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SEC Charges Mining Company with Misleading Investors in its ESG Disclosures

Green Building Law Update

Securities and Exchange Commission last month charged Vale S.A., Many investors rely on ESG disclosures like those contained in Vale’s annual Sustainability Reports and other public filings to make informed investment decisions,” said Gurbir S. Grewal, Director of the SEC’s Division of Enforcement. “By

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The Tabo Mud Monastery in India Has Endured Over 1,200 Years

Natural Building

Raw earth with other materials left to dry and harden under the sun has sustained the test of time. It is time for innovative sustainable techniques that compliment ancient earthen structures like this while improving its overall strength and durability. billion people across the globe living in earthen homes.

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Highlights from the Greenbuild Legal Forum

Green Building Law Update

The fact that lawyers are now allowed to congregate and make presentations at the Greenbuild conference is an achievement. The green building community seems to understand that green buildings do present new risks that must be managed and attorneys can help. We will be discussing both of these presentations in future posts.

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Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission Announces Grant Recipients

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

The Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission (CAIC) has awarded $350,000 in grants for nine projects. InterUrban ArtHouse formed to create sustainable and affordable space for artists, creative industries and arts organizations. Posted by Heidi Schwartz. The grant recipients are: InterUrban ArtHouse, Kansas City, $50,000.

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Life Science Building Design & Construction: 5 Considerations for Success

Stok

With their strict technical requirements and rigorous performance standards, laboratories and other high-tech life science facilities present a unique opportunity for sustainable design and construction innovation. If the space can’t perform to exact requirements, the tenant can’t use it and the schedule is delayed.

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Life Science Building Design & Construction: 5 Considerations for Success

Stok

With their strict technical requirements and rigorous performance standards, laboratories and other high-tech life science facilities present a unique opportunity for sustainable design and construction innovation. If the space can’t perform to exact requirements, the tenant can’t use it and the schedule is delayed.

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Expert Offers Advice on How to Specify for a Successful LEED Project

Construction Dive

“Having a Division 1 section that clearly addresses what the minimum requirements are for commissioning is highly recommended. You cannot miss the commissioning requirements because it is a requirement. If you just have a drawing package, then you need to make sure that it’s in your drawing package.