Building Community Benefits in Construction for Good
Discover the power of social procurement in shaping inclusive, vibrant, and healthy communities and explore how construction projects can implement social procurement goals through Community Benefit Agreements (CBA).
Embracing sustainable building practices
The global shift towards achieving net-zero emissions has led to an increasing interest in sustainable building practices among architects, designers, builders, and property owners. Integrating concepts such as local vernacular architecture, the 100-kilometer home concept, and Life Cycle Assessments into the design process can help to reduce the environmental impact of construction and transportation.
The social and human experience of building
There is so much to consider when thinking about social sustainability. One vital aspect that is often overlooks is the livability of spaces.
How generative AI is transforming how we design, build, and work
Whether we embrace it or not, generative AI will transform how we work and how we build.
Transforming construction through sustainability and Lean practices
As Lean construction practices and requirements have grown more prevalent in projects over time, it is crucial to comprehend the multiple benefits it can provide to a project, ranging from its contributions to environmental sustainability to its potential for cost reduction.
Building good online communities
Despite being highly skilled and capable, some women face barriers to entry and advancement, or generally do not see the construction industry as a place for them. We partnered with Areto Labs, a women-owned Canadian tech company, to track the commentary on social media around women in construction over the past six months.
Prioritizing inclusion in the workplace
When employers are looking to diversify their workforce actively and meaningfully, it is essential that their primary focus is on inclusive work environments, first and foremost.
Decarbonizing our future
Achieving a profitable, problem-solving, and planet-benefiting sustainable solution isn't an easy task. The organizations that see the most success are those that respect and empower their people to do their best, both in and out of the workplace. This starts at the top and needs to extend throughout the business.