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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Management Certification Construction Education 52

ENR Construction

JULY 24, 2019

Sustainability rating group seeks ideas to progress its 20-year-old green building program.

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 24, 2021

The idea of ESG began in 2004 with a United Nations initiative to influence capital in non Western markets. Theirs is a watered down definition of “sustainability risks. Public companies in the U.S. find themselves at a dynamic time of emergent environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) disclosures. best practices.

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 9, 2022

Businesses do not need to engage in the current political fights over what are green energy, noting that the European Union just announced on New Year’s Eve the Brussels “green taxonomy” list of what is sustainable energy including natural gas and nuclear, to the displeasure of some. According to the U.S. yes, this blog will continue).

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Stok

MAY 25, 2021

Centered around the theme of inclusion and unity, the 15th annual Living Future conference showcased big ideas across the realms of public policy, private sector leadership, and community-driven solutions to the most pressing challenges in real estate. Certification – measure progress and share outcomes. Commitment – set firm goals.

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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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Sustainability Architecture Green Los Angeles 49

Pro Builder

APRIL 29, 2023

New RESNET Label Provides Home Energy-Efficiency Ratings and Certifications Info Energy Retrofits Offer a Practical Way for the Remodeling Sector to Practice Sustainability Wider Ramifications of Older Homes That Aren't Energy Efficient And the stakes are higher than just energy use and costs or greenhouse gas emissions. Have ideas?

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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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Green Sustainability Architecture Guidelines 40

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 9, 2014

The newest version of LEED, with the designation LEED v4 is not simply another step in the continuous improvement of the third party verified green building rating system, and while not paradigm shift equal to a Neil Armstrong “giant leap for mankind,” LEED v4 is an all but an entirely new green building certification program.

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Certification Green Sustainability Residential 136

Stok

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Certification: LEED CS v2009 Platinum. Certification: LEED CS v2009 Platinum. Highlights: Despite its highly challenging and unique multi-building structure, Dropbox’s new home seamlessly received official LEED Platinum certification this fall. Certifications: LEED CI v4 Gold, Living Building Challenge Materials Petal.

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 9, 2014

The newest version of LEED, with the designation LEED v4 is not simply another step in the continuous improvement of the third party verified green building rating system, and while not paradigm shift equal to a Neil Armstrong “giant leap for mankind,” LEED v4 is an all but an entirely new green building certification program.

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Certification Green Sustainability Residential 120

Green Building Law Update

JULY 14, 2019

Green Building Council is looking for the future of LEED and has officially opened a call for feedback and ideas for the next version of LEED. could become the foundation of LEED certification. So, take a few minutes, now, and provide USGBC with some feedback and ideas for the next version of LEED at [link].

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Green IDEA Atlanta Equity 120

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 19, 2011

Because the GBA requires all buildings to obtain LEED certification, it functions as a quasi building code. In other words, LEED certification is a minimum requirement, the very definition of a so-called "floor." A ceiling would actually prohibit buildings from being built to be greener or more efficient than LEED.

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Green District of Columbia Certification Pennsylvania 120

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 27, 2022

It may be used to cover expenses to support training such as tuition, books, safety equipment, uniforms, lab fees, transportation, certification fees, or childcare. I hope to bring new ideas and processes into the engineering field. Once I started designing, I very quickly realized I had no idea how to digitize my ideas.

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Stok

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

With the common reminder that humans spend 90% of our time indoors, coupled with a growing body of upwards of 400 research studies that indicate there are hazardous chemicals in our building products that building occupants are exposed to, the focus on healthy, sustainable materials across the design and construction industry is at an all-time high.

Materials 65

Materials AIA Certification Sustainability 65

Stok

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Michiel Bakker, Director of Global Workplace Programs at Google, and Lindsay Baker, Head of Sustainability and Wellbeing at WeWork, discussed creating the workplace of the future. This could potentially be incentivized by baking it into recycling facility certification requirements. VERGE 18 | Oakland, CA. #1: Chances are we are too.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 3, 2020

energy efficiency, green building, and sustainability, among others—some have gained traction with builders and consumers and some are now required by code. For builders looking for the right science-based answers, Indoor airPLUS , a voluntary certification and labeling program administered by the U.S. Photo: Courtesy KB Home.

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Oklahoma City Materials Design Green 122

Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 18, 2015

Which translates into her “desire to drive positive change in the sustainability arena,” throughout her “10 years of consulting around facilitating dialogue, education, and improved standards in green building, parking industry, mattress industry, and as a consultant to ICC in solar and rainwater harvesting, just to name a few.”.

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Green Consulting Organization Environment 120

Construction Law Monitor

OCTOBER 21, 2010

Whether it be a LEED project, or just a promise to the property owner to build or make a building more efficient and sustainable, as 2010 passes onto 2011, those in the construction industry are quite likely to run into projects with at least some green elements. Is Failure To Achieve LEED Certification Consequential Damages?

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Green Certification Portland United States 64

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2018

More and more these days, contractors are working together, sharing ideas and innovations, helping each other grow into leaders and achieve new successes. These tools and processes might have allowed them to get by and get work done (in compartmentalized silos) but they are not sustainable as today’s business environment changes around them.

