ÃÛ½ÛÖ±²¥ helps construction firms prepare for ripple effect
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On March 30, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) issued new carbon standards under its Facilities Standards for the Public Buildings Service (P-100) to require the use of lower carbon concrete products and asphalt paving practices for all GSA design and construction contracts that involve at least 10 cubic yards of those materials. The general contractor now must source concrete that meet specific carbon requirements; collect and maintain documentation associated with both materials; and, in the case of asphalt, employ carbon reduction practices such as recycled content or reduced mix temperatures.
ÃÛ½ÛÖ±²¥ is pleased to announce the appointment of new members to serve on its Environmental Forum Steering Committee. Members of the steering committee have direct access to federal regulatory officials, influence over ÃÛ½ÛÖ±²¥â€™s environmental agenda, and a means to exchange valuable information with one another and industry peers. Join us in welcoming the new members.
IPD represents a small share of project delivery methods used in the United States, but there are advantages. Lean construction works most efficiently with an IPD agreement providing the contractual framework to collaborate. A highlight recent study concluded that the business case for lean construction is compelling. A recent ÃÛ½ÛÖ±²¥ webinar outlining the study can be accessed here.