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There's loads of content about why we need to tackle carbon, but not so much on how to actually do it in construction projects . On 17 April Adam Crossley will be taking to the airwaves once again, with our second Steps to net-zero webinar, this time focusing on how to develop and implement a Carbon Management System. And what's more, we'll be giving away the tools, processes and templates we've created and are using on projects because that's just the right thing to do. Register here: https://bit.ly/4aaeXXW #netzero #netzerotransition #actoncarbon #sustainability #sustainabilityreporting #doingtherightthing #sustainableconstruction #carbonreduction

Had a great discussion with an amazing panel at the #SaudiInfrastructureExpo, featuring investors, developers, government officials, contractors, and consultants. We discussed how our collective efforts are key to planning, developing, and operating #sustainable and #resilient #infrastructure. Collaboration across sectors is vital to shaping the future of infrastructure, with sustainability and resilience embedded from the start. The mission: Build infrastructure that enhances quality of life for all. #atkinsrealis #enz #engineeringabetterworld Amr Salah Robert Garner Wakkas Ismail Mohammed Alsagoor

⚡ Sustainability in the transportation sector is of increasing importance in today's world. In a session held on October 11, 2024, the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure, UTİKAD, İTÜ and …

🔑 The key to decarbonizing buildings     Did you know that 1/3 of CO2 emissions come from the construction sector, and buildings account for 40% of energy consumption? Sustainable renovation is not just a buzzword; it's a crucial step towards a greener future.  🌿 At EIS, we're on a mission to drive change by targeting medium-sized private companies and public organizations with sustainability goals. Together, we can make a real impact.  🤝   We offer innovative solutions by seamlessly integrating energy and building improvements into long-term contracts. Our cutting-edge IP, software, and standardization significantly shorten the duration of contracts, making sustainability more achievable and efficient.     Thanks to E.ON's local presence and deep integration into communities, we are ideally positioned to implement sustainable renovation projects locally. This ensures that our efforts not only benefit the environment but also contribute to the well-being of the communities we serve.     Our expertise in energy markets and digitalization creates added value through energy market integration. This empowers our customers to achieve long-term benefits, fostering a sustainable future for all.         Your commitment can be a game-changer for a greener, more sustainable world.  💪

Shaping the future of construction – wienerberger’s 2023 annual and sustainability report is now online! 🔎🧱🌎 📈 #AnnualReport: wienerberger can look back on a positive business year 2023, outperformed its end markets and met expectations. This is primarily based on wienerberger’s strong performance in the infrastructure and renovation business as well as proactive cost management.   🌿 #SustainabilityReport: After achieving the goals of our 2023 sustainability program, we have extended the program to 2026 and become even more ambitious in the environmental sphere with new targets for 💧 water and 🗑 waste management. With our commitment to sustainability, our focus on innovation and operational excellence as well as through acquisitions and the optimization of our portfolio, we are continuously setting new standards on our journey to becoming a leading provider of innovative and ecological solutions for the entire building envelope in the areas of new construction and renovation as well as infrastructure for water and energy management. 🔎 Click here to view the entire combined wienerberger Annual and Sustainability Report: https://lnkd.in/d3Xmzkf4 #worldofwienerberger #annualreport #sustainabilityreport 

After 15 months, construction on Poe and Pardee Fields is complete and under the green is unseen infrastructure critical to Princeton’s sustainability goals: https://bit.ly/4gkjiLZ

This is bringing up all the feels for me... My freshman year dorm room looked out on Poe Field-- I would gaze out from my window onto students relaxing on the grass-- and I often joined them when I needed a break from studying. To see it now being put to such great use both as a research test bed and a practical solution for Princeton University is delightful. (Plus you can still go out there and take a nap on a blanket when you are procrastinating studying for spring finals... oh wait, I never did that...) Also, I'm now in the #thermalenergystorage space and this is a groundbreaking (literally) example of combining #heatpumps with thermal storage, here using the ground under Poe and Pardee Fields as a giant #heatbattery. Very exciting to see this being used for district heating for the campus. The 5 minute video in this article is worth watching, but if you don't have time, just check out these stats quantifying the 5x improvement: - The old way of heating/cooling university buildings with natural gas and steam pipes: 1 unit of energy in from natural gas, 3/4 unit energy delivered to the buildings - The new way with heat pumps and geoexchange: 1 unit of energy in from electricity, 4 units of energy delivered to the buildings

"At the Center for Sustainable Infrastructure, we believe in building a future where sustainability goals can also drive economic growth, innovation, rural opportunity and prosperity. The transition to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is a prime example of how we can turn today’s environmental challenges into tomorrow’s economic opportunities. That’s why it’s important to commend Rep. Suzan DelBene, D-Wash., for her leadership as a founding member of the Congressional Sustainable Aviation Caucus. SAF is a game-changer that represents a shift toward a circular economy where waste products like agricultural residues and renewable energy are transformed into jet fuel, powering both our planes and our economy. And here in Washington, we’re already seeing this future take shape. Nationwide, the SAF transition could result in nearly $800 billion in capital investments and support as many as 400,000 jobs. Rep. DelBene’s commitment to sustainable aviation reflects the kind of forward-thinking leadership we need to tackle the climate crisis while creating economic opportunities that benefit everyone. By advancing SAF, we can unlock new markets, create quality jobs, position Washington as a global leader in the next wave of clean energy innovation, and support the aviation industry, including general aviation, in their ambitious goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Sustainability has to work for the market and for our communities. Rep. DelBene’s efforts in sustainable aviation are leading the way, ensuring that Washington remains at the forefront of building a sustainable, resilient economy for all." Rhys Roth Center for Sustainable Infrastructure Olympia Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eDvJfUJs  

The Net Zero initiatives for 2050 are of paramount importance to the preservation of our environment. Electrification serves as a pivotal driving force and a crucial factor in assisting us in achieving these objectives. As we progress, it has been demonstrated that electrifying new construction projects is more cost-effective compared to retrofits. However, it would be highly inefficient to concentrate all of our efforts on this single approach. Such a strategy would impose excessive strain on the grid, particularly during peak cooling and heating periods. Therefore, it is imperative that we explore alternative strategies to ensure continued progress towards Net Zero and electrification while simultaneously maintaining efficiency.