Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

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. " To support the project, the developer applied for a $2 billion Green Bonds program that Congress passed in 2004.

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 9, 2014

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. ASHRAE Codes and Regulations Globes Green IGCC LEED building'

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 17, 2012

As I thought about the green building policy mess of 2012, I couldn't help but draw comparisons to Game of Thrones. This was supposed to be the year of the USGBC's new green building rating system, LEED 2012. The USGBC long ago selected FSC wood as the anointed certification for wood products. Then the USGBC shifted its tactics.

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Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 28, 2012

Back in December 2011, GBLU reported on legislation that banned the Department of Defense from pursuing LEED Gold or Platinum certification. After giving a green building legal presentation at the American Society of Military Engineers in Fort Leonard Wood last month, I had a chance to talk to contractors about the LEED ban.

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Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 26, 2017

Development of the 2018 version of the National Green Building Standard (NGBS) is now underway. Participating in this development process is hugely significant because as of this date there are 98,120 NGBS Green Certified Homes! The 2018 version of the NGBS will be the fourth iteration of this national residential standard.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 5, 2017

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.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 14, 2013

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. With 7 projects, California had the most LEED certifications, followed by Michigan with 3 projects. And the 2 nd most achieved credit was IEQc4.4

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 5, 2011

One of the great parts about Green Building Law Update is interacting with astute readers. One recent comment has forced me to rethink the proposed Department of Defense Reauthorization Bill ban on LEED certification. LEED Gold or Platinum certification.', The government should not be investing in green buildings, period.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 23, 2014

Green Building Standard was published and became available for use. is an alternative compliance option of the International Green Construction Code. Water : More stringent water use requirements are included for toilets, clothes washers, dishwashers and green roofs. Kaplow LEED Stuart Kaplow green building green building law'

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 21, 2018

The Green Business Certification Inc.’s offers the most comprehensive certification available anywhere for environmentally and socially resilient design. addresses the issue differently, when it prescribes, “building on green field sites below the 500 year floodplain is not permitted.”. The launch of RELi 2.0

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Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

Given that the Federal Government is, by far, the largest owner of buildings in North America, and is also the owner or more green buildings and more LEED certified buildings than anyone else, this is significant. Green Building Council’s LEED 2009. GSA completed a supplemental review of the U.S. changes looming.”

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 21, 2018

The Green Business Certification Inc.’s offers the most comprehensive certification available anywhere for environmentally and socially resilient design. addresses the issue differently, when it prescribes, “building on green field sites below the 500 year floodplain is not permitted.”. The launch of RELi 2.0

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Construction Equipment

SEPTEMBER 5, 2013

The 49 th Logistics Readiness Squadron Holloman Air Force Base (49 LRS) is the first Department of Defense fleet to be recognized as a Gold-certified Green Fleet by AEMP.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 9, 2016

Green Building Council’s Greenbuild 2016 convention in Los Angeles last week with more than 600 exhibiters from the green building industrial complex showcasing innovations and new products on the expo floor. The zero waste principles will be aligned with GBCI’s certifications and arc. Nearly 20,000 people attended the U.S.

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 2, 2015

Georgia General Assembly House Bill 255 is proof that the “wood wars” surrounding the LEED green building rating system continue to be waged. That said, the specific bill is Much Ado About Nothing. That Executive Order, having the import of not permitting use of LEED on Georgia state funded building, remains in place in Georgia.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 18, 2013

The Green Globes certification program from the Green Building Initiative can be used for the renovation and construction of Department of Defense facilities following agency endorsement. It is unknown whether Green Globes or the LEED standard will be used more often. read more.

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Building Information Management

MARCH 12, 2013

The incremental costs to design and construct high-performance or green buildings typically range from zero to eight percent higher (0 to 8%) than the costs to design and construct conventional buildings. 2011, and the LEED or Green Globes green building certification systems. . 2010, ASHRAE Standard 189.1-2011,

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 17, 2019

offers the most comprehensive certification available anywhere for environmentally and socially resilient design. is similar to LEED in format with certification by GBCI based on a point system. Optional credits have point values, allowing projects to seek credits and certification levels that fit their needs.

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Green Building Law Blog

JANUARY 20, 2012

In April 2010, the Department of Defense (“DOD”) issued a memorandum (“memo”) that altered the structure of the defense budgeting cycle, beginning with fiscal year (“FY”) 2012 budget.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 2, 2018

The new Standard will provide third party benchmarks that all companies, including those in the green buildinethical laborg industrial complