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Top 10 green building projects for 2013 [slideshow]

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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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2013: The year of the super-tall skyscraper

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While 2013 didn''t see the completion of a mega tower like Burj Khalifa, it was a near-record-setting year in terms of the number of super-tall skyscrapers completed. Body Image: read more.

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8 grand green roofs (and walls)

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Green Roofs for Healthy Cities last week announced the winners of its 2013 Green Roof and Wall Awards of Excellence. and a dramatic interior green wall at Drexel University. Among the eight winning projects are a massive, 4.4-acre acre vegetated roof at the Kauffman Performing Arts Center in Kansas City, Mo.,

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ASHRAE 189.1 - 2014 Green Building Standard Is Now Available

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Green Building Standard was published and became available for use. is an alternative compliance option of the International Green Construction Code. 2013, Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings, including revised building envelope provisions. Last week the 2014 version of the ASHRAE 189.1

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Nation's largest net-zero K-12 school among winners of 2013 Best of Green Schools award

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The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) today announced its third annual “Best of Green Schools” list , which recognizes top educational institutions, individuals and initiatives across the country for environmental efforts.

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Last chance to pre-register for BUILDINGChicago/Greening the Heartland Conference at 20% savings

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Arlington Heights, IL (September 4, 2013 ) — Attendees of the BUILDING Chicago /Greening the Heartland Expo and Conference can still save 20% off the at-site registration fee by registering online in these final days before the event opens on September 9 and concludes on September 11. Exclude Content: Yes.

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ASHRAE/IES publish 2013 Energy Standard

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Architects Energy-Efficient Design Sustainable Design and Construction Building Owner Contractors Designers Engineers Facility Managers Energy Efficiency Green Sustainability' Exclude Content: Yes.