Senate committee moves forward with deconstruction, salvage and contractor-certification pilot A proposed pilot (S.B. 8168) would incentivize municipal opt-ins for deconstruction and reuse of building materials, require the codes council to update the statewide code to avoid conflicts, and create contractor certification; members debated cost, market demand and whether state code changes should be mandatory.

New York's S.B. 8168 is set to revolutionize how we think about construction by promoting deconstruction and the reuse of materials, while creating skilled jobs and reducing landfill waste.

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Project staff say geothermal retrofit and design changes cut Tab High construction estimate to $34.77 million; building will be solar-ready Project staff reported that switching to a geothermal system and other design optimizations reduced Tab High School’s construction-only estimate from about $40.78 million at 35% design to $34.77 million at 65% design, and said the building will be outfitted to support future solar panels though funding for panels is not in the budget.

Tab High School's renovation costs have been slashed to $34.77 million thanks to a smart switch to geothermal energy, setting the stage for a more sustainable future.

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Committee hears bill to fund energy-code technical assistance; author lays bill over Senate File 4212 would create a competitive grant program (administered by the Department of Labor and Industry) to fund third-party technical assistance for local energy-code enforcement; the committee accepted an amendment clarifying eligibility and laid the bill over for further work.

Minnesota's Senate is considering a crucial bill that could empower local jurisdictions with the technical support they need to meet new energy-code standards!

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A wide, outdoor shot of a long red brick wall under a cloudy Patagonian sky. The lower part of the wall is already covered in a rough grey concrete and recycled EPS insulation mixture, while the upper bricks remain exposed. This is the last available section of the house waiting to be sealed before winter.

The last available wall of the house begins to be sealed next week. Will your name be in it? #BuildingInPublic #SustainableBuilding #Crowdfunding

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Thermal Lag - Calculating Heat Loss Into the Ground Thermal mass is a material's resistance to change in temperature and the ability to absorb and store heat energy. Thermal lag is the name given to the delay in the stored heat being released from the...

This open-source guide explains how these principles improve energy efficiency and sustainable building design.

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Senate committee adopts amendment to ease LED retrofits for some large facilities The Senate Energy and Environment Committee voted to adopt a dash‑4 amendment to House Bill 40 60, extending an exemption that eases facility planning review for large long‑term care and other million‑square‑foot facilities replacing fluorescent fixtures; supporters say it prevents service disruptions while opponents wanted broader relief for smaller sites.

Oregon's Senate committee just approved a crucial amendment that could save millions and streamline the transition from fluorescent lamps to LEDs for large facilities—find out how this impacts your community!

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Council moves multiplex‑housing appendix into rulemaking; allows small three‑story up to six units under modified IRC rules The SBCC approved advancing a multiplex-housing appendix that lets 3–6 unit, up to 3‑story buildings be built under the residential code with added corridor, fire-protection, sprinkler, EV-ready parking and accessibility rules; staff will replace an EV table with embedded wording before CR‑102.

A new multiplex-housing appendix will allow the construction of three to six unit buildings with enhanced safety and sustainability features under modified residential codes.

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Senate advances low‑carbon materials bill after hours of debate over costs, verification and market value Senators approved an Appropriations substitute (House bill 153) creating an Environmental Product Declaration program, an $85/metric‑ton industrial carbon incentive, and a $25 million low‑carbon materials rebate program; floor debate focused on program costs, verification, and whether credits have market value.

The Senate has just approved a groundbreaking bill aimed at boosting low-carbon construction materials in New Mexico, igniting a heated debate over costs and market value!

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NVIDIA proposes Phase 4 Santa Clara office campus; neighbors raise concerns over height, noise and traffic NVIDIA and its design team presented a proposed Phase 4 office expansion in Santa Clara — about 692,000 square feet with buried parking and LEED Gold goals — while residents pressed the company and city for limits on construction hours, dust and truck staging and asked for more renderings and tenant relocation help.

NVIDIA's ambitious Phase 4 expansion plan in Santa Clara promises a massive new campus, but local residents are raising alarms over privacy, noise, and traffic disruptions.

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Announcement for the launch webinar of Circularity in Built Environments research on Feb 13, 2026, featuring Drs. Friedman, Raugei, and Keena.

#ICYMI: Our Circularity in Built Environments launch webinar is now online! The editorial leadership team shared insights on the journal and answered audience questions. Watch the full recording here 📹 https://ow.ly/iBCa50YhP04

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Open Source #EarthbagVillage and #EarthbagHome Engineering Hub Earthbag construction engineering details open source hub. Tutorials and resources for earthbag engineering calculations, testing, designs, implementation, etc.

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Building Code Council legislative committee raises concerns about bills that could change energy‑code scope and override local review Members of the State Building Code Council’s legislative committee on Feb. 12 discussed pending bills (including HB 2381 and ESSB 5552) that they said could shift energy‑code authority, require acceptance of third‑party certifications by local jurisdictions, and import IECC Section R406 in ways that lower residential energy standards.

