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Green Building Code Proposed in Washington DC is a National Model

Green Building Law Update

The final vote of the District of Columbia’s Construction Codes Coordinating Board on the Green Construction Code (and all of the new construction codes) occurred last week, and today the codes are being transmitted to the Mayor''s office. The Green Code would apply to new construction and major renovations. IgCC compliance, or.

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A Fresh Take on Model Homes

Pro Builder

A Fresh Take on Model Homes. Green, energy-efficient, smart homes, and more livable designs are now standard. The Houzz Inspired Home is an all-new, immersive, in-person and online model home experience that brings inspiration to life and puts the customer at the center of the creative process. cbroderick. Mollie Elkman.

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All the Cool Green Building People will be in Memphis Next Week

Green Building Law Update

The process of updating the 2012 International Green Construction Code moves to Memphis next week. There are more than 900 changes proposed ranging from clarifying confusing text to updating requirements to reflect the best science evolved since 2012. The hearings will also be webcast live.

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Proposals for changes to the International Green Construction Code are due by January 10

Green Building Law Update

The process of updating the 2012 International Green Construction Code has commenced. In fact, proposals for changes to the International Code Council’s “Green Construction Code” have been accepted since November and are due not later than January 10, 2014. And significantly, ASHRAE Standard 189.1

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Could This Be the Sustainable Neighborhood of the Future?

Pro Builder

A new five-million person city, powered by clean energy and featuring an abundance of green spaces, may become the model for sustainable living. Green Design. Could This Be the Sustainable Neighborhood of the Future? cbroderick. Fri, 09/04/2020 - 09:51.

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The Importance of Valves in Green Building

Constructonomics

My friend failed to explain exactly what she meant when she said she lived in a green house. I was thinking shades of green, not 20 watt light bulbs and a gravitational water supply that trickled at best. Three decades ago, going green was on the fringe. It might be time to revisit the myths about green living—I did.

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Grasshopper Debuts New PowerVac Model

Green Industry Professionals

Grasshopper displayed the new Model 8HT PowerVac Collection System at GIE+EXPO 2012 in Louisville; designed to be easier and more durable.