News Briefs
The U.S. construction industry needs 349,000 new workers by 2026 to address labor shortages and balance supply and demand.
Dry Data: Zero-Water Data Center Design
Microsoft is introducing water-free cooling systems in data centers to enhance sustainability, saving 33 million gallons annually, with wider deployment expected in 2027.
Building for the Boom: Of Data Centers, That Is
It seems data-center construction is propping up most of the industry's economy.
Recognize and Respond: Narcan Training to Combat Opioid Overdose in Construction
Skanska hosted Be Well Texas for a workshop on how to recognize the symptoms of opioid overdose and administer life-saving Narcan.
News Briefs: September-October 2025
U.S. Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Hawaii addresses infrastructure needs at Pearl Harbor; construction ventures driven mainly by AI.
News Briefs: July-August 2025
Tiny home is taking on a new meaning with micro-housing trends; plus, copper prices soar.
News Briefs: May-June 2025
ABC is entering the aerospace industry; equipment rental booms despite economic hindrance.
News Briefs: January/February 2025
Wisconsin tops the charts for construction in the 50 states, and demolition safety gets an update.


