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US solar installations hit record in Q3, but slowdown expected starting in 2026: report
As supply constraints ease, the Solar Energy Industries Association and Wood Mackenzie project that limited availability of other components will hamper installation growth.
By Diana DiGangi • Dec. 11, 2023 -
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 Sebastian Obando • Dec. 6, 2023 -
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 -
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 -
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 Julie Strupp • Nov. 30, 2023 -
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 -
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 Sebastian Obando • Nov. 21, 2023 -
Regional Report
Civil work, sustainability lead Seattle construction market
As infrastructure and public works projects bolster the Emerald City, private construction has weakened.
By Matthew Thibault • Nov. 20, 2023 -
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 -
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 Julie Strupp • Nov. 15, 2023 -
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 -
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 Julie Strupp • Nov. 9, 2023 -
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 Matthew Thibault • Nov. 3, 2023 -
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 Matthew Thibault • Nov. 3, 2023 -
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 -
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 Matthew Thibault • Oct. 24, 2023 -
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 Julie Strupp • Oct. 23, 2023 -
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 -
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 Sebastian Obando • Oct. 17, 2023 -
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 -
Top construction events for the second half of 2024
It’s time to plan ahead. Construction Dive has you covered with a full list of industry conferences, expos and meetings on tap for the rest of the year.
By Matthew Thibault • Updated April 30, 2024 -
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 Sebastian Obando • Oct. 10, 2023 -
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 Matthew Thibault • Oct. 6, 2023 -
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 Julie Strupp • Oct. 5, 2023 -
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 Julie Strupp • Oct. 3, 2023