Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 8, 2017

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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GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

Sustainable construction products and technologies. SUSTAINABLE CONCRETE | SUSTAINABLE CEMENT | SUSTAINABLE BUILDING ENVELOPE. SUSTAINABLE CONCRETE. Concrete admixtures can also optimize the production process for sustainability. Phillip.fry@gc…. Thu, 11/28/2019 - 11:43. GCP Applied Technologies.

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BD+C

JUNE 5, 2013

In an effort to accelerate sustainable development around the world, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), creators of the LEED green building program, announced today a new campaign offering free LEED certification to the first projects to certify in the 112 countries where LEED has yet to take root.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 4, 2020

The capabilities of these TEchnologies offer opportunities for communicating and analyzing the quantitative and material aspects of the design decisions related to sustainability and the built environment in an immersive and understandable way, both for the discipline and the larger public.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 25, 2023

./ courtesy Rockfon By Rebecca Silva Grundfos, a global leader in water technology based in Bjerringbro, Denmark, has earned Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum certification for its new Global Water Utility Headquarters—the highest available building certification through the U.S.

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BD+C

JULY 18, 2014

The Green Building Initiative (GBI) announced that the University of North Carolina-Charlotte’s Belk Hall, a student housing facility for the college’s upper division students, is the first building certified under the 2013 Green Globes for New Construction (NC), according to GBI president Jerry Yudelson.

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BD+C

MARCH 27, 2013

A Florida House bill that says state agencies should decide on a project-by-project basis which green certification standards are used on state construction passed a subcommittee vote 12-1. Timber industry representatives want other sustainable wood standards recognized, asserting that the FSC’s standards are too burdensome and costly.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 3, 2023

You'll learn about how the design-build team collaborated with green building experts to achieve Emerald-level National Green Building Standard certification for the home by integrating products, systems, and best practices. A principal goal of the program is to maximize housing performance and energy efficiency.

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SAB Magazine

DECEMBER 22, 2014

The next great leap in the design of sustainable buildings is measuring and reporting the operational building performance. Traditionally design teams have ensured buildings are built as designed but have had limited involvement in the operation of a building.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 18, 2020

I have regularly and consistently been critical of enactments of mandatory green building codes, as violative of the core principal modern green building is built upon that sustainable construction is a voluntary non regulatory response such that the built environment that can repair the planet. GBI Two Green Globes rating.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

cities, but in the event of a housing downturn, the program could burden more recipients than it benefits. Borrowers will qualify if they show on-time rent, utility, and other payments, but if the housing market slips into a downturn, the recipients of these loans could end up owing more than their homes are worth.

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Contractor Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2015

Phases II A and B included 129 apartments completed in summer 2014 that achieved LEED for Homes and LEED for Homes Mid-Rise Platinum level certification, the highest available, read more.

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 6, 2015

The exciting news in residential green building is that the Federal National Mortgage Association, commonly known as Fannie Mae, is providing incentives, including lower interest rates for multifamily properties with a green building certification. s multifamily housing stock.” There is no minimum or maximum loan size.

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BD+C

JUNE 9, 2014

The Green Building Initiative (GBI) today announced the launch of a new certification program specific to design of interiors of commercial and institutional buildings, according to GBI president Jerry Yudelson.

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BD+C

JUNE 2, 2014

Responding to the growing desire for more livable communities and rising concern about our planet, the Green Parking Council (GPC), an affiliate of the International Parking Institute (IPI), launched the Green Garage Certification program. The program is the parking industry equivalent of the U.S.

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BD+C

APRIL 18, 2024

The next destination: Passive design airports 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/18/2024 - 13:59 Airports Today, we can design airports that are climate resilient, durable, long-lasting, and healthy for occupants—we can design airports using Passive House standards. On the path to passive The airport itself is becoming more sustainable.

