Julien Bélair

In an era where urban centers are grappling with unprecedented growth, resource constraints, and environmental challenges, Building Automation Systems (BAS) stand as a transformative force poised to redefine the very fabric of city life. These sophisticated systems integrate and automate critical

In an era where digital infrastructure underpins nearly every aspect of modern life, the announcement of a massive investment by a tech giant in a small Midwestern town has sparked both excitement and curiosity among residents and industry watchers alike. With data centers becoming the backbone of

Over 60% of clients rank environmental performance among their top three purchase factors, making the old checklist approach to design ineffective. Today, sustainability must be integrated into project management and financial strategy. Frameworks like the Sustainable Adaptive Material Performance

In a stunning turn of events that has reverberated through the real estate world, Vancouver's skyline-defining property, The Post, has changed hands for a staggering sum exceeding $1.1 billion, marking one of the most significant transactions in Canadian history. Nestled in the heart of downtown,

In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, the construction industry stands at a critical juncture where global carbon reduction strategies are being scrutinized for their relevance across diverse regions. South Africa, with its unique blend of socio-economic challenges, environmental

As climate change intensifies and urbanization accelerates across India, the vulnerability of cities to extreme weather events like floods and heatwaves has become a pressing concern that demands immediate action from policymakers and communities alike. Historical data paints a grim picture:

The global steel industry stands at a critical juncture, grappling with its substantial contribution to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions—estimated at 7-9 percent of the world’s total. With demand for steel continuing to rise, driven by infrastructure and renewable energy projects, the urgency to

In a striking development that underscores the intensifying battle over housing affordability, Greystar, the largest landlord in the United States, has agreed to a $7 million settlement to resolve allegations of using rent-setting algorithms to inflate prices. This legal action, initiated by nine

In an era where infrastructure projects are becoming increasingly complex, the need for seamless integration between geographic information systems (GIS) and building information modeling (BIM) has never been more critical, and ArcGIS GeoBIM, part of the ArcGIS Enterprise 12.0 release this

Every day, countless individuals encounter barriers in public restrooms that hinder their ability to use these essential facilities with dignity and ease, a challenge that affects not just personal comfort but also legal accountability for facility owners. This pervasive issue touches diverse