Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 30, 2013

In an all-out brawl within the environmental industrial complex, last week the American Society of Landscape Architects filed a lawsuit over the ownership of the trademark for the Sustainable Sites Initiative (SITES) against the Lady Bird Johnson Wildlife Center at the University of Texas.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

2024 promises to be a transformative year for public companies when it comes to reporting on strides made toward greater environmental sustainability.[ Companies doing the right thing to avoid emissions can and should get credit for good work beyond corporate sustainability reports tacked onto annual financial filings. Concrete.ai.

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Lets Build

JULY 1, 2022

3D-printed buildings have been popping up more frequently over the last few years, but are they a gimmick, or could they be the future of sustainable construction ? Let’s discuss the benefits and challenges of 3D-printed buildings and whether or not they’re the answer to the problem of sustainable construction. They’re efficient.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 20, 2022

In most cases, the contractor, subcontractor, or site owner will be held responsible. If the construction company fails to keep the site safe, they could face liability. Any falling object, material, or tool can be fatal, especially on construction sites. How Accidents Happen Due To Falling Debris.

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BD+C

MARCH 25, 2019

The Center for Sustainable Landscapes (CSL) at the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Pittsburgh, Pa., has recently become the first certified Sustainable SITES Initiative v2 Platinum project in the world.

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BD+C

APRIL 21, 2023

The Role of Engineered Wood in Sustainable Structures 1 kcichowicz Fri, 04/21/2023 - 11:23 Sustainability in construction is becoming more important as society moves towards a more sustainable future. What Makes a Sustainable Structure? Learn about engineered wood’s key role as a green building solution. CEUs available.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

On November 1, ASTM International revised its Phase l Environmental Site Assessment standard. Phase l Environmental Site Assessment Standard E1527-13 sunset eight years from its approval on November 6, 2013 and the new E1527-21 was as of last week published and now available for use, but. 9601) and petroleum products.”.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Sustainable Building by the Numbers. Sustainable building is using energy-efficient and healthier materials and the intelligent integration of design, construction, and operation of each home so it delivers benefits like healthier living, less maintenance, and durability not just for the next 15 years, but for decades to come. .

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Each year, the mainstream definition of “sustainable design” continues to broaden its reach. The emphasis has expanded far beyond energy, water and site into public health, social equity, wellness and transparency– underscoring how our effect on the environment is inextricably linked with its effects on us.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

So, the core goal of most industrial coatings is sustainability. All of these sustainability requirements have restricted the use of solvent-borne products, forcing the industry to come up with inventive, low-emitting coating systems. The post Coating for sustainability appeared first on Construction Specifier.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 25, 2020

has released pilot credits for the SITES and TRUE sustainability rating systems. In a response to COVID-19, the Green Business Certification Inc.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 26, 2023

A cyclist was involved in a fatal collision with a construction lorry outside a Keltbray site in central London on Wednesday morning. Construction work on the site has been suspended until further notice while investigations into the accident continue. ”

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 26, 2016

SITES is a sustainable landscape rating system. SITES is modeled after the LEED green building rating system. And while it is a standalone tool for measuring landscape sustainability, in June 2015, Green Business Certification Inc., SITES v2 provides four certification levels.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The next phase of sustainability in luxury hotels 0 qpurcell Fri, 09/15/2023 - 11:42 Hotel Facilities The luxury hotel market has seen an increase in green-minded guests looking for opportunities to support businesses that are conscientious of the environment. And consumers are happy to spend more money on those brands.

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Business Facilities

MAY 17, 2021

The Bluegrass State is preparing for statewide growth with site upgrades and new partnerships. Read: Kentucky: Investing In Sustainable Growth at BusinessFacilities.com.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 26, 2016

SITES is a sustainable landscape rating system. SITES is modeled after the LEED green building rating system. And while it is a standalone tool for measuring landscape sustainability, in June 2015, Green Business Certification Inc., SITES v2 provides four certification levels.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Recently, the focus on sustainable living has increased. Sustainable living refers to incorporating environmentally friendly policies. Construction and building are significant areas where we need to introduce sustainable practices. Sustainable practices, such as energy-efficient windows, also save money in the long run.

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Construction Business Owner

JUNE 17, 2016

In the Chugach Mountains, about 1,310 feet above the city of Valdez, Alaska, excavators are hard at work on a hydroelectric site that will help deliver sustainable solutions for the area.

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Pro Builder

MAY 12, 2021

How the Pandemic Will Shape the Future of Off-Site Residential Construction. Is off-site construction the answer to building homes faster and more affordably and easing current supply and labor issues? 3 Reasons Why We Need More Off-Site Construction. 3 Reasons Why We Need More Off-Site Construction.

