Category: Sustainability
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How can we eliminate plastic waste from construction sites?
During plastic audits, sock pipe coverings had been identified as a single use plastic waste stream. NI Water and Farrans Glanua identified hard, recyclable covers which could be washed and reused instead. These recyclable end caps are now used on the trunk main framework, contributing towards Farrans’ zero plastic to landfill objective. View the original…
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Can operational excellence drive profit and sustainability?
In today’s competitive landscape, operational efficiency has become a deciding factor in winning contracts. Clients increasingly demand robust documentation for compliance assurance, while intelligent systems that integrate quality, finance and logistics in real-time provide unprecedented visibility and control. View the original article and our Inspiration here
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Circular construction: putting theory into practice
Adopting circular economy principles means changing mindsets and ways of working, but it needn’t be difficult, writes Mott MacDonald’s Tom McDonald. Using concepts, such as designing for disassembly and modular construction, offer opportunities for innovation in the construction sector and encourage designers to think differently about their work, leading to more sustainable and efficient building…
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Take Action: 2025 Asphalt Industry Survey | Asphalt.com
This short 20-question survey is part of our annual State of the Road Building Industry report, published by Asphalt Contractor magazine. Each year, we gather insight from across the country to better understand what contractors like you are facing: from workforce and materials to bidding, equipment, and policy. This year we decided to collect input…
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EPDs in Precast Concrete Projects
As sustainability becomes a central driver in construction, environmental product declarations (EPDs) are emerging as powerful tools for the entire building value chain. The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) recently released updated, third-party verified, regionalized industry-average EPDs that reflect real production data from across 11 U.S. regions, helping stakeholders make informed decisions based on location, product…
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My CEnv career: ‘an incredible way’ to protect the planet
Chartership is a globally recognised mark of achievement that enhances career prospects through establishing proven expertise and experience. For environmental professionals, chartership reflects a high level of skill and experience, setting chartered environmentalists apart from others working in their field. Across the world, CEnv registrants utilise their environmental expertise to instil client trust, transition to sustainable…
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What the FEMA Act of 2025 Means for Road Builders: Resilience is Now the Standard
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Last year there were twenty-seven separate weather or climate related disasters which resulted in more than $1 billion in damages. A not insignificant portion of those damages were to essential roads, bridges, and other transportation infrastructure. States hit hard by these events often expressed criticisms of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and how funds…