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Top 7 Products for 2025 That Support LEED v5 Goals — A Guide for Eco-Builders

As the construction industry continues its shift toward sustainability, the latest iteration of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design framework — LEED v5 —…

Feb 27, 2025 — By Rose Morrison

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recycled concrete blocks

Recycled Concrete Aggregate: What It Is and Why It Matters

Feb 10, 2025 — Peter Chambers
7 Principles of Sustainable Construction

The Seven Principles of Sustainable Construction: A Comprehensive Guide

Feb 7, 2025 — Rose Morrison
Construction professionals brainstorm a project during preconstruction

Pre-Construction: A Solution to Cost and Supply Chain Woes

Feb 6, 2025 — Olivia Elsher
Stormwater management requires innovation and the latest technology like BIM systems.

The Role of BIM in Shaping Sustainable Cities and Stormwater Management

Jan 30, 2025 — Peter Chambers
Green Plant in an Office

Redefining Commercial Interior Spaces: The Zero-Carbon Movement

Jan 21, 2025 — Rose Morrison

What a Building Inspector Looks For (Updated for 2025)

Jan 16, 2025 — Evelyn Long
Dredging in action.

Dredging: Definitions, Innovations and Trends

Jan 13, 2025 — Rose Morrison
Construction workers are most at risk of falling, but with PtD, safety is a priority.

What Is Prevention Through Design (PTD) in Construction Safety?

Jan 9, 2025 — Peter Chambers
Part of roofing safety requires crew members wear a harness, which prevents them from falling from the roof entirely.

Roofing Safety: Creating a Safety Culture for Your Employees

Dec 30, 2024 — Rose Morrison
Automated Buildings Will Level up What Smart Buildings

How Automated Buildings Will Level up What Smart Buildings Offer

Dec 26, 2024 — Olivia Elsher
A limestone brick wall.

Can Self-Healing Materials Change the Construction Industry?

Dec 19, 2024 — Evelyn Long
A building facade covered with vegetation.

Understanding the Drivers Behind Sustainable Building Material Trends in Commercial Real Estate

Dec 17, 2024 — Rose Morrison

How Do Architects and Designers Adapt to AI Innovations in Their Work?

Dec 13, 2024 — Rose Morrison
Electricity lines.

Sustainable Management: Overcoming Challenges in Renewable Energy Construction

Dec 6, 2024 — Olivia Elsher
Protect Used Heavy Construction Equipment

7 Essential Steps to Protect Used Construction Equipment

Nov 28, 2024 — Rose Morrison
Gray and yellow crane

12 Essential Safety Tips for Crane Operators

Nov 27, 2024 — Rose Morrison