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Green Building Law Update

MAY 22, 2016

EDGE, the acronym for “Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies” is a green building certification system for new residential and commercial buildings in emerging markets and developing countries. The photograph above from a popular tea house in Dingboche, Nepal depicts that LEED type notions of interior water use reduction (e.g.,

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

The Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) has launched LEED Proven Provider, a new designation that streamlines the LEED project review process for experienced organizations that demonstrate consistent excellence in administering LEED projects.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 18, 2023

Developers planning to build new housing in the desert west of Phoenix are running out of groundwater needed to move projects forward in the midst of a megadrought affecting dry regions across the Western U.S. Sustainability. Wed, 01/18/2023 - 11:09. Environmental. Planning + Development. New-Construction Projects. Environmental.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

In this special Autodesk University episode, hear Shannon Goodman , Executive Director of the Lifecycle Building Center , share her expertise on utilizing construction waste for more sustainable and reusable buildings. The project received the Living Building Challenge certification in 2021 by meeting rigorous sustainability standards.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 29, 2023

million new homes being added to the nation’s housing stock every year. Technology, process, and consumer understanding are all needed to bring older, existing housing stock up to par and reduce its environmental impact. What are broadly useful solutions that can decarbonize our existing housing stock? and approximately 1.6

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Green Building Law Update

MAY 22, 2016

EDGE, the acronym for “Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies” is a green building certification system for new residential and commercial buildings in emerging markets and developing countries. The photograph above from a popular tea house in Dingboche, Nepal depicts that LEED type notions of interior water use reduction (e.g.,

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 27, 2016

Typical is the case recently commenced over the construction of the Haywood Community College Creative Arts Building in North Carolina which was pursuing LEED New Construction v2009 certification. the 1950s era house I grew up in had a similar radiant heat under terrazzo).

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Fieldwire

AUGUST 2, 2023

Sustainability: As consumer attitudes about the environment change for the better, transitioning to more eco-friendly technologies will help your business resonate with the next generation of homeowners. The main idea of ongoing learning is to institute an in-house training program with no definitive ending.

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Stok

JULY 15, 2020

Core and shell developers should also take note, though the new rating system and credits are not as directly applicable to design as your typical WELL and LEED new construction certifications. If your project is already pursuing WELL certification, it is likely a no-brainer to pursue the Health-Safety Rating. Re-enter Your Workspace.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 18, 2022

Meanwhile, the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) set formaldehyde limits of 0.4 In some cases, the product may bear an environment-friendly certification or other forms of acknowledgment for being sustainable. mg/m³ total Volatile Organic Compounds (TVOCs). ppm for mobile homes. Address the source.

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Stok

JUNE 25, 2020

Certification process. GPR certification costs less than LEED for Homes and is based on number of units rather than square footage. Whatever you choose, a sustainability certification will add value to your multifamily development, and we are excited that GreenPoint Rated is now another strong option for developers nationwide.

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Stok

MAY 25, 2021

In “The UN and National Academy of Science Set Policies to Accelerate a Regenerative, Living Building Environment,” Scott Foster , Erin Rovalo , and Vivian Loftness outlined the critical role of the built environment in achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals through U.S. Certification – measure progress and share outcomes.

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Natural Building

APRIL 12, 2012

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly has lived in an earthbag/papercrete home that he built and consults about sustainable building design.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 18, 2021

High style and high performance go hand-in-hand in this year's annual show house. That process is just as applicable for custom/luxury homes such as TNAH 2021, as it is for production or community-scale housing. Drew Smith is the COO of Two Trails , a company focused on sustainable building consulting. Sustainability.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

Thursday also saw the USGBC announcement that the STAR Community Rating System, which offers certification for sustainable communities, will be integrated into USGBC’s LEED for Cities and LEED for Communities programs. That night the Greenbuild Celebration at the Field Museum was headlined by blues legend Buddy Guy.

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Natural Building

JULY 6, 2021

Moab Utah’s affordable housing nonprofit Community Rebuilds has been combining sustainable building practices, education, and affordable housing since its founding by now-mayor Emily Niehaus in 2010. In spite of those challenges, the organization continues to pursue its work.

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 2, 2015

Georgia General Assembly House Bill 255 is proof that the “wood wars” surrounding the LEED green building rating system continue to be waged. That said, the specific bill is Much Ado About Nothing. That Executive Order, having the import of not permitting use of LEED on Georgia state funded building, remains in place in Georgia.

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Natural Building

JULY 21, 2009

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly has lived in an earthbag/papercrete home that he built and consults about sustainable building design.

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Natural Building

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly has lived in an earthbag/papercrete home that he built and consults about sustainable building design.

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 17, 2009

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly has lived in an earthbag/papercrete home that he built and consults about sustainable building design.

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Natural Building

MARCH 5, 2010

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly has lived in an earthbag/papercrete home that he built and consults about sustainable building design.

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