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United Nations Declaration for Sustainable Architecture

Natural Building

The United Nations has written a set of “principles for sustainable and inclusive urban design and architecture” for architects to sign up to called the San Marino Declaration, which architect Norman Foster is set to launch. Port cities need to ensure that port facilities are up to international transport and safety standards.

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3 affordable housing projects that serve as social catalysts

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Trish Donnally MFPRO+ Blog Higher Education University Buildings Multifamily Housing Affordable Housing Senior Living Design Student Housing Designers Architects Projects Sustainable Development To say the United States is facing an affordable housing crisis is a major understatement. And that’s just California. It gets worse.

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Attend Greenbuild – The Best Way To Grow Your Green Building Business

Green Building Law Update

I do not claim any particular business marketing prowess, but Greenbuild has been the number one source of new clients for my sustainability and green building law practice! And Greenbuild is sustainable. It is your chance to meet incoming USGBC CEO Mahesh Ramanujam, the man to know in the post Fedrezzi era. So register today.

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Portuguese Non-Profit Refurbishes Old Buildings

Natural Building

Nonprofit Critical Concrete aims to refurbish spaces that are shared by low-income communities in Portugal. They also try to educate the local community on sustainable and earth-friendly practices. Last year 32 students from 20 countries were brought together for three weeks to refurbish housing.

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4 ways to transform old buildings into modern assets

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They can host new and experimental experiences: a destination for nightlight, educational talks, and music events. These workplaces can also support alternative income opportunities through shared amenities for all tenants and the community, promoting continuous learning and networking. was built before the start of the 21st century.

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Getting Older Homes Up to Snuff for Energy Efficiency

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New RESNET Label Provides Home Energy-Efficiency Ratings and Certifications Info Energy Retrofits Offer a Practical Way for the Remodeling Sector to Practice Sustainability Wider Ramifications of Older Homes That Aren't Energy Efficient And the stakes are higher than just energy use and costs or greenhouse gas emissions. Have ideas?

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Nordics Construction 2023: Addressing the Skills and Talent Challenges for the Future Workforce

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But alongside growth comes change, and firms are seeking to lay down solid foundations to ensure they can successfully sustain transformation. A strong majority of businesses project their revenues will increase in the year ahead: overall, 66% expect their income to grow, with 28% predicting a decline.