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5 Green Construction Practices that are becoming Standard Commercial Construction Procedures

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Anyone in the commercial construction industry knows there are a variety of certifications and designations that individuals, companies and projects can achieve to show they follow a high level of green commercial construction practices. are standard green procedures for ground-up construction projects. Localized Sourcing.

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Green Business Certification, Inc. announces 2016 LEED Fellows

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Green Business Certification Inc. This year’s 24 LEED Fellows exemplify a diverse array of achievements and contributions to the green building community. . Lance Davis, Sustainability Architect, U.S. Lance Davis, Sustainability Architect, U.S. General Services Administration.

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10 Construction Certifications and Where to Get Them

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Introduction of Construction Certifications . Certification can be a huge addition to a construction worker’s resume, as it tells an employer that you’re serious about keeping your qualifications and experience updated. Beyond the possible career development opportunities, certifications are needed in certain cases.

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ASHRAE 189.1 - 2014 Green Building Standard Is Now Available

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Green Building Standard was published and became available for use. is an alternative compliance option of the International Green Construction Code. Site Sustainability : All site requirements are now mandatory, with prescriptive and performance options moved to the mandatory requirements. ANSI/ASHRAE/USGBC/IES Standard 189.1-2014,

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The Laws of LEED

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It could be easy being green—at least when it comes to buildings. For corporations, schools and hospitals, sustainable building can entail anything from using waterless urinals to creating electricity. However, there are many laws to be aware of pertaining to green building standards if you are striving for LEED certification.

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5 Best Practices Of Energy Efficient Buildings

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It’s not only for the sake of saving costs on monthly electricity bills but also for being a responsible and eco-friendly business entity. . As people become more aware of the harm and dangers caused by climate change, businesses and individuals alike are believed to be starting to make the switch to sustainable practices.

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Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture: Green Electrical.

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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.

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