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NRCan Provides $1 Million in Funding to NSERC Smart Net-Zero Energy Buildings Strategic Network

In a climate as prone to extremes as Canada's, buildings are often inefficient to heat, light and cool. Fortunately, innovative solutions are being explored through the NSERC Smart Net-zero Energy Buildings Strategic Network (SNEBRN), a nationwide university initiative headquartered at Concordia, which has just received $1 million in new funding from Natural Resources Canada (NRCan).

4 May 2013

Church & Dwight Dedicates New Worldwide Headquarters Building

Church & Dwight Co, Inc. dedicated its new worldwide headquarters building here today with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by New Jersey Lieutenant Governor Kim Guadagno, Church & Dwight’s Chairman and CEO James R. Craigie, as well as Ewing Township Mayor Bert Steinmann. The facility has capacity for more than 550 employees.

3 May 2013

Successful Forum on Development of Canada's Sustainable Infrastructure

Planned as a first in a series of forums on sustainable development, Sustainability, Durability, and Design: The Future of Building Envelope, kicked off the series organized by Holcim Canada, the University of Toronto's Department of Civil Engineering and the John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design.

3 May 2013

New Online Tools for Homeowners to Plan Remodeling Projects

Angie's List, the national consumer review service, is releasing two new online tools today that help homeowners plan their next remodeling project, prevent costly repairs and troubleshoot common problems without wasting unnecessary time and money.

3 May 2013

Leading Residential Builders to Commence Construction in Great Park Neighborhoods

FivePoint Communities Management, Inc. today announced that eight leading residential builders will begin construction this month on the first homes in Great Park Neighborhoods, one of the region's most innovative new master planned communities.

3 May 2013

Self-Compacting Concrete made with Ash from Combustion of Olive Pruning Residue Pellets

University of Granada researchers have successfully manufactured self-compacting concrete using ash from the combustion of olive pruning residue pellets. Due to its plasticity and cohesion, this type of concrete needs no compaction when used in construction and has many advantages over conventional concrete, resulting in considerable savings of time and money.

3 May 2013

VVO Commissions Lemminkäinen to Build a Residential Building in Kahvikortteli

Lemminkäinen will build a residential building in Kahvikortteli, an area comprising several blocks in Aurinkolahti, in the Vuosaari district of Helsinki. The contract was commissioned by VVO. Already under way, construction is scheduled for completion in August 2014. The contract parties have agreed not to disclose the contract price.

2 May 2013

NVR Opens Victoria Falls Single-Family Home Model at Woodbine Village

NVR, Inc., one of the nation's largest homebuilding and mortgage banking companies, announces the grand opening of its Victoria Falls single-family home model at Woodbine Village in Plain City, Ohio.

2 May 2013

Ryland Homes Opens New Community at Aloma, Winter Park

Ryland Homes is celebrating the grand opening of their newest community, Enclave at Aloma in beautiful Winter Park. The community features two newly decorated models, ENERGY STAR® certified homes and 120 lots with a Winter Park address at affordable Seminole County prices starting from the $270’s.

2 May 2013

Fifth Third Center Wins Recognition for Energy Savings in Smart Energy Now Program

Parmenter Realty Partners is proud to announce that its Fifth Third Center asset has been named one of the top 3 energy saving buildings in the “Over 500,000 SF” category for the Building Recognition Program, Smart Energy Now®, in Charlotte, North Carolina.

2 May 2013

MileStone Community Builders to Launch Luxury Cedar Park Homes in Scottsdale Crossing

MileStone Community Builders, LLC, announced today that it will launch a new collection of luxury Cedar Park homes in Scottsdale Crossing, a new community located near 183A and Scottsdale in Cedar Park, Texas. Scottsdale Crossing is conveniently located near great shopping, dining, entertainment, and more.

2 May 2013

New Handbook on Seismic Risk Assessment and Management of Buildings

Earthquakes represent a major risk to buildings, bridges and other civil infrastructure systems, causing catastrophic loss to modern society.

30 Apr 2013

Eco Red Shield Wins 2013 Gold Edison Award

The Edison Awards, celebrating 26 years of honoring the best in innovation and excellence in the development of new products and services, announced today that Eco Red Shield was voted a GOLD winner for innovation at the April 25th event hosted at the Navy Pier in Chicago.

30 Apr 2013

New Report Analyzes Key Trends and Opportunities in Greek Construction Market

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Construction in Greece - Key Trends and Opportunities to 2017" report to their offering.

30 Apr 2013

Exciting Developments Underway at The Townes by William Lyon Homes

Exciting developments are underway at The Townes by William Lyon Homes, as the models near completion at this groundbreaking collection at gated ThreeSixty. Homebuyers who appreciate the timeless beauty and function of classic modern architecture will find The Townes a rare opportunity where historic LA design meets the future in the South Bay.

30 Apr 2013

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NRCan Provides $1 Million in Funding to NSERC Smart Net-Zero Energy Buildings Strategic Network

Church & Dwight Dedicates New Worldwide Headquarters Building

Successful Forum on Development of Canada's Sustainable Infrastructure

New Online Tools for Homeowners to Plan Remodeling Projects

Leading Residential Builders to Commence Construction in Great Park Neighborhoods

Self-Compacting Concrete made with Ash from Combustion of Olive Pruning Residue Pellets

VVO Commissions Lemminkäinen to Build a Residential Building in Kahvikortteli

NVR Opens Victoria Falls Single-Family Home Model at Woodbine Village

Ryland Homes Opens New Community at Aloma, Winter Park

Fifth Third Center Wins Recognition for Energy Savings in Smart Energy Now Program

MileStone Community Builders to Launch Luxury Cedar Park Homes in Scottsdale Crossing

New Handbook on Seismic Risk Assessment and Management of Buildings

Eco Red Shield Wins 2013 Gold Edison Award

New Report Analyzes Key Trends and Opportunities in Greek Construction Market

Exciting Developments Underway at The Townes by William Lyon Homes

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Sustainable Challenges in the Cement Industry

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Providing Emergency Accommodation with Modular Shelters

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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