Tradeline, Inc. filters and categorizes new-construction and industry news from regional and professional journals across the country. Here you will find new projects, products, and regulatory updates.
Industry News
Swinburne University Partners With Suntech on Advanced Solar Facility
Swinburne University of Technology is partnering with Suntech Power Holdings to create the Victoria-Suntech Advanced Solar Facility (VSASF) in Melbourne. The project will support the commercialization of nanoplasmonic solar cell technology.
Jordan Builds Nuclear Research Complex
The Kingdom of Jordan is partnering with Korean Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI) and Daewoo Engineering and Construction to build a nuclear research complex in Irbid. The facility will include a 5-megawatt reactor, a radioactive isotope manufacturing facility, and a nuclear training center. The $130 million complex will be located at Jordan University for Science and Technology and is slated for completion in 2014.
King Abdullah Petroleum Study and Research Center Builds LEED Platinum Facilities
King Abdullah Petroleum Study and Research Center is constructing a 3.8 million-sf mixed-use research complex Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The project is expected to attain LEED Platinum sustainable design certification and is slated for completion in 2011. The KAPSARC development will include petroleum research facilities as well as residential, community, and commercial space. HOK is the architect for the project with Syska Hennessy as engineer and Aramco as general contractor.
EPA Names Kimberly-Clark 2010 Energy Star Partner of the Year
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has named Kimberly-Clark Corporation as a 2010 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year. For the second consecutive year, K-C will be recognized for its energy management practices and commitment to sustainable operations, resulting in significant energy and financial savings. Kimberly-Clark is being honored for its continued focus on achieving its energy efficiency targets for its manufacturing processes as well as its energy conservation goals for all of its facilities.
United Kingdom Builds Carbon Capture Pilot Plant
The largest carbon capture pilot plant in Europe will be constructed in the United Kingdom. The £20 million project will be developed by Scottish and Southern Energy, Vattenfall, and Doosan Babcock in collaboration with university partners. Located in Ferrybridge, the project will support the development of post-combustion carbon capture technologies for implementation at coal- and gas-fired power plants.