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What Is a Certificate of Insurance (COI) for Contractors — and When Do You Need One?

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A certificate of insurance (COI) is a valid form used to prove that you carry the appropriate insurance policy. Why a certificate of insurance matters. If you rent storage or office space from a building owner, they may ask for a COI before you sign a lease. Related: 9 Common Insurance Policies in Construction.

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Green Building Bonds as a Game Changing New Source of Capital

Green Building Law Update

Proceeds from these corporate bonds will be used to fund “eligible green building projects” including the acquisition, construction, development or redevelopment of projects that will pursue LEED certification. The funds of the debenture are being used to finance renewable energy projects such as wind, solar and geothermal.

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Legal Documents Required for Purchase of Property

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Commencement Certificate. documents are required when you are buying any in production from a designer, and a commencement certificate is the way of papers and things to verify before purchasing a property or land. No Objection Certificate. Land Use Certificate. Encumbrance Certificate. Completion Certificate.

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Buying a LEED Certified Building Is Easy But.

Green Building Law Update

A copy of the contract, which is attached in Exhibit __ specifies the provision of 100% of the project’s energy from green power, carbon offsets, or renewable energy certificates (RECs).”. And there are other obligations associated with LEED that may survive closing (e.g.,

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Could Solyndra Happen To Green Building Policy?

Green Building Law Update

In 2007, the Destiny USA project qualified for $238 million in tax-free financing through the Green Bonds program. In exchange, Destiny USA promised to redevelop a brownfield site, use massive amounts of renewable energy, and get LEED certification for 75 percent of the project.

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Path to Net Zero: A Guide to Carbon Offsets

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Carbon offsets are a climate financing mechanism. Using certificates that represent a reduction of one metric ton of carbon dioxide emissions, people and organizations can purchase offsets that help fund projects that actively offset greenhouse gas emissions. Instead, organizations are turning toward carbon offsets as a solution.

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Wyoming Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

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FINANCING & GRANTS. The Business Ready Community Grant & Loan Program: Can provide financing for publicly owned infrastructure that promotes economic development within Wyoming communities and provides publicly owned infrastructure that facilitates a specific businesses needs. The purchase of these bonds is authorized by W.S.

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