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6 Benefits of Using Demountable Walls in Tenant Improvement

Tenant improvement
As office spaces continue to evolve, so do the tools used to create them. In tenant improvement, demountable walls are excellent ways to create privacy, maintain space flexibility, integrate technology, and leverage sustainability, all while creating a more productive work environment. If you’re leasing commercial real estate properties such as office space, retail space, or [...]
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Green Concrete? Tips For Working With Sustainable Concrete

Sustainable Green Concrete, Concrete Forming, Pouring Concrete
Concrete is the most commonly used man-made material on earth, with its versatility and durability being two of its main traits. However, despite its effectiveness, creating concrete has a notable environmental impact. For example, manufacturing cement requires high amounts of energy and water and produces as much as 7% of all carbon dioxide emissions each year. Also, it [...]
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Construction’s COVID-19 record might be worse than you think

Construction covid-19
Academic studies and local health authorities find more outbreaks in construction than commonly thought. Conventional wisdom suggests construction has done relatively well combating the spread of COVID-19 on U.S. jobsites. While there have been outbreaks at high-profile projects such as Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas and as many as 13 San Francisco Bay Area jobsites, the industry as a [...]
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CHSRA releases 2020 sustainability report

The California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) has released its 2020 Sustainability Report: Building Resilience. The annual report details ongoing efforts to advance the nation’s largest and greenest infrastructure project and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in transportation. In the past year, the Authority has expanded efforts to deliver a system that maximizes benefits to underserved communities, protects natural resources […]

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Anaheim prepares for design-build of $80 to $100 million treatment plants to remove groundwater PFAS

The City of Anaheim is preparing for the the design-build delivery of multiple groundwater treatment plants, says Brown and Caldwell. The total construction budget for the groundwater treatment program will be $80 to $100 million, delivered in three phases, and three design-build projects, over five years. The environmental consultants say in a news release that they […]

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