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New Partnership Encourages Private Investment In Natural Infrastructure

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In the wake of 2012’s unparalleled extreme weather events, a green infrastructure financing guide was released by the NatLab consortium—a collaboration between the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and The Nature Conservancy, and sustainable asset management firm EKO Asset Management Partners. Posted by Heidi Schwartz.

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Tackling high-rise concrete construction challenges

GCP Applied Technologies

Optimizing mixes involves the convergence of what Mr. Wimberly likes to define as the Four F’s: fit, function, finish, and finance. Finance – What is the cost? A Soaring High-Rise with Innovation at Its Core. Digging deep: Deep foundation design challenges. North America customer service: 1-877-4AD-MIX (1-877-423-6491).

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Tackling high-rise concrete construction challenges

GCP Applied Technologies

Optimizing mixes involves the convergence of what Mr. Wimberly likes to define as the Four F’s: fit, function, finish, and finance. Finance – What is the cost? A Soaring High-Rise with Innovation at Its Core. Digging deep: Deep foundation design challenges. North America customer service: 1-877-4AD-MIX (1-877-423-6491).

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Tackling high-rise concrete construction challenges

GCP Applied Technologies

Optimizing mixes involves the convergence of what Mr. Wimberly likes to define as the Four F’s: fit, function, finish, and finance. Finance – What is the cost? A Soaring High-Rise with Innovation at Its Core. Digging deep: Deep foundation design challenges. North America customer service: 1-877-4AD-MIX (1-877-423-6491).

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New Partnership Releases Guide To Stimulate Private Investment In Natural Infrastructure

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In the wake of Superstorm Sandy and 2012’s unparalleled extreme weather events, a new green infrastructure financing guide was released by the NatLab consortium—a collaboration between the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), The Nature Conservancy , and sustainable asset management firm EKO Asset Management Partners.

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Adding Efficient Construction Management and LEED Certification to Lower Operating Costs

Constructonomics

Recent construction innovations are changing this, however. The study did not look at any other green innovations, like improved insulation or energy recycling. Sustainable projects often also enjoy preferred financing from banks and other lenders. High bills have become something of an accepted norm.

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LOCATION FOCUS: The Heartland of America Beats Strong

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It is situated at the geographic center of the nation and is the crossroads for a wide range of business sectors, including manufacturing, finance, agriculture, technology and warehousing and distribution. Often noted as a microcosm of the entire country, Illinois is the 25th most extensive and the fifth most populous state in the U.S.

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