Eric Mauchan's Cape Cod-style house in Framingham, Massachusetts, does not...

CNN Climate 16 days ago

Eric Mauchan's Cape Cod-style house in Framingham, Massachusetts, does not have central air conditioning. So when the summer heat bears down, his four window AC units, two dehumidifiers and fans that keep the 2,600-square-foot home cool push his electricity bill to roughly $200 a month. In the depths of winter, the monthly cost of warming the home with gas soars to about $400. His wife, Jennifer, deploys a classic New England tactic to cut down on the energy bill: telling the family to add layers of clothing and blankets before she touches the thermostat. But all that is about to change, as the family joins a small-yet-growing group who are tapping into a network of underground energy to heat and cool their homes. Read more at the link in our bio. 📸: Courtesy Eversource

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The UK government’s commitment to small modular reactors expands the scope for Whole Life Carbon analysis in Construction. By relaxing planning rules, policymakers aim to accelerate decarbonisation and address Embodied Carbon goals. Wider deployment of these reactors supports Net Zero Carbon targets and prompts new avenues for Whole Life Carbon Assessment, focusing on Life cycle cost benefits and reliable Renewable energy sources.

City rebuilding after climate shocks integrates Sustainable Construction methods, including Eco-friendly Construction and Green Building Materials. Lifecycle Assessment tools measure the Environmental Impact of Construction, while Low Carbon Building models encourage Carbon Footprint Reduction. Regions adopt Green Construction principles and Sustainable Architecture to create Energy-efficient Buildings that align with Carbon Neutral Construction goals.

Waste management improvements remain a priority. Digital waste tracking faces delays. Stakeholders emphasise the circular economy, advocating Sustainable Building Practices and Renewable Building Materials to advance Sustainability efforts. This approach preserves resources and supports Low-impact Construction.

Policy reviews address water and flood management, with implications for future Building permits. Strengthened drainage standards and flood protection measures encourage Sustainable Design, reinforcing Sustainable Urban Development while safeguarding Environmental Sustainability in Construction. These changes align with decarbonisation targets and bolster global resilience.

Technological and regulatory shifts illustrate how Construction is adapting to new environmental realities. Greater emphasis on Whole Life Carbon, Embodied Carbon, and Whole Life Carbon Assessment informs each Building’s performance, from materials to end of service. Through renewable systems, Energy-efficient Buildings, and Green Construction practices, the industry pursues lower Life cycle cost. The aim is a more resilient, sustainable sector, equipped to meet global demands without compromising future generations.

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