New Report Explores Taking Action on Embodied Carbon in Buildings

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The U.S. Green Building Council and RMI released the report “Driving Action on Embodied Carbon in Buildings” to answer questions about embodied carbon emissions and outline key actions to accelerate decarbonization of the U.S. building construction sector. The two organizations draw from a comprehensive foundation of research based on the most up-to-date and relevant data and industry knowledge to establish a set of recommendations and actions for embodied carbon, including: The opportunity to reduce embodied carbon from standard building practices Current and emerging benchmarking standards The carbon intensity of specific materials Embodied carbon savings potential from reuse, recycling and circularity … Read more

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New Study Looks at General Contractor Use of Site Data as Analytical Tool to Improve Performance

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A new study from Dodge Construction Network and Versatile reveals that greater use of site data as an analytical tool allows contractors to surmount challenges. The new report, Measuring What Matters: Unleashing the Power of Site Data to Enhance Construction Performance SmartMarket Report, is based on a recent Dodge survey of over 200 general contractors across the United States. The findings show that most report significant performance improvements from their use of site data. Those who use automated technology to gather data and software to analyze it report above-average improvements compared with those still using manual methods. Although the tools … Read more

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NCCER Publishes Second Edition of Drywall Curriculum

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The National Center for Construction Education and Research has published the second edition of its Drywall Level 1 curriculum, featuring the craft’s most current tools and best practices in a revised format. The second edition’s updates include: New content and artwork for greater industry relevance, readability and learner engagement. A rebalanced focus between wood framing and cold-formed steel framing, ensuring valuable coverage of both residential and commercial drywall applications. Drywall Level 1 is part of NCCER’s two-level drywall curriculum and covers introductory concepts, tools and skills for this important finishing craft. The curriculum’s second level, Drywall Level 2, which addresses more … Read more

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ABC Announces 2023-24 Tech Alliance Members

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Associated Builders and Contractors announced the members of its 2023-24 Tech Alliance — a consortium of firms that create construction technology and innovative solutions for ABC contractor members, which primarily perform work in the commercial and industrial sectors. Comprised of 15 companies, the Tech Alliance leverages technology resources to help ABC members develop people, win work and deliver work safely, ethically and profitably for the betterment of the communities in which they work. The 2023-24 Tech Alliance members are Arcoro, Autodesk Inc., BuildOps, ConstructConnect, Egnyte, Field Control Analytics, Kojo, KPA, Procore, Sage, Smartapp, SmartBuild, SubHQ, Tenna and Trimble. The alliance introduces small and … Read more

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North Branch Capital Invests in STARC Systems

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STARC Systems, a manufacturer of reusable temporary modular wall containment solutions for occupied renovations, has been purchased by Illinois-based private equity firm, North Branch Capital. The acquisition marks a significant investment to continue fueling STARC’s innovation and market expansion serving contractors and facility managers across multiple industries. “We invest in middle market industrial businesses with strong growth prospects and leadership teams,” said Brian Gleason, Operating Partner at North Branch Capital. “STARC is well-positioned to continue its growth in this emerging category. Since its founding, the organization has developed a keen focus on innovation, providing an excellent value proposition to its … Read more

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