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Materials & Sustainability
Sustainable materials, green building, LEED, embodied carbon, supply chain, and low-carbon construction.
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ORNL and ARC Launch AI Foundry to Enhance the US Defense Supply Chain
Fabrication Shops Should Be Operating Like High-Performance Manufacturers
Fabrication shops can improve efficiency and cut waste by adopting high-performance manufacturing strategies. Strategic operations also help address the ongoing skilled-labor shortage in construction.
Italy Bets on Distributed AM for Naval Readiness with the DIANA Defense Program
Navigating Timelines and Technology: Patent Strategies for Space and Earth
Patent law needs to keep pace as construction technology advances for space-based building projects. Protecting intellectual property rights for these innovations will be critical as the industry develops new capabilities beyond Earth.
Oklahoma DOT Awards $408M Contract for New Four-Lane Bridge Over Lake Texoma
Oklahoma DOT has awarded a $408 million contract to build a new four-lane bridge over Lake Texoma to replace the original 87-span structure that opened in 1945 and is now functionally obsolete. The project represents a major infrastructure upgrade for the critical Texas-Oklahoma crossing over one of the nation's largest reservoirs.
Self-Healing Concrete Redefines Durability and Sustainability in Modern Construction
Self-healing concrete uses biological processes to automatically repair cracks, extending structure lifespan and reducing maintenance costs. This innovation combines durability improvements with sustainability benefits by decreasing the need for repairs and material replacement over time.
What to know about Trump’s tariff refund process
A tariff refund claims process launches Monday, with finance leaders playing a key role in helping construction companies navigate the application. Companies need to prepare documentation and understand eligibility requirements to recover tariff costs on imported materials and equipment.
Georgetown Engineers Pectin-Based Bone Grafts to Replace Metal Implants
Georgetown University researchers have developed pectin-based bone grafts that could replace metal implants in surgical procedures, reducing risks like infection, nerve damage, and rejection. This advancement addresses complications from the millions of bone grafting surgeries performed globally each year.
USDOT Pumps $600 Million into the Delaware/Pennsylvania I-95 Bridge Rebuild
The U.S. Department of Transportation is investing $600 million to rebuild the Delaware/Pennsylvania I-95 bridge after a truss failure. The funding will support the reconstruction of this critical infrastructure connecting Southeast Pennsylvania and Delaware.
How much power do cities have over data centers?
A Wisconsin referendum reveals that cities have limited legal power to block or heavily regulate data center development, even when communities have concerns. Local governments need to focus on negotiating community benefits agreements and cost protections rather than relying on outright rejection.
New Bioengineered Patch Makes Its Own Oxygen to Heal Wounds and Grow Tissue
Researchers have created a bioengineered patch that produces its own oxygen to accelerate wound healing and tissue growth, solving a major challenge in tissue engineering. This technology could have applications in construction-related injuries and worker health management.
NASA STTR Award Backs Cold Spray Research for GRX-810
NASA is funding research between University of Utah, Penn State, and Elementum 3D to develop cold spray manufacturing and repair techniques for GRX-810, a heat-resistant alloy used in extreme aerospace environments. The project aims to create reliable production pathways for this high-performance material that can withstand intense temperatures and reactive conditions.
Trump plan to use ‘magic’ paint will ruin Eisenhower building, restoration experts say
Trump administration plans to use mineral silicate-based masonry paint on the Eisenhower building exterior, but 25 preservation experts argue the paint won't waterproof granite or provide structural benefits as claimed. Preservationists are suing to block the renovation project based on these technical concerns.
Carollo Engineers wins construction manager post on $200M Nevada water job
Carollo Engineers has been selected as construction manager for a $200 million water purification and reuse facility in Nevada, marking the state's first project of this type. The firm will oversee the construction of the facility, which represents a significant infrastructure investment in water treatment innovation.
Oil prices triggered higher construction costs in March
Oil price increases drove construction input costs up 18% at an annualized rate during the first quarter of the year. Builders should expect higher material expenses to continue as energy costs remain elevated.
How Construction’s Risks, Opportunities and Insurance Options Shape up for 2026
Construction faces ongoing challenges from rising material costs and workforce shortages in 2026, with alternative insurance options emerging as a potential solution to cover industry gaps. Builders should evaluate specialized coverage options to manage these persistent operational risks.
Oil Prices Contribute to March Surge in Construction Materials Prices
Construction materials prices jumped in March and are now 4.8% higher year-over-year, marking the largest annual increase since January 2023. Rising oil prices are a key driver behind the surge in material costs.