable Homes promotes a far better quality of life and involves less waste, higher responsibility, lower life-cycle environmental impacts, less maintenance, and a lot of utilization of eco-friendly resources. MORE
Once a construction related enterprise discards the Backwards Bike and embraces a Smart Built Culture innovation must become second nature and a great way to create and sustain a culture of innovation is to launch an in-house Innovation Center. Innovation in business revolves around creation of value. Exercises that fail to add value to an enterprise rarely qualify as innovation. In construction much of what passes for "innovation" involves nibbling at the edges of existing problems. MORE
More specifically, the industry may see a greater focus on sustainable infrastructure. The ASCE is currently conducting a public comment period on the Standard Requirements for Sustainable Infrastructure. MORE
If we want to be more sustainable, minimize waste, and use up fewer natural resources, we must first start with the materials we are using. Consider the recent example from GCP Applied Technologies and Athena Sustainable Materials Institute , which is a nonprofit research collaborative. MORE
An online Jobsite Sustainability portal from Green Badger , a cloud-based LEED certification solution provider for the construction industry might be the answer. The Jobsite Sustainability portal streamlines and automates that process for builders and general contractors. MORE
Sustainability VIPs 2021. As the demand for more sustainable building continues to increase, and the practice of green building becomes increasingly more profitable, construction today is positioned to lead the world by example. Alex Headley. Wed, 09/01/2021 - 07:30. MORE
Almost on cue (despite being in the works for more than 4 years), Leonardo Academy has announced that its LEO 4000 National Sustainable Agriculture Standard is now available for use. Leonardo Academy is well respected, including for its work on the LEED Existing Building standard, for its non-profit model of “leveraging the competitive market to advance sustainability.”. LEO 4000 responds by defining “what constitutes sustainable agriculture.”. MORE
Top Sustainable Features Buyers Want. When provided with the option, the majority of buyers say they would choose sustainable options, such as passive solar design and durable materials. Sustainability. Sustainability cbroderick. Fri, 02/12/2021 - 09:06. MORE
A company register for sustainability is being established by a Berlin-based start-up, ecosearch , that will enable companies to communicate their sustainability efforts to consumers. The company aims to turn sustainability into an attractive competitive advantage. MORE
Builders are finding that a focus on sustainability improves their chances for repeated business as owners find cost savings in energy usage a major benefit of “going green.”. Use hashtags #construction #IoT #sustainability #AI #5G #cloud #edge #futureofwork #infrastructure. MORE
Construction Engineering & Management Nanotechnology for Sustainable Construction sustainable construction Use of Nanomaterials with Construction Materials Use of Nanotechnology for energy savings Use of Nanotechnology for fire protection MORE
In a dramatic shift the fastest growing environmental issue in 2018 is sustainable business practices. What are fast growing and emergent are sustainable business practices. Barron’s earlier this month published an article about environmental, social and governance issues, “The New Allure of Sustainable Investing.” There is a definite gender difference and woman are much more interested in sustainability than men. MORE
Building a Sustainable, Scalable & Sellable Construction Company. Building a sustainable, scalable and sellable business is something all business owners should strive for. Alex Headley. Tue, 09/28/2021 - 13:34. MORE
This contemporary Australian home by Sustainable Building and Design, completed in 2020, showcases what is possible when sustainability is the goal. The post Sustainable Building and Design in Australia appeared first on Natural Building Blog. MORE
However, its operation is a key cause of climate change and the environmental impact is driving industry and governments to seek sustainable cooling and heating solutions, such as heat pumps and heat pump water heaters, along with variable speed compressors. MORE
We speak of sustainability in our buildings and infrastructure but rarely in terms of our businesses and policies. CHA believes that sustainability is fundamental to the way it should approach everything they do. The post Internal Sustainability appeared first on Constructech. MORE
Governments and agencies around the world have formulated approaches to sustainability and environmental mitigation to address climate change and other potential economic and health issues. Incorporating sustainability principles into all project execution manuals. MORE
What can be done to make infrastructure more sustainable? For the last decade, AIT Bridges and ISI have both advocated for more sustainable practices in the infrastructure industry and this collaboration should help drive sustainability and resiliency. MORE
What can the built industry do to encourage sustainability in multifamily housing complexes in the Cincinnati area? Join us next Friday, February 17, 2017 as Collaborative Construction and Benjamin Yocum & Heather joined forces with BrainBox and others to discuss Managing Sustainability in Multifamily Units in Cincinnati. MORE
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If we want to be more sustainable, minimize waste, and use up fewer natural resources, we must first start with the materials we are using. Consider the recent example from GCP Applied Technologies and Athena Sustainable Materials Institute , which is a nonprofit research collaborative.
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At the same time, we need to do it in a way that is sustainable. Will this be enough to support our growing population in a way that is sustainable for both future and current generations? The post Building Up Sustainable Infrastructure appeared first on Constructech.
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An online Jobsite Sustainability portal from Green Badger , a cloud-based LEED certification solution provider for the construction industry might be the answer. The Jobsite Sustainability portal streamlines and automates that process for builders and general contractors.
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It takes a network to maintain sustainability. From the mining or harvesting of the raw materials, to the production of components and their assembly into the final structure, sustainability must be considered. The post Sustainability Requires a Network appeared first on Constructech.
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Engineering, construction and consulting company Black & Veatch recently issued a report that details the company’s efforts across seven environmental, social and governance commitment areas aligned with the United Nations SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals).
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So, the core goal of most industrial coatings is sustainability. All of these sustainability requirements have restricted the use of solvent-borne products, forcing the industry to come up with inventive, low-emitting coating systems. All images courtesy Tnemec Company, Inc.
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First up, sustainability. Peggy Smedley penned a very interesting blog last week about the IoT in sustainability and the circular economy. She says a circular economy “pursues responsible consumption and production to ultimately create a more sustainable earth.”
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Almost on cue (despite being in the works for more than 4 years), Leonardo Academy has announced that its LEO 4000 National Sustainable Agriculture Standard is now available for use. Leonardo Academy is well respected, including for its work on the LEED Existing Building standard, for its non-profit model of “leveraging the competitive market to advance sustainability.”. LEO 4000 responds by defining “what constitutes sustainable agriculture.”.
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Governments and agencies around the world have formulated approaches to sustainability and environmental mitigation to address climate change and other potential economic and health issues. Incorporating sustainability principles into all project execution manuals.
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In tandem, energy use and costs rose dramatically, causing builders to rethink methods and materials for making homes adaptable and sustainable for the long-term. Momentum of Sustainability Regulations. A More Sustainable Future.
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However, its operation is a key cause of climate change and the environmental impact is driving industry and governments to seek sustainable cooling and heating solutions, such as heat pumps and heat pump water heaters, along with variable speed compressors.
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At the onset of this year, we recognized that 2020 would be the decade of enterprise sustainability —and it seems even amid a pandemic that trend continues to hold strong. Meanwhile, construction companies , such as Bechtel , have impressive sustainability policies and targets.
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And while there is no doubt that the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals will review these verdicts, including how statutory damages caps reduce the amounts actually collectible, these cases present a harsh reality of farms being pushed to respond to demand for sustainable agricultural products while battling nuisance claims brought by carpetbagger trial lawyers on behalf of city slickers who have moved to rural farm communities.
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Thus, the questions that linger for many corporate owners and facilities managers for 2021 are: how do we get people back to their offices in a safe and sustainable way? The post Sustainability and Smarts Collide in Construction appeared first on Constructech.
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