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German Construction Company Arikon Will Build Tesla Gigafactory In Brandenburg
CleanTechnica
MARCH 6, 2020
German construction company Arikon is scheduled to start building Giga Berlin on March 19.
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CASE 580 EV | Project Zeus Promises Quieter Job Sites
CleanTechnica
MARCH 29, 2020
Agriculture Air Quality Clean Transport Electric Vehicles backhoe case case construction construction construction equipment electric construction equipment loaderCASE is calling its new machine "Project Zeus," and it's the industry's first electric backhoe loader.
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Liebherr Releases First All-Electric Cement Mixer
CleanTechnica
APRIL 1, 2020
Swiss construction firm Liebherr recently announced an all-electric first for heavy-duty construction sites. Meet the ETM — a five-axle semi truck mixer based on the new 670 HP all-electric Volvo FM. It's the first mixer that's 100% electric, and 100% awesome.
The climate case for construction
GreenBiz
JANUARY 2, 2020
But there are solutions to make construction more efficient, resilient and safer. Buildings have an outsize impact on the environment. Buildings Built Environment Clean Economy Cleantech Pollution Prevention
Become a Leader in the Construction Industry by Incorporating These 5 Innovative Strategies
U.S. Green Technology
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
Leadership and Innovation in the Construction Industry The construction industry is one of the largest industries in the world. The post Become a Leader in the Construction Industry by Incorporating These 5 Innovative Strategies appeared first on U.S.
Could Green Concrete Change the Construction Industry?
U.S. Green Technology
MARCH 12, 2020
The construction industry is undergoing a significant adjustment in recent years, with global trends leaning toward more sustainable sourcing and building practices. The post Could Green Concrete Change the Construction Industry?
Converting Plastic Waste Into Construction Materials
CleanTechnica
DECEMBER 10, 2019
The Center for Regenerative Design and Collaboration (CRDC), which is based in Costa Rica, has been developing a process to convert waste plastic into building materials like bricks and concrete.
Lucid Motors Begins Construction Of Arizona Factory
CleanTechnica
DECEMBER 3, 2019
After 3 years of delay, Lucid Motors has begun building its factory in Casa Grande, Arizona, thanks to a $1 billion line of funding from Saudi Arabia. Production is expected to begin in about a year. Cars Clean Transport Electric Cars Electric Vehicles Lucid Air Lucid factory Lucid Motors
The Construction Industry Meets Technology Disruption – Finally
CleanTech Group
SEPTEMBER 27, 2019
Construction is a $12 Trillion industry, accounting for almost 13% of the Global GDP. Construction and buildings are also responsible for 38% of global emissions, producing ~25%-30% of all waste in Europe. While construction incumbents. Cross-sector Trends Energy & Power Energy Efficiency Construction
How Renewable Energy Is Being Used by Construction Companies
U.S. Green Technology
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
The post How Renewable Energy Is Being Used by Construction Companies appeared first on U.S. In the last decade, the U.K. has decreased their dependency on carbon energy more than any other country in the world.
Tesla Kicks Off Construction Of Phase 2 At Gigafactory 3 In Shanghai
CleanTechnica
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
Tesla hasn't even shipped the first production vehicle from the first phase of construction at Gigafactory 3 in Shanghai, China, but it's already breaking ground on the second phase of construction next door, according to a new report from gigafisherman Chao Zhou.
All American to finish construction of hydrogen fuel cell vessel
CleanTech Alliance
MARCH 27, 2020
has been awarded a contract by Switch Maritime (SW/TCH) to complete the construction and outfitting of an aluminum 70?, Source: Workboat Staff, WorkBoat, March 26 All American Marine (AAM), Bellingham, Wash., 84-passenger zero-emissions, hydrogen-powered, electric drive e-ferry. The ferry (referred to as the ‘Water-Go-Round’ project) will operate in the San Francisco Bay Area. Prior to its transfer to […]. Industry News
How to Boost Your Career in Construction
The Environmental Blog
OCTOBER 14, 2019
The construction industry is a popular, ever-growing field, and with more young people than ever before opting to learn a trade in favor of attending college and earning a degree, the competition is getting fiercer.
