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Are ‘net-zero’ buildings really net zero?
Report warns that there are a “negligible number” of truly net zero buildings.
How to promote an inclusive environment in your company
Lucy Barnard interviews Emma Porter, managing director of UK-based Story Contracting about how to adopt a workable diversity and inclusion strategy
Silicosis: ‘the biggest risk to construction workers after asbestos’
What is silicosis and why is it a threat to construction workers?
2023 World Demolition Awards: And the winners are..
D&Ri is proud to announce the winners of the 2023 World Demolition Awards.
India’s biggest demolition event hailed a success
VIDEO: DemTech 2023 draws impressive crowds after four-year absence
Contractors grapple with scope 3 emissions
Many major contractors are already getting to grips with their scope one and two emissions. But how are they faring with scope 3? Lucy Barnard finds out.
Industry experts speak on RAAC
Two industry experts talk about the issues with reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC)
How climate change is taking its toll on bridges
Could a spate of high-profile bridge collapses to have hit the headlines this year be linked to climate change?
OSHA proposes rule to clarify PPE standard
OSHA looking to revise the personal protective equipment standard in construction 
The engineering challenges of Grand Paris Express, Europe’s largest transport infrastructure project
Société du Grand Paris boss, Bernard Cathelain, tells KHL’s Lucy Barnard about the engineering challenges behind Europe’s largest transport infrastructure project
Why ignorance is not bliss when it comes to scaffolding
David Glabe asks: Since all workers involved with the design, erection and use of scaffolds must be trained, how is it that scaffolds are so poorly designed, erected and used?
The countries that are amending building codes to limit construction carbon emissions
A small but growing number of countries have either implemented or are preparing to introduce changes to their building codes to limit carbon emissions.
Achieving peak efficiency in diesel technology
Engine manufacturers have been steadily improving diesel technology, reducing emissions and also improving fuel economy
Demolishing stereotypes: The women working for gender equality in demolition
Women in the industry talk to D&Ri about their experiences
How construction can avoid allegations of ‘greenwashing’
Bureau Veritas pubishes guide to assessing green claims
Hitachi welcomes AI technology update to Europe’s Machinery Directive
New safety rules will regulate connectivity, autonomy, and data dependency
Hourly wage for construction soars
20,000 hired last month alone but construction vacancies still outpacing hires, warns AGC 
Kobelco suspends some machine sales in Europe
Temporary stop on certain crane and excavator sales due to Hino engine emission certification issue
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