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Green Roofs and Living Walls: An Overview of Benefits and Installation

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Green roofs and living walls are two of the latest sustainable design and architecture trends. The advantages of green roofs and living walls are manifold, from reducing energy bills to […] The post Green Roofs and Living Walls: An Overview of Benefits and Installation appeared first on The Constructor.

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5 Green Construction Practices that are becoming Standard Commercial Construction Procedures

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Anyone in the commercial construction industry knows there are a variety of certifications and designations that individuals, companies and projects can achieve to show they follow a high level of green commercial construction practices. are standard green procedures for ground-up construction projects. Here are a five examples: 1.

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Vertical Gardens: Living Walls Transforming City Landscapes

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Vertical gardens, also known as living walls or green facades, are innovative architectural features that integrate vegetation into building surfaces. These systems transform ordinary walls into thriving ecosystems that enhance urban environments while providing significant environmental benefits.

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The Business Benefits of Green Construction

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Green construction isn’t new anymore. These certifications highlight the growing demand from building owners to go green, but also the interest of municipalities and industry associations in encouraging this type of building. Economic Benefits of Green Building. The Role of Contractors in Green Construction.

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Greenbuild – The Target Rich Environment for Green People

Green Building Law Update

I am often asked, “how can I expand my green building business?” But Greenbuild has been a prime source of new clients for my sustainability and green building law practice (. Greenbuild 2018 in Chicago will be “the” target rich environment for green people this year. LEED is still where it is at in green building.

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Attend Greenbuild – The Best Way To Grow Your Green Building Business

Green Building Law Update

I am often asked, “ how can I expand my green building business? ” I do not claim any particular business marketing prowess, but Greenbuild has been the number one source of new clients for my sustainability and green building law practice! Greenbuild 2016 in LA will be “the” target rich environment for green people this year.

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Meet BREEAM, America’s Newest Green Building Certification

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If you work in construction, you’re most likely familiar with LEED certification, the green building standard that many building owners aim to achieve. And now BRE is partnering with HOK, an American architecture, engineering and design firm, to launch a BREEAM standard for new construction in the United States in 2019.