House Approves Five-year FAA Reauthorization
The U.S. House of Representatives voted 393 to 13 to pass a measure that authorizes $4.35 billion annually for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) programs over five years.
New Report Demonstrates How to Achieve Healthier, More Resilient Cities—While Saving Billions of Dollars
Delivering Urban Resilience, a new report authored by Capital-E, quantifies the range of costs and benefits for the adoption of citywide smart surface technologies in Washington, D.C., Philadelphia and El Paso.
EPA Announces New Funding for Water Infrastructure Projects
Funding will leverage public and private investments to keep lead and other contaminants out of drinking water and upgrade aging water infrastructure.
Six U.S. Cities Participate in USGBC’s LEED for Cities Grant Program
Chicago, Denver, Phoenix, Atlanta, Washington, D.C. and San Jose, Calif., received a grant from USGBC that includes financial assistance to help the cities pursue LEED for Cities certification.
Moving the Country Forward With Foreign Direct Investment: A Balancing Act
Contractors can benefit from Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), but investment by foreign firms in U.S. design and construction firms, materials suppliers and technology providers could face more scrutiny.
Risks to Mitigate When Bidding for Federal Contracts
Contractors bidding on federal contracts should pay attention to how they manage cyber risk, prepare for increased scrutiny and demonstrate that safety measures are in place.
Prepare for the Worst With a Crisis Communication Plan
Companies in the construction industry need to be prepared to respond to a crisis scenario and should be ready to communicate within the first hour after an incident occurs.
Power to the Jobsite: Where It Comes From and How to Keep It Flowing
To keep a project running smoothly, contractors need to know the basics of electricity distribution and how a project interfaces with the local electric utility. Here are some general tips.
