Data Centers Help Heat Local Community in Switzerland

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As a growing number of governments and organizations pledge to reduce carbon emissions, data center owners and operators are looking at ways they can operate sustainably. This is especially important as demand for data centers is increasing, given that companies are becoming more cloud-reliant. Consequently, many local governments try to regulate where data center construction can take place and how it impacts the local energy infrastructure. However, new methods of design and construction mean new opportunities. In Glattbrugg, near Zurich, Switzerland, the residual heat from three data centers owned by Digital Realty, will be used for heating and hot water … Read more

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Landmark Office Building in Whitechapel, London Unveiled

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The Rowe in Whitechapel, London (England) has launched, providing 162,000 square feet of office space. The building is a landmark site for integrated real estate developer, manager and investor, Frasers Property UK, as the company’s first urban office development. The scheme, which is less than 1 mile from Bank, Monument and Liverpool Street, also provides over 17,000 square feet of outdoor terraces. A redevelopment of the old London Metropolitan University’s School of Art, Architecture, and Design, The Rowe has added six floors to the existing building, with the extension reflecting the design of the original building, while marrying it with … Read more

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American Concrete Pavement Association Announces 2022 Lifetime Achievement and Distinguished Service Awards

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The American Concrete Pavement Association announced the winners of several industry awards, presented alongside the Excellence in Concrete Pavement Awards, at its annual meeting held Nov. 29-Dec. 1 in Nashville, Tennessee. Following are details for the four awards: Hartmann-Hirschman-Egan Award First presented in 1968, this award was originally named in honor of Harold W. Hartmann, the association’s secretary-treasurer from 1964 until 1974. In 1987, Robert E. Hirschman’s name was added in recognition of his term as the association’s chairman (then president) in 1967, as well as his tenure as secretary-treasurer from 1975 to 1987. In 2007, the name of Edward … Read more

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International Projects Recognized at Annual ACI in Concrete Construction Awards Convention

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The eighth annual ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards showcased dozens of innovative concrete projects from around the world. The “Overall Excellence” award was presented to Chau Chak Wing Museum, located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The winning concrete project also received first place in the mid-rise structures category at the ACI Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards during the ACI Concrete Convention in October. The Chau Chak Wing Museum at The University of Sydney is the culmination of many years of strategic planning that consolidates the University’s Nicholson, Macleay, Power and University Art collections and showcases some of Australia’s … Read more

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Al Bayt Stadium in Qatar Model of Sustainability, Respect for Cultural Heritage

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Soccer fans across the globe recently witnessed the start of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 inside the Al Bayt stadium, built by Webuild, approximately 40 kilometers from Doha. With a capacity of more than 60,000 spectators, the Al Bayt has distinguished itself as a model of sustainability and respect for Qatar’s cultural heritage. Commissioned by the Aspire Zone Foundation, the stadium’s unique and unmistakable shape is inspired by the bayt al sha’ar, the traditional tent of the Qatari that represents hospitality in Arab culture. The Al Bayt stadium, which hosted the tournament’s opening ceremony with the participation of His … Read more

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