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Deconstructing Construction Waste and Saving Big with Modular

Construction accounts for 24 percent of all solid waste produced in the U.S. That’s approximately 160 million tons of construction and demolition (C&D) debris created every year.

Reducing construction waste can have a tremendous impact on landfill costs, not to mention the obvious benefit to our environment. One solution for greener building is modular construction. Modular is inherently more resource efficient, and can dramatically reduce C&D waste.

Click on the infographic below to see some staggering construction waste figures, and the waste and money savings that can result from modular building.

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Deconstructing Construction Waste – An infographic by the team at ModSpace

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4 Green Building Trends to Watch in 2013

By Jeff Dusing

There’s little question that green building is on the rise. Now, as all indicators point to a promising 2013 for commercial and residential construction alike, here are a few green trends likely to hit your radar sometime this year.

1. Greening Existing Workspaces
The U.S. Green Building Council spent most of 2012 working with individual states to expand their portfolio of sustainable projects. For 2013, the USGBC continues this push with a new framework for companies and cities that applies to both new projects and renovations.

2. It’s All in the Cloud
2012 introduced cloud computing to the general public. Apple and Google led the way, creating remotely stored systems and data for customers to access via the Internet, instead of a local hard drive. This year, [Read more…] about 4 Green Building Trends to Watch in 2013

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Quick-response Companies Ready to Help with Hurricane Sandy Recovery

By Jeff Dusing

As recovery efforts from Sandy unfolded last week, we were struck by the resiliency of those who were affected by the storm and of the willingness of others to come to their neighbors’ aid. Helping hands from across the nation were lent to help victims rebuild their homes, their communities, their lives. It’s a proud reminder of what makes America great.

The same can said of the business community, where companies are coming together to drive [Read more…] about Quick-response Companies Ready to Help with Hurricane Sandy Recovery

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Modular Buildings Speed Up Natural Disaster Relief, Recovery

By Jeff Dusing

It’s now clear that the impact of Sandy will be felt for years and possibly decades to come. As communities in the storm-affected areas embark on the long road to recovery, we’re reminded of a similar situation just last year in western Massachusetts.

On June 1st, Springfield, Massachusetts, was ravaged by a tornado. Though western Massachusetts did not face nearly the destruction residents of New Jersey and New York woke up to on Tuesday morning in the wake of superstorm Sandy, many of the [Read more…] about Modular Buildings Speed Up Natural Disaster Relief, Recovery

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Hurricane Sandy Cruising Up the East Coast

By Jeff Dusing

Hurricane Sandy’s wrath is already being felt across the eastern part of the country, with Connecticut Governor Dan Malloy warning residents that the storm has the potential to be “the most catastrophic event that we have faced and been able to plan for in any of our lifetimes.”

Across the country, cities and towns prepared for the arrival of the Category 1 Hurricane, which had already claimed more than 60 lives in the Caribbean region. In New York City, which is expected to be one of Sandy’s hardest hit areas, Governor Andrew Cuomo suspended subway, bus and train services beginning Sunday night. Schools and offices were also closed across much of the East Coast.

Rescue efforts were already underway Monday, particularly in coastal areas that are seeing widespread flooding and surges of more than 10 feet. Early reports indicated rescuers had been dispatched to Oak Orchard, Delaware, a town resting on the Indian River Bay that is being hit by flooding, despite the fact that residents were urged to evacuate over the weekend.

The unprecedented storm, expected to collide with an oncoming cold front, took a unique path as it turned left to make landfall, seemingly taking dead aim at the Eastern Seaboard. But as much of the Northeast continues to prepare for the worst of the storm, cities and towns that have already taken the brunt of the damage are beginning to transition into recovery mode.

Disaster Relief

As public officials, residents, and utility and construction workers begin their disaster relief efforts, it is critical to exercise an abundance of caution, particularly when it comes to dealing with mass debris. To make the recovery process as safe, efficient and effective as possible, damaged towns often turn to the use of portable office trailers and storage containers. Apart from offering essential storage, modular structures can serve as emergency medical facilities, relief operations command centers and even temporary housing for individuals who have been displaced by the storm.

As we ride out the storm from our corporate office in Southeastern Pennsylvania and branch offices across the eastern U.S., our thoughts are with our customers, employees and everyone affected by the storm. And we wish you and your families a speedy recovery.

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Strategic Reuse Makes Sustainable Building Affordable

By Jeff Dusing

Green building is in demand, and here to stay. As the construction industry turns to new low-impact and recycled materials to create more efficient buildings, builders and developers should also be looking for new ways to reduce environmental impact without compromising ROI.

One option for new green building is the strategic reuse of modular structures. By refurbishing and reusing existing retired buildings, developers can cut costs and construction waste without compromising quality.

The new ModSpace Hartford branch is a great example of strategic reuse. The ModSpace team in Connecticut needed a new centralized office to replace its three aging facilities. The ModSpace Design-Build team seized the opportunity and went to work, turning our green and sustainable vision into a real space for business.

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