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New Foundation Degree in Residential Construction at Sheffield Hallam University

Bespoke courses designed to give employees at one of Britain's biggest housebuilders the chance to study a degree, have been introduced at Sheffield Hallam University. Barratt Group has pledged to put 100 students...

16 May 2013

Fire-Resistant Terracotta and Cement Roofs at Risk of Wildfires

Although made of fire-resistant materials, terracotta and cement roof tiles are vulnerable to penetration by windblown embers generated in wildfires, according to new research findings* from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

15 May 2013

WRIT Office Buildings in Quantico Achieve LEED for Existing Building Certification

Cassidy Turley, a leading commercial real estate services provider in the U.S., and Washington Real Estate Investment Trust (WRIT), a leading owner and operator of diversified properties in the Washington, DC region, announced today that two buildings owned by WRIT, 925 Corporate Drive and 1000 Corporate Drive, are the first to achieve LEED® for Existing Building certification in Stafford County, VA. The Cassidy Turley Sustainability Services team led the effort.

15 May 2013

Johns Manville Energy-Generating and Energy-Saving Roofing Projects Win Top Honors in ARMA QARC Competition

Two Johns Manville (JM) energy-generating and energy-saving asphalt roofing projects were awarded top honors in the 2013 Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association’s (ARMA's) third annual Quality Asphalt Roofing Case Study (QARC) competition.

15 May 2013

Multi-Million Dollar Renovation Completed at The TownePlace Suites by Marriott Boulder Broomfield

The TownePlace Suites by Marriott Boulder Broomfield, located next to FlatIron Crossing Mall, is happy to announce the completion of its multi-million dollar upgrade. The extended stay Broomfield hotel's renovation added a new public space, laundry room, art program and more to create an upbeat and open feeling that adds life to a longer stay.

15 May 2013

NIST Releases Strategies to Achieve Net-Zero Energy Homes

Chances are you know how many miles your car logs for each gallon or tankful of gas, but you probably have only a foggy idea of how much energy your house consumes, even though home energy expenditures often account for a larger share of the household budget.

15 May 2013

Groundbreaking Demonstration Project for Smart-Grid, Net Zero Energy Buildings

A powerful collaboration of researchers, manufacturers and economic development officials are embarking on a groundbreaking demonstration project for smart-grid, net zero energy buildings called the GridSTAR Center — a Smart Energy Campus initiative at The Navy Yard in Philadelphia.

14 May 2013

Kinder Morgan Energy to Enhance Infrastructure at Largest Petroleum Storage Facility in North America

Kinder Morgan Energy Partners, L.P. (NYSE: KMP) today announced it will invest $106 million to purchase approximately 20 acres adjacent to its Pasadena, Texas, terminal, build nine new tanks with a storage capacity of 1.2 million barrels at its Galena Park terminal under long-term customer agreements, and construct a new barge dock that is expected to help relieve current barge congestion in the Houston Ship Channel.

14 May 2013

William Lyon Homes to Debut New Townhomes in San Diego

William Lyon Homes is gearing up for the debut of Contempo, a collection of brand new townhomes at prices to get San Diego renters moving in no time. Modern, functional designs with two-car, side-by-side garages, a charming Escondido location and easy access to local freeways will make Contempo the complete package for renters to change their personal status to owners.

14 May 2013

Paramount Ventures into Hotel Industry with DAMAC Towers by in Dubai

From ‘The Godfather’, ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’ and ‘Titanic’, Paramount Pictures has become synonymous with entertainment and above all creativity, and today the brand stands for more – adventure and escape. Now, in its 101st year, the global launch of ‘DAMAC Towers by Paramount’ in Dubai marks the company’s first venture into the hotel and real estate industry.

14 May 2013

Behringer Harvard Enters Joint Venture with Wood Partners to Develop Multifamily Community in Boston

Behringer Harvard and Wood Partners announced today their investment in a luxury multifamily property slated for development in Wakefield, Mass., a suburban area 10 miles north of downtown Boston. The 5.3-acre development site at 14 Audubon Road is just off Exit 42 of Interstate 95/Route 128.

14 May 2013

Kyocera to Green Kyoto Headquarters by Growing Morning Glory Vines

As part of its traditional environmental protection and sustainability activities, Kyocera Corporation plants Green Curtains every spring at its sites in Japan and select Kyocera Group companies in other parts of the world.

13 May 2013

Research on Issues Related to Sustainability Assessment of Urban Renewal Projects

In an article published in the magazine "Building and Environment", Maria Gracia Riera Pérez, PhD student, and Prof. Emmanuel Rey of the Laboratory of Architecture and Sustainable Technologies (LAST) present the first results of a research dealing with the issues related to the sustainability assessment of urban renewal projects.

13 May 2013

Maryland Casino to Develop $800 Million Hotel, Gaming and Entertainment Venue in Prince George’s County

Maryland Casino LLC today submitted an application with the State of Maryland Video Lottery Facility Location Commission to develop an $800 million world-class hotel, gaming and entertainment venue in Prince George’s County, Maryland.

13 May 2013

Pipe Restoration Services Named Winner in 2013 UK Energy Innovation Awards

Pipe Restoration Services (PRS), a joint venture between Morrison Utility Services and US-based Pipe Restoration Technologies LLC, has been named winner in the category of ‘Best Innovation Implemented or Adopted by a Contractor’ at the 2013 UK Energy Innovation Awards.

13 May 2013

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New Foundation Degree in Residential Construction at Sheffield Hallam University

Fire-Resistant Terracotta and Cement Roofs at Risk of Wildfires

WRIT Office Buildings in Quantico Achieve LEED for Existing Building Certification

Johns Manville Energy-Generating and Energy-Saving Roofing Projects Win Top Honors in ARMA QARC Competition

Multi-Million Dollar Renovation Completed at The TownePlace Suites by Marriott Boulder Broomfield

NIST Releases Strategies to Achieve Net-Zero Energy Homes

Groundbreaking Demonstration Project for Smart-Grid, Net Zero Energy Buildings

Kinder Morgan Energy to Enhance Infrastructure at Largest Petroleum Storage Facility in North America

William Lyon Homes to Debut New Townhomes in San Diego

Paramount Ventures into Hotel Industry with DAMAC Towers by in Dubai

Behringer Harvard Enters Joint Venture with Wood Partners to Develop Multifamily Community in Boston

Kyocera to Green Kyoto Headquarters by Growing Morning Glory Vines

Research on Issues Related to Sustainability Assessment of Urban Renewal Projects

Maryland Casino to Develop $800 Million Hotel, Gaming and Entertainment Venue in Prince George’s County

Pipe Restoration Services Named Winner in 2013 UK Energy Innovation Awards

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Sustainable Challenges in the Cement Industry

Discussing Construction Heritage and Preservation with Dr. Silke Langenberg

Providing Emergency Accommodation with Modular Shelters

Construction Trends

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Trending Stories

1Scientists Find Waste Foundry Sand Can Boost Concrete Strength, Lower Costs, and Support Sustainability

2Researchers Develop Energy-Efficient Concrete with Nano-Silica and Expanded Polystyrene

3New Review Finds Cement Could Go Low-Carbon — If We Get the Chemistry Right

4Breakthrough AI Model Accurately Predicts Strength of Recycled Concrete Mixes

5MIT Researchers Use Machine Learning to Identify Sustainable Alternatives to Cement Production

6Modeling Bacterial Viability in Fire-Resistant Bio-Concrete