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GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 28, 2019

Sustainable construction products and technologies. SUSTAINABLE CONCRETE | SUSTAINABLE CEMENT | SUSTAINABLE BUILDING ENVELOPE. SUSTAINABLE CONCRETE. Concrete admixtures can also optimize the production process for sustainability. Phillip.fry@gc…. Thu, 11/28/2019 - 11:43. GCP Applied Technologies.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 23, 2022

Unidentified employee died from injuries sustained while removing large piping at the San Jose plant construction site on June 14.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 3, 2022

The Great Convergence, Part 2: Off-Site Construction Drivers and Enablers. A closer look at what’s propelling the adoption of off-site construction methods in home building. Is Off-Site Construction a Real Solution to the Housing Industry's Challenges? Your Road Map to Off-Site Construction and Modular Homes. Scott Sedam.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 30, 2022

However, as much of the nation’s industry is heavily reliant on fossil fuels, moving to greener, more sustainable alternatives is likely to be a challenge. The post The first step to sustainable transportation appeared first on Digital Builder. For some sectors, the transition is well underway. The transport transition.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 19, 2023

There are many benefits to reducing energy on construction sites. Construction companies that use less energy also reduce their business’s carbon footprint and create sustainability throughout the business’s practices. This article unveils ten powerful strategies to revolutionize energy efficiency on construction sites.

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BD+C

JUNE 5, 2023

Implementing an ‘asset drawdown strategy’ for site decarbonization Solidifying a decarbonization plan via an “asset drawdown strategy” that carefully considers both capital and operating costs represents a game-changing opportunity for existing properties to compete with new projects.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 9, 2021

Off-Site Versus On-Site Construction. Advocates for factory-built homes and traditional on-site builder True Homes present their cases for why their respective approaches are best for driving out production inefficiencies and sustaining profitability. . . Off-Site Construction. cbroderick. Construction.

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Business Facilities

JUNE 4, 2021

Designed for thriving commerce and sustainability. Read: Your Site Is Ready To Build In South Carolina at BusinessFacilities.com. Camp Hall is a Next Generation Commerce Park set in the bustling southeast region minutes from Charleston, South Carolina.

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The Constructor

DECEMBER 30, 2012

Site and Landscaping for Green Building: The purpose of sustainable site planning is to integrate design and construction strategies by modifying.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

The requirements of site for buildings with different occupancies are different. So all the buildings proposed for different purposes have different requirements and thus different considerations for their site selection. The site should be in fully developed area or in the area which has potential of development.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Companies like Price Buildings provide the pre-made parts or structures the construction team assembles on-site. Faster Construction Times The pre-made components, like those in Quonset building kits , allow for rapid assembly on-site, cutting down construction time. Maybe long-term sustainability and maintenance costs are your focus.

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ENR Construction

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Houston-based branch of Shia Islam is developing a 150,000-sq-ft complex that is targeting a LEED Gold sustainability rating.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 10, 2023

One of the things that often comes up when discussing the future of construction is sustainability. This is, after all, the only planet we can live in (that we know of), so promoting sustainability will serve us — and future generations. This post rounds up some notable examples of sustainable construction materials.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

This fall, Penn State University could start site planning for the first commercial building at its Sustainability Experience Center, a 9.5-acre which features technologies and facilities designed to support sustainability education. acre destination near famed Beaver Stadium in State College, Pa.,

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Business Facilities

OCTOBER 4, 2016

If you’re considering building a new facility for your company’s relocation or expansion project, the option of sustainable or “green” building has probably been a topic of discussion. Structure Tone’s sustainability team plans to conduct the survey on an annual basis. Resiliency is a growing concern.

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GCP Applied Technologies

JANUARY 31, 2019

Admixtures and sustainability. Cement additives and concrete admixtures are construction chemicals that reliably improve the sustainability of a broad range of cement-based systems. Another way that water reducers can be employed to increase sustainability is by using less cement content or more SCMs in the concrete. .

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 17, 2023

FACILITIES PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE COST CONTROL and managing associated outcomes are critical aspects to lifecycle total cost of ownership asset management and associate FSRM ( Facilities Sustainment, and Restoration and Modernization) Locally Researched and Current Preventive Maintenance Cost Database – Exclusively available from 4BT!

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The Constructor

SEPTEMBER 27, 2016

Building construction in hilly region requires comprehensive planning, site selection and design for slopes and sustainable concrete construction.

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