Sarah Poirier, Author at Under the Hard Hat

Sarah Poirier

June 20, 2025

Harnessing the sun: A guide to passive solar design for building professionals

Passive solar design uses sunlight to heat and cool buildings naturally. Save energy, reduce costs, and stay comfortable year-round.

Professional Development

June 19, 2025

The importance of upskilling in construction

Sarah Poirier

The benefits of upskilling in construction include improving retention rates, addressing skills gaps, and boosting productivity on job sites.

Featured

June 16, 2025

NECA: How they support electrical contractors across the industry

Sarah Poirier

NECA supports electrical contractors with advocacy, safety training, and industry resources, benefiting over 500,000 workers.

Wellness

June 14, 2025

Strength breaks for desk jobs: Keeping construction professionals healthy behind the desk

Sarah Poirier

Sitting for extended periods leads to poor posture, tight muscles, and a higher risk of disease. Regular strength breaks counteract this.

Design

June 13, 2025

Building the future: Must-have smart home technology for 2025

Sarah Poirier

The best smart home tech for 2025 includes smart lighting, security cameras, and voice assistants—attract buyers and boost home energy efficiency.

Healthy Food Truck

June 7, 2025

6 energy supplements without caffeine for sharper focus at work

Sarah Poirier

Energy supplements like Transparent Labs Stim-Free Pre-Workout & Nature Made B12 improve focus at work without the crash from caffeine.

AI & Technology

June 6, 2025

Nvidia will pour $500B into US AI supercomputer construction

Sarah Poirier

Nvidia is expected to spend $500 billion into building AI chips and supercomputers in the U.S. fueling a major manufacturing boom in tech.

Canadian flags on Windsor Ontario water side park

Labor

June 5, 2025

Ontario’s $955M skills development fund aims to protect trades jobs

Sarah Poirier

Ontario expands Skills Development Fund by $955M to protect trades workers from U.S. tariff pressures. Learn what it means for employers.

Wellness

June 4, 2025

Why investing in a water filter is a smart idea for every AEC professional (+ the best options to consider for job sites and homes)

Sarah Poirier

Investing in a drinking water or whole-house water filtration system prevents the ingestion of harmful substances like chlorine, lead, and bacteria.

Healthy Food Truck

June 4, 2025

7 high-protein sandwich recipes for busy days at work

Sarah Poirier

Increase your protein intake with these 7 high-protein sandwich recipes including the grilled chicken pesto or avocado and smoked salmon.

Construction of a new residential complex. Many high-rise cranes and industrial construction equipment against the backdrop of a construction buildings.

Featured

June 3, 2025

Project abandonments spike in 2025 with private sector hit hard

Sarah Poirier

Project abandonments surged 9.5% in March of 2025, with private sector work hardest hit. The hike stems from tariff uncertainties.

Safety

June 2, 2025

How to make respiratory safety a priority in the construction industry

Sarah Poirier

Construction workers face respiratory hazards, such as silica dust and fumes, daily. Some of the best respirators are N95s and PAPRs.

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