Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

So, the core goal of most industrial coatings is sustainability. Innovation is key though, since the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification and the Living Building Challenge (LBC) standards limit the amount of allowable emissions from coatings. Regional Priority. Green Building Council.”.

Sustainability 107

Sustainability Certification Green Life Cycle 107

Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 27, 2019

Petersburg City Council on January 17, 2019 and awaiting the Mayor’s signature, supersedes the prior Executive Order 2017-01 Sustainable St. Petersburg, that laid the groundwork for these sustainable building practices. What is particularly noteworthy about this enactment is that it not only regulates the City’s green building (.

Certification 176

Certification Los Angeles Green Infrastructure 176

Building Radar

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Key drivers of this shift include evolving market demands, regulatory changes, and a focus on sustainable construction practices. The focus is increasingly on sustainability and energy efficiency, driving demand for green building projects. For more on the impact of these regulations, visit Think ING.

Construction 52

Construction Regulation Sustainability Commissioning 52

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

2 There a total of 459 companies in the world who have achieved FedRAMP certification. It is now understood that requiring FEDRAMP certification in not in the best interests of federal government agencies and departments for many, if not most applications. It was based upon NIST standards and other information available at the time.

Management 195

Management Certification Security Drafting 195

CivilJungle

JUNE 23, 2021

Introduction of Construction Certifications . Certification can be a huge addition to a construction worker’s resume, as it tells an employer that you’re serious about keeping your qualifications and experience updated. Beyond the possible career development opportunities, certifications are needed in certain cases.

Certification 52

Certification AIC Construction CMAA 52

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 21, 2018

ACI certification builds concrete wisdom. If you visit the American Concrete Institute's (ACI) website , you'll soon learn why becoming ACI-certified for testing concrete is important, and necessary for building sound, safe, sustainable structures. Phillip.fry@gc…. Wed, 03/21/2018 - 10:38. GCP Applied Technologies. March 21, 2018.

Certification 68

Certification Concrete DOT Engineering 68

Green Building Law Update

JUNE 26, 2016

SITES is a sustainable landscape rating system. And while it is a standalone tool for measuring landscape sustainability, in June 2015, Green Business Certification Inc., the USGBC associated certification body for LEED, announced it had acquired the exclusive rights to the SITES rating system, its publications and trademarks.

Site 149

Site Certification Green Sustainability 149

Green Building Law Update

JULY 10, 2016

Apparently none of those projects are today registered with GBCI as pursuing or having achieved a LEED Gold certification. The new law requires the payment of a Sustainability Fee prior to obtaining a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy, Certificate of Occupancy, or Certificate of Completion.

Miami 120

Miami Green Certification Sustainability 120

Building Radar

JULY 25, 2024

From zoning laws to safety regulations, understanding these requirements is essential for the success of any construction endeavor. Before breaking ground, verify that your project complies with local zoning regulations. These inspections ensure adherence to building codes and safety regulations.

Legal 52

Legal Texas Inspections Zoning 52

Green Building Law Update

JUNE 26, 2016

SITES is a sustainable landscape rating system. And while it is a standalone tool for measuring landscape sustainability, in June 2015, Green Business Certification Inc., the USGBC associated certification body for LEED, announced it had acquired the exclusive rights to the SITES rating system, its publications and trademarks.

Site 120

Site Certification Green Sustainability 120

Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 18, 2020

It is worthy of note that a second jurisdiction, Montgomery County, Maryland (that includes the municipality of Gaithersburg) has promulgated regulations adopting the 2018 IgCC, but the code is not yet in effect. most major projects will pursue NGBS certification) and avoid the 2018 IgCC until there is some experience with this green code.

Baltimore 156

Baltimore Green Denver Maryland 156

BD+C

MARCH 19, 2024

3 reasons to consider green products for your next building project rcassidy Tue, 03/19/2024 - 14:13 Casey Smyth Building Enclosure Systems Green Building Products Moisture Protection Moisture Control/Building Envelope In recent years, there has been a sharp focus on creating a more sustainable building industry.

Green 52

Green Products Sustainability Life Cycle 52

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Pendent to those Scope 3 downstream businesses, many more will be impacted by this California law and other coming ESG regulation, enabling a large number of businesses to do their part to repair the world while taking advantage of ESG opportunities. government and The Group of Seven. yes, this blog will continue).

Commercial 156

Commercial California Green Organization 156

BD+C

OCTOBER 16, 2014

A new regulation by the U.S. Department of Energy mandates which private-sector green building certifications can be used in federal buildings to meet energy-efficiency standards. The rule, which goes into effect Nov.

Green 61

Green Certification Regulation Sustainability 61

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 18, 2022

In some cases, the product may bear an environment-friendly certification or other forms of acknowledgment for being sustainable. Check the city for specific regulations in getting rid of hazardous wastes. If you can’t find VOC levels for a product, check item information to find out more. Increase ventilation.

Management 156

Management Construction Materials Products 156

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

With good impact absorption, it can also support rolling loads and will not sustain indentations. Certifications asthma & allergy friendly® CERTIFIED—These products have been independently tested to be more suitable for the 100-plus million people in the U.S. living with asthma and/or allergies. and Joseph, A.

Design 59

Design Certification Environment Injury 59

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 26, 2014

Much has changed, but much has remained the same, in the arena of green building law mandates since March 18,2002, when the city of Normal, Illinois enacted Ordinance 4825, the first ever mandatory green building law, requiring LEED certification in the Central Business District for public or private new construction of over 7,500 square feet.

