Green Building Law Update

MARCH 17, 2015

Baltimore City adopted the International Green Construction Code 2012 as an overlay to the City’s building, fire and related codes effective April 1, 2015. Policy making public officials have described that when the triennial code revisions are adopted there will also be changes to the new Green Code.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 16, 2018

Top questions to ask when designing a green roof. We all know the economic and environmental benefits of green roofs , but how do you ensure that your client’s vision of a green roof is realized? Today we had the pleasure of talking with Nick Smith of green roof system specialist Zinco International. Phillip.fry@gc….

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Business Facilities

APRIL 23, 2021

A sequestration feature at Louisiana Green Fuels’ plant at the Port of Columbia means it would remove more carbon from the atmosphere than it generates. Read: Louisiana Green Fuels Plans $700M Renewable Diesel Refinery at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 27, 2018

Triple Five, developer of the $4 billion, 6-million-square-foot retail-entertainment project, won zoning approval from the Miami-Dade Board of County Commissioners.

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Miami Green Zoning Retail 68

Business Facilities

APRIL 22, 2019

Read: Green Development & Sustainability: Letting The Sunshine In at BusinessFacilities.com. As states are racing to be among the leaders powered 100-percent by renewable energy, industrial giants like Samsung are pledging to join them in adopting this gold standard for sustainability at their manufacturing plants.

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Contractor Magazine

AUGUST 6, 2013

THE SINGLE-ZONE LINE OF CASSETTES AND DUCT SYSTEMS are flexible indoor units designed to be paired with a single-zone heat pump to fit a wide range of installations.

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Green Industry Professionals

JUNE 27, 2017

The project brings electric-powered maintenance equipment to the park rather than gas-powered equipment.

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Lets Build

JANUARY 18, 2022

What is zoning. Zoning relates to government regulations that guide what can and cannot be built on any property. For any construction project, you can refer to the local, municipal or city zoning map to determine what zoning classification your construction site belongs to. Why zoning matters to construction.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 9, 2018

Perennial Solar, LLC filed an application for a zoning special exception and variance to construct a solar panel farm in Washington County, Maryland. The Washington County Board of Zoning Appeals granted the relief requested. Perennial Solar, LLC , No.

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Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Buyers are generally willing to spend more green certifications as well, including more than $2,000 upfront for a home certified to an above-code standard for health and wellness — features that have becoming increasingly important in the wake of COVID-19. Green Design. So in turn our homes needs to do a lot more for us.”.

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ENR Construction

APRIL 24, 2017

The $120-million student housing complex will keep certain MEP systems visible as a learning tool

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 17, 2023

Abraham Advancements in hurricane building science, continuous code improvements, and the success of code-approved products have made it possible to design more resilient structures in hurricane zones. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating, but specifically designed for hot-humid climates.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 17, 2023

Abraham Advancements in hurricane building science, continuous code improvements, and the success of code-approved products have made it possible to design more resilient structures in hurricane zones. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating, but specifically designed for hot-humid climates.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 22, 2022

Those living in climate danger zones are migrating to safe haven metros in the Northeast and Midwest. . Safe haven metros are not only located in safe weather zones, but they also have the infrastructure to support a growing population as climate migration becomes increasingly common. . Fri, 04/22/2022 - 10:19.

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North Carolina Metro Zoning Vermont 52

Construction Specifier

APRIL 14, 2022

Green infrastructure builds climate resilience. Green infrastructure mimics a site’s natural hydrological cycle to manage runoff close to its source. Sustainable roof colors—blue or green? Green roofs. An example of the different layers of a green roof. Green roofs are multi-taskers.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 30, 2022

Green infrastructure builds climate resilience. Green infrastructure mimics a site’s natural hydrological cycle to manage runoff close to its source. Sustainable roof colors—blue or green? Green roofs. An example of the different layers of a green roof. Green roofs are multi-taskers.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

A new five-million person city, powered by clean energy and featuring an abundance of green spaces, may become the model for sustainable living. Terraces give each apartment private outdoor space, and are designed to have a landing zone for future drone deliveries. Green Design. cbroderick. Fri, 09/04/2020 - 09:51.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 9, 2023

From aging in place to green infrastructure and zoning laws, the fellows will tackle a number of obstacles impeding affordable and equitable housing development across the nation.

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Contractor Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2014

in demanding Climate Zone 5. Solar Green' Neal Lorenzi. The Zero Home is the first to be built in the U.S. The Zero Home, built in Herriman, a suburb of Salt Lake City, reportedly is the first of its kind priced for average buyers, not the super-rich.

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

million to the University of Maryland to create a green energy research center. The goal of the Green Energy Institute—a collaboration between the University of Maryland Energy Research Center (UMERC) at the A. The new green energy research facility is the centerpiece of Gov. By the BF Staff. We’re REDI to help!

