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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
Comment: Trackunit’s Soeren Brogaard responds to concerns about the EU Data Act
Soeren Brogaard on what the Act means for construction
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
How is construction becoming more sustainable?
Sustainable practices in construction are on the up, and the industry is adopting new technologies to reduce emissions
Crane industry responds to “unworkable” new EU regulations
Crane industry brands parts of the new EU Machinery Regulations as “completely unworkable”
United report shows emissions down 9%
Report covers 2021 wins in ESG, governance and diversity
Controversy over Skanska loader crane ban
Industry association warns of far-reaching consequences for contractor’s hydraulic truck loader crane ban
50% of construction workers have seen ‘obvious discrimination’
New report reveals that the depth of discrimination issues in the construction industry 
How can construction develop a Circular Economy?
Branislav Simovic, Despina Kallidromitou and Elisa Maceratini discuss the development of a Circular Economy in construction
The digitalisation of the construction industry
Trackunit looks at key trends in the cohesive development of construction technology
Demolition or refurbishment?
Increasing numbers of politicians and architects are favouring reused buildings over demolition
UK construction associations unite to diversify sector
Six leading bodies sign MoU, pledging to create a more diverse, equitable and inclusive industry 
ERA pushes for rental in EU sustainability criteria
ERA is advocating for the broad inclusion of rental in EU Taxonomy list of sustainable activities
Connected and autonomous plant scoring system launched
National Highways reveals ‘CAP Levels’ to construction leaders 
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