Green Building Law Update

APRIL 2, 2017

I spoke to a gathering of construction industry attorneys the other day about that t he changing environment of Federal government regulation portends huge business opportunities for green building. More correctly, as stated below, green building can save mankind and our current way of life. And green buildings do so much more.

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 7, 2018

2018 will be a watershed year in the course of green building standards, codes and rating systems. IgCC, ICC 700, Green Globes and. I am optimistic that a global conversation, although centered in the United States, has begun where people are discovering and inventing new ways to build sustainably. and abroad.

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 2, 2017

I spoke to a gathering of construction industry attorneys the other day about changing environment of Federal government regulation portending huge business opportunities for green building. Green building can save the planet. These were my prepared remarks for that talk. Clean Power Plan, non tidal wetland expansion, etc.).

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 30, 2014

There are 3,980,817 miles of roads in the United States. The amount of impervious roads is equivalent to the size of the state of Ohio. But when society thinks about green building, those thoughts are almost universally of buildings (be it offices or schools or homes) and not of infrastructure like roads and bridges.

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Wolgast Corporation

APRIL 26, 2024

While it’s quite hard to pinpoint what the additional cost truly is over traditional construction, a quick internet search indicates that building owners could pay an additional 0-15% for a sustainable building. Contact Dr. Michael Shepard for more information at mshepard@wolgast.com or 989-790-9120. Sources used: www.usgbc.org [link]

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 11, 2023

This has obviously led to large-scale improvements in the way structures are designed and building materials are fabricated. Incorporate the Latest Project Management Software Computer-animated design (CAD) technology revolutionized design when it was introduced decades ago.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 30, 2013

In an all-out brawl within the environmental industrial complex, last week the American Society of Landscape Architects filed a lawsuit over the ownership of the trademark for the Sustainable Sites Initiative (SITES) against the Lady Bird Johnson Wildlife Center at the University of Texas. Green Building Council''s LEED rating system.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Green Building Council (USGBC) has announced the results of a study of job postings from across the United States, revealing that demand for the LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) and LEED Green Associate credentials grew 46 percent over a 12-month period.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 10, 2023

One of the things that often comes up when discussing the future of construction is sustainability. This is, after all, the only planet we can live in (that we know of), so promoting sustainability will serve us — and future generations. This post rounds up some notable examples of sustainable construction materials.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

In its most recent report, it found 600 million tons of construction and demolition (C&D) debris were generated in the United States in 2018. This applies to both green and brownfield sites, and also process fill materials onsite, using demo debris and rock from over-excavation. For some, the driver is purely aesthetic.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 3, 2017

Green buildings generate large quantities of data. In an age when many have opinions about Edward Snowden’s disclosures, foreign state sponsored hacking, and Uber’s massive customer data hack, most people have not considered matters of data protection from their real estate, green building or otherwise.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 26, 2016

SITES is a sustainable landscape rating system. SITES is modeled after the LEED green building rating system. And while it is a standalone tool for measuring landscape sustainability, in June 2015, Green Business Certification Inc., Green Building Council. SITES v2 provides four certification levels.

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BD+C

MAY 2, 2014

Green Building Council (USGBC) has released its ranking of the top 10 countries for LEED outside of the United States, demonstrating the global reach of the movement that is transforming the built environment into high-performing structures that benefit the planet and all of its people. read more. “The

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 26, 2016

SITES is a sustainable landscape rating system. SITES is modeled after the LEED green building rating system. And while it is a standalone tool for measuring landscape sustainability, in June 2015, Green Business Certification Inc., Green Building Council. SITES v2 provides four certification levels.

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Natural Building

APRIL 12, 2012

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. Location: Crestone, Colorado, United States. Name: Kelly Hart. View my complete profile.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 14, 2023

Residential housing contributes nearly 21% of energy use in the United States. Read more Energy Efficiency Green Design Solar Sustainability Codes + Standards Energy Efficiency

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Natural Building

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

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. Location: Crestone, Colorado, United States. New Expert Panelist on Green Education.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 17, 2017

LEED Commercial Interiors projects present the best single opportunity for greening buildings. million existing commercial buildings in the United States today. LEED for Commercial Interiors enables project teams who may not have control over the whole building to build out green tenant spaces. There are more than 5.6

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BRIKS Design-Build Group

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Sustainability is the trend in home design these days – and it’s not difficult to see why. Aesthetic value aside, green homes are energy-efficient; they use less energy and are much cheaper to run. 8 Sustainable Residential Roofing Options. Metal roofing is designed to withstand any weather condition. Green Roof.

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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.

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Natural Building

JULY 25, 2010

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. Location: Crestone, Colorado, United States. A Guide to States with No Building Codes.

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BD+C

MAY 27, 2014

The Architectural Team, a master planning and architectural design firm specializing in multifamily housing and sustainable design, has announced the completion of 129 residential units for Phase II of The Homes at Old Colony. Body Image: read more.

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BD+C

MAY 2, 2014

Green Building Council (USGBC) has released its ranking of the top 10 countries for LEED outside of the United States, demonstrating the global reach of the movement that is transforming the built environment into high-performing structures that benefit the planet and all of its people. read more. “The

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Construction Superintendent Magazine

MARCH 27, 2014

The Golisano Institute for Sustainability, a world-class “living lab” that represents Rochester Institute of Technology’s ongoing commitment to the environment, has been certified Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Platinum by the U.S. Green Building Council—the highest standard that can be achieved in the rating system.

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Natural Building

MAY 3, 2012

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. Location: Crestone, Colorado, United States. Name: Kelly Hart. View my complete profile.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

Turner Construction Company, the leading general builder in the United States, today announced the results of a new Market Barometer survey that focused on environmentally-sustainable, or “Green,” building, and on sustainable practices in general. read more. read more.

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Natural Building

JULY 20, 2012

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. Location: Crestone, Colorado, United States. Name: Kelly Hart. View my complete profile.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 8, 2018

However, this concept has gained some traction recently with architects around the world in cities like Chicago, London, Minneapolis and Vancouver designing wooden high-rises. The material has been used in Europe and Canada for years, but is now gaining attention in the United States. Interested in green construction?

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Natural Building

APRIL 7, 2012

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. Location: Crestone, Colorado, United States. Name: Kelly Hart. View my complete profile.

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Natural Building

AUGUST 4, 2010

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. Location: Crestone, Colorado, United States. A Guide to States with No Building Codes.

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Natural Building

JULY 31, 2010

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. Location: Crestone, Colorado, United States. A Guide to States with No Building Codes.

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Natural Building

APRIL 4, 2011

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. Location: Crestone, Colorado, United States. New Expert Panelist on Green Education.

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Natural Building

MARCH 29, 2011

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. Location: Crestone, Colorado, United States. New Expert Panelist on Green Education.

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Natural Building

AUGUST 18, 2010

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. Location: Crestone, Colorado, United States. A Guide to States with No Building Codes.

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 25, 2010

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. Location: Crestone, Colorado, United States. New Expert Panelist on Green Education.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

Some believe this tying of the consideration to “current” standards, as opposed to the regulator determination at the time the tank was closed, creates a Faustian bargain for the environmental professional, and will greatly limit the supremely valuable designation of HRECS. 9601) and petroleum products.”. 9601) and petroleum products.”.

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Natural Building

JULY 22, 2011

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. Location: Crestone, Colorado, United States. Name: Kelly Hart. View my complete profile.

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