Month / January 2026

The Industral Co. will start construction in spring on 1.425-GW combined‑cycle plant in Monroe County to meet rising electricity demand across the 38-member power cooperative.

 A Cook County Circuit Judge in Illinois rules that Cook County misdirected $243 million in transportation revenues in 2023 that should have gone to transportation infrastructure needs. 

New York City is aligning its building code to be more closely aligned with international model standards and state requirements.

The Ballard Underwater Ring Transporter offers a potential solution for aging water infrastructure.

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital has started planning low-acuity pediatric hospital to be built in suburban Downers Grove.

Readers of ENR really responded to the call to submit photographic work that captures the spirit and action of constructing the built environment.

A commentary arguing for passage of the Pro Codes Act, which ‘needs the support of everyone who wants a fire-safe world.’

Electrical contractors are usually the last trade in to the project design phase, and by then, are competing with mechanical and plumbing systems for space in crowded pathways.

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.com/economics

This year’s winners, curated by a judging team from more than 1,100 submitted photo contest entries, offer stunning and eye-opening glimpses into day-to-day activity across the global construction sector.