Sustainability & Resilience: Page 5

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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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    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
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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
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    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 • Updated April 30, 2024
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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
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    Project Wins

    AECOM JV to lead $2.6B Virginia resilience project

    The mega-contractor, along with Moffatt & Nichol and Volkert, will provide program and project management services to protect Norfolk from storm risk and sea-level rise due to climate change.

    By • Sept. 28, 2023
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    Bracing for rising seas, a Hawaii county makes builders prep for year 2100

    Kaua’i County is one of the nation’s first to base construction regulations on projected sea-level rise. A planning official explains how others could follow.

    By Ysabelle Kempe • Sept. 27, 2023
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    Project Wins

    Tutor Perini lands $47M Everglades National Park job

    The contractor will build a new visitor center able to withstand hurricane-force winds, a bulkhead and docks at the southern Florida site. 

    By • Sept. 22, 2023
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    C.W. Driver caps $70M UC Santa Barbara pavilion

    The LEED-Gold structure is powered by clean energy and includes 1,700 new bicycle parking spots.

    By • Sept. 19, 2023
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    Q&A

    Atlanta construction exec deals with supply chain snarls

    DPR Construction’s Kali Bonnell sees positive indicators for the industry, including a strong pipeline of projects.

    By • Sept. 19, 2023
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    Building codes aren’t climate ready, but changes are coming

    Risk is growing from flooding and wildfires, said National Institute of Building Sciences panelists, and builders are relying on outdated guidance.

    By • Sept. 14, 2023
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    Executive Moves

    California environmental contractor taps tech exec for digital growth

    Brown and Caldwell is enlisting data in its fight against the effects of climate change, an increasingly critical area for clients. 

    By • Sept. 13, 2023