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OSHA Issues Advisory Workplace COVID-Safety Guidelines

Document isn't a mandatory standard or regulation

Tom Ichniowski

January 29, 2021

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Guidance applies to construction and all other industries except health care, emergency response.

Dupont, Spinoffs Set $4B PFAS Toxic-Cleanup Liability Fund

Mary B. Powers

January 27, 2021

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Firms' escrow account will cover 20 years of legacy liabilities from 'forever chemicals' drinking water pollution occurring before July 1, 2015

ENR 2020 Top 25 Newsmakers

Monzer Hourani: Shepherded Filter That Zaps Coronavirus from Brainstorm to Deployment

Nadine M. Post

January 20, 2021

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Filter that zaps the coronavirus and other airborne pathogens goes from brainstorm to deployment in warp speed

Coronavirus and Construction

Virus Outbreak Complicates Contentious Toronto Light Rail P3 Project

Richard Korman

January 14, 2021

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About 28 workers tested positive on another troubled transportation P3.

Coronavirus and Construction

Why AECOM Believes Zurich Should Pay Virus Insurance Claims

Mary B. Powers

January 14, 2021

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In a federal lawsuit, the AECOM joins other companies that have sought to recover COVID-19 economic losses under property insurance policies.

Industry Groups Decry Jan. 6 Riot; DOT Chief Chao Steps Down in Protest

Aileen Cho

Pam Radtke Russell

January 7, 2021

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As Transportation Secretary Chao resigns, some call on President Trump to step down or for the Cabinet to invoke the 25th Amendment.

Special Report

Coronavirus Pandemic Coverage Archive

ENR's past coverage of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic

ENR Editors

December 31, 2020

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ENR's past coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the industry, dating back to the beginning of 2020.

DOE Abruptly Cancels $13B Cleanup Award to BWXT-Fluor Team

Mary B. Powers

Debra K. Rubin

December 31, 2020

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Agency will reprocure an expanded Hanford nuclear site mega-contract but offers scant detail on new value, scope, timeline or bidders; separately, site women settle $450K bias complaint

US Railroads Finally Meet Positive Train Control Install Mandate

Jim Parsons

December 30, 2020

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Lines such as NJ Transit comply with Dec. 31 deadline for key safety technology, spending about $11.5 billion, with $3.4 billion in federal grant and loan funds provided.

Safety Technology

Wearable Biometric Sensor Brings Better Data on Heat-Related Illness in Construction

Jeff Rubenstone

December 29, 2020

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A new wearable sensor is offering construction workers and safety managers an early-warning signal.

Chicago Contractor Charged in $325K Amtrak Bribery Scheme

Wood Group Financial Review Uncovers 'Cultural Failings' in Projects Business

Federal Judge Upholds New York City Building Natural Gas Restriction

NJ Energy Firm Partners With UAE on Planned $25B Investment in Power for US Data Centers

Award of Excellence Winner Mark Pestrella: Public Service Savant Leads in Time of Crisis

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Events

April 16, 2025

5 Proven Strategies to Mitigate Risk and Keep Data Center Construction on Track

Data center construction comes with tight deadlines and little room for error. Between supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and unexpected risks, staying on schedule and on budget requires a proactive approach. We'll break down five proven strategies that top data center teams use to identify and mitigate risks before they escalate.

Unlocking Hidden Insights: The Power of Data, Reporting & AI in Construction

In today’s fast-paced, heavy civil construction industry, the ability to collect, analyze, and act on data is more critical than ever. Join us for an exclusive webinar exploring how contractors can leverage data, reporting, and emerging AI tools to drive efficiency, improve decision-making, and stay ahead of the competition.