The Hidden Danger Posed by Jobsite Contamination
Emily Beyda
Construction can be a dangerous job, but besides the more obvious safety concerns, there are some hidden dangers to look out for
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Construction Equipment Undergoes a Power Shift
Diana Kightlinger
The evolution from diesel to electric offers advantages that include lower fuel consumption and emissions—and improved ownership cost and health
The 5 Trends That Will Shape the Australian Construction Industry in 2022
Tracie Sanim
While the construction industry is booming, the sector has suffered the lowest productivity gains over decades. Understanding and harnessing the trends – while also resolving the challenges – will position your business for sustainable growth and performance.
Meet Christine McHugh: Sustainability Champion Advocating for More Tradeswomen in Construction
Larry Bernstein
The commercial real estate consultant started her career as one of a few women in her industry, and now she’s trying to give back by promoting and coaching others looking to follow in her footsteps
Earle Arney on Why ‘Densification’ Can Be Good for Society
Hamish Champ
The world’s population is growing and cities are getting bigger. Some fear that as they grow denser, cities will become like modern-day versions of some Dickensian nightmare. But architects such as Earle Arney argue this is far from the case, and that density can lead to healthier outcomes for residents
How to Solve Sustainable Construction’s Affordability Problem
Diana Kightlinger
In an era of high costs and limited materials, construction firms aim to make greener building more cost-effective with inventive products and methods
Builders Embrace the Rebirth of Wood Through Mass Timber
Diana Kightlinger
Mass timber gives an age-old material compelling new advantages for the construction industry
The Drive for Economic Sustainability in Construction
Hamish Champ
As part of the battle to stem, or even reverse, climate change, the built environment must address the issue of sustainability: economic, environmental and social. Following the recent COP26 conference in Glasgow, calls for greener solutions to preserve the future, the industry will be even more mindful of the need to build now with future generations in mind.
Can Robots Solve the Construction Industry’s Skills Gap?
Dawn Killough
Robotics could help solve a lot of industry problems—from worker shortages to poor jobsite efficiency—but is construction ready to embrace it?
Why the World Is Closely Eyeing Chicago’s Decades-Long Mega Aquatic Infrastructure Project
Emily Beyda
The city’s Tunnel and Reservoir Plan, in progress for roughly half a century, promises to tackle unique water quality and flow challenges increasingly made more daunting by extreme weather brought on by climate change
A Guide to Construction Waste Management in Australia [with checklist]
Tracie Sanim
Construction is one of the fastest-growing industries in Australia and one of the biggest sources of managed waste. This five-step Waste Management Checklist helps all members of the building sector to play their part in a more sustainable future.
Is Zero Waste in Construction Possible?
Diana Kightlinger
Here’s why the construction industry needs to examine waste management practices across the entire lifecycle of materials
5G in Construction Could Be a Game Changer—But Barriers Abound
Diana Kightlinger
The technology could offer endless advantages to construction firms—if it can overcome critical obstacles
The Post-Pandemic Office: How Amazon and Salesforce Are Charting Different Courses
Claudia Melatini
One company is refashioning its office with an eye toward remote work, while the other is designing its newest headquarters with full-time, in-person work in mind
Is Sustainable Urban Design an Irreversible Trend?
Hamish Champ
With the world’s population set to top 9 billion by 2050 and increasing pressure on global resources, urban design will inevitably steer toward sustainable outcomes as never before
