Municipalities Are Delaying Projects as Borrowing Costs Remain Elevated
Cities and towns rarely build major infrastructure projects using cash alone. Roads, water systems, recreation facilities, and public buildings are…
Cell Towers Are Facing a New Problem: Finding Places to Go
For years, improving mobile coverage was largely a matter of building more infrastructure. Telecommunications companies identified gaps in service, secured…
The Construction Industry Is Facing a Retirement Wave
One of the biggest challenges facing the construction sector has little to do with materials, permits, or financing. It is…
Regional Airports Are Betting on Cargo to Drive Growth
Passenger traffic tends to dominate headlines, but many regional airports are increasingly focused on cargo operations as a source of…
Data Centres Are Starting to Compete With Industry for Land
Data centres have become one of the fastest-growing forms of development in many regions, but their expansion is creating unexpected…
The Hidden Problem With Replacing Lead Water Pipes
Across North America and Europe, governments are spending billions to replace lead water service lines. The goal is straightforward: reduce…
Rural Broadband Expansion Is Running Into Workforce Shortages
Expanding broadband access into rural areas has become a major priority in many regions, but finding enough skilled workers to…
Cold Weather Is Creating New Maintenance Challenges for Rail Systems
Rail systems in colder climates are facing increasing pressure to keep operations reliable during severe winter conditions. Snow and ice…
Hospitals Are Expanding Backup Capacity Beyond Emergency Power
Hospitals have always relied on backup generators for emergencies, but many facilities are now expanding those systems beyond minimum requirements.…
Older Water Systems Are Becoming More Expensive to Maintain
Many cities are discovering that ageing water infrastructure is becoming harder and more expensive to maintain than expected. Pipes installed…