Green Building Law Update

JUNE 17, 2018

Today’s green building standards, rating systems and codes are stale, largely based in decades old science and do not go far enough to be efficacious for most business to invest in. Green building is a low risk geoengineering solution to many of the environmental issues of the day. think non-roof urban heat island effect).

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Innovation and leadership are the driving forces behind construction success. Case in point: our annual 40 Under 40: Champions of Construction roundup. More than just a list of people, Autodesk's 40 Under 40 initiative celebrates some of the brightest pros in our industry. Mark Jason Villanueva, Newcon Builders Pte.

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 2, 2017

I spoke to a gathering of construction industry attorneys the other day about that t he changing environment of Federal government regulation portends huge business opportunities for green building. This blog post is my prepared remarks for that talk. And green buildings do so much more.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 18, 2015

I had an opportunity some days ago to speak at length with Vicki Worden, the Executive Director of Green Building Initiative. Readers of this blog will be interested in what this thought leader in the green building movement has to say. All of which gives her street cred in the green building industrial complex.

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 12, 2014

if green building is going to mitigate the negative impacts that human activity has on the planet, green building must include houses. Preparations for the development of the 2015 version of the ICC 700 National Green Building Standard are underway and there are opportunities for you to participate.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Fall has arrived, and with it another monthly construction news roundup. We know many of you have had a busy summer, so it’s a good time to take a breath and see what’s been going on in our industry (like rising material costs), as well as what’s on the horizon (like more green building ). Construction Input Costs Rise 6.2

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 14, 2022

This past year has been an interesting one for the construction folks, to say the least. In 2022, we kicked off strong with four consecutive months of increased construction spending. However, supply chain bottlenecks, inflation, and labor shortages all remained significant challenges for the construction industry.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 14, 2020

This blog post is an update to my June 6th post, Two New LEED Pilot Credits Respond to COVID-19 , describing that the U.S. Green Building Council has now added two additional Pilot Credits responding to the novel coronavirus. LEED BD+C: New Construction v4.1 LEED BD+C: New Construction v4.1 LEED BD+C: New Construction v4.1

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Construction Marketing Ideas

FEBRUARY 24, 2016

This post from the Construction Junkie blog shows Boeing’s innovation of the lightest metal ever produced — so light it can stand on a dandelion. Shane Hedmond’s Construction Junkie blog tackles the construction industry from a holistic perspective.

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Construction Cost Estimating

JUNE 11, 2012

Construction Cost Estimating Blog. Vertigraph, a noted provider of takeoff and estimating software for the construction industry, just launched of its updated and improved SiteWorx/ OS Version 5.0 contains innovative technology with craftsmanship to make the site excavation process more accurate. Blog Archive.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 25, 2018

The 2018 International Green Construction Code was released on November 8, 2018 by the U.S. Green Building Council , International Code Council , ASHRAE and the Illuminating Engineering Society. the IgCC and the LEED green building program,” the ICC was only responsible for Chapter 1, Scope and Administration of the 2018 IgCC.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Construction is one of the world’s most important sectors and it wouldn’t be where it is today without all the dedicated individuals who continue to take the industry forward. Read on to discover some of the innovators and changemakers making waves in construction today. . Christian Waldo, Lydig Construction.

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Construction Law

DECEMBER 3, 2021

The construction industry will be at the centre of developments over the next generation to combat the climate change emergency; that much must now be clear after the COP26 meeting in Glasgow. The prize however is victory in the climate change battle; and along the way a substantial increase in work for the infrastructure industries.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The next phase of sustainability in luxury hotels 0 qpurcell Fri, 09/15/2023 - 11:42 Hotel Facilities The luxury hotel market has seen an increase in green-minded guests looking for opportunities to support businesses that are conscientious of the environment.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 9, 2020

Montgomery County, Maryland is on the cusp of being the first to adopt the 2018 International Green Construction Code. Montgomery County was among the first jurisdictions in the country, in 2008, to adopt a mandatory green building law for private building, requiring most new construction be LEED certified.

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Construction Marketing Ideas

JANUARY 16, 2015

Mark Mitchell’s excellent Whizard Strategy Blog recently reported on 10 Trends in Building Materials Sales and Marketing in 2015. Manufacturers will simply follow along and still be afraid to try to get ahead of the big boxes in the area of innovation. These disruptors will probably come from outside the industry.

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 27, 2014

Scott Walker, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett and others to unveil plans for the new Energy Innovation Center (EIC), a facility that will accelerate the development of innovative technology in the energy, power and control industry. ” Construction on the $9.6 ” Construction on the $9.6

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MAY 13, 2014

and UACJ Corporation to build an aluminum production facility in Bowling Green. This is a huge investment in Kentucky – one that further solidifies our role as a key player in the auto industry,” said Gov. The companies chose Bowling Green for many reasons, including its location to customers and highly skilled workforce.

