TOPIC: Sustainability

The Living Building Challenge Setting New Boundaries

The Living Building Challenge Setting New Boundaries
The most rigorous yet is known as the Living Building Challenge run by the International Living Future Institute,...

Zero Energy Buildings – To Retrofit or Start Fresh?

Zero Energy Buildings – To Retrofit or Start Fresh?
When it comes to designing zero energy buildings, building from scratch may be easier but retrofits can achieve...

What Does 2013 Have In Store For Engineering?

What Does 2013 Have In Store For Engineering?
Leading players in engineering consider the future for 2013 with reforms, sustainability, education, technology and BIM all being...

Workplace of the Future: A Focus On The Occupant

Workplace of the Future: A Focus On The Occupant
Aurecon has created a workplace for its staff focused on the indoor environment quality with sustainability innovation from...

Retrofitting South Africa’s Squatter Camps

Retrofitting South Africa’s Squatter Camps
The new iShack brings new hope and empowerment thousands of South African people currently living in substandard conditions.

$1.4 Billion Mine Boost Closer For QLD

$1.4 Billion Mine Boost Closer For QLD
Global resources giant MMG has endorsed the development of a mine at one of the world's largest zinc...

Landmark Agreement to Improve Sustainability of Cities

Landmark Agreement to Improve Sustainability of Cities
Parramatta is set to lead the way in retrofitting commercial buildings thanks to a new finance model that...

World’s Longest High Speed Rail Line To Open In China

World’s Longest High Speed Rail Line To Open In China
China is to open the world's longest high speed rail line despite sustainability, environmental and safety concerns surrounding...

The UK’s Most ‘Outstanding’ Green Building

The UK’s Most ‘Outstanding’ Green Building
Cutting-edge architecture and engineering with a focus on sustainability has helped deliver the UK's most outstanding BREEAM rated...
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