Highlights – AI in construction: Turning Data into Value

Highlights – AI in construction: Turning Data into Value

Author: Skanska - A world-leading project development and construction group, using knowledge and foresight to shape the way we live, work and connect. November 5, 2025 Duration: 3:07

How is AI shifting the needle in construction today? This Highlights episode explores real-world examples of how data-driven insights are improving safety, sustainability, and decision-making in the built environment.


How do we actually build a future that's both functional and sustainable? That's the central question driving Shaping Sustainable Places-Development and Construction of a Low-Carbon Built Environment. This isn't just a theoretical discussion; it's a grounded exploration of the materials, methods, and business decisions reshaping our cities from the ground up. Brought to you by Skanska, a world-leading project development and construction group, the conversations here are rooted in real-world application, leveraging their frontline knowledge and foresight. Each episode features candid discussions with the people on the front lines-architects, engineers, project managers, community planners, and policy makers-who are turning ambitious climate goals into tangible reality. You'll hear about the complexities of sourcing low-carbon concrete, the financial models that make green buildings viable, and how new technologies are being integrated into centuries-old construction practices. This podcast digs into the intersection of business, science, and society, revealing how the built environment around us is being quietly revolutionized. It’s for anyone curious about the tangible steps being taken right now to reduce the carbon footprint of our offices, homes, and infrastructure, and how those steps fundamentally shape the culture and quality of our daily lives. Tune in for a practical, insightful look at the innovation happening at the construction site, in the boardroom, and within communities.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 51

Shaping Sustainable Places – Development and Construction of a Low-Carbon Built Environment
Podcast Episodes
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Duration: 3:54
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Every Drop Counts: Safeguarding Water #42 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Duration: 3:54
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Duration: 24:41
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AI in construction: Turning Data into Value #39 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:31
Learn how AI is reshaping construction with data-driven decisions, proactive safety measures, and a focus on sustainability. Experts from Gryps and Skanska discuss how these technologies are transforming the industry and…
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Duration: 27:38
Join us from Climate Week NYC as we hear from Dr Stephen Hammer of the New York Climate Exchange and Skanska's Lena Hök on the latest trends, challenges and solutions in sustainability. Discover how innovative financing,…