Construction Law

MARCH 1, 2024

News Our regular news round up includes a call from insurance companies for pilot projects to find investment models for green infrastructure; failure of another legal challenge to the Stonehenge project; and a warning that the new Building Safety Regulator is looking for a high profile prosecution to make a point.

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Business Facilities

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Size counts, but when it comes to making our picks for forward-thinking utilities, so do smart grids, renewable energy and a seat at the table when economic development deals are negotiated. Read: Top Utilities: Power Players For Development at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Natural Building

MARCH 29, 2011

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life. The Beyond Green High-Performance Building Awards. New Expert Panelist on Green Education. Great article on green building. Name: Kelly Hart. Location: Crestone, Colorado, United States.

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 12, 2011

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life. He frequently mentions ways that you might save money by careful shopping, selecting and negotiating with sub-contractors, locating the right equipment, avoiding construction delays, etc.

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 27, 2014

With a performance bond in place, the City and the surety announced in early March that they has negotiated a takeover agreement that will allow a new contractor to complete construction. Kaplow LEED LEED documents Stuart Kaplow green building law' Earlier this year the City of Palo Alto gave notice firing Flintco Pacific, Inc.,

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Documentation Certification Contract California 120

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 1, 2011

Green Building. Tip #1: Negotiate Fuel Costs. Before you go down the negotiating path, be sure you know your overall consumption by gallons. Green Building. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. INSURANCE |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

However, with managed WiFi, the property takes charge and negotiates a lower bulk rate with the Internet Service Provider (ISP), effectively undercutting the cable company. Sustainability and Eco-Friendliness As the world becomes more environmentally conscious, residents appreciate properties that integrate green technologies.

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Construction Business Owner

FEBRUARY 16, 2012

Green Building. Many contractors negotiate payment due dates with their vendors to get themselves out of short-term cash binds. Green Building. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |. INSURANCE |. EQUIPMENT |. General Management. Software & Technology. Accounting & Finance. Construction Law. foundation.

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Construction Business Owner

APRIL 4, 2011

Green Building. Follow the Green Road (or A Summary of CONExpo/ConAgg) » What has your building done for me lately? – will ultimately determine if you are on the bid list or in the negotiating room for the next project. Green Building. STRATEGY |. MANAGEMENT |. ACCOUNTING |. SOFTWARE |. MARKETING |.

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 25, 2021

With the construction of the world’s largest solar-powered battery facility and an innovative green hydrogen pilot project, we are leading the state and nation in producing energy that is reliable, affordable and better for our environment.”. The electrolyzers are utilized in the generation of green hydrogen from renewable electricity.

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Florida New York Electrical Innovation 115

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 5, 2017

It is surprising to many in the environmental industrial complex that there has been relatively little litigation arising out of green building. There have been only a very modest number of cases commenced in courts across the country involving construction of green buildings. Even the Green Business Certification Inc.

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Fieldwire

APRIL 24, 2023

It creates full trust and transparency in online transactions, helping you safely execute contract negotiations and removing the need for expensive intermediary third parties. You might not use them immediately, but you can slowly build an inventory of reclaimed wood, recycled plastic, precast concrete and other green building materials.

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The Korte Company

OCTOBER 9, 2018

We’ll also help you navigate potential negotiations with local officials if costs can be saved through the creation of other tax incentives or local business districts. For more about how green construction principles can help reduce operational costs and secure positive return on investment, consider these green construction tips.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 15, 2015

Arbitration is particularly wide spread in green building and has had the impact of so few green building disputes ever reaching a courtroom. Even the LEED Green Building Certification Inc. Many green building materials suppliers have provisions in their purchase contract requiring arbitration.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JULY 26, 2013

Business Facilities Editor in Chief Jack Rogers noted that China’s status as the alternative energy leader may not last long, because Chinese dumping of underpriced photovoltaic panels has been successfully challenged by the United States in the World Trade Organization and negotiations are underway to eliminate the PRC’s subsidies.

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United States New York Green Negotiation 49

Levelset

APRIL 15, 2022

It gives the assignee authority to file and negotiate a claim directly with the insurance company, without involvement from the property owner. The contractor, now the assignee, negotiates the claim directly with the insurance company. You may even get green-lighted to order materials and get started. Setting up an AOB.

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Insurance Contractors Lien Claims 52

The Korte Company

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

Easy access to transit is non-negotiable. The Korte Company prides itself as a green construction company with many LEED-certified projects under our belt. Aside from the environmental and potential cost saving benefits of adopting green construction principles, building sustainably builds good will with customers and the public.

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Plans Infrastructure Railroad St. Louis 75

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

AUGUST 21, 2013

This doomsday language about worst-case scenarios probably will be expunged from the final 2013 report when it is released in Stockholm in September after some intense closed-door negotiations between the courageous IPCC members. The report will not tell us it’s too late to stop this looming catastrophe. Far West U.S. Great Lakes U.S. -

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

AUGUST 5, 2013

1000 pound thrust; and Investments into new local capabilities including design, fabrication, and remote hot fire test capabilities for “Green” propulsion systems. 1000 pound thrust; and Investments into new local capabilities including design, fabrication, and remote hot fire test capabilities for “Green” propulsion systems.

