Green Building
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Q&AHow connected devices are driving a new wave of data center construction
While demand for massive data centers is subsiding, smaller facilities with better geographic spread will need to come online to support video streaming, smart devices, 5G and more, says DPR Construction's Tom Maples.
By Kathleen Brown • Jan. 30, 2019
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Nod given to what could be US' tallest mass timber building
The 21-story Milwaukee project demonstrates that mass timber allowances in the next edition of the International Building Code could see more wood high-rise proposals approved across U.S. cities.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 29, 2019
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Deep DiveHow tech giants are driving US construction trends
While HQ2s and office projects draw the most eyeballs, companies like Amazon, Apple and Microsoft are driving construction outside cities and across the country in the form of data centers, warehouses and more.
By Kathleen Brown • Jan. 23, 2019
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New York's Cuomo proposes $150B, 5-year infrastructure plan
The governor's proposed fiscal year 2020 budget also includes transportation funds and legislation to expand the use of the design-build project delivery method, among other provisions.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 22, 2019
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Repairing Puerto Rico's schools post-Maria will cost $11B, take 7 years
The money the U.S. territory is counting on could be diverted to pay for wall construction along the U.S.-Mexico border if the president declares a national emergency.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 16, 2019
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Trump planning another pass at $1T infrastructure package
A massive program of infrastructure construction and rehabilitation was one of the linchpins of President Donald Trump's 2016 campaign but the initiative has not yet come to fruition.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 07, 2018
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Half of industry expects majority of projects to be 'green' in 3 years
The Dodge Data & Analytics study also revealed that although green building techniques are increasing, not everyone is pursuing third-party certification.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 16, 2018
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ICC releases collaborative 2018 green building code
The unified green building code — which addresses topics such as energy efficiency, water safety, land use, site development and building performance — is meant to make it easier for jurisdictions and contractors.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 13, 2018
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What you need to know about green building and sustainability
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By Kathleen Brown • Oct. 30, 2018
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6 green certifications contractors should know about
Though they trail LEED and Energy Star, several other unique benchmarks for building in a way that is healthy for both occupants and the environment are gaining ground and can't be ignored.
By Kim Slowey • Oct. 29, 2018
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10 contractors profiting from sustainable building
These are the industry leaders, per ENR revenue rankings, that are implementing sustainable practices in innovative, effective ways.
By Kathleen Brown • Oct. 29, 2018
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Deep DiveMass timber's striking case for sustainability
As mass timber lays claim to increasingly innovative technology and prefabrication, it also hopes to get an edge up on its traditional building material counterparts through its lower carbon footprint and renewability traits.
By Laurie Cowin • Oct. 26, 2018
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OpinionAR, VR to drive efficiencies at every building phase
From increasing stakeholders' confidence to ensuring changes are error-free, the benefits of augmented and virtual reality will soon extend from design to operations stages, writes Microdesk CEO and principal Michael DeLacey.
By Michael DeLacey
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Cement faces special challenges in quest for sustainability
With each ton of the nearly 3 billion tons of cement produced per year globally releasing one ton of carbon dioxide, manufacturers are ramping up approaches to finding alternative methods and materials.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 20, 2018
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MIT class designs 82,000-square-foot mass timber prototype
The more tall wood structures that can be built and safely occupied, the better the chances that building codes will eventually change, a research scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology said.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 13, 2018
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New Orleans eschews new water management techniques in $2B post-Katrina program
The city claims the scope of Federal Emergency Management Agency funds for hurricane repairs doesn't allow for eco-conscious water management systems.
By Kim Slowey • July 31, 2018
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Q&ASmartLAM head: The US is ready for cross-laminated timber
Adoption has been slow, Casey Malmquist said, but now, "that's all changing," especially after initiatives like the 2015 International Building Code made more allowances for mass timber.
By Laurie Cowin • July 30, 2018
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BREEAM New Construction standard launched in US
United Kingdom-based Building Research Establishment teamed with architecture, engineering and design firm HOK to introduce a green building certification program for the U.S. market.
By Kim Slowey • June 22, 2018
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Deep DiveThe smart buildings dilemma: Redevelop or start fresh?
Adding technology to an older structure can make the building more efficient and boost occupant productivity, but new construction may be a better option.
By Chris Teale • May 30, 2018
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Microsoft, PCL Construction to develop cloud-based smart building solution
Microsoft claims its cloud and Internet of Things technologies will increase operating efficiency and lower costs.
By Kathleen Brown • May 09, 2018
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Deep DiveCities are 3-D printing their way to more sustainable futures
The disruptive, fascinating technology could revolutionize the construction industry and make cities' infrastructure more resilient and affordable.
By Katie Pyzyk • April 11, 2018
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OpinionThe case for constructing resource-efficient buildings
Andy Feth of C.W. Driver Companies writes that a holistic approach to building offers competitive advantages and long-term cost savings.
By Andy Feth
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Zero-energy buildings see big boost
Solar panels, efficient heat pumps, radiant cooling systems and techniques that improve building envelopes all contribute to green building's continuing rise.
By Laurie Cowin • March 14, 2018
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Report: Global construction waste will almost double by 2025
Lack of global recycling standards is one hurdle the construction waste market faces in its efforts to reduce the amount of material that ends up in landfills.
By Kim Slowey • March 13, 2018
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Opinion5 tips for winning a LEED project
Green Badger founder and CEO Tommy Linstroth discusses how firms can set their LEED project proposals apart from the competition.
By Tommy Linstroth