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Kazakhstan Seeks Attention With Multi-Billion-Dollar Expo Build

Former Soviet nation and US designer push energy-efficient innovations

July 19, 2016

Former Soviet nation and US designer are pushing energy-efficient innovations at EXPO 2017 site and surrounding capital city.

Concrete Group Improves Model Code for Existing-Structure Repairs

ACI 562-16 aligns terminology with other structural standards

Nadine M. Post

July 19, 2016

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Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures addresses spot fixes that might be needed after a structure has been in service.

House-Passed Bill Would Cut FY17 DOD, VA Construction

Tom Ichniowski

June 29, 2016

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Military and Veterans Affairs construction would face cutbacks under a 2017 spending bill that the House passed on June 23.

Regional Revenue Grows As Contractors Enjoy Rebound

Annual contractors survey reveals a robust market with a corresponding tightness in the availability of trained workers.

John Guzzon Karen Weil

June 27, 2016

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Construction in the Southwest is on the rebound.

World's Tallest 'Passive House' Intended to Pave the Way for Others

The 26-story Cornell Tech Residential is expected to use 70% to 90% less energy than a conventional building.

Nadine M. Post

June 22, 2016

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The building is constructed to "incredibly rigorous" air tightness standards.

Construction Defects

Connecticut Grapples With Failing Concrete Foundations

A mineral is a common denominator in the construction defects.

Nadine M. Post

June 21, 2016

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Connecticut’s commissioner of consumer protection, Jonathan A. Harris, expects to issue a report this fall on the “potential cause or causes” of failing concrete foundations in northeastern Connecticut.

Top Contractor Revenue Up Nearly 20% in California

Revenue collected during 2015 grew to $32.7 billion among the state's top 89 firms.

Scott Blair

June 8, 2016

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General contractors participating in ENR California’s annual survey show no signs of slowing down. Cumulatively, the 89 participating firms tabulated more than $32.7 billion in revenue during 2015, an increase of almost 20% over 2014.

Energy

House Names Conferees for Energy Bill Negotiations

Pam Hunter McFarland

May 27, 2016

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Negotiators face tight time pressure to produce final compromise version this year

Buildings Construction

House Bill Aims To Boost Sales of Surplus Federal Buildings

Measure would create panel to list up to $8B in unused buildings for possible transactions

Tom Ichniowski

May 27, 2016

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Contractor groups see big construction potential in converting old federal facilities to private residential and commercial uses.

AIA Simplifies Reporting for 2030 Carbon-Neutral Commitment

Nadine M. Post

May 25, 2016

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The American Institute of Architects has made it easier for its members to report their progress toward the AIA’s ambitious goal of carbon neutrality in the built environment.