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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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 16, 2018

Top questions to ask when designing a green roof. We all know the economic and environmental benefits of green roofs , but how do you ensure that your client’s vision of a green roof is realized? Today we had the pleasure of talking with Nick Smith of green roof system specialist Zinco International.

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Construction Enquirer

APRIL 20, 2023

A 345-metre-long viaduct that will take HS2 trains across the A413 and local rail lines south of Wendover has been given the green light by Buckinghamshire Council. The piers are designed to be as slender as possible, appearing to reach up and grip the beam above.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 12, 2023

Development manager LS Estates has got the green light to repurpose an office building in London’s Canary Wharf for life sciences and technology tenants.

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BD+C

APRIL 11, 2024

The just cause in behavioral health design: Make it right 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/11/2024 - 08:42 Healthcare Facilities NAC Architecture shares strategies for approaching behavioral health design collaboratively and thoughtfully, rather than simply applying a set of blanket rules.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 29, 2014

While you were busy enjoying their new “Cronut” croissant donuts, earlier this month Dunkin’ Donuts announced the goal of 100 new DD Green™ certified restaurants by year end 2016. DD Green is a green building certification program that will assist franchisees build sustainable, energy efficient restaurants.

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BD+C

JUNE 29, 2018

Building well-being design is essential in mega-cities like Shanghai, where dense urban environments challenge the way we work and achieve healthy lifestyles. The government has taken notice and has mandated that almost every new building over 20,000 square meters meet China Green Building Design Label Certification standards.

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Natural Building

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Founded in 2010, IBUKU’s team of designers, architects and Balinese bamboo craftsmen have created hundreds of structures, many of which are now famous as part of the iconic Green School and Green Village. We need nature to be in the built environment. The post Green Steel appeared first on Natural Building Blog.

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CivilJungle

APRIL 12, 2023

Introduction of Green House Color Schemes Are you tired of looking for green color houses? Are you stressing over what green combination you should choose for your house? Are you looking for some green siding color suggestions? You have to choose colors which will go with the green siding color.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

This has led to a rise in conversation on health and well-being, as people are increasingly cognizant of the impact built environments have on their physical and mental health. Through careful design, we provided wellness spaces for mindfulness events, meditation, and other community-engaging fitness events.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 4, 2024

The Zero Waste International Alliance (ZWIA) defines this as “the conservation of all resources by means of responsible production, consumption, reuse, and recovery of products, packaging, and materials without burning and with no discharges to land, water, or air that threaten the environment or human health.”

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 4, 2021

The Pesky Side of Green Buildings. Building green has flourished and architects are designing spaces that feature sustainable construction methods, high performance features—even physically green structures. Some of these design choices include wall and roof gardens. Green Design. Green Projects.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Sustainability has been about buildings that help the environment. But COVID-19 has focused attention on healthy buildings.

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CivilJungle

JUNE 27, 2022

Introduction of Green Concrete. In the history of the concrete world, green concrete is a revolution topic in Denmark; it was first invented in 1998. With the color green concrete has nothing to do. To make the system more sustainable, green concrete eco-friendly materials are used. What Is a Green Concrete?

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

Our latest white paper, ‘Building Net Zero and The Role of Data in Green Construction’ , investigates the current landscape for sustainability in construction across APAC – as well as potential solutions. Limiting water use through use of green building techniques, which can minimise water waste and control excess water outside the building.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 1, 2015

The International WELL Building Institute “believes that buildings should be developed with health and wellness at the center of design.” The IWBI is a public benefit corporation whose mission is to improve human health and wellbeing through the built environment. Green Building Council’s LEED certification program.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 19, 2023

hectare site are already well underway and the building, designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates, is anticipated to complete in 2027. The 23-storey tower will provide 823,000 sq ft of of life sciences laboratories and workspace at the North Quay site next to Crossrail Station and new Elizabeth Line at Canary Wharf. Enabling works on the 3.3

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BD+C

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Transforming workplaces for employee mental health 0 qpurcell Tue, 12/12/2023 - 11:15 Office Buildings Lauren Elliott, Director of Interior Design, Design Collaborative, shares practical tips and strategies for workplace renovation that prioritizes employee mental health. Indiana Michigan Power Center Corporate Headquarters.

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BD+C

MAY 10, 2024

For much of the past 100 years, designers and planners have worked around automobiles as the main organizing mechanism for cities. This green infrastructure makes our cities more beautiful and more livable and serves a critical function in stormwater management, reducing pollution, and decreasing the urban heat island effect.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 9, 2022

The past two years have demonstrated how critical the need is for employers to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for its staff. As a result, a critical part of re-entry is for employers to prove they are providing a safe, healthy indoor environment to meet occupants’ ongoing needs now and for the long-term.

