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The Future on Water Infrastructure Funding and Programs
Looking ahead to 2026, federal policy decisions will play a major role in helping communities upgrade drinking water, wastewater and…
How cement “breathes in” and stores millions of tons of CO₂ a year
Researchers at MIT have produced the first detailed national estimate of how much carbon dioxide is naturally absorbed by cement…
Remodeling Sentiment Improves
Remodeling market sentiment saw an increase in Q3 2025 after a minor decrease earlier in the year. Data from the National…
Construction adds 28,000 jobs in November
Construction hiring rebounded in November, signaling that labor demand has steadied after a slow start to the year. Job growth…
Contractors are optimistic for 2026
Confidence among home improvement contractors remains resilient and optimistic for 2026. Data from the Q4 Contractor Activity Tracker, released by The Farnsworth…
The recipe for a stronger housing market in 2026
Housing affordability is expected to improve gradually as builders adopt more buyer-friendly strategies. Incentives such as mortgage rate buydowns, flexible…
The Housing Market’s Holiday Gift: A Loosening Lock-In Effect
The housing market is showing early signs of life after a prolonged slowdown, with existing-home sales posting modest gains and…
The top construction technology news of 2025
As 2025 wraps up, technology continues to reshape the construction industry, with innovations ranging from 3D printing and mass timber…
Navigating the 2025 NGBS
National Green Building Standard (NGBS) released their most comprehensive update since their debut in 2008, the ICC700-2025. It strengthens energy…
California provides $865M for green housing and infrastructure
California officials approved more than $865 million in funding for affordable housing, transportation projects and climate resilience efforts. These funds…
