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Phase l Environmental Site Assessment Standard Being Revised

Green Building Law Update

Task Group, after more than a year of work, has balloted a draft revised standard and results are expected as early as next week. Last August, I blogged, I just read my 1000th Phase l Environmental Site Assessment this year , so we will not only track the final revisions, but report on them in a future post here. The ASTM E50.02

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Recladding Multi-Family Buildings: Why And When?

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Fire resistance : Some cladding materials are designed to be fire-resistant, adding an extra layer of safety. Reports of water leaks or drafts from residents. Material Selection Based on the building’s location and design, choose materials that offer durability and aesthetic appeal.

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New Sustainable Projects Exhibit in 2017 AIA Contract Documents

Green Building Law Update

If you are regular reader of this blog you are aware there has been a hiatus in postings. I have been climbing in the Himalayas in Nepal for the past month and, in fact, am composing this blog post sitting in the lobby of the Yak and Yeti hotel in Kathmandu, as I begin to make way home. the IgCC and more.

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A Guide to Passive Solar Heating

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Design for effective convection. The post A Guide to Passive Solar Heating appeared first on Natural Building Blog. Floor planning for passive heating. Locating heaters. Insulation for passive heating. Sealing your home for passive heating. Roof space. You can read the entire tutorial at www.yourhome.gov.au.

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A Day in the Life of a Green Building Attorney

Green Building Law Update

This blog post is not as epic as A Day in the Life , the last song on the Sgt. Responding to consultant email and draft report of Phase II environmental site assessment. Reviewing and approving quotes in draft third party journal article on defects in green building contracts. Lunch with prospective client]. 03:00 p.m.

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5 Best Practices Of Energy Efficient Buildings

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You can do your part by designing an energy-efficient building. Airtightness can only be achieved if design details are considered early on. During the construction of the building, this design should be implemented in all installations. You’re not alone though. All these can lead to wasting energy.

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A Comprehensive Guide to ICF Construction

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Note that concrete prices fluctuate, and your home’s price also depends on the design, construction labor costs, location, materials, project complexity, and other factors. Design flexibility. Longer, clear large room spans are easy to design as the concrete walls carry the steel beam loads these designs need.