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BD+C

APRIL 23, 2019

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Committee on the Environment (COTE) this week named the 2019 recipients for its highest honor, the COTE Top Ten Awards. . COTE bestows the award annually on 10 design projects that have expertly integrated design excellence with cutting-edge performance in several key areas.

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Constructonomics

APRIL 4, 2014

Cities like London need to develop sustainable and greener ways to grow, and to make use of the space that they already have, rather than encroaching on the Green Belt. An important element of urban design, if London is to overcome the coming challenges, is “living buildings” – green roofs , roof terraces and green walls.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 6, 2022

The early phases of the design process, such as programming and planning efforts, are typically exercises to get the entire team on the same page concerning programmatic priorities and budget limitations. It has been said before: “lean is green;” and “avoid overbuilding.” Photos courtesy BSA LifeStructures. Do not overbuild.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 18, 2017

Schools that provide optimal indoor environments see improved student performance and, if designed well, can also boost energy efficiency and reduce the carbon footprint. For example, the report found that students in the U.S.

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BD+C

APRIL 22, 2013

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and its Committee on the Environment (COTE) have selected the top ten examples of sustainable architecture and green design solutions that protect and enhance the environment. The projects will be honored at the AIA 2013 National Convention and Design Exposition in Denver.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 6, 2022

While construction practices have not been environmentally friendly, going green has several benefits for construction companies. From leaving on lights and fans to using energy-inefficient appliances, we waste significant energy as heat in our environment. One of the biggest culprits of climate change is our unnecessary energy usage.

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 19, 2020

Howard County, Maryland has become the first jurisdiction in the state and one of few places in the country to pass a mandatory “bird-friendly design” law for new construction of privately owned buildings. The bird-friendly design standards that the Director adopts by regulation and that are equivalent to Pilot Credit #55.

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Natural Building

JANUARY 30, 2021

Sea Ranch was intended to be a second home community that embraced its surrounding environment. The development has held true to its original ideology of living lightly on the land through the oversight of its Design Review Committee. The post The Green Roofs of Sea Ranch appeared first on Natural Building Blog.

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BD+C

MARCH 9, 2023

5 laboratory design choices that accelerate scientific discovery 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/09/2023 - 11:06 Laboratories Stephen Blair, director of CannonDesign's Science & Technology Practice, identifies five important design strategies to make the most out of our research laboratories.

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BD+C

JANUARY 24, 2020

In designing a women’s shelter with my team—the Green Haven Shelter for Women in Orillia, Ontario—I quickly realized the potential impact the built environment can have on the well-being of survivors of abuse. In reality, a shelter needs to be much more than a roof over your head.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Transforming workplaces for employee mental health 0 dbarista Wed, 11/15/2023 - 13:05 Office Buildings From enhanced privacy to a sense of community to natural design elements, here are practical measures for renovating workplaces with a focus on improving employee mental health. Remember, small changes can make a big difference.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 28, 2021

Thoughtfully Designed Homes with ICF. They wanted a community dictated not by square footage or number of bedrooms, but by design, authenticity, and thoughtfulness. Ultimately, what fueled our design were three factors: Cost-effectiveness , not only upfront but over time too. kcichowicz. Wed, 04/28/2021 - 10:13.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 18, 2023

6 ways to integrate nature into the workplace 0 qpurcell Wed, 10/18/2023 - 09:16 Biophilic Design Integrating nature into the workplace is critical to the well-being of employees, teams and organizations. Yet despite its many benefits, incorporating nature in the built environment remains a challenge.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 16, 2023

The built environment produces 40% of all global carbon dioxide emissions each year, but the introduction of new climate-centric professional titles is one potentially proactive approach to addressing and reducing the building industry’s carbon footprint in the years to come, Forbes reports.

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Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

Why Should Your Construction Business Care About Going Green? Going Green. This way, you’re reducing the disruption of natural environments. It also has a reduced impact on the local environment. From the design to the construction itself, there are a number of ways to reduce your carbon footprint.

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Construction Enquirer

JUNE 27, 2023

Gareth Wicks, Managing Director Designate at Space4, said: “We’re delighted to have received approval for our new Space4 facility and I want to thank Charnwood Borough Council for their support. We’re committed to creating vibrant, successful communities with the environment in mind.

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Lets Build

MARCH 2, 2017

Green construction, or Green Building as many call it, has started attracting more and more attention during the last years. The concept behind green construction lies far beyond the creation of a building that doesn’t harm the environment. The True Value Of Green Construction. Productivity boost.

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