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Could Solyndra Happen To Green Building Policy?

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" To support the project, the developer applied for a $2 billion Green Bonds program that Congress passed in 2004. In 2007, the Destiny USA project qualified for $238 million in tax-free financing through the Green Bonds program. Furthermore, it appears that the building itself will not be obtaining LEED certification.

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BUSINESS REPORT: Hat World Puts Expanded Headquarters In Zionsville, IN

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a homegrown Hoosier company, manufactures sports apparel and operates retail stores primarily under the LIDS brand, a familiar mecca for team caps in shopping malls across the U.S. The homegrown Hoosier company, which manufactures apparel and operates retail stores primarily under the LIDS brand, will invest $21.8 Hat World, Inc.,

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BUSINESS REPORT: Wisconsin — Wisconsin Wind Works: A Powerful Partner In Wind Energy

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alone jumped from$11 billion in 2004 to $27 billion in 2012, according to the Nutrition Business Journal , with growth in conventional grocery stores as well as natural foods markets. Sales of probiotic foods and supplements jumped 79 percent over the past two years, settling at US$2.25 Organic food sales in the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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John Young to Head Nuclear Lobby Group | ENR: Engineering.

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EFH owns Texas power generator Luminant Energy, retailer TXU Energy and 80% of transmission and distribution utility Oncor Electric Delivery. He was managing director of Lake Pointe Partners LLC, a boutique performance improvement consulting firm he co-founded in 2004. Gulf Oil Spill. -->. Building Types. Construction Methods.

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STATE FOCUS: Lassoing Jobs In Texas

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With multiple programs offering competitive incentives and financing to qualified recipients, Texas’ commitment to the economy, the people, and quality of life is without equal. A “hub” for retail, health care, education and more, Lubbock is widely known as the “Hub City.” LUBBOCK IS THE HUB CITY. million matching grant from the U.S.

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COVER STORY: Editors’ Location Picks

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eStockIt.com in Hollywood is an online retailer of restaurant, janitorial and office supplies. Government leaders are committed to retaining, creating and expanding job opportunities for the service, retail and industrial sectors of the community. Motorola Mobility, Plantation, FL. In addition, the $165 million William J.

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities – Metro And Global Rankings

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The chamber led Opportunity Austin, a five-year effort launched in 2004 to promote investment resulting in job creation. Gilbert is aggressively moving forward with a daring plan to revive two square miles of property with a variety of commercial enterprises, including hotels, casinos and retail stores.

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