Research Participants Needed for Study on Heat Safety for Construction Workers

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The multiple efforts to develop standards to address occupational heat stress emphasize that hazard’s impact on construction workers, which include increased risk of traumatic injuries like falls, decreased physical work capacity and life-threatening illness in the form of heatstroke. CPWR has begun a study to better understand the impacts of heat stress and to develop effective strategies for managing it. Construction firms, preferably with active worksites in Maryland or the Washington, D.C. metro area, are invited to participate. Participants may choose to withdraw from the study at any time. Participation is voluntary and confidential. Researchers will visit jobsites on two … Read more

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The Beck Group Begins Construction on Miyako Hybrid Hotel Plano

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The Beck Group has launched construction on the first Miyako Hybrid Hotel in Texas. Kintetsu Group Holdings, a Japanese-based global enterprise with interests spanning hospitality, transportation and real estate, hosted the groundbreaking of its Miyako Hybrid Hotel Plano. Projected to open fall 2027, the 12-story, 217-room boutique hotel seeks to bring Japanese elegance and premier service to the North Texas region. The hotel will be the first Miyako Hotels & Resorts property in Texas and only the third in the United States, following locations in Los Angeles and Torrance, California. Operated by Kintetsu Enterprises Company of America, the hotel will … Read more

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Groundbreaking Held for $94M San Bernardino Valley College Student Services Building

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McCarthy Building Companies broke ground on San Bernardino Valley College’s (California) new Student Services Building. The $94-million project will act as a one-stop resource center for all student needs and is being built as the college celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2026. The 104,000-square-foot building is being constructed following the demolition of a former liberal arts building. This new three-story building is targeting LEED Platinum and Envision Gold upon completion in spring 2027, aligning with the San Bernardino Community College district’s sustainability goals. Once complete, the building will house several essential functions for students all under one roof, including student … Read more

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USGBC Opens LEED v5 Project Certification, Unveils New Tools & Resources

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The U.S. Green Building Council opened certification to the LEED v5 rating system and announced new tools and resources for users of the green building certification program. LEED v5 offers clear steps for buildings to achieve near-zero carbon status while prioritizing physical resilience and the health and well-being of people and communities. Scorecards focused on LEED v5’s core impact areas – decarbonization, quality of life and ecological conservation and restoration – are available to help guide project teams in planning goals and intent. A wide range of tools, including calculators, a scorecard builder, recertification guidance and a decarbonization workbook, support the success … Read more

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AEM Unveils Comprehensive Study on Agriculture, Construction & Utility Water Utilization

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The Association of Equipment Manufacturers released a new study examining how technological advancements across the agriculture, construction and utility industries are enabling organizations to achieve significantly greater output while using substantially less water. The report, titled From Source to Solution: Advancing Water Stewardship in the Non-Road Sector, showcases world-class water stewardship taking place across North America and highlights how equipment manufacturers are helping to save trillions of gallons of water annually through modern practices and technologies. Produced in collaboration with AEM member company and global management consulting firm Kearney, the study reveals several key findings, including: Modern irrigation practices are … Read more

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