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In a tectonic shift in government policy, the Department of Defense will now permit the use of both the Green Building Initiatives’ Green Globes and U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED for third party green building certification. On October 25, 2013, the U.S.
President Obama signed the National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal 2014 in Honolulu last Thursday and while most observers noted that the bill cracks down on sexual assaults in the military and eases restrictions on transferring detainees from Guantanamo Bay, the bill also is a huge win for the U.S. So, it is very good news for the U.S.
In an environment of green building standards, rating systems, and codes, it is the republishing of ASHRAE Standard 189.1 When many consider green building they do so in terms of rating systems like LEED or Green Globes and codes like the IgCC or CalGreen. In addition, it will now reference the 2013 versions of Standards 62.1
It is surprising to many in the environmental industrial complex that there has been relatively little litigation arising out of green building. There have been only a very modest number of cases commenced in courts across the country involving construction of green buildings. Even the Green Business Certification Inc.
Green Building Standard was published and became available for use. is an alternative compliance option of the International Green Construction Code. 2013, Energy Standard for Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings, including revised building envelope provisions. Last week the 2014 version of the ASHRAE 189.1
From the July/August 2013 issue . The Lone Star State, our 2013 State of the Year, continued to show dominance across several of our flagship rankings categories, something you would expect from the nation’s most dynamic state economy. So, without further ado, here is Business Facilities’ 2013 Rankings Report.
From the July/August 2013 issue . LED Economic Development Secretary Stephen Moret terms the arrangement “a comprehensive talent pipeline solution” (see Snapshots interview with Dr. Moret, also from the July/August 2013 issue). By Business Facilities Staff. With its proximity to the center of the U.S.
The post Ed McCallum, 1953 – 2013 appeared first on Business Facilities. Memorials may be made to Hope Lodge, Charleston, SC, 843-958-0930; American Cancer Society or Spartanburg Regional Hospice (both available online). Far West U.S. Great Lakes U.S. - Mid Atlantic U.S. - New England U.S. Plains U.S. Rocky Mountains U.S. Southeast U.S.
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. Major Holdings, LLC , held a party could not assert a CERCLA defense because its Phase l report did not comply with the EPA rule.
Where do we go from here, and what implications are there for the Green Industry? Automatic cuts to discretionary spending in 2013. Once the Defense budget is hammered, a lot of the savings will have to come from domestic programs such as agriculture and environmental protection. (Whatchoo talkin bout, Wartgow?!).
while still participating in the NIBS Building Innovation 2013 Conference. Yet, these and other critical aspects such as defensible, accurate, and transparent cost estimating and standardized construction cost data architures are not in the forefront of current thinking or associated allocation of scare resources.
while still participating in the NIBS Building Innovation 2013 Conference. Yet, these and other critical aspects such as defensible, accurate, and transparent cost estimating and standardized construction cost data architures are not in the forefront of current thinking or associated allocation of scare resources.
This is a very unscientific consideration of all the non-confidential projects in the United States that achieved certification during the week of October 1 through October 7, 2013. 22 of the 45 projects are owned by government and 10 of those are associated with the Department of Defense. And the 2 nd most achieved credit was IEQc4.4
The Texas Legislature created the TEF in 2003 and re-appropriated funding in 2005, 2007, 2009, 2011 and 2013 to help ensure the growth of Texas businesses and create more jobs throughout the state. The company extended its lease in Greenway Plaza in March of 2013. billion in goods in 2013. exporting state for 12 years in a row.
Aerospace And Defense Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Daily News Energy (Renewable/Alternative/Green) Featured Post Online Features Texas U.S. Southwest Blog-aug-2013 Chemical manufacturing Ellis County Magnablend Superconducting Super Collider Waxahachie'
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In the wake of 2012’s unparalleled extreme weather events, a green infrastructure financing guide was released by the NatLab consortium—a collaboration between the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and The Nature Conservancy, and sustainable asset management firm EKO Asset Management Partners. Posted by Heidi Schwartz.
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During this presentation, Kim Magraw (US Department of Interior), Bridget Deemer (Washington State University), John Hall (US Department of Defense), and Ann Kosmal (General Services Administration) will provide the latest update on the preliminary results on research and information needs identified in the FY 2013 Agency Adaptation Plans.
Investments into new local capabilities including design, fabrication, and remote hot fire test capabilities for “Green” propulsion systems. Aerospace And Defense Alabama Archives Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Daily News Online Features U.S. 1000 pound thrust; and. 1000 pound thrust; and.
From the July/August 2013 issue. Moon Express already has successfully met several milestones, including successfully test firing a “green” 400 pound demo rocket engine, demonstrating the new test facility checkout, as well as testing engine performance, deep throttling and efficiency. By Jonathan Sanders. Alabama Gov.
From the May/June 2013 issue. Arkansas encourages sustainability through green neighborhoods. Aerospace And Defense Archives Arkansas Articles By Industry Articles By Location Articles By Topic Business Report Featured Post Magazine Research And Development U.S. By Ed Felton. Arkansas Gov. Mike Beebe. Mike Beebe.