Guidelines 120

Guidelines Green Minnesota Sustainability 120

Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 16, 2022

A business that generates renewable energy, say, with solar panels, but sells the Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) for that renewable energy may not then claim it “uses” renewable energy. The manufacturer, however, sells renewable energy certificates based on the renewable attributes of all the power it generates.

Regulation 156

Regulation Claims Green Electrical 156

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 12, 2012

Compliance/Regulations. You need to be a certified LEED contractor, which means you’ll need to study for and take the certification test. LEED Certification and Construction Software. So what exactly does getting LEED certification have to do with business management or even construction software? General Management.

Construction 120

Construction Certification Green Software 120

Green Building Law Update

MAY 14, 2017

Last week the ICC and ASHRAE issued joint news releases on the status of the “unified green building code that could become the foundation for LEED certification” that will be published as the 2018 version of the International Green Construction Code. to green building has been dramatic. will be green.

Green 120

Green Certification Foundation Innovation 120

Fieldwire

DECEMBER 3, 2022

Some popular construction online training programs that are great for slicing up into a monthly timeline are: RedVector covers building codes and standards , OSHA safety regulations and the basics of project management. Consider Certifications. Consider implementing a required certification program for your workers.

Construction 40

Construction Certification Safety Equipment 40

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

The USGBC long ago selected FSC wood as the anointed certification for wood products. On the other side is the non-FSC timber industry -- those wood providers that can't attain FSC certification. This side prefers the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) certification. Then the USGBC shifted its tactics.

Green 120

Green Certification Drafting Drawings 120

Stok

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Transition risks go beyond physical risk of climate change and include rising costs due to pricing-in of carbon emissions (through carbon taxes and pricing schemes), market effects, technological disruptions, legal liabilities, energy efficiency, and other regulations and reputational risks.

Risk 52

Risk Income Liability Banking 52

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 2, 2011

The International Green Construction Code (IGCC) is a model code for cities seeking to promote sustainable building practices through their building codes. The IGCC promotes a transition from the current voluntary green construction certifications, like USGBC’s LEED, to mandatory green construction codes.

Green 120

Green Electrical Regulation Commissioning 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 LEED mandate is not a ceiling. Rather, a LEED mandate is a floor. The Solution.

Green 120

Green District of Columbia Certification Pennsylvania 120

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 17, 2015

The new enactment allows the Code official to accept third party certification of compliance with these alternative compliance paths; and the authors’ businesses will provide those certifications. Jacqueline Lusk is a sustainability consultant at Lorax Partnerships and can be reached at jackie@loraxllc.com. ASHRAE 189.1

Baltimore 120

Baltimore Green Maryland Renovating 120

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 27, 2017

But for the purposes of public sector building, the requirement is only that the building “meets or exceeds the current version of” LEED Silver and third party certification is not required. of this article.

Maryland 189

Maryland Green Guidelines Budget 189

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?

Green 64

Green Certification Portland United States 64

Work Gearz

JANUARY 15, 2022

Many workers in the past have sustained fatal injuries and as reports say, they did have rubber gloves on. OSHA and ASTM are the two organizations that regulate and test all PPE products for workplace safety in the US, and rubber gloves are no different. More than that, they also have the additional NFPA compliance certificate.

OSHA 52

OSHA Electrical Certification Safety 52

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 6, 2016

Almost on cue (despite being in the works for more than 4 years), Leonardo Academy has announced that its LEO 4000 National Sustainable Agriculture Standard is now available for use. LEO 4000 responds by defining “what constitutes sustainable agriculture.”. Key is preparing a Producer Sustainability Plan that documents all of this.

Sustainability 120

Sustainability Organization Certification Resource 120

Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 16, 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.

Sustainability 45

Sustainability Green Architecture Colorado 45

Natural Building

JULY 22, 2008

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.

California 40

California Green Sustainability Architecture 40

Building Information Management

AUGUST 11, 2015

The terms Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) are getting focused attention from regulators, business owners, and property managers with new requirements. Do the contractors and staff working in your healthcare facilities have their necessary training certificates for compliance?

Contractors 40

Contractors Construction Commissioning Certification 40

Building Information Management

AUGUST 11, 2015

The terms Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) are getting focused attention from regulators, business owners, and property managers with new requirements. Do the contractors and staff working in your healthcare facilities have their necessary training certificates for compliance?

Contractors 40

Contractors Construction Commissioning Certification 40

Green Building Law Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2012

Through Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies, Shari advocates for clients on issues related to energy and sustainability with decision-makers in all branches of local, state, and federal government. Shari is very involved in developing sustainability in the Delaware Valley and beyond. • “Who Should Regulate?

Pennsylvania 40

Pennsylvania New Jersey Green Legal 40

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. Each service to be provided is regulated by a digital contract. In addition, materials are saved and as a result, construction is more sustainable and more resource-efficient.

Industrial 52

Industrial Construction Forecasting Plans 52

CivilJungle

OCTOBER 25, 2020

. “Those can be part of what an environmental engineer does, but in terms of what an environmental engineer does a day in and day out, you’re really focused on what the regulations say, what you’re required to do to meet those regulations and how you’re going to do it, (while also bearing in mind) the cost and the timeline.”

Engineering 52

Engineering Equity Debt INR 52