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Could Solyndra Happen To Green Building Policy?

Green Building Law Update

As I started thinking about the broader implications of the Solyndra collapse, I could not help but draw parallels to a similar federally-funded green project that has not panned out as expected: Destiny USA. In February 2011, Rick Moriarty reported that the Destiny USA project would not deliver on its renewable energy promises.

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A Green Building Game of Thrones

Green Building Law Update

As I thought about the green building policy mess of 2012, I couldn't help but draw comparisons to Game of Thrones. In July 2011, it appeared the USGBC was willing to negotiate with SFI. In 2011, Congress passed a Department of Defense Reauthorization bill that effectively banned LEED Gold or Platinum certification.

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Industry Focus: Global Aerospace Production Soars To New Heights

Business Facilities

According to Deloitte’s 2014 Global Aerospace and Defense Outlook , the commercial aerospace sector is expected to experience significant growth this year, driven by continued record-setting production levels at assembly facilities and throughout the aerospace supplier network. Virtually every major defense contractor in the U.S.

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From the Ground Up

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

On July 21, 2011 – ironically the 42 nd anniversary of the first time humans set foot on the moon – the Space Shuttle landed at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida for the last time. Fortunately, the Space Coast area had experience to draw from in managing this conversion.

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Architect not liable when owner deviates from plans

Construction Lawyer

The cases with which he has been involved are varied and wide-ranging and include personal injury, breach of contract, criminal defense, commercial disputes, and consumer fraud. 2d 163 (August 23, 2011), an architect was hired to prepare drawings for permit. Architect not liable when owner deviates from plans.

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Cover Story: 2014 Business Facilities Rankings Report

Business Facilities

Further, the state made progress closing achievement gaps, particularly in the 167 schools identified as Focus Schools based on significant achievement gaps in SY 2011-2012. Utah, BF’s 2011 State of the Year, has perennially occupied the top tier in our flagship state rankings categories in recent years, including Best Business Climate.

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Feature Story: Aiming For The Top In Utah

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Utah, BF ’s 2011 State of the Year , has perennially occupied the top tier in our flagship state rankings categories in recent years, including Best Business Climate and Economic Growth Potential. “Our The results can’t be denied: a 3.9 TARGETED CLUSTERS GET BIGGER. Herbert told us. Herbert says.

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