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5 Green Construction Practices that are becoming Standard Commercial Construction Procedures

HardHatChat

Anyone in the commercial construction industry knows there are a variety of certifications and designations that individuals, companies and projects can achieve to show they follow a high level of green commercial construction practices. are standard green procedures for ground-up construction projects. Here are a five examples: 1.

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The Largest Net-Zero Community Will Have 21,000 Homes

Pro Builder

Each home will have solar panels, electric vehicle chargers, and high-performance features that limit the need for air conditioning, heating, and ventilation. Recycled wastewater will be used for all irrigation through high-tech sewer pump stations, and landscaping will be drought tolerant and low combustible. Green Projects.

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Green construction tips to make your facility environmentally friendly

The Korte Company

While juggling sustainability and profitability at the same time is a challenge, construction companies can help owners achieve both by implementing green construction principles. Harness natural resources with green construction. In a way, green construction is partly an exercise in holistic thinking. It’s also free.

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Maryland Bans Polystyrene and Enacts 31 other New Environmental Laws

Green Building Law Update

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. Water and Sewer Services. Clean Energy Jobs. Septic Systems. Renewable Energy.

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Water Conservation in a Green Home

Green Home Design Architect

Many times we think of energy only as heating and cooling systems or providing electricity to our homes for televisions and other appliances. By implementing a few simple actions to use water more efficiently, the average homeowner can reduce their water and sewer bills by one third, a significant savings!

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15 Different Types of Cement and Their Uses

CivilJungle

Sewer construction. Water pipe , reservoir, and electric duct construction. Post, milestone, and electric pole construction. It is also used to construct precast sewer pipes. Uses of High Alumina Cement: Generally, this refractory product is widely used in sewer infrastructure and marine construction.

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Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture: An Alternative.

Natural Building

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life. Green Guidelines and Certification for your Home. Green School Primer. Name: Kelly Hart. Location: Crestone, Colorado, United States. View my complete profile. The Cul-de-Sac Syndrome.