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Zoning Laws Stop Wind

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The application of zoning laws, many of which date to the 1920s are bringing alternative energy projects to a halt in 2014. The Supreme Court of the State of New York, in Allegany Wind LLC v Planning Board of Allegany , 2014 WL 1099718 (NYAD 4 Dep. Historic zoning laws need to be brought into the contemporary era.

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Maryland Vetoes Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard Increase

Green Building Law Update

vetoed an increase in the State’s Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard that would have resulted in higher electricity prices across the State. The legislation has been characterized as a “tax increase” to be levied upon every electricity ratepayer in Maryland. of their total electric supply into Maryland.

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Best Carbon Fiber Hard Hat for Work

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2014 requirements for Type 1, Class C. 2014 safety standards for type I, class C hard hats. 2014 safety standards for type I, class C hard hats. 2014, Cert. 1-2014 requirements for type 1 Class G & C, or C. Safe for working with electricity. Meets ANSI Z89.1-2014 Check on Amazon. -->. Moisture-wicking.

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Business Facilities’ 15th Annual Rankings: State Rankings Report

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A state may have the largest installed capacity of a certain type of renewable energy, but that state won’t meet its renewable energy portfolio standard’s goal if only 10 percent of its electricity is generated from renewables. OPPORTUNITY ZONES ARE HERE. Iowa, Oklahoma, California and Kansas fill out the top five, respectively.

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The Best Hard Hat for Electricians

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It is a fantastic hat for hardness, toughness, and electrical insulation. Electrical Insulation. 2014 (Class G) Compliant, provides dielectric protection up to 2,200 volts. If you are looking for a hard hat that provides the maximum electrical hazard protection of up to 20,000 volts, this may be the hat for you.

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FEATURE STORY: 2014 Economic Development Awards

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From the March/April 2014 issue. The focus of our 2014 Economic Development Awards is Achievement. Without further ado, here are the winners of our 2014 Economic Development Awards. This quickly expanding success story has earned the Georgia Department of Economic Development our 2014 Achievement in Cluster Development Award.

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities Rankings Report

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From the July/August 2014 issue . million) to buy equipment that will be housed on campus to train students in robotics, electrical and other high-tech skills required in manufacturing. SL Tennessee will begin construction in August 2014 with a goal of being fully operational by April 2015. By Business Facilities Staff.

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