Penticton to build $60M mass timber office for its innovation district
A $60M mass timber office is planned for the Penticton innovation district, backed by provincial grants and designed for a mixed-use site.
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Saint-Gobain launched the first zero-carbon wallboard plant in North America
A factory in Quebec just became the first zero-carbon wallboard plant in North America, and it could change how Canadian homes are built.
Why decarbonizing construction is key to achieving net-zero cities
Decarbonizing construction is key to net-zero cities. Learn how materials, methods, and planning can build healthier communities.
Michigan launches Mass Timber Catalyst Program with grants up to $75K
Michigan’s new Mass Timber Catalyst Program gives developers and designers funding and technical support to explore mass timber construction.
Recycled building materials set to be major part of Holcim strategy
Holcim is expanding its recycled materials business in Europe, adding new capacity to turn construction waste into reusable inputs as circular construction becomes more mainstream.
Largest lumber suppliers in the U.S. and how much they make
The U.S. lumber industry faces softer demand in 2025, but top suppliers like Weyerhaeuser and Georgia-Pacific continue to thrive. This article highlights the leading companies,…
Building smart airports: What contractors need to know for the future
Airports are becoming digital ecosystems, and contractors now need both construction and tech skills. Here’s how the shift is reshaping future projects.
Largest EV battery plant in Canada starts construction after $7B PowerCo investment
PowerCo has begun full construction on its $7 billion St. Thomas EV battery plant, a project expected to deliver thousands of jobs and boost Canada’s…
Largest tiny home builders in the U.S.
With rising housing costs and growing interest in sustainability, tiny home builders are redefining small-space living. These companies offer modern, efficient, and customizable designs that…
Sustainable construction: How the construction industry is going net zero
The construction industry produces nearly 40% of global emissions, but builders are rapidly adopting low-carbon materials, efficient design, and digital tools to cut carbon at…
Top Perkins & Will projects shaping sustainable design
See how Perkins & Will projects like the Shanghai Library East, SoLo House, and Northtown Library are shaping cities through design and sustainability.
MST Rebar invests $15.5M to build fiberglass rebar plant in Bladen County
Canadian firm MST Rebar is set to build a fiberglass rebar plant in Bladen County, creating 83 full-time jobs and boosting U.S. advanced manufacturing.
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