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A Day in the Life of a Green Building Attorney

Green Building Law Update

But rather, this responds to a question I was recently asked when speaking at a law school forum on innovation in the law, “ what does a green building attorney do? ”. My practice is almost exclusively sustainability including green building law, so a good response may be to look at a typical day. Lunch with prospective client].

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You Need to Review a SITES Scorecard, Now

Green Building Law Update

SITES is modeled after the LEED green building rating system. And while it is a standalone tool for measuring landscape sustainability, in June 2015, Green Business Certification Inc., Green Building Council. SITES is a sustainable landscape rating system.

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You Need to Review a SITES Scorecard, Now

Green Building Law Update

SITES is modeled after the LEED green building rating system. And while it is a standalone tool for measuring landscape sustainability, in June 2015, Green Business Certification Inc., Green Building Council. SITES is a sustainable landscape rating system.

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Opportunities Shine in Community Solar

Green Building Law Update

Motivations vary from concerns over global warming to increasing energy independence, and hedging against rising fuel costs to because it is chick to be green. People across the United States are seeking alternatives to conventional energy sources. Advances in solar technology have made photovoltaics a much sought after energy alternative.

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Building A Better Tomorrow: The Future Of UK Construction

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Emerging Markets – With emerging overseas markets mixed with the European free trade agreements the construction industry is set to seize new opportunities for exporting skills, knowledge and products. The Digital Age – Technology is transforming the face of every industry, not least construction.

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Terex to Supply Takeuchi with Skid Steers

Green Industry Professionals

New supply agreement says Terex will supply eight new models of skid-steer loaders to Takeuchi, and Takeuchis current distribution and support networks will handle sales, rental, parts and customer service.

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First Minister Of Scotland Opens Smarter Grid Solutions’ New York Office

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The Rt Hon Alex Salmond MSP, First Minister of Scotland, presents a quaich – a traditional Scottish cup of friendship – to mark the signing of a business agreement during the opening of Smarter Grid Solutions’ first North American office. Posted by Heidi Schwartz . Photo: PR Newswire.).