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D.C. aims to be a green leader with new building codes

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The District of Columbia has released a revised set of building codes to make it a leader in green construction. The new codes will apply to all new or substantially renovated commercial buildings larger than 10,000 sf and multifamily residential buildings that are four stories or taller.

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Green Building Code Proposed in Washington DC is a National Model

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The final vote of the District of Columbia’s Construction Codes Coordinating Board on the Green Construction Code (and all of the new construction codes) occurred last week, and today the codes are being transmitted to the Mayor''s office. The Mayor will submit the codes to the DC Council for adoption. IgCC compliance, or.

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U.S. CRE Turning Around In 2014, According To New PwC/ULI Report

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Respondents were particularly positive about the prospects for equity capital from foreign investors, institutional investors and private equity funds, as well as debt from insurance companies, mezzanine lenders, and issuers of commercial mortgage-backed securities. real estate advisory practice leader, PwC.

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Massachusetts Holds On To Top Energy Efficiency Ranking

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California continued to lead in efficient buildings policies, with its latest building energy code updates taking effect in January 2017 and moving the state closer to its goal of achieving net zero energy use for all new residential buildings by 2020 and commercial buildings by 2030.

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Energy Innovation: Solar Energy Solutions Continue to Gain Momentum

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A common misconception is that to get to zero energy or zero energy-ready, your homes have to be all-electric," says Bryan Cordill, director of residential and commercial business development at PERC. That’s a mandate I just can’t see coming to fruition.”. “A It also uses propane-fueled kitchen appliances. In Montgomery County, Md.,

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Gerber celebrates 80th anniversary with Drive 80! campaign.

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ASSE to Join IAPMO Pending Vote - Contractor Magazine

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