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State Not County has Authority to Regulate Solar Farms

Green Building Law Update

The question before the Maryland Court of Special Appeals was whether existing state law, which grants the Maryland Public Service Commission general regulatory powers over electric generating stations, including a “solar energy generating system,” preempts local zoning regulation regarding the location and construction of such a generating station.

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False Advertising Claims over Net Zero and LEED Certified Homes

Green Building Law Update

Advertising that dates to August 2013 and is still online for “the new 34 unit development of 2500 R Midtown” said, “Home offers 2 master suites, 2 1/2 bathrooms and a 3rd floor loft that is private and perfect for flexible use. Home is a Net Zero LEED certified home that includes solar with electrical storage, smart meter and more.”.

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ASHRAE 189.1 - 2014 Green Building Standard Is Now Available

Green Building Law Update

2013, Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings, including revised building envelope provisions. Requirements for stormwater management are enhanced, and new requirements added for bicycle parking and for preferred parking for low-emission, hybrid and electric vehicles.

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#3 Scaffolds: Understanding Top OSHA Violations of 2013

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The third most cited OSHA violation in 2013 was the construction regulation on scaffolding (1926.451). Check with us every Wednesday for the rest of the year as we understand the Top 10 OSHA Violations for 2013. Electrical, Wiring (1910.305) – November 20. Electrical, General (1910.303) – December 18. Qualified Person.

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#3 Scaffolds: Understanding Top OSHA Violations of 2013

Safety Services Company

The third most cited OSHA violation in 2013 was the construction regulation on scaffolding (1926.451). Check with us every Wednesday for the rest of the year as we understand the Top 10 OSHA Violations for 2013. Electrical, Wiring (1910.305) – November 20. Electrical, General (1910.303) – December 18. Qualified Person.

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Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture: Green Electrical.

Natural Building

Green Guidelines and Certification for your Home. Green Electrical Contracting. million jobs from 2009 to 2013. Much of this activity will be related to electrical work. In the next ten to twenty years, “electrical contractor” will no longer be a suitable job title for electricians. Super-Insulated Houses.

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Consumers Energy Moves To Build Natural Gas Power Plant In Genesee County

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Consumers Energy has taken the next major step for its new natural gas plant in Genesee County, filing for approval of a certificate of necessity with the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC). The company’s customers set an all-time peak demand record in 2012, as electric sales rebound with Michigan’s improving economy.