Journals

  • Hines College Project Selected for Green New Deal Superstudio

    By Destiny Vaquera, Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture & Design Contributing Writer The Green New Deal Superstudio recently selected Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design alumni Edwin Barajas, Mariana Galvan, and Ferdous Kabir’s student project Human/Non-Human Collaboration Labs (H.N.H.C.L) under its Remediate section as part of its curated showcase. The Green New…

  • Habitat Project Receives Texas APA Resilience Gold Award

    By Destiny Vaquera, Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture & Design Contributing Writer Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design Professor Bruce Race’s habitat project, Robins Landing Town Center: Strategies and Guidance for Resilience, was recently awarded the Texas American Planning Association (APA) Resilience Gold Award. This award recognizes a strategy increasing the ability…

  • Construction Industry Challenges OSHA’s New COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate, Noting That Measure Exceeds Agency’s Authority

    By Subcontractors USA News Provider  Recently, the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) and the Signatory Wall & Ceiling Contractors Alliance (SWACCA) filed a petition for review of OSHA’s new COVID-19 vaccination mandate. The groups explain that the new rule will put many construction companies at grave…

  • Most Contractors Report Significant Flaws With the Nation’s 811 Utility Location System, Citing Inaccurate Locates and Slow Response Times

    By Subcontractors USA News Provider There are significant flaws with the current 811 utility location system according to a new survey of construction firms that perform any kind of underground excavation released by the Associated General Contractors of America today. Most contractors say that calling 811 often leads to inaccurate line marking and that utility…

  • CPS Energy Board Appoints Rudy D. Garza as Interim President & CEO of CPS Energy

    By Dana C. Sotoodeh, CPS Energy Contributing Writer The CPS Energy Board of Trustees voted recently to appoint Rudy D. Garza as Interim President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective November 8, 2021. Garza will serve in this role while the search for the permanent President & CEO takes place. The Board of Trustees announced…

  • City of San Antonio Announces New Utility Assistance Program

    By Dana C. Sotoodeh, CPS Energy Contributing Writer Recently, the San Antonio City Council approved a new $30 million utility assistance program, funded using the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The program will assist low-income residents financially impacted by the COVID-19 crisis with utility payments. The new program will allocate $20 million to assist CPS…

  • NRG Energy Recognizes Business Customers During Annual Excellence in Energy Awards

    By Subcontractors USA News Provider  NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) honored its top energy customers for their leadership in energy efficiency, sustainability, and community support during the second annual Excellence in Energy Awards on November 17, 2021. The Excellence in Energy Awards recognizes NRG customers who demonstrate a strong commitment to the planning and achievement of…

  • NRG Energy Joins the EV100 Initiative

    By Subcontractors USA News Provider NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) announced its participation in the Climate Group’s EV100 initiative, committing to electrify 100 percent of its light-duty fleet by 2030. This commitment expands the number of vehicles to be electrified beyond the goal first announced in June in the company’s 11th annual Sustainability Report1. NRG estimates…

  • Tips for Small Businesses Inspired by 2022 Tech Trends

    By Subcontractors USA News Provider  Small businesses are important parts of communities and a key driving factor of the current economic recovery. Modern technology and workplace trends are transforming how these organizations are run, not only to increase productivity, but expand the possibilities of the future. New research found that the United States is home…

  • How One Company Levels the Playing Field for New Career Seekers

    By Subcontractors USA News Provider Over half of Americans (55%) now in the workforce will be looking for a new position over the next year, according to a survey from Bankrate.com. For the many Americans seeking new employment, whether recent grads, anyone just out of the military or leaving an unstable or low-paying job –…

  • API Statement on FTC Investigation

    By Subcontractors USA News Provider The American Petroleum Institute issued the following statement from Senior Vice President for Policy, Economics and Regulatory Affairs Frank Macchiarola following President Biden’s renewed request for the Federal Trade Commission to investigate rising gas prices. “This is a distraction from the fundamental market shift that is taking place and the…

  • API Statement on Passage of House Reconciliation Bill

    By Subcontractors USA News Provider The American Petroleum Institute (API) issued the following statement from President and CEO Mike Sommers following passage of the House reconciliation bill. “At a time when energy prices have risen alongside broader economy-wide inflation, the House reconciliation bill would only exacerbate the challenges facing Americans. This bill taxes American energy,…

  • Two Critical Building Permitting Trends for Contractors To Consider in 2022

    By Helen Callier, Contributing Writer  The number of building permits pulled in 2021 in most areas of the United States were trending higher than permits pulled in 2020.  Single family residential showed increases in permitting activities in 2021 along with commercial and warehouses. So, what does this mean for permitting in 2022?  The above insight…

  • New Online Portal Simplifies Application Process for OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Programs

    By Subcontractors USA News Provider A new online portal for submitting applications to the U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP) is now available. The new portal modernizes the application process for companies that qualify for VPP and makes it easier for candidates to start, continue and get assistance…

  • Guest Services: Houston Airports Unveils Customer Experience Brand Promise

    By Subcontractors USA News Provider With a number of ongoing expansions, upgrades and modernizations, Houston Airports takes great pride in meeting and exceeding customer expectations.   According to Chief Terminal Management Officer Liliana Rambo, it’s as simple as “being a good host with guests coming over” – with an estimated 44 million “guests” expected by the…

  • METRO’s COVID-19 Safety Strategies Receive Industry Recognition

    By Subcontractors USA News Provider The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) has been recognized for its proactive safety measures in response to COVID-19 by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), during its annual conference and expo in Orlando, Florida. Each year APTA recognizes transit agencies that implement successful programs or projects to address…