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How To Set Up Solar Panels In A Commercial Building

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The energy audit should inform your present electricity consumption profile and the potential savings you might realize with energy efficiency initiatives. . Personnel with NABCEP certifications have the education and practical knowledge to successfully plan, erect, and manage solar energy systems.

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LEED Law Intersects Miracle on 34th Street

Green Building Law Update

On March 18th the Tomkins County legislature enacted a new local law providing for up to a 10 year property tax abatement for construction achieving LEED certification. The amount of the exemption permitted varies by year and by the certification level achieved. For details and to RSVP. Photo 20th Century Fox 1947.

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No Free Warranty: Connecticut Court Adopts Correction or Repair Test

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ALS’s subcontract permitted the DOT to hold back 60% of its payments to assure ALS would warranty the work, which ALS did with site checks performed between June 2019 and May 2020. This case presents important lessons for both subcontractors and developers, including: Claim forms matter, especially when submitted as sworn statements.

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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

The Governor has until the 30th day after presentment to sign or veto bills and given the impact of the coronavirus pandemic any legislation that requires new State spending will no doubt receive heightened scrutiny. Surprising few of those bills that passed involved environmental matters.

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Maryland Enacts New Environmental Laws in 2020

Green Building Law Update

The Governor has until the 30th day after presentment to sign or veto bills. Despite the abridged session, the legislature acted on 1,664 House bills and 12 resolutions and 1,081 Senate bills and 6 resolutions with 667 bills passing both chambers before they adjourned sine die on March 18, 2020.

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5 Best Chemical Resistant Work Boots

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While not all chemicals may be toxic or present the same level of danger, there is a sufficient number in numerous industrial settings to warrant extreme prudence when choosing appropriate protective gear. Chemicals present hazards in various forms. This testing uses three or more chemicals for certification purposes.

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Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture: Small Cob.

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Green Guidelines and Certification for your Home. Small Cob Buildings without Permits! He is presenting a series of small (under 120 sq. John combines his architectural expertise with his sculptural experience in presenting unique plans that will satisfy on many levels. The Cul-de-Sac Syndrome. Earthbag Slide Show.