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Jeep's CEO doesn't think there are enough raw materials on earth to meet electric-car demand
The chief executive of Jeep-maker Stellantis doesn't think there are enough of the necessary raw ma…
Alexa St. John,Nora Naughton
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Construction is bad for the planet. This startup's solution is to assemble buildings like they're flatpack furniture.
With the global population approaching 10 billion, it's clear construction won't slow down. One sta…
Tasmin Lockwood
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Homebuilders are slowing down construction, and it could make it even harder for first-time buyers in the years ahead
As construction costs rise, there are fewer homes being built. It could make it harder for first-ti…
Alcynna Lloyd
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CO2 emissions from building and construction hits a new high: Report
The sector's operational energy-related CO2 emissions reached 10 gigatonnes of CO2 equivalent …
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The number of new homes being built in the US tanked 14% in May — it'll make buying or renting even more of a nightmare
Americans hoping housing prices might fall as demand slows down could have a long wait, thanks to a…
Ben Winck,Alcynna Lloyd
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The number of new homes being built in the US tanked 14% in May — it'll make buying or renting even more of a nightmare
Americans hoping housing prices might fall as demand slows down could have a long wait, thanks to a…
Ben Winck,Alcynna Lloyd
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5 ways to make affordable housing for all in 2023 from construction laws to mortgage financing
Developers, mortgage lenders, and local governments can take steps in 2023 to ensure that more peop…
Kelsey Neubauer,Alcynna Lloyd
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Construction cost of greenfield infra projects increased by 5-7% Q32022: CBRE
The overall construction cost of greenfield infrastructure projects increased by 5-7 per cent in th…
ANI
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A TikToker recreated Dua Lipa's vintage Chanel Met Gala dress using only $200 worth of material, including curtain fringe. Take a look.
Content creator Kiana Bonollo told Insider it took her just seven working days to recreate Dua Lipa…
Maria Noyen
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Lumber prices jump on a surprise rebound in new home construction last month
Housing starts jumped 12.2% last month to an annual rate of 1.575 million units, the Commerce Depar…
Brian Evans
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China is using AI and 3D printing to build a 590-foot-tall dam without the need for human workers, scientists say
Using artificial intelligence, construction robots, and zero human labor, China is poised to comple…
Matthew Loh
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UltraTech Cement’s profit tumbles 42% YoY to ₹756 crore due to higher power, raw material costs
India’s largest cement manufacturer UltraTech Cement today reported a 16% rise in second quarter re…
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Shake Shack wants to open over a dozen restaurants, but limited construction supplies might make it impossible until next year
The company originally hoped to open 12 to 15 new Shake Shack locations in coming months.
Emily Walsh
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Govt open to adopt new tech, eco-friendly material in construction sector: Singh
New Delhi, Dec 6 () The government is open to adopt latest technologies and eco-friendly materials …
PTI
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Construction material stocks are surging on reports that President Trump's administration is preparing a $1 trillion infrastructure proposal
The iShares US Infrastructure ETF jumped as much as 15% in early trading Tuesday, before paring som…
Carmen Reinicke
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This 29-year-old CEO is constructing apartment buildings out of factory-produced modules, and it might make homes more affordable for renters
Christian Lawrence advocates for modular home construction, which he says can be cheaper, quicker, …
Robert Davis
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Lockdown: Realtors hail govt move to allow construction with limited labour force, say raw materials availability an issue
Anuj Puri, Chairman - ANAROCK Property Consultants said: "Offering some relief to the construction…
PTI
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The supply chain crunch for US homebuilders may ease as China's ailing property market slows, says the CEO of a $4 billion investment portfolio
"It's lumber … it's appliances, it's paint, it's drywall, countertops, cabinetry," that are in shor…
Carla Mozée
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I'm a female construction manager. I've had men comment on my looks and tell me I belong in the kitchen — but I still love my career.
Construction manager Lindsey Peruto is often the only woman on-site. She says: "Rather than letting…
Melissa Petro
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Hurricane Ida home repairs will take longer and cost more due to labor and supply shortages: 'We don't have the equipment to keep up with that much water'
Home-repair workers told Insider they anticipate recovery from the storm will carry over into 2022 …