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Going In Circles? Good!

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Architects and designers are increasingly prioritizing sustainability, focusing on low-VOC, recycled materials, and reducing embodied carbon through reuse and modular construction. Designers encourage product manufacturers to include recycled content, lower VOCs, streamline manufacturing processes and track embodied carbon.

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Biophilic Design Is Part Of The New Normal (And We’re Not Just Talking Office Plants)

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People spend most of their time in manufactured spaces that are not always designed with wellbeing in mind. Biophilic design incorporates natural elements into nearly all aspects of these manufactured environments. Research shows that green can boost our creativity and warm yellows or reds can improve our attention span.

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The Current State of Staffing in the U.S.

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percent: millions of people lost their jobs, countless businesses closed their doors, and supply chain disruptions caused havoc for manufacturers and consumers alike. Note: it wouldn’t hurt to get a little more creative with the names of these major economic events.) In just one year, the economy shrank by 3.5

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Resources And Tips To Harness The Power Of Interior Design For Environmental Impact — And Employee Retention

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Additionally, nearly 23% of our overall landfill waste comes from construction and demolition, so focusing on reducing any part of this is going to have a huge impact on the climate and on human health. Another important factor to think about is that many manufacturers across the globe are still relying on inequitable labor practices.”.

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How Can Workspaces Reduce Waste At The Design Stage?

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“62% of UK waste is generated by the construction industry. According to Fawzy, waste can occur just after the Cat A stage, when the building’s mechanical and electrical elements are in place and internal walls, receptions and lift lobbies have been constructed. ‘Sustainability – Can we have it all?

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Tradespeople wanted: The need for critical trade skills in the US

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US manufacturing and construction face a hiring crunch for skilled workers such as carpenters, electricians, welders, and plumbers. A few creative actions can help overcome gaps and boost performance.

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mHUB Innovation Center – Chicago

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mHUB is the nation’s leading hardtech and manufacturing innovation center. The nonprofit organization offers membership options, runs accelerator programs, and provides research and development services to ensure the manufacturing industry continues to accelerate, grow, and thrive.