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Maryland Bans Polystyrene and Enacts 31 other New Environmental Laws

Green Building Law Update

The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) may adopt regulations to implement the bills. Electric companies (utilities) and other electricity suppliers must submit renewable energy credits equal to a percentage specified in statute each year or else pay an alternative compliance payment equivalent to their shortfall.

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Green construction tips to make your facility environmentally friendly

The Korte Company

As climate science matures, the impact of built spaces on the environment has come under closer scrutiny. What characteristics of the property and its environment can be leveraged to make the building more sustainable? What effect will the building have on its environment once built? Where will it be located?

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SPECIAL REPORT: Site Location Factors For Automotive Suppliers

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Special consideration should be given to verifying utility capacities (water, sewer, gas, electricity and telecommunications) that meet near-term and expansion requirements. The availability of a workforce capable of performing in this increasingly capital-intensive and technology-driven environment is critical to success.

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Facilities Maintenance Checklist and Procedures

Job Order Contracting

De-energize, lock out, and tag electrical circuits. Inspect electrical power panel. Check electrical connections and wiring for loose or overheated conditions. De-energize or discharge all hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, or thermal energy prior to beginning work. Door; Hydraulic, Electric or Pneumatic Operated.

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Less Is More In New England

Business Facilities

Rochester Public Works has multiple new road, water and sewer improvement projects that will support existing and continued growth in commercial and industrial development. In May, General Electric broke ground on its new corporate headquarters in Boston. This move allowed GE to experience the benefits of Mass. Gregory Chiklis, PhD.,

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Builder of the Year Ivory Homes' Innovation Agenda

Pro Builder

1 home builder in building permits and construction value, scaring off every large-volume, multistate production operation that dared enter Ivory’s Wasatch Mountain lair. Just ask the local sewer district sued by the Coalition that eventually refunded $35 million of overcharged impact fees. Ivory Homes Redesigns the Future.

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Automotive Industry Focus: Hitting On All Cylinders

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

From aluminum lightweighting to self-driving cars and long-lasting batteries for hybrid and electric-only vehicles, speakers provided an inside look at the industry. A testament to the favorable environment and support provided, more than 40 manufacturing facilities call Clarksville-Montgomery County home. or call (931) 647-2331.