Articles tagged with "Government and Policy"

The Canada Housing Design Catalogue, released by CMHC, has garnered recognition for its approach to building design and operational energy efficiency. The catalogue is not meant to be comprehensive for all types of developments, but it provides valuable insights into these specific aspects. The focus appears to be on improving processes and efficiency in residential building designs.

Procure Plus has announced a £1.6 billion framework involving over 100 companies to retrofit social housing and public buildings with low and zero-carbon technologies. The four-year project is structured into regional and technology-specific lots, extending to 2029 and including the installation of heat pumps, solar PV, insulation, and other green measures. This initiative will work alongside housing associations, councils, and public bodies to enhance decarbonisation efforts and increase local employment and training opportunities.

Canada's business community is urging federal and provincial governments to speed up infrastructure investments, highlighting concerns about underinvestment that could hinder economic productivity and future growth. Aging transportation, housing, and energy systems are struggling to meet current demands, according to industry groups. They emphasize the need for proactive measures to support economic sustainability.

Prime Minister Paul Carney's budget proposal includes a $50 billion Local Infrastructure Fund aimed at housing, transportation, and healthcare infrastructure projects. The budget requires approval from opposition parties, as the Liberal minority government is short three votes. Key components of the budget involve investments in large-scale projects but also call for significant cuts in the public sector workforce. The approval of this budget could avoid an untimely election and facilitate major infrastructure spending across Canada.

Prime Minister Mark Carney's first federal budget highlights major investments aimed at driving economic transformation and growth. The budget outlines billions in infrastructure funding and new tax opportunities designed to stimulate business activity. These initiatives represent a departure from previous policies under Justin Trudeau, emphasizing economic revitalization through substantial public spending.

The article discusses the fluctuations and risks associated with investing in gas power generation, noting that valuations for mergers and acquisitions have doubled since 2024. Despite the rising valuations, new generation projects are considered risky by analysts. This highlights the volatile nature of the energy market and the challenges faced in predicting returns on such investments.

Michigan has introduced a mass timber program to encourage the adoption of this alternative building material. The state will provide financial support, guidance, and technical assistance to accommodate rising demand. This initiative is part of a broader effort to incorporate sustainable building practices in construction.

The Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is preparing to use a single-bore tunneling method for the next phase of the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Silicon Valley extension. A competitive procurement process will be conducted to select a new tunneling contractor. This selection process is an essential step before beginning the construction work on the project.

Sundt, Jacobs, and HDR have completed a $597 million wastewater treatment plant in San Mateo, California. The plant is a key part of San Mateo’s $1 billion Clean Water Program, aimed at upgrading the sewer infrastructure in the San Francisco Bay area. This project is instrumental in modernizing the region's water management systems.

The United States Department of Energy has canceled over $7.5 billion in clean energy awards, ending 223 projects. Additionally, nearly $100 billion in clean energy loans and conditional commitments are now under review. These actions have caused disruptions, particularly as the European Union progresses in its clean energy initiatives.

Illinois has approved a $1.5 billion legislative package aimed at overhauling the governance and funding of transit systems across the Chicago area. The measure was passed by both legislative houses, highlighting a significant shift towards stabilizing the financial future of public transportation in the region. This plan aims to improve how public transportation is managed and financed.

NHS Commercial Solutions has selected over 40 companies to be part of a new £1 billion framework for providing modular and prefabricated building solutions for public sector clients. The four-year framework, awarded on November 3, is divided into three lots: consultancy services, modular building works, and prefabricated building works. This initiative aims to streamline the construction process and implement efficient building solutions in the public sector.