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Construction Cost Estimating

MAY 5, 2011

Construction Cost Estimating Blog. For this purpose the companies create a "green" strategy along with social, economic and environmental factors for making decisions toward long-term business success. Persuade them to take part in your innovation and build up sustainable opportunities themselves. adsense analytic.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JUNE 26, 2014

Officials, labor dignitaries, construction workers, PNC’s employees and project partners gathered to sign the final steel beam before it was placed atop the building structure. ” As part of its commitment to support the local community, PNC expects 2,500 people to be hired during construction of The Tower at PNC Plaza. .”

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 29, 2013

Key policy areas explored in the index include energy efficiency, water efficiency, carbon emissions, green innovations and green buildings. As a result, we’re seeing more green cars coming out of Japan and dramatic growth in the U.S. According to the KPMG Green Tax Index , the U.S. renewable sector.”

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MAY 5, 2014

New Jersey Alliance for Action has honored LG Electronics with “New Jersey’s Leading Infrastructure Projects” Award for the new LG North American headquarters under construction in Englewood Cliffs. LG’s new headquarters will bring a total of $2.5

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

Construction is set to begin this year for the Cross Winds Energy Park, a 105-megawatt wind farm in Tuscola County. 62 turbines will be constructed- creating 150 jobs. An estimated 600 Michigan businesses each year will see the benefits of Consumers Energy’s new, innovative approach. Posted by Heidi Schwartz.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 11, 2016

However, as I wrote in this blog on July 24, 2016, HUD Jumpstarted Financing For Homes , reversing their previous position and now widely allowing residential PACE loans. Baltimore is proposing to allow the PACE financing of any equipment, device or material intended to improve energy efficiency, including in new construction (e.g.,

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 18, 2013

has begun construction on Phase II of the 283,000-square-foot complex. “It is our mission to prevent and reverse heart disease and related diseases, and this real estate expansion is allowing us to do so as a team in a values-based, innovative environment in downtown Richmond,” said Tonya Mallory, HDL, Inc.’s

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

SEPTEMBER 23, 2013

The building was designed by leading architecture firm Gensler to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold Certification for new construction, as well as LEED Platinum Certification for Interiors, in order to meet Panasonic’s sustainability goal to reduce its carbon footprint by 50 percent.

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Contractor Magazine

JULY 18, 2012

Green Geothermal. Green Mechanical Awards. The new state-of-the-art manufacturing plant, which began construction in April 2011, measures approximately 190,000 square feet with expansion capabilities for future needs. Blogs and Opinions. Plumbing Contractor. Residential Plumbing. Wastewater. Piping Fire Sprinklers.

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Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 11, 2010

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life. Name: Kelly Hart.

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Natural Building

DECEMBER 24, 2019

Architect Anthony Guida devoted years of his career to working as a global educator at Architecture 2030, a nonprofit well known for setting ambitious industry goals to curb greenhouse gas emissions and support the advent of net zero energy buildings. Rammed earth can replace some applications where concrete is commonly used.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 8, 2012

industry jobs. Power & Industrial. Construction Methods. Construction Technology. Construction Schools. TELUS Data Center Triggers a Green Cooling Revolution. Construction methods & equipment. Industry forecasts. Specialty contractor innovation. contact us. SUBSCRIBE TODAY.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MAY 21, 2013

When the second phase is fully constructed, expected in 2015, the project’s total operating capacity will be 150 MW. Department of Energy’s Loan Program Office awarded Mesquite Solar 1 a $337 million loan guarantee that enabled it to build this innovative photovoltaic plant, one of the largest in the U.S. In September 2011, the U.S.

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 13, 2014

The new terminal debuted with numerous features that were innovative in 1992, including an AirMall with more than 100 retailers and restaurants. The Landside/Airside design by Tasso Katselas Associates eliminated the need for connecting passengers to go through security again and simplified the movement of jets on the airfield.

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Natural Building

JULY 21, 2009

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life. Green School Primer.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

AUGUST 27, 2013

The company estimates 750 construction jobs will also be created by the project. We are now setting the pace for innovative new technologies that harness Louisiana’s renewable energy resources and supply advanced fuels to meet our nation’s energy demands. Rocky Mountains U.S.

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PSMJ Resources

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

With our industry experience, and commitment to program and product excellence, we continuously strive to teach you new ideas and trends, as well as continuing to offer the proven concepts that have long endured in the architectural, engineering and construction industries. Mel Lesters E-Quip Blog. Ford Harding blog.

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ENR Construction

JULY 25, 2012

industry jobs. Power & Industrial. Construction Methods. Construction Technology. Construction Schools. Description: ENR interviewed California High-Speed Rail Authority CEO Jeff Moreles in his Sacramento office just a week after the California legislature gave the project a green light. contact us.

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Contractor Magazine

JUNE 12, 2012

Green Geothermal. Green Mechanical Awards. “We’ve come a long way since the days of our first polymer profiles to making complete systems solutions, and in that time our strength in quality and innovation has been evident in automotive, construction and industry. Blogs and Opinions. Wastewater.

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