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 30, 2015

This is significant because regulating impervious surface on a property, either by establishing a maximum allowable area or a ratio of impervious surface to the total lot area, is a common zoning performance standard used by local governments in Maryland and elsewhere. The law is not unique to Maryland.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 3, 2023

Bright pops of colour are then highlighted to enliven the spaces and create identities for different zones and year groups. “At Countesswells, we chose neutral colours for the walls and flooring, and grey, white, and grey wood-effect finishes for the fitted furniture to create a calming environment.

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 8, 2017

As you consider what’s “in” and what’s “out” in 2017, within the realm of green building, Passive House is in. It is not controversial to accept that a strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from buildings at low cost, while also improving occupant comfort, is to improve the thermal performance of the building envelope.

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CivilJungle

APRIL 18, 2023

Light gray siding color with black tree zone trim and black watercourse opposite total white sand, pole, and rows. Medium blue color siding with a black tree zone trim and white sand, rows, and poles with blue grooves. Brown metal feature roof with a black tree zone trim. Fresh-Faced Green. Dark Blue Green.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 29, 2012

Green Building. Recently I had a friend fall walking near a construction zone while carrying a case of water to her coffee shop. She tripped over one of the construction sign legs that was sticking out beyond the construction cone and fencing, but she was not walking in the construction zone. Green Building. STRATEGY |.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 8, 2019

The EPA’s map of radon zones shows which areas have the greatest potential for elevated indoor radon readings. Curiously, existing green building certification systems (e.g., LEED, Green Globes, IgCC, etc.), The techniques may also lower levels of other soil gases and decrease moisture problems.

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BD+C

AUGUST 14, 2023

As a result, the security guard, no longer needed for the most part to secure the building from unauthorized visitors nor positioned behind a massive stone reception desk, is now free to meet and interact with lobby users more like an ambassador or even a concierge in a comfortable, inviting lobby zone. 200 West Madison Street, Chicago, Ill.

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Office Zoning Atlanta Renovating 98

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JULY 30, 2013

Houston (Zone 84) and El Paso (Zone 68) also shined in BF ‘s new ranking of top Foreign Trade Zones. Broward County, FL (Zone 25) and El Paso (Zone 68) took top honors in the Top FTZs (Exports) category. Southwest Business Facilities Cities Economic Development Employment rankings'

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 6, 2022

If done correctly, the process will focus on the benefits of program efficiency (avoiding overbuilding), creating functional adjacencies (shared spaces), planning for efficient systems (sustainable and green), and getting the best long-term value as well as setting standards for materials, equipment, and the environment. Do not overbuild.

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Building Information Management

MARCH 12, 2013

The incremental costs to design and construct high-performance or green buildings typically range from zero to eight percent higher (0 to 8%) than the costs to design and construct conventional buildings. 2011, and the LEED or Green Globes green building certification systems. . 2010, ASHRAE Standard 189.1-2011,

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Construction Cost Estimating

JUNE 1, 2012

One Stop Green launches Online Energy Calculator to Allow Users to quantity their Solar, Water, Lighting and Wind Resources. One Stop Green just launches a complete Energy Savings Calculator that can compute prospective solar, water, lighting and wind resources along with yearly energy and monetary savings for any home or business.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 3, 2018

ZNE market adoption/growth across climate zones. Data Driven Green Design. They’ll cover: Important definitions. Business case for ZNE buildings. Technologies most widely used in pursuit of zero energy. Path to ZNE achievement, with examples. Learn more about this presentation here.

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Natural Building

APRIL 12, 2022

Spanning across a 5-meter back wall, this green plant wall can be viewed from the ground floor at eye level and upper levels at a birds-eye view. Plants can be hung just about anywhere, like with this pergola that has been covered in a blanket of green. A trellis can add privacy, structure and become a natural way to zone your garden.

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Business Facilities

JANUARY 29, 2015

Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Energy (Renewable/Alternative/Green) Featured Post International Logistics And Distribution Oil And Gas Online Features Ports And Free Trade Zones The Editor''s Blog Transportation Infrastructure U.S. - Mid Atlantic U.S. Southeast panama canal expansion'

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Business Facilities

MARCH 24, 2015

Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Corporate Headquarters Daily News Energy (Renewable/Alternative/Green) Featured Post Manufacturing Online Features Ports And Free Trade Zones Renewable Energy U.S.

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BD+C

JANUARY 8, 2013

Updating of local zoning and building codes is one of nine low-tech steps that can boost sustainability and storm resiliency, according to this article. Other suggestions include installing more green infrastructure, including green roofs and rain gardens, and construction of city-scaled community gardens to absorb stormwater. ( [link] ).

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Fieldwire

APRIL 18, 2022

Enhancing your construction company’s sustainability practices allows you to create more green jobs. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established green building standards that target construction professionals. The smart system contains sensors that divide buildings into temperature zones.

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