Brazil to support construction of four new hydropower plants
Renewable Energy World
AUGUST 27, 2019
Dam Design and Construction Environmental Latin America News Hydropower FinanceBrazil has included four hydropower plants among the projects that will receive support as part of the country's investment partnerships program, called Programa de Parcerias de Investimentos or PPI.
Electric-Hybrid Yacht With 26 KW Of Solar Power Under Construction
CleanTechnica
NOVEMBER 14, 2019
The Silent 80, from Silent Yachts, is a trans-ocean electric-hybrid catamaran with a 26 kW solar power system onboard. Franz Bose, from SILENT-YACHTS, answered some questions for CleanTechnica. Boats Clean Power Clean Transport Electric Vehicles Solar Energy Solar Panels Silent Yachts
Casa I combines traditional courtyard typology with modern construction in Chile
Inhabitat - Innovation
AUGUST 27, 2019
Rooted in a tradition of embracing outdoor space, the residence — simply dubbed Casa I — is also decidedly modern in design and construction
World's largest 3D-printed building opens in Dubai after 2 weeks of construction
Inhabitat - Innovation
DECEMBER 17, 2019
Located in Dubai, the 6,998-square-foot administrative building was constructed in just 2 weeks
McCarthy begins construction on 61-MW Turquoise Solar project in Nevada
Solar Power World
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
McCarthy Building Companies recently began construction on a large solar project in Sparks, Nevada. The Turquoise Solar project encompasses a 61-MWDC solar farm located on approximately 180 acres in Washoe County, Nevada.
A Carbon Hierarchy for (Net) Zero Carbon Construction
Fairsnape
JANUARY 7, 2020
Construction projects are carbon-positive: Strict carbon planning and management is key. Carbon and Construction carbons are not understood. Therefore, the most responsible thing we can do is to design and construct buildings that are carbon sinks.
A PQQ for Regenerative Construction
Fairsnape
JANUARY 8, 2020
From COST Restore publication : Regenerative Construction and Operation Bridging the gap between design and construction, following a Life Cycle Approach consisting of practical approaches for procurement, construction, operation and future life.
NextEra starts construction on largest solar project in Arkansas
Solar Power World
DECEMBER 2, 2019
A subsidiary of NextEra Energy Resources and Entergy Arkansas announced the start of construction of Arkansas’ largest universal, utility-scale solar energy project — the Chicot Solar Energy Center.
Sunworks constructing 2.5-MW public works solar project in Northern California
Solar Power World
NOVEMBER 26, 2019
Sunworks, a solar power solutions provider for agriculture, commercial, industrial and residential markets, has received approval to commence construction of a public works project for a state-sponsored institution in Northern California.
Tesla Autopilot & Smart Summon Handle Construction Zone & Traffic Cones Like A Boss
CleanTechnica
NOVEMBER 10, 2019
Elon Musk and the Tesla software team are aiming to roll out all of the features of its Full Self-Driving package by the year-end, a tough goal but one that should be achievable with a little margin here and there.
Duke Energy Renewables acquires 9 under-construction Georgia solar projects
Solar Power World
JANUARY 15, 2020
The projects are in construction or have begun commercial operations across central Georgia under Georgia Power’s Renewable Energy Development Initiative (REDI).
Taiwanese 376 Megawatt Formosa 2 Offshore Wind Farm Takes Step Closer To Construction
CleanTechnica
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Offshore wind turbine manufacturer Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy announced this week that it had received a firm order for 47 of its 8 megawatt (MW) offshore wind turbines for the 376 MW Formosa 2 Offshore Wind Farm project off the coast of Taiwan. .
Sunfolding launches network to assist single-axis solar project construction
Solar Power World
SEPTEMBER 5, 2019
Sunfolding, a single-axis tracker systems developer, announced the launch of the Sunfolding Construction Network (SCN), a membership program for tracker installation companies.