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Metro Memphis Louisiana Mobility 110

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

AUGUST 5, 2013

The first was not unexpected, although China’s lead in developing alternative energy is expected to shrink as its ability to spur solar panel production is eliminated by trade negotiators enforcing a WTO decision citing China for subsidizing its industry. So, without further ado, here is Business Facilities’ 2013 Rankings Report.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JULY 30, 2013

Automotive Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) production increases and the prospect of further establishment of new OEM facilities in already supplier rich geographic corridors are expected to drive significant expansions and green field locations for OEM suppliers. Great Lakes U.S.

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Taylor has worked with major corporate clients, providing location expertise and incentives negotiation services. She is an accredited LEED® Green Associate. Amanda Taylor is a Senior Consultant and the Director of Research at McCallum Sweeney Consulting. With more than 11 years in economic development and site selection, Ms.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

” The Illinois Legislature is currently negotiating with oil and gas interests, business organizations and environmental groups to create regulatory guidelines for future hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling in Illinois. “Illinois is in a great position to participate in this dynamic energy renaissance.”

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Illinois North Dakota Products Arkansas 80

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 19, 2022

Aside from ignoring business basics of maintaining a P&L in the green, customer relationships will suffer as potential resentment and resistance to change sets in. . Negotiate better contract terms. It’s important to take the time to negotiate the best contract terms possible. This is a trap contractors often fall into.

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Construction Lawyer

MAY 13, 2009

Here is a quote: Lenders should review the owner-architect agreement and construction contract to make sure the responsibilities in planning and constructing the green building are clearly detailed. They will also want to make sure that there are penalties to the appropriate parties for failure to deliver the required green building.

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Risk Design Illinois AIA 40

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

MARCH 11, 2016

TEPCO has been developing robots that can “swim” underwater and negotiate obstacles in damaged tunnels and piping. But company officials confirmed that these robots are dying faster than they can build them: as soon as the robots get close to the reactors, radiation destroys their wiring and renders them useless.

Electrical 40

Electrical Site Plans Negotiation 40

CivilJungle

APRIL 11, 2023

A Green Future According to feng shui, the color green represents the wood element, which is synonymous with fresh starts and expansion. Painting your door green could be a good way to attract growth-promoting chances. For example, a green front door contrasts perfectly with a red brick home.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

DECEMBER 28, 2015

Together, the utilities participate in business negotiations from the start to determine how the utility can “sweeten the deal” when needed. Hoosier Energy also offers rebates to help businesses fund energy-saving “green” upgrades. They recently helped Merkley Meats in Jasper County replace their light bulbs with “green” LEDs.

Indiana 40

Indiana Plans Columbus Louisville 40

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

DECEMBER 26, 2013

Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Daily News Energy (Renewable/Alternative/Green) Featured Post Online Features Renewable Energy U.S. - 10 million for economic development in Windham County, payable $2 million per year for 5 years. $5

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Pro Builder

APRIL 7, 2021

Secret Life • Graced with a green thumb, which she uses on her 500- square-foot produce garden. . . . Education • Green Building Certificate, Colorado State University. Extracurricular • Sponsor, Colorado Green Building Guild, and AIA Colorado’s Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program for young architects.

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Industrial El Paso Education Cleveland 98

Construction Law Monitor

MAY 1, 2014

Its almost like the attorney feels like he has the green light to do all the work possible to collect on the claim. It is a powerful negotiation tool. The reason why so many projects have change orders or change directives, is due to poorly written scope of work contract terms. Attorney Fee Contract Terms.

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Contract Louisiana Change Orders United States 56

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 27, 2017

Collective Bargaining: One or more unions meeting with representatives from an organization to negotiate labor contracts. Under COBRA, coverage may continue for the following cases: termination of employment, change in working hours, change in dependent status or age limitation, separation, divorce or death.

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Employment Compensation Insurance Discrimination 247

The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Green features such as electric car charging stations, a bike rack and daylighting (no more windowless offices for Jeff and Jim) were added, too. Glik’s was still in negotiations with Scott Credit Union when the COVID hit. Office layouts became more open to reflect the realities of a COVID-19 workspace.

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Retail Illinois St. Louis Office 98

Construction Test

MAY 6, 2020

To see the historical buildings, the landscapes, negotiate the different currencies and languages, whilst constantly crossing European borders, provided constant stimulation to all of the senses, and soon became addictive. I’ve found myself re-reading Somerset Maugham and Graham Greene. Greene does heat, too.

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Travel US Green Banking 26

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

APRIL 8, 2014

Geothermal energy—tapping into the heat of the earth—is a particularly attractive green energy source because it works all the time, unlike wind and solar power, and is therefore suitable for base load power like fossil fuel power plants. Minnesota also is in the process of negotiating contracts with grantees for its NextGen Energy program.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

FEBRUARY 28, 2013

But perhaps most enticing is Sacramento’s commitment to becoming a green city; currently boasting the second largest number of buildings in the U.S. SMUD is a major force in helping Sacramento develop into a leading clean tech/green tech industry center. that are LEED-certified (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design).

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California Sacramento Zoning Los Angeles 47

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 19, 2017

billion, or 31%, from the 2017 level of funding, little attention has been paid to specific priorities including the resultant opportunities for green building. This brief blog post cannot comprehensively address the EPA budget, so instead it will highlight some of the opportunities that exist for green building. More than 1.6

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