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Suffolk Construction establishes Suffolk Sustainability Group

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As an expert in low-carbon solutions for construction operations and material selection, Burke can help curate a list of carbon-optimized options for Suffolk clients on their projects. Swenson also offers specialized services through Suffolk Design including carbon neutral master planning, energy modeling, and building systems commissioning.

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FTC Settles Charges Over Deceptive Zero VOC Claims

Green Building Law Update

Four paint companies have agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that they deceptively promoted products as containing zero volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or as emission free, including during and immediately after application. The FTC also charged the companies with facilitating deception by retailers who sold their paint.

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3 Secrets to Successful Landmark-Status Building Construction Projects

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Plus, they usually have some combination of historic or architectural significance, beautiful vintage materials and fine craftsmanship – the kind of stuff us industry fanatics just can’t get enough of. A great example of this is a retail space Englewood refurbished at Chicago’s famed Palmer House Hilton. Craftsmanship is Key.

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Low-Cost Fire Protection For New Home Building/Remodeling

Pro Builder

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates nearly 50 percent of all home electrical fires annually could be prevented with AFCIs. home improvement retailers. “Knowing you are living in a home that has the ability to prevent an electrical fire before it starts increases safety and affords peace of mind to consumers.”.

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FTC Finds Truly Organic is Not

Green Building Law Update

million to settle a Federal Trade Commission greenwashing complaint alleging that their nationally marketed bath and beauty products are neither “certified organic” nor “vegan” as falsely claimed. By way of a federal court order that became final last month, Truly Organic Inc. and its founder will pay $1.76

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6 Phases of the Construction Process

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Materials purchases are made from vendors (Procurement). It is not uncommon for procurement to take on added complexity, particularly for long-term products or those that use a variety of hard-to-find materials. Commissioning and Turnover Stage. Pre-Construction Stage. Next is the construction phase. Construction Stage.

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Visible light technology

Construction Specifier

While this has always been an important consideration in acute healthcare, it has become increasingly important in non-healthcare applications, such as education, commercial offices, indoor sports venues, retail spaces, and other congregate settings. It is spread by people touching, moving, and working.

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