America’s aging water infrastructure faces new threats

The U.S. urgently needs to increase funding to shore up facilities, experts say, as climate change and emerging contaminants like PFAS pose growing threats.

By Julie Strupp • April 1, 2025

America’s infrastructure notches first-ever ‘C’ grade

Federal funding from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act helped lift the condition of many categories in the American Society of Civil Engineers’ new report card.

By Julie Strupp • March 25, 2025

EPA announces review of WOTUS rule

Industry associations applauded the agency’s move to reduce permitting costs with its new definition.

By Mary Salmonsen • March 19, 2025

Up to $51B in transportation grant awards at risk, advocacy group says

Transportation for America analyzed a leaked DOT policy memo that targets road safety, bicycle and electric vehicle infrastructure projects.

By Dan Zukowski • March 18, 2025

IRA credits, energy demand continue to drive renewables investments

Despite the Trump administration’s focus on fossil fuels and opposition to the IRA, analysts anticipate the renewables market will continue benefiting from high energy demand.

By Diana DiGangi • March 14, 2025

Top construction-related podcasts

The AEC industry boasts a vast offering of informative, on-demand programs. Here are some to add to your playlist.

By Matthew Thibault • Updated March 27, 2025

Builders, owners remain bullish on sustainability despite Trump changes

While the White House has targeted funds connected to clean energy and sustainability projects, contractors have been following another set of orders: those of their customers.

By Matthew Thibault • March 5, 2025

$295M Texas water reuse project breaks ground

A PCL-Sundt team will build El Paso’s Pure Water Center, the country’s first direct-to-distribution reuse facility.

By Julie Strupp • March 4, 2025

Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro sues Trump administration, citing frozen IRA funding

The state’s agencies have limited access to over $3.1 billion in funding for activities including distributed solar deployment, well plugging and weatherization, according to the lawsuit.

By Diana DiGangi • Feb. 18, 2025

PCL, Stantec selected for $121M San Francisco biogas build

The project will help convert a byproduct of wastewater treatment into a usable source of renewable energy.

By Matthew Thibault • Feb. 10, 2025

Boston expands net-zero emissions requirements to new buildings, large additions

The zoning change requires most new buildings to be net zero when they open. The city previously set similar performance standards for existing buildings.

By Joe Burns • Feb. 5, 2025

How California wildfires are affecting supply chains

While no major warehouse impacts have been reported, a spike in building materials demand could create shortages.

By Alejandra Carranza • Jan. 31, 2025

Why navigating uncertainty will be key to construction gains in 2025

JLL’s Louis Molinini walks through the impacts of the new administration, higher material prices and a continued focus on resilience for contractors.

By Louis Molinini • Jan. 30, 2025

Circularity, sustainability provide opportunities: VC lead

Eduardo Gomez, the head of CRH Ventures, said the firm uses its accelerator programs to find standout startups and potential business partners.

By Matthew Thibault • Jan. 29, 2025

Skanska, Fluor launch online sustainability education program

The platform is designed to share knowledge and promote collaboration on supply chain challenges.

By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 28, 2025

Trump orders NEPA changes, faster energy project permits

In executive orders signed on Monday, the president prioritized oil, gas, nuclear, coal, hydropower, biofuel and critical mineral efforts, but wind and solar were notably left out.

By Julie Strupp • Jan. 23, 2025

LA fires damage power, sewer and water infrastructure

AccuWeather says total costs could range between $250 billion and $275 billion, including rebuilding and economic loss, making these the most expensive fires in U.S. history.

By Julie Strupp • Jan. 14, 2025

Biden vows to speed permitting for data centers, clean energy

A Tuesday executive order designed to facilitate the growth of AI in the U.S. makes federal land available for these types of projects.

By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 14, 2025

The blueprint for success in mega water projects

More water projects are valued in the billions. Learn why these complex builds require a specialized team.

Jan. 13, 2025

5 ways Trump could impact infrastructure construction in 2025

The incoming administration promises new policies that could affect permits, materials, labor and project funding.

By Julie Strupp • Jan. 7, 2025

Turner lands $158M California emergency operations project

The state center to enhance disaster response capabilities across Southern California includes an office building, warehouse and energy infrastructure.

By Joe Bousquin • Updated Dec. 19, 2024

Justices could scale back environmental law in NEPA case

The National Environmental Policy Act has become an important tool for obstruction by certain groups, according to a veteran appellate advocate.

By David Weisenfeld • Dec. 13, 2024

BOEM issues final federal permit for US Wind’s 2-GW Maryland offshore wind project

The wind farm will be a first for the state and will bolster the offshore wind supply chain, according to the Oceantic Network.

By Emma Penrod • Dec. 10, 2024

Trump’s push for deregulation a double-edged sword for construction

The president-elect’s focus on slashing red tape could be problematic for contractors and developers, writes a construction risk management expert.

By Christopher Ward • Dec. 5, 2024

Jacobs starts $740M water recycling plant in LA

The Donald C. Tillman Water Reclamation Plant will provide a drought-resistant drinking water supply for Southern California’s San Fernando Valley.

By Julie Strupp • Dec. 3, 2024