Tag: Cut
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DOT will cut funds to transportation projects with DEI: Duffy
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: In an April 24 letter, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned DOT funding recipients against engaging in diversity, equity and inclusion practices, which he said violate federal law. Duffy also told grantees that they must cooperate…
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Energy-Saving Tips to Cut Commercial Refrigerator Costs
Commercial refrigerators are the backbone of many businesses, from restaurants to grocery stores, but they can also be one of the biggest drains on your electricity bill. The good news is that there are several ways you can optimize the performance of your commercial refrigerator to reduce energy consumption, lower operating costs, and extend the…
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Historic homes to get costly EPC reprieve, but will yours make the cut?
Owners of historic homes could soon get a reprieve from expensive energy efficiency upgrades, as Labour considers exemptions for listed properties. Under the Government’s push for net zero, all homes must achieve a C-rated Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) by 2030, a costly challenge for many homeowners. But now, amid growing concerns about the complexity and…
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Cut Tariff Costs with Smarter Material Choices via Ansys Granta
With new waves of import tariffs creating uncertainty across global supply chains, engineering and sourcing teams are being pushed to rethink how they select materials. For companies designing and manufacturing physical products, these changes don’t just impact procurement—they threaten timelines, margins, and product performance. That’s where Ansys Granta comes in. Granta provides powerful materials intelligence…
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Thousands of homes hit market as sellers cut prices post stamp duty change
If you’re planning a renovation, eyeing your next self-build plot, or just waiting for the right time to buy, a wave of new homes has just hit the market, and many come with reduced price tags. New research from estate agency Yopa suggests that over 53,000 properties have been listed for sale in England in…
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Chicago asks city contractors to cut invoices by 3%
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Contractors that work with the city of Chicago have been asked to trim their invoices to the city, according to a letter the city’s procurement office sent businesses last month. A copy of the letter,…
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7 Data Sources That Cut Project Costs and Time
Every project, no matter how big or small, is a race against time. The longer it takes, the less profitable it is. And while shortcuts can save time, they can also lead to accidents. Striking the right balance between efficiency, productivity, profitability and ensuring worker safety is always the goal but recent data shows construction…
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Sustainable Renovation: Helping Businesses Cut Carbon Footprint
Sustainability is no longer just a buzzword—it’s necessary for businesses looking to thrive in an environmentally conscious world. With climate change concerns mounting and regulatory pressure increasing, companies are under more scrutiny than ever to minimize their environmental impact. One of the most effective ways to do so is through sustainable renovation, which reduces carbon…
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When to cut hedges: Advice for UK gardeners
Knowing when to cut hedges is crucial, not only for the health of your plants, but also to avoid breaking UK law, which is in place to protect birds and other wildlife by potentially destroying their habitats. Autumn and spring are ideal times to bring out your hedge trimmers as long as it’s outside bird…
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Inflation heats up to 3% as Trump calls on Fed to cut main rate
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Consumer prices rose last month at a 3% annual pace, higher than expected and the biggest gain since June, according to a government report released Wednesday, soon after President Donald Trump called on the Federal…