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5 Green Construction Practices that are becoming Standard Commercial Construction Procedures

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That said, commercial construction clients concerned about the environmental impact of a construction project should know a construction firm does not have to hold special credentials or even pursue project certification in order to implement a variety of sustainable commercial construction techniques.

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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. What characteristics of the property and its environment can be leveraged to make the building more sustainable? Sustainable return on investment.

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Water on the Brain

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

The last time we visited this subject in the BF Blog, New York’s governor was mulling a decision of critical importance to the sustainability of the NYCWS. Meanwhile, NYC water and sewer rates continued to rise to unprecedented levels, with annual increases averaging eight percent. Mayor Bloomberg spent more on Tunnel No.

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How to plan your warehouse layout

The Korte Company

Modular racking systems present owners with choices. Multimodal facilities present added dimensions that designers must consider. Sustainability and warehouse layout. More and more businesses recognize the importance of sustainability in their facilities. Where does sustainability fit in? Let’s go a step further.

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Water Conservation in a Green Home

Green Home Design Architect

Building a new home presents a unique opportunity to reduce energy consumption which, in turn, can save water. 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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False Advertising Claims over Net Zero and LEED Certified Homes

Green Building Law Update

The application to the Sacramento City Council in 2010 for 34 sewer connection fee credits by Pacific Housing, Inc. which request was granted) included as its justification, “the project will bring 34, anticipated LEED Platinum rating, infill housing units to the Midtown neighborhood creating a sustainable and livable community.”.

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Nitrogen Diet Reduces Arizona County's Drinking Water Threat.

ENR Construction

Sustainability. Two of the systems plants—the facilities at Roger Road and Ina Road—discharge directly into the Santa Cruz River and thus presented a potential threat to health. Search our site: Infrastructure. Transportation. Environment. Power & Industrial. Water & Dams. Rebuilding Japan. Gulf Oil Spill. -->.

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