Green Building: Page 2

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    Project Wins

    Meta selects DPR for $1B Arizona data center

    The campus, which the contractor expects to complete in 2026, will use 12,000 tons of steel, 600 miles of framing studs and 700 acres of drywall.

    By • Dec. 6, 2023
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    AI-driven approaches can expedite building decarbonization: McKinsey

    Machine learning, artificial intelligence and physics-based models can accelerate net-zero efforts, providing a more than 100-fold increase in the pace and scale of decarbonization, according to the consulting firm.

    By Nish Amarnath • Dec. 6, 2023
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    Demand for sustainable buildings outstripping supply: JLL

    Rising demand has led to an over 7% rental premium on green-certified office buildings across major markets in the U.S. and Canada.

    By Nish Amarnath • Dec. 1, 2023
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    Q&A

    The future of infrastructure is green, AECOM exec says

    Public policy and new tech, including AI, are driving resilience projects in Southern California, said Los Angeles Metro Executive and Strategy + Growth Leader Jill Kurth.

    By • Nov. 30, 2023
  • Ascent Construction Inc. Project size: 24,046 square feet. Products used: SLR II roof system. Tech Four wall system.
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    Sponsored by BlueScope Buildings North America

    Capability, creativity and low carbon: 3 ways steel buildings deliver opportunities

    Practical and durable building approaches that can reduce carbon emissions and enhance energy efficiency in low-rise, steel commercial buildings.

    Nov. 27, 2023
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    EE Cruz wins $251M Hudson River resiliency project

    The undertaking is the firm’s second major flood mitigation job — it also worked on the $631 million North and West Battery Park City project.

    By • Nov. 21, 2023
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    Regional Report

    Civil work, sustainability lead Seattle construction market

    As infrastructure and public works projects bolster the Emerald City, private construction has weakened.

    By • Nov. 20, 2023
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    DOE proposes easing environmental reviews for certain storage, solar, transmission projects

    The proposed “categorical exclusions” would speed project reviews, the Department of Energy said Thursday.

    By Ethan Howland • Nov. 17, 2023
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    AECOM’s profits plunge on higher revenue, backlog

    CEO Troy Rudd said the strong U.S. dollar, which erodes the value of international contracts paid with foreign currency, impacted results.

    By • Nov. 15, 2023
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    Biden announces $6B for climate resilience as report warns of ‘insufficient’ adaptation

    The funding is for projects that reduce flood risk, strengthen the electric grid and address communities’ environmental justice needs.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • Nov. 14, 2023
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    WSP’s profit, revenue, backlog up in Q3

    The Montreal-based firm sees a positive outlook for its green transition work and reaffirmed the guidance that it raised last quarter.

    By • Nov. 9, 2023
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    Turkish firm taps Bechtel for Texas solar project

    Sabanci Renewables plans to invest between $220 million to $250 million in its newly acquired Oriana Solar facility.

    By • Nov. 3, 2023
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    5 award-winning mass timber designs

    The proposals demonstrate innovation in the use of the sustainable material and shared in a prize pool worth $2.2 million.

    By • Nov. 3, 2023
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    Sponsored by Portland Cement Association

    Three steps to sustainability: How the cement and concrete industry can become carbon neutral by 2050

    Is carbon neutrality really achievable for something as messy as the cement and concrete industry? It’s already happening – and here are three steps to sustainability you can take right now.

    Oct. 30, 2023
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    PCL books $1B in solar work for 2023

    Amid an industrywide focus on the energy sector, the contractor plans to add 100 employees to its solar division.

    By • Oct. 24, 2023
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    9 tips to get started with low-carbon concrete

    The material is growing in popularity, but many contractors haven’t used it yet. Experts at Greenbuild offered some practical advice on how to get started.

    By • Oct. 23, 2023
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    NYC project looks to support climate law with building inspection tech

    The AI-powered technology under development detects leaks from building exteriors through robots and drone scans.

    By Nish Amarnath • Oct. 18, 2023
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    Project Wins

    CBNA, Halmar win $819M Potomac River Tunnel contract

    Both construction firms expect to begin work next year and complete the 5.5-mile-long tunnel in early 2030.

    By • Oct. 17, 2023
  • A group of young protesters marching fill the frame with signs that read "Planet Over Profit" and "Climate Justice" with a sunflower sprouting bottom to top as the "i" in climate and "t" in justice.
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    Greenwashing growing in frequency, complexity

    “Social washing,” which is when companies make misleading claims of conduct on social issues, is also on the rise, according to a new report.

    By Lamar Johnson • Oct. 13, 2023
  • A large group of people in clothes ranging from casual to business casual mill about an exhibit hall at a trade conference. Booths are set up all around them, and people mill about.
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    2024’s top construction events

    It’s time to plan for the year ahead. Construction Dive has you covered with a full list of industry conferences, expos and meetings on tap for 2024.

    By • Updated Jan. 12, 2024
  • Panelists discuss designing and building resilient waterfronts during the 2023 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo
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    Greenbuild 2023: Panelists tackle rising importance of waterfront resilience

    The discussion revolved around the unique challenges posed by waterfront projects, the significance of climate adaptation and the role of rating systems.

    By • Oct. 10, 2023
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    7 products for GCs, subs from Greenbuild

    ESG software, a waste-battling robot and a building code library were among the wares on display at the largest green building conference in the world.

    By • Oct. 6, 2023
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    MTA lags on NYC subway flooding prevention plan

    A new audit shows severe weather amplified by climate change poses a huge risk to the city’s transit system, which was swamped by a tropical rainstorm last month.

    By • Oct. 5, 2023
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    Sea-Tac gets nod for $399M expansion

    The Port of Seattle Commission green-lit the budget for the airport’s Concourse C project, which Turner Construction will build.

    By • Oct. 3, 2023
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    Greenbuild 2023: Building execs champion ESG

    Panelists at last week’s event urged contractors to craft a three-pronged strategy for environmental, social and governance initiatives.

    By • Oct. 2, 2023