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FEATURE STORY: 2013 Economic Development Awards

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

From the March/April 2013 issue. And now, without further ado, here are the winners of our 2013 Economic Development Awards. The overall BR&E program brings together representatives of the City, the County, Lincoln Electric System, Black Hills Energy and the State of Nebraska. By Business Facilities Staff.

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False Advertising Claims over Net Zero and LEED Certified Homes

Green Building Law Update

Advertising that dates to August 2013 and is still online for “the new 34 unit development of 2500 R Midtown” said, “Home offers 2 master suites, 2 1/2 bathrooms and a 3rd floor loft that is private and perfect for flexible use. Home is a Net Zero LEED certified home that includes solar with electrical storage, smart meter and more.”.

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State Not County has Authority to Regulate Solar Farms

Green Building Law Update

The question before the Maryland Court of Special Appeals was whether existing state law, which grants the Maryland Public Service Commission general regulatory powers over electric generating stations, including a “solar energy generating system,” preempts local zoning regulation regarding the location and construction of such a generating station.

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ASHRAE 189.1 - 2014 Green Building Standard Is Now Available

Green Building Law Update

2013, Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings, including revised building envelope provisions. Requirements for stormwater management are enhanced, and new requirements added for bicycle parking and for preferred parking for low-emission, hybrid and electric vehicles.

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Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture: Green Electrical.

Natural Building

Green Guidelines and Certification for your Home. Green Electrical Contracting. million jobs from 2009 to 2013. Much of this activity will be related to electrical work. In the next ten to twenty years, “electrical contractor” will no longer be a suitable job title for electricians. Super-Insulated Houses.

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Consumers Energy Moves To Build Natural Gas Power Plant In Genesee County

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Consumers Energy has taken the next major step for its new natural gas plant in Genesee County, filing for approval of a certificate of necessity with the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). The company’s customers set an all-time peak demand record in 2012, as electric sales rebound with Michigan’s improving economy.

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Feature Story: Shovel-Ready Sites – Fired Up, Ready To Go

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states have launched site certification programs with the goal of helping communities prepare available sites for investment and expansion. The latest designation happened in April, when the Fairhope Airport Industrial Park in Baldwin County received the AdvantageSite certification. Across the U.S., million in capital investments.

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