Development & construction teams selected for 150-MW Texas solar project
Solar Power World
FEBRUARY 12, 2020
Merit SI and KOMIPO America announced the execution of a Joint Development Agreement to complete the development and construction of the 150-MW Concho Valley Solar project located in Tom Green County, Texas. “We
Investors call on construction material companies to commit to net zero emissions by 2050
Fairsnape
JULY 24, 2019
Investors supporting the Climate Action 100+ initiative expect construction material companies to make commitments in respect of. As the most widely used construction material globally, cement is the source of 7 percent of global man-made carbon dioxide emissions.
New York governor wants to speed up solar permitting and construction
Solar Power World
FEBRUARY 21, 2020
Cuomo today announced he is advancing a 30-day budget amendment to dramatically speed up the permitting and construction of renewable energy projects, combat climate change and grow the state’s green economy. New York Governor Andrew M.
Two Arkansas counties pursue solar energy with construction firm McKinstry
Solar Power World
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Construction firm McKinstry is working on solar projects in two Arkansas counties. In Sebastian County, McKinstry also completed efficiency retrofits and is currently… The post Two Arkansas counties pursue solar energy with construction firm McKinstry appeared first on Solar Power World.
What should sustainable construction look like?
Business Green
MARCH 18, 2020
We all know what sustainable construction doesn't look like: A testament to a bygone era of construction first, user second, and not even a third thought for the world's resources. This means considering regenerative design in all refurbishment and new construction projects.
[Blog] 10 Construction Trends Impacting the Industry
Home Energy
JULY 1, 2019
The construction industry is continuing to grow and evolve as new technology emerges. Let's take a closer look at some of the biggest construction trends that are currently Companies and workers will need to adapt or risk being left behind as the entire industry shifts into something new and different.
Sunpin Solar begins construction on 98-MW California solar project
Solar Power World
JANUARY 14, 2020
Sunpin Solar, a California-based solar developer, held a groundbreaking ceremony on January 10, 2020, celebrating the start of construction on its 98-MW Titan Solar 1 Project in Ocotillo Wells, California.
Construction begins on 12.44-MW Rhode Island community solar project
Solar Power World
NOVEMBER 13, 2019
TurningPoint Energy and Nautilus Solar Energy have begun construction on the King community solar project in North Smithfield, Rhode Island.
$13 trillion: China's expected construction spending by 2030. Will some go to zero carbon buildings?
GreenBiz
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
This article originally appeared on WRI Insights.China is in the midst of a construction mega-boom. China Buildings Built Environment Cities Energy & Climate Energy
Buildings Account For 11% Of Global Emissions. Here Are Two Ways To Slash That Number
CleanTechnica
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Buildings carbon dioxide emissions from construction cross-laminated timber green building techniques Renewable Energy zero carbon cementAbout 11% of global carbon emissions come from the building industry, much of it from making cement. Here are two ways to reduce that figure.
ENGIE begins construction on 225-MW Long Draw Solar Project
Solar Power World
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Slated to come… The post ENGIE begins construction on 225-MW Long Draw Solar Project appeared first on Solar Power World. ENGIE North America hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking with county officials and customers for the 225-MW Long Draw Solar Project on Nov.
New report says the building and construction sector can reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050
Envirotec Magazine
SEPTEMBER 23, 2019
Non-profit organisation’s report describes actions that would gear the buildings and construction sector towards a net zero future, through elimination of embodied carbon emissions. Oslo, Norway, has a commitment to fossil free construction sites.
Lightsource BP constructing 70-MW Penn State University solar project
Solar Power World
OCTOBER 24, 2019
Lightsource BP will build, own and operate the facility and sell the electricity to Penn State under a… The post Lightsource BP constructing 70-MW Penn State University solar project appeared first on Solar Power World.
Origis Services constructing large solar + storage operations center in Austin
Solar Power World
DECEMBER 16, 2019
Origis Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Origis Energy, announced the start of construction on one of the industry’s largest solar and energy storage Remote Operations Centers (ROC).
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