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New BREEAM In Use Version in a Changing World

Green Building Law Update

Last week BRE Global announced that the “BREEAM USA In-Use Version 6 for Commercial and Residential” green building rating system has launched. An update to the BREEAM In-Use online platform, which is used to facilitate the benchmarking and certification process, has also been rolled out with an improved user interface.

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The First BREEAM USA Certification

Green Building Law Update

million square foot shopping mall located in Thousand Oaks, California, owned by Macerich is the first project achieve certification under the new BREEAM In-Use program for existing buildings. based LEED certification consultancy headed by Barry Giles. But currently, the system does not apply to multi family residential buildings.

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Residential Green Building Increasingly Incentivized with Property Tax Credits

Green Building Law Update

Recognizing that while commercial construction is increasing building green, but that green residential construction lags in market share, local governments are increasingly looking to enact voluntary incentives to drive residential green building.

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How Much Does a Construction Worker Make?

Building Radar

Workers who have developed specialized skills or obtained certifications often command higher wages. Additionally, certifications in safety procedures and project management can further increase earning potential. Experience and Skill Level A key factor influencing construction worker salaries is experience.

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Join CMA at the Largest Commercial Construction Event of 2016!

Construction Marketing

An astounding list of speakers, presenters, and sponsors, as well as tens of thousands of attendees ready to kick off the construction year at the largest commercial construction event of the year: World of Concrete 2016. The Largest Commercial Construction Event in 2016! February in Vegas. Everything starts at World of Concrete.

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Mohawk Industries Joins ISNetworld® – Here’s What Contractors Need to Know

Safety Services Company

Based in Calhoun, Georgia, Mohawk Industries is the worlds largest flooring company, producing a wide range of products for residential and commercial use. Insurance Documentation: Submit certificates of insurance (COI) with precise wording and coverage mandated by Mohawk Industries. What Is Mohawk Industries?

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Can the EDGE Green Building System Save the Planet?

Green Building Law Update

EDGE, the acronym for “Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies” is a green building certification system for new residential and commercial buildings in emerging markets and developing countries. And the third component is a third party EDGE certification system geared toward greater marketability. is EDGE?

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