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Legalized Marijuana: Opportunities and Impact for Commercial Real Estate and Construction

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to legalize the use of recreational marijuana. Like any CRE sector, the cannabis industry comes with its own set of nuances for planning and executing construction projects – particularly since it is relatively new and highly regulated. That said, state regulations do add some additional layers to the nuts and bolts of these projects.

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Cannabis Retail Construction: How to Navigate the Green Rush

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Between 2018 and 2022, Englewood’s national construction work in the cannabis retail industry grew by 100% and we expect that trajectory to continue as more states legalize recreational marijuana use and cannabis firms expand into new markets. That said, state regulations do add some additional layers to the nuts and bolts of these projects.

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The UK Sets the Scene for Mandatory ESG Laws in the Western World

Green Building Law Update

And maybe of greatest import, these new laws provide a map and compass for businesses believing that profit should come not from creating the world’s problems, but from solving them. Two separate regulations were “laid before Parliament by Command of Her Majesty and approved by a resolution of each House of Parliament”.

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Phases of Commercial Real Estate Development

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This includes analyzing factors such as zoning regulations, transportation access, and market demand. After acquiring the property, the developer must design and plan the project, considering factors such as building codes and zoning regulations, the intended use of the property, and the target market.

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ESG is Not Just for Public Companies

Green Building Law Update

This market driver is, of course, before any real ESG regulation in the U.S.”. And regulation is already here that impacts some small businesses. The electric utility monopolies are an industry that doth protest too much, methinks, made wealthy by government regulation, whatever the pendulum swing of that regulation.

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ESG Poll Results Drive Strategies for Business

Green Building Law Update

People want to save the planet while they make a profit. In the most compelling response, 86% believe there will be mandatory ESG disclosures and more ESG regulation within the next 12 months. Particularly forward thinking and looking for certainty, 62% favor mandatory ESG disclosures and more ESG regulation within the next 12 months.

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Proactive Risk Management Strategies for Oil & Gas Companies

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The Importance of Risk Management Risks involve various operational hazards, such as equipment failure, oil spills, environmental damage, explosions, and more, which can have reputation, financial, and legal consequences for oil and gas companies. Otherwise, they can get fined or face legal action.

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