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Practicing Sustainability in Construction
  • January 26, 2024
  • Posted by: jerdonlp
  • Category: Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction News, Engineering, Green Building, Parks, Pedestrian, Projects, Recycling, Roads & Streets, Safety, Sidewalks, Uncategorized
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The construction industry accounts for a significant portion of overall CO2 emissions. It is important to practice sustainability in the industry as a whole; from designing with sustainable materials to disposing of waste properly. Using materials that help to minimize energy consumption and reduce waste is a major aspect of sustainable construction. Many raw materials…

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Cement Companies Assist Current Administration’s Emissions Plan by Utilizing Green Hydrogen Carbon Capture
  • March 25, 2021
  • Posted by: jerdonlp
  • Category: advancement, Construction, Construction News, Green Building, Projects, Safety, technology
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HeidelbergCement partners with Swansea University researchers in installing and operating a green hydrogen test unit at their construction site in the United Kingdom. The collaboration between the two is a prime example of companies within the construction industry turning to greener alternatives to help reduce emissions.  The project’s goal is to find ways to maintain…

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Congress Concerned About How to Fund Biden Administration Infrastructure Plan
  • February 25, 2021
  • Posted by: jerdonlp
  • Category: advancement, Bridges, Commercial Building, Construction, Engineering, General Construction, Green Building, Parks, Pedestrian, Politics, Projects, Roads & Streets, Safety, Sidewalks, Uncategorized
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As a new administration adjusts to their positions within our government, many are asking what their plans are. Particularly, the construction industry is questioning Biden’s infrastructure plan. The “Build Back Better” plan invests $2 trillion over a span of 4 years to complete tasks such as repair roads, bridges, and ports, creating affordable housing, improving…

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How Urban Green Spaces Benefit the Environment
  • October 25, 2019
  • Posted by: jerdonlp
  • Category: Construction, General Construction, Green Building, Green Spaces, Parks
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Designing green infrastructure into cities offer many environmental advantages. Green spaces, like parks, arboretums and rooftop oases, provide relief from the miles of concrete for people to enjoy, wildlife to inhabit and greenery to flourish. Combats Urban Heat Island Effect The EPA defines urban heat island effect as built up areas that are hotter than...
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The Importance of Retention Ponds
  • October 11, 2019
  • Posted by: jerdonlp
  • Category: Engineering, Green Building, Parks, Retention Ponds, Waterways & Dams
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The Importance of Retention Ponds
Growing communities need to divert water from rainstorms. With recent historic floods from Hurricane Harvey and Tropical Storm Imelda, protecting developments from water damage is crucial for Houston and surrounding areas. Basins, also known as retention ponds, collect water and release it slowly to prevent flooding and erosion.  The Difference Between Detention and Retention Ponds...
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What is Sustainable Construction?
  • July 19, 2019
  • Posted by: jerdonlp
  • Category: Construction, Green Building, Parks, Uncategorized
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Earth has dwindling resources but a growing population. Population growth encourages new construction. Because of this, the construction industry must implement changes to become more sustainable. Sustainable construction involves a holistic way of managing a project, often considering the community and the environment during the construction process. Better Use of Materials Construction companies can encourage...
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How to Maintain a Safe Construction Job Site
  • February 13, 2019
  • Posted by: jerdonlp
  • Category: Bridges, Commercial Building, Fountains, General Construction, Green Building, House Renovation, Laminate Flooring, Metal Roofing, Parks, Roads & Streets, Sidewalks, Waterways & Dams
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How to Maintain a Safe Construction Job Site - Jerdon Enterprise
Construction is a demanding industry. With as much physical and technical labor as construction requires, workers are at risk of injury on a daily basis – this risk is heightened when workers are running on a deadline. Therefore, it is crucial that safety managers implement precautionary practices to maintain a safe job site. Follow these...
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