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#68:? Energy Code Compliance

NH Construction Law

As with RSA 155-D, the 2009 IECC -- the version currently in effect in New Hampshire -- has different rules for residential and commercial buildings. HB 1472 was intended to clean up that redundancy. But repeal of the old law may have an unintended consequence. Section 103.1 ” Upon repeal of RSA 155-D, New Hampshire has no such statute.

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IGCC Series: The Energy Conservation Obstacle to IGCC Adoption

Green Building Law Update

Section 601.1 - This chapter shall regulate the design, construction, commissioning and operation of buildings and building sites for the effective use of energy. This chapter is intended to provide flexibility to permit the use of innovative approaches and techniques to achieve the effective use of energy. states and localities.

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Opportunities Shine in Community Solar

Green Building Law Update

That is, most consumers of electricity are not, today, permitted to aggregate their purchase of photovoltaic generated electricity with others, except through their electric power utility. Today, most states have laws that preclude “community solar” projects. But community solar appears poised to shine brightly.

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Preserving a Historic Toronto Home with DELTA®-VENT S Air Barrier

Pro Builder

Rosedale home was designed and built in 2009 for esteemed mathematician and calculus textbook author James Stewart. Stewart commissioned Shim-Sutcliffe Architects to carry out his visionary ideas that reflected his passion and aptitude for both music and mathematics. Architectural Woodwork Award (First place), 2009. .

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Maryland Bans Polystyrene and Enacts 31 other New Environmental Laws

Green Building Law Update

Senate Bill 546 (passed) makes changes to nutrient management plan compliance, enforcement, and reporting; concentrated animal feeding operation permitting and fees; and water quality monitoring in tributaries located on the lower Eastern Shore. Wetlands Permits and Licenses. Stormwater and Flood Management. Water and Sewer Services.

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LEAN OpenJOC(TM) Job Order Contracting for Sustainable Facilities Repair, Renovation, and Minor New Construction

Job Order Contracting

The primary advantage of JOC has historically been is the flexibility permitted in ordered quantities and delivery scheduling. A public agency can place orders with one or more contractors when the actual need appears and received on-demand services from a vetted service provider. European Commission, 2013. 34, 2009, pp.

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7 Best Hard Hat Suspension to Protect Your Head

Work Gearz

This cap also permits accessories such as earmuffs or other customized preferences. 2009 standards, type 1, Class C, G, and E. Swing ratchet suspensions utilize a reversible ratchet to permit you to self-adjust your hat’s fit. Navy commissioned the Bullard company to create a helmet for work in shipyards in 1919.