Kendeda Building at Georgia Tech Earns Living Building Certification

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The Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design, built by Skanska USA, has earned Living Building Challenge certification, a holistic green building achievement. The certification from the International Living Future Institute independently verifies that the Kendeda Building is among the greenest in the world. The Living Building Challenge (version 3.1) requires a 12-month performance period, during which time the project must prove it is net-positive for energy and water. This means it generates more energy from onsite renewable sources than it uses. The building also collects and treats more rainwater onsite than it uses for all purposes, including for drinking. Meeting … Read more

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AGC Launches New Initiative to Address Climate Change, Pushes for Construction of Less Carbon-Intensive Projects

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Construction officials outlined a series of steps public officials and the construction industry should take to address the impacts of the built environment on climate change. The new initiative from the Associated General Contractors of America is designed to lessen the carbon footprint of the built environment, while also making the process of building projects even more efficient. “The construction industry is the delivery vehicle for building a greener, more climate-friendly future,” said Stephen E. Sandherr, the association’s CEO. “Finding a way to ensure that what our members build is more efficient will have a significant impact on climate change.” … Read more

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Jacob K. Javits Convention Center Achieves LEED Gold Certification

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Empire State Development, a Lendlease/Turner joint venture with tvsdesign, provided Design-Build services for the expansion of the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. The $1.5-billion project will generate millions of dollars in new economic activity for New York City, while serving as a model of environmental efficiency and sustainability. The 1.2-million square-foot expansion includes several concepts to push the boundaries of sustainability and create a path for future initiatives. Since 2014, the Javits Center has reduced the building’s energy consumption by 26%, created a rooftop wildlife habitat and installed energy-efficient equipment throughout the structure on Manhattan’s West Side. The innovative design … Read more

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Winners Announced for CMAA’s Industry Excellence Awards

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The Construction Management Association of America has announced the winners of its 2021 Industry Excellence Awards. CMAA’s Award Program recognizes excellence in construction management practice and honors companies and individuals each year based on merit. A panel of judges reviews each nomination carefully and chooses the best candidate in each category. Lisa C. Sachs, CCM FCMAA, FAIA, managing principal, Cumming, is the CMAA 2021 Person of the Year. This award is given annually to an industry leader who has made significant contributions on behalf of the construction management industry. This industry advocate possesses unparalleled leadership, high quality workmanship and has … Read more

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Contractors Unite to Create Inaugural ‘Construction Inclusion Week’ Oct. 18-22

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In 2020, six general contractors created a consortium, Time for Change, with a single purpose: to identify ways to advance diversity, equity and inclusion in the construction industry. The shared effort by Gilbane Building Company, DPR Construction, Turner Construction Company, Mortenson, McCarthy Building Companies and Clark Construction Group resulted in organizing an industry-wide Construction Inclusion Week which will be held Oct. 18-22. The theme of “Building the Foundation for Inclusion” will encourage focused dialogue and action in the industry. Construction Inclusion Week invites every member of the construction industry to unite to advance diversity, equity and inclusion. By working together, … Read more

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