This report provides an overview of the current construction market in the US, including a discussion of the impact of the current financial crisis and recession on the construction market.

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) has now been signed into law, and includes $100 billion specifically identified for construction related projects.

As we head into the New Year, the challenges faced by the construction industry are greater than previously experienced.

A summary of the Federal government mandates and orders requiring energy and sustainability performance in Federal Buildings.

For construction, as with the wider economy, the future is uncertain.

Overall, construction markets and escalation in the second quarter of 2008 will experience a high degree of uncertainty and volatility.

It is clear from the substantial weight of evidence in the marketplace that reasonable levels of sustainable design can be incorporated into most building types at little or no additional cost.