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CFMA Conference Viewpoint Education 142

Stok

OCTOBER 28, 2018

As Katie Ross, Global Real Estate and Facilities Sustainability Lead at Microsoft, said at the Global Climate Action Summit in San Francisco last month, “carbon is the great equalizer.” Ideas, resources, and inspiration await in our monthly newsletter. In a data-driven world, you need to know what to measure. Sign Up Now.

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Stok

OCTOBER 28, 2018

As Katie Ross, Global Real Estate and Facilities Sustainability Lead at Microsoft, said at the Global Climate Action Summit in San Francisco last month, “carbon is the great equalizer.” Ideas, resources, and inspiration await in our monthly newsletter. In a data-driven world, you need to know what to measure. Sign Up Now.

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Materials San Francisco Life Cycle Transportation 68

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 15, 2023

Additionally, the construction has made significant strides in sustainability and inclusivity, so professionals can contribute to a greener future while enjoying a more diverse work environment. She is a big proponent of sustainable practices, and Autodesk is a great resource for those looking to reduce wasted materials on jobsites.

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Autodesk Construction Innovation BIM 52

Pro Builder

APRIL 17, 2023

Most infinity-edge pools require a big trough in which the water spills over before being cycled back into the pool basin, but the Luxus team flipped that traditional idea on its head and decided to make the trough a lap pool. “By The 2023 exhibition home is no exception. While the owners of this $13.5

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Las Vegas NAHB Design IDEA 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 28, 2023

There are over 200 educational sessions combined with another 400 industry speakers and keynotes discussing sustainability, networking and more. Thi s year’s event features training and techniques in concrete and masonry, countless exhibits from original equipment manufacturers, and educational certification seminars.

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Work Gearz

APRIL 29, 2021

We recommend that employers use a noise dosimeter to evaluate the environmental noise that workers sustain during a work shift. The bottom line is if workers sustain constant exposure to noise levels above 85 dB, their hearing will probably be damaged beyond repair. Safety Certification. Check Price and Reviews on Amazon.

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Building Radar

JANUARY 14, 2020

Sustainability: Building becomes greener 15. Now the data already recorded for the EnEV certificate can be used as the basis for a building eco-balance. In addition, materials are saved and as a result, construction is more sustainable and more resource-efficient. Robotics: colleagues with muscles of steel 13.

Industrial 52

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Work Gearz

MAY 22, 2021

Consider this chart to get an idea of the risks to your hearing that are present in all sorts of daily situations. To understand how much acoustic pressure your ears sustain, the NRR should be subtracted from the average noise level that has been measured in your workplace. Certification. Type or source of the Noise.

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Safety Defense Products Design 52

Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 17, 2023

To alleviate the labor shortage and sustain the future of the industry in the long-term, construction needs to attract a new generation of passionate, diverse, and innovative professionals. I really want to design a building or its interiors on my own and contribute more ideas to the architectural industry.

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Pro Builder

JULY 31, 2020

Made up of two expanded polystyrene foam panels connected by a 100% recyclable web system, the ICFs improve energy efficiency and can help achieve LEED certification, the company says. . . Sustainability is also a focus, in order to help consumers contribute to a cleaner environment. Fenestration Ideas / Andersen .

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Work Gearz

JUNE 5, 2021

Certification. Trying before you buy is always a good idea so you can evaluate the fit that is an important element in comfort, especially if you are a pro who works all day and needs ear protection for extended periods. The correct hearing protection must be geared to the environmental noise you sustain. Fit and Comfort.

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Products Defense Safety Design 52

Business Facilities

AUGUST 5, 2019

are implementing site certification programs that give available sites a shovel ready designation—meaning that the site is primed and ready for economic development. To achieve certification, sites go through a rigorous review process. States across the U.S. The outcome?

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Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2012

LEED Certification, and LEED in general has been a GREAT marketing tool. Is there no better way for GSA to meet sustainability requirement than via LEED? GSA earned the highest rating in all categories in the 2011 sustainability scorecard released from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Ackerstein Sustainability LLC.

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Consulting Green Architecture Sustainability 55

Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 8, 2015

Though modern society relies on construction for comfortable, convenient civilization, few people outside the industry are overjoyed at the idea of increased development. Understanding of perils at hand and sustaining a perpetual state of alertness is perhaps the number-one best way to prevent accidents.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 12, 2014

So far, grants have been given to over 1,200 students, including veterans, enrolled in certification programs in high-demand industries such as energy, advanced materials and diversified manufacturing, and agriculture and food production. The Pennsylvania Targeted Industry Program provides financial aid grants to meet workforce needs.

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Pro Builder

MAY 8, 2023

Effective land-use policies can help to promote more equitable, sustainable, and livable communities. Dozens of educational courses and seminars are tailored for your needs as a building professional and focus on ideas and strategies you can use every day to improve your business and advance your career.

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NAHB Resource Zoning Housing 97

Stok

AUGUST 19, 2021

An integrated design charrette allows stakeholders like the investment team, property management, and building occupants to share their perspectives and ideas about the project at a time when their feedback can still be easily and inexpensively incorporated into the design. . #1: Integrated Design Charrette.

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