The State Building Code Council is sounding the alarm on proposed bills that could drastically lower energy standards and bypass local reviews—what's at stake for our future?

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Alpharetta council approves 7‑story AC Hotel and first vertiport use at Northwind Summit, 6–1 Council approved a master plan amendment, conditional use and variances to add a vertiport and a 7‑story, 165‑room AC Hotel at Northwind Summit; council debated EIFS exterior materials, hotel economics and future controls on vertiport operations.

Alpharetta is set to soar with the approval of a new 7-story AC Hotel and the city's first-ever vertiport, promising cutting-edge transportation and luxury lodging.

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Public works advances Tower Road Bridge bid and secures $97,750 for Hall of Justice project Public works staff said the county is eligible for a $97,750 Clean Buildings Performance Grant toward the Hall of Justice project, plans to remove and sell a rooftop chiller, called three bids for road materials with March openings, and estimated the Tower Road Bridge construction at about $2.85 million with ARPA and state commerce funding.

Cowlitz County is on track to secure a $97,750 grant for the Hall of Justice while gearing up for significant road improvements, including the $2.85 million Tower Road Bridge project!

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Oakdale council adopts 2025 California building code; consent agenda approved 4-0 After a staff presentation, the Oakdale City Council voted 4-0 to adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code; council also approved the consent agenda 4-0. Staff said the 2025 updates make limited local changes, including moving wildland-urban interface provisions to a standalone part and modest EV charger revisions.

The Oakdale City Council has unanimously adopted the 2025 California Building Standards Code, making crucial updates for safety and sustainability.

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Lawmakers debate embodied-carbon rules for large buildings in HB 2273 A committee hearing on HB 2273 asked the State Building Code Council to set embodied-carbon reduction standards for large projects, requiring data reporting and a Commerce-run public database; witnesses split between industry concerns about supply and cost and community and design professionals arguing the bill advances environmental justice and meets international precedents.

Lawmakers are at a crossroads as they debate HB 2273, a bill aimed at slashing embodied carbon in large construction projects—will it drive innovation or hinder affordability?

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Senate committee adopts amendment shrinking eligibility for school energy-code exemption and advances SB 59-41 In executive session the committee adopted amendment 'g' to Senate Bill 59-41, changing the eligible school district enrollment threshold from 1,000 students to 500 or fewer, then rolled the amendment into a proposed substitute and passed the bill out of committee subject to signatures.

The Senate has just taken a significant step towards empowering smaller school districts to harness renewable energy by lowering the eligibility threshold for energy-code exemptions!

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Montgomery County officials give progress update as Justice Center costs and timeline solidify County staff told commissioners the new Justice Center is nearing move-in readiness in 2026 but warned project costs have risen, with prime construction awards of about $233 million and an overall estimate ranging roughly $472 million–$480 million depending on contingency use.

Montgomery County's new Justice Center is on track for a 2026 move-in, but costs are climbing—will the project stay within budget?

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3Trees Unveils Climate-Resilient Coating Solutions at Big 5 Construct Saudi Enhancing Sustainable Building Standards in the Middle East RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SKSHU Paint Co., Ltd., a leading provider of building coating solutions, showcased its latest range of high-performance, climate-adaptive products at Big 5 Construct Saudi, the Middle East’s premier construction industry event. The display reflected a broader industry shift toward integrated, sustainable technologies that enhance durability, energy efficiency, and indoor environmental quality. As construction across the Gulf accelerates, developers face growing pressure to meet higher environmental and performance standards. In response, 3Trees’s exhibition introduced three core solutions to address these challenges: weather-resistant stone-effect coatings, odorless […]

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Needham designers outline Pollard school timeline, MSBA reimbursement limits and Cogswell bids Officials briefed the finance committee on active construction projects and the Pollard school MSBA process, citing a low bid of about $15.8M for the Cogswell maintenance building and explaining MSBA caps (about $605/sq ft eligible) that could leave the town responsible for cost overruns.

Needham's construction projects are moving forward with a $15.8 million bid for the Cogswell maintenance building, but can the town navigate the complexities of MSBA reimbursement caps?

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SBCC legislative committee reviews embodied-carbon bills and potential workload for performance-based codes The State Building Code Council legislative committee reviewed bill tracking for embodied-carbon reductions and performance-based building code proposals, discussed timing for testimony and drafting a letter to the full council, and flagged staffing and process impacts; no formal SBCC position was taken.

The State Building Code Council grapples with critical bills aimed at reducing embodied carbon in buildings, but is mired in procedural challenges that could shape the future of construction standards.

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While historical design offers valuable insights, many argue modern architects already apply these principles. The ongoing debate questions their relevance given today's advanced materials, technologies, and stringent building codes. #SustainableBuilding 6/6