Day(s)/Date(s): January 7-11, 2013. Monday, January 7, 2013. Tuesday, January 8, 2013. of BIM (2009) and Green BIM (2010). Efficient construction delivery methods (IPD – integrated project delivery, JOC – job order contracting), cloud computing, and BIM are all integral components. Committee Meetings.
Testimony by Dr. Dorothy Robyn Deputy Under Secretary of Defense (Installations and Environment) before the House Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies on March 7, 2012 to present the President’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2013 budget request for the Department of Defense programs to support installations, (..)
In the wake of Superstorm Sandy and 2012’s unparalleled extreme weather events, a new green infrastructure financing guide was released by the NatLab consortium—a collaboration between the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), The Nature Conservancy , and sustainable asset management firm EKO Asset Management Partners.
Day(s)/Date(s): January 7-11, 2013. Monday, January 7, 2013. Tuesday, January 8, 2013. of BIM (2009) and Green BIM (2010). Efficient construction delivery methods (IPD – integrated project delivery, JOC – job order contracting), cloud computing, and BIM are all integral components. Committee Meetings.
automotive production, with more than 900,000 vehicles produced in 2013. which convinced Subaru of Indiana Automotive (SIA) to invest $400 million to build the Subaru Impreza at its Lafayette facility—garnered an Honorable Mention Award in BF’s 2013 Economic Development Deal of the Year competition. billion over the next 10 years.
PLANNING FOR A GREEN ENERGY FUTURE. While Oklahoma has traditionally been among the national leaders in the production of oil and natural gas, the Sooner State proactively is preparing for a green-energy future. Fallin told BF her administration is dedicated to fully realizing Oklahoma’s renewable energy resource potential.
From the May/June 2013 issue. Green Building Council. LEED (leadership in energy and environmental design) is a system for rating construction projects’ green design and construction practices. Education & Research, Energy & Sustainability, Aerospace & Defense. By Jonathan Sanders.
From the July/August 2013 issue. Washington has long been a leader in aerospace/defense manufacturing, but the state now is getting competition from right-to-work states like South Carolina, which snared Boeing’s 787 assembly facility. GREEN ENERGY IS GROWING IN WA. Puget Sound Gateway Project Event at the Port of Tacoma.
From the September/October 2013 issue. Rick Perry of Texas for the September/October 2013 issue of Business Facilities , we assumed our encounter would be similar to the informal yet highly informative session we had with him in May at the State Capital in Austin. 3 in Aerospace/Defense Industry Leaders, no. By Jack Rogers.
Before you yawn, here’s the big news: the 2013 report also is said to reveal the “oh, by the way” that was left out of previous IPCC reports–if the current rate of warming continues, the polar ice caps will disappear and the oceans will rise by about three feet by the end of this century. Far West U.S. Great Lakes U.S. - Plains U.S.
From the May/June 2013 issue. In January of 2013, the Oconee County Economic Development Commission released its new five-year strategic plan for economic development. Southeast AT&T BF-May/June-2013 Boeing Carolinas Gateway Partnership ElectriCities General machine Cape Fear Arsenal Herbalife Job Development Investment Grant.
From the January/February 2013 issue. By Business Facilities Staff. It’s usually a tough task when we get down to parsing the particulars in making our annual determination of which state deserves to wear the crown as our State of the Year. Well, the 2012 selection for our most prestigious honor made the job easy for us.
Ontario’s estimated 2013 electricity production mix is 59 percent nuclear, 28 percent renewables, 11 percent natural gas, and 2 percent coal. The Green Button Initiative will give consumers access to their energy data and the ability to connect to mobile and web-based applications so they can analyze and manage their energy use.
From the March/April 2013 issue. Targeted Industries: IT & Computer Tech, Energy, Petroleum Refining & Chemical Products, Advanced Tech & Manufacturing, Aerospace & Defense. New restaurants included Ruggles Green, Guru Burgers & Crepes and BLU. By Jenny Vickers. GDP (All Industry 2011): $1.3 They think big.
From the May/June 2013 issue . The I-69 Corridor serves industry clusters including automotive, defense, aerospace, medical devices and green technology. The port of Singapore is one of the five busiest ports in the world, most notable for being the busiest transshipment port in Asia. Photo: Bon.lt.com.). Great Lakes U.S.
From the January/February 2013 issue. But perhaps most enticing is Sacramento’s commitment to becoming a green city; currently boasting the second largest number of buildings in the U.S. SMUD is a major force in helping Sacramento develop into a leading clean tech/green tech industry center. BARSTOW: ONWARD AND UPWARD IN 2013.
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defense contracts. Construction is expected to begin in the first quarter of 2013, and completion of construction of the first manufacturing buildings is planned for 2015. The company will continue to maintain a presence at their Norwood location until their final lease ends in 2013. of new office space by 2014.
The sites include the Greene and Sumter Renewal Community, made up of both counties, the Mobile Renewal Community, which includes Prichard and a section of east Mobile, and the Southern Alabama Renewal Community, which includes Wilcox County and parts of Butler, Conecuh, Dallas, Hale, Lowndes, Marengo, Monroe and Perry Counties.
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