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Total Global Capacity of Building Integrated Photovoltaics Systems to Grow to 2,250 MW in 2017

Both the building industry, which is still plagued by low housing starts and new builds, and the global solar industry, which is facing severe reductions in financial subsidies in key markets, have been under stress in recent years. The emergent market for building integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) offers a new way to develop revenue streams for these two industries.

28 Dec 2012

EF Shanghai Headquarters Voted Among World's Coolest Offices

When Inc.com asked its Facebook community to vote for the world's coolest offices, EF Education First's (EF) Chinese headquarters made the short list of inspired workplaces around the world. EF Shanghai, heralded as a "cozy, four story outpost" in the heart of the city's busy Jing'An district, features natural materials infused with surprise elements like a living wall of greenery and stylized bird cage meeting rooms.

28 Dec 2012

Samsung to Build 1.1M Square-Foot Sales and R+D Headquarters in San Jose

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media, digital convergence technologies and advanced semiconductor solutions, continues to expand its operations in Silicon Valley by investing more resources in its existing R&D centers and establishing new innovation centers.

28 Dec 2012

Fairmont Opens Luxury Hotel in Jaipur, India

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, a leader in the global hospitality industry, announced the opening of the Fairmont Jaipur hotel on 9th August 2012. Fairmont Jaipur is an ode to the pink city through superlative luxury highlighted in elegantly appointed rooms, exclusive dining options, established traditions of bespoke service, customized features and leisure experiences.

27 Dec 2012

YIFAN Mobile Crusher Promotes Sustainable Development of Construction Waste Recycling

In recent years, construction waste generated in the construction sector has been increasing consistently. The aggravation of environmental pollution draws the ire of the government and the public. Construction waste disposal has become an important subject in the environmental protection and resources reutilization fields.

27 Dec 2012

Continental Tire the Americas to Complete Construction of Sumter Plant in 2013

Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (CTA) continues to remain ahead of schedule as 2012 draws to a close. Construction began June 15 following the groundbreaking ceremony in March, 2012.

27 Dec 2012

Water Fountains Provide the Right Finishing Touch to Space

Water Fountains revolutionize interior and professional spaces into a reassuring setting reverberating with the sounds of cascading water. Water Fountain Pros' water features come in a stunning selection of styles, so one can rest assured that there's an option that will feel like it was designed especially for them.

26 Dec 2012

Architects' Forum 2013 to Dedicate Significant Time to Glass and Glazing

It has been announced that the Architects' Forum 2013 will be devoting an entire day to glass and glazing specifically targeting the role of the material in modern architecture. The team at MDM Glass are excited about the prospect of what next year's forum proposes to share about the future of glass in domestic and commercial spaces.

26 Dec 2012

Structural Quality Assurance Commemorates Completion of 10,000 Concrete Pillars Wrapped with SRF

Structural Quality Assurance, Inc. will call for innovative visions and solicit entries for our contest entitled, "Creating a safe and comfortable city" to commemorate the completion of the 10,000 concrete pillars wrapped with SRF Winners of "General category" and "Professionals category" will each receive 1,000,000 yen as a grand prize! The winner of "Students high school age and younger category" will receive 100,000 yen gift certificate as a top prize!

26 Dec 2012

Mitsubishi Electric, ETA Ascon Establish Elevator and Escalator Joint Venture in India

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation announced that it has established a joint venture company, Mitsubishi Elevator ETA India Private Limited, to sell, manufacture, install and provide maintenance for elevators and escalators in India. Headquartered in Chennai, the joint venture was formed with UAE-based ETA Ascon Holding LLC and will start business in January 2013.

26 Dec 2012

JM Agrees to Construct and Sell Rental Apartments in Dalénum, Lidingö, Stockholm

JM has signed an agreement regarding the construction and sales of its rental unit project in Dalénum, Lidingö, Stockholm. The project consists of 146 rental apartments. The transaction is worth approximately SEK 350m, and the outcome will be reported on a running basis between 2013 and 2015 within the JM Property Development business segment.

24 Dec 2012

Arup's B2 Residential Tower Breaks Ground at Atlantic Yards

Arup, a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm with a reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable designs, announced today that its client Forest City Ratner Companies has started construction for a 32-story, 340,000 SF modular residential tower on the corner of Flatbush Avenue and Dean Street.

24 Dec 2012

PinPoint Commercial Starts Construction on Katy Assisted Living Facility

PinPoint Commercial broke ground today on a new assisted living and memory care facility in the Katy area. Located at Roesner Rd and Katy Gap Rd, The Legacy at Falcon Point will be a two-story, 104 bed community strategically located to be less than one mile from Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Katy Mills Mall, and the planned St. Luke’s Hospital.

24 Dec 2012

Orren Pickell Building Group Receives Crystal Key Award for Custom Home

On Saturday, December 1, the Home Builder’s Association of Greater Chicago (HBAGC) honored Orren Pickell Building Group with a Gold and Crystal Key at the 40th annual HBAGC Key and SAMMY Awards ceremony. The KEY Awards program recognizes exceptional work in the home building industry each year. Orren Pickell Building Group received the evenings most prestigious honor; demonstrating the firm’s position as an industry leader in design and construction.

24 Dec 2012

NCC to Develop New Climate Smart Office for Pembroke Real Estate

NCC has been commissioned by Pembroke Real Estate, to build a new office building in the city of Stockholm. The assignment comprises the new build of 35,000 square meters of office space. The office building, with Nordea as the largest tenant, is scheduled to be completed in summer 2015. The order value is SEK 1 billion and the order will be registered in the fourth quarter of 2012.

24 Dec 2012