Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22nd, serves as a powerful reminder of our planet’s fragility and the urgent need for environmental stewardship. While many associate Earth Day with recycling drives and tree planting, its impact extends far beyond these visible acts. It plays a crucial role in driving the adoption of sustainable construction practices, a vital component in mitigating climate change and fostering a healthier planet.

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The iconic skyline of New York City casts a long shadow, stretching far beyond its five boroughs. But that shadow, while representing growth and prosperity, also highlights a growing concern for the surrounding metropolitan areas: a severe land shortage. Counties and towns across Metro New York are feeling the squeeze, impacting everything from residential development to the very supply chains that fuel the construction industry.

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Press Release from NYCDOB New York, NY – Commissioner Jimmy Oddo announced today that the Department of Buildings (DOB) is convening a new Innovation Review Board, tasked with evaluating cutting-edge technologies that can potentially be used in the construction and development sectors here in New York City.

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The clang of hammers and the roar of bulldozers have long been the soundtrack of American construction. But a new, more precise and efficient melody is emerging, one composed of whirring motors and articulated arms. Robots are no longer confined to science fiction; they’re actively transforming the way homes and infrastructure are built across the United States, promising faster, safer, and more sustainable construction practices. From the bustling streets of New York to the sun-drenched landscapes of Florida, the construction industry is embracing automation, and the results are truly groundbreaking.

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Buffalo, New York, is on the cusp of a transformative project: replacing the Scajaquada Expressway with a parkway and boulevard. This initiative, spearheaded by the Greater Buffalo Niagara Regional Transportation Council (GBNRTC) in partnership with Stantec, aims to mend the divisions created by the expressway and revitalize a historic greenway envisioned by Frederick Law Olmsted. The plan focuses on reducing the number of travel lanes and introducing green spaces, bicycle paths, and pedestrian walkways.

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