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Passive House is “In” in 2017

Green Building Law Update

As you consider what’s “in” and what’s “out” in 2017, within the realm of green building, Passive House is in. This “passive” approach, in contrast with active systems based on a constant supply of conditioned air by HVAC systems is the basis of Passive House. Governments in North America are beginning to drive Passive House.

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What You Should Know Before Taking a Construction Loan

Construction Marketing

Construction only : This type of loan covers house building costs only and requires for the loan to be repaid in full within a year after the project’s completion or refinanced into a mortgage. It can only be acquired with the proper education certification, expertise, and a contractor’s license.

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STATE FOCUS: Kansas Focuses On The All-Around

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The state recognizes that small businesses are critical to the economy and recently eliminated income taxes for many small organizations. In addition, the state offers a payroll withholding tax retention program and sales tax exemptions and recently lowered personal income taxes. Goods shipped by truck to reach 25 percent of the U.S.

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Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture: Super-Insulated.

Natural Building

Green Guidelines and Certification for your Home. Super-Insulated Houses. Robert Riversong has created his own form of the Larsen Truss building system, and specializes in super-insulated houses. Kelly has lived in an earthbag/papercrete home that he built and consults about sustainable building design. View my complete profile.

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BUSINESS REPORT: Maryland — SSA’s New Data Hub Moves Forward In Urbana

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A new $192-million data center will replace the existing National Computer Center located at the SSA Headquarters Campus in Woodlawn, MD, which houses computer operations essential to prompt and accurate payment of benefits to Americans. The 300,000-square-foot facility will include data, office and warehouse space.

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Feature Story: Shovel-Ready Sites – Fired Up, Ready To Go

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states have launched site certification programs with the goal of helping communities prepare available sites for investment and expansion. The latest designation happened in April, when the Fairhope Airport Industrial Park in Baldwin County received the AdvantageSite certification. SPOKANE COUNTY, WA: REGIONAL SITE CERTIFICATION.

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State Focus – Iowa: Growing Jobs As Well As Corn

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Creating jobs and increasing family incomes for Iowans is my administration’s top priority,” said Gov. With the announcement that six additional Iowa sites have gone through a rigorous certification process to be considered ‘development ready,’ we are moving Iowa to the top of the list for projects that are looking for a home.”.

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