Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 18, 2016

Responding to client email described as a “sustainability emergency” seeking advice and comment on a revised footnote in a public company annual report, responding to the SEC mandated disclosure of the risk that climate change developments may have on their business, being considered by the board of directors today. 05:00 a.m. [Off

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 21, 2018

will help identify and reduce the risk of damage in the event of a natural disaster, economic disruption, resource depletion or other crisis for buildings, homes, neighborhoods and infrastructure. Much more than only anticipating weather extremes, in the draft document expected to be approved in the coming days, RELi 2.0

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 2, 2016

In a recent review of contracts involving green building construction projects, less than 20% had properly drafted provisions addressing green building matters. Surprisingly, less than 20% had properly drafted provisions addressing the disputed green building matter that was the issue resulting in a party to the contract seeking legal advice.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 6, 2020

RGGI is a cooperative effort among the states of Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont to cap and reduce CO2 emissions. The draft Ordinance is essential reading for anyone interested in environmental matters in our current climate. More common in the U.S.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

This blog post highlights the legal risk associated with ESG disclosures and proffers that through green building practices, like the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED certification, companies can mitigate their legal risk while still being responsive to the trend of more environmental ESG disclosure.”.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 15, 2014

CAPCO financing, an alternative to conventional bank financing, can accommodate a slightly higher risk profile and provide a more flexible structure for growing businesses. Program regulations are currently being drafted to include the expanded definition for “Advanced Manufacturers.”

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 8, 2014

With 32 ports statewide, Louisiana offers six deep-draft ports capable of transferring large quantities of cargo, is one of only two U.S. Already the nation’s No. 2 crude oil producer and No. 3 natural gas producer (including offshore production), Louisiana is uniquely poised to create significant next-generation energy growth.

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