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BIG creates 3D-printed data storage device to be sent to the Moon

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It will store data from "governments, enterprise businesses, and leading NGOs " in outer space. Previously, Space X won a NASA contract to design a moon lander under the Artemis program , while UK company Metalysis won a contract to develop technology that turns lunar rock into oxygen for future habitation.

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The value of sustainable construction certification | News | Architonic

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But individual companies and governments don’t altruistically reduce their carbon emissions simply for the health of the environment. The environmental claims of a product, business or, indeed, administration, are some of the biggest marketing tools money can buy, winning friends, contracts and even votes.

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BDP Architecture Practice Information + News

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The company will move to a model of environmental, social and governance reporting from next year to demonstrate the value that multidisciplinary design can bring to its clients and communities. BDP Projects Information. BDP Architects : recent information on Building Design Partnership. BDP : main page with current news.

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The Architect’s Standard of Care

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Generally, the courts hold architects like me, who stamp and sign construction contract documents, to a higher standard of care compared to others who don’t have this responsibility. This act signifies my professional endorsement of the project’s design and my assumption of responsibility for its accuracy and adequacy.

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Architecture studios "benefiting" from alleged human rights violations at Neom

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Frankental argued that while the Saudi government is ultimately responsible for the reported forced evictions, the architecture studios involved will financially benefit from them. It's the Saudi government who are responsible for these violations, but [the architecture studios] will be benefiting from them," he said.

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Everything Construction Contractors Need to Know About Surety Bonds

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The field of construction comes with significant risks, and surety bonds function as risk-transfer mechanisms to protect project owners and the government in case a contractor defaults. Construction bonds are also called contract bonds since they serve as a guarantee that the contractor will fulfill the provisions of a contract.

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Harnessing Solar Incentives For Sustainable Residential Projects 

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You can check a dedicated database for state incentives or government websites. Calculate Financial Benefits Calculating the financial benefits of solar incentives helps homeowners and developers assess the economic feasibility and return on investment (ROI) of their solar projects, enabling informed decision-making.