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Michael Sorkin, Architectural Critic and Educator, Dies of COVID-19 Complications

March 26, 2020

New York City-based practitioner, 71, was a distinctive voice for social justice and sustainability in design of the urban environment.

Alisa Zevin

March 26, 2020

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While construction impacts may be less in the short term than other industries, experts say there's more long-term risk that future projects will be slower to move forward.

Tech

Make the Call for More Construction Technology in a Time of Crisis

Contractors must tell vendors what they need in these times of crisis, even as needs shift

Tooey Courtemanche

March 26, 2020

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While relationships are the backbone of the construction industry, how we communicate is necessarily changing because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Please help construction technology providers give you want you need, by telling us what that is even as it changes, seemingly, every day.

Work Halted at Boston Project Despite Loophole in Shutdown Order

Scott Van Voorhis

March 26, 2020

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Work had continued at Boston's Oro Seaport project despite the Boston ban on all construction because it was located on state-controlled land.

Washington State Broadens Construction Shutdown Order

Tim Newcomb

March 26, 2020

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All commercial and residential construction will halt because of COVID-19 spread, with exceptions for low-income housing and work related to critical infrastructure.

COVID-19 a Critical 'Black Swan' Event for Electric and Gas Utilities

Mike Beehler

March 25, 2020

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Electric and gas utilities will falter or succeed based on the actions they take in the face of the coronavirus.

Florida Gears Up for Coronavirus with Field Hospitals

Bruce Buckley

March 25, 2020

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The facilities are just a precaution for now, as plenty of beds remain available in the state.

NYC Mayor de Blasio To Ask for Clarification Around Essential Construction

Eydie Cubarrubia

March 25, 2020

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On a local TV show, de Blasio was asked whether it was necessary to keep all construction sites open.

Risk Management

Coronavirus Pandemic Finance for Contractors: The Major Issues

How construction firms must navigate cash, insurance collateral and delay issues

Richard Korman

March 25, 2020

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Insurance and risk-control leaders on the best moves for this phase of the emergency.

Boston Extends COVID-19 Construction Ban

Mayor says work could be halted 'indefinitely' to combat coronavirus spread

Scott Van Voorhis

March 25, 2020

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Boston extended its construction moratorium indefinitely on March 25 due to continuing COVID-19 outbreak issues.

The ENR Global Best Projects Awards focus on the challenges, risks, and rewards of designing and constructing in other countries. This December, we will be celebrating virtually!

Join us for Groundbreaking Women in Construction (GWIC), returning to New York City on February 24-25, 2025! This conference unites women across the construction industry—from project managers to executives—to connect, learn, and advance in a supportive environment. Dive into educational sessions covering innovations in tech, career development, and DEI. Enjoy unique networking events and collaborative discussions designed to empower and inspire.

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Michael Sorkin, Architectural Critic and Educator, Dies of COVID-19 Complications

Economists Expect Steep Dip in GDP, Construction Markets Due to COVID-19

Make the Call for More Construction Technology in a Time of Crisis

Work Halted at Boston Project Despite Loophole in Shutdown Order

Washington State Broadens Construction Shutdown Order

COVID-19 a Critical 'Black Swan' Event for Electric and Gas Utilities

Florida Gears Up for Coronavirus with Field Hospitals

NYC Mayor de Blasio To Ask for Clarification Around Essential Construction

Coronavirus Pandemic Finance for Contractors: The Major Issues

Boston Extends COVID-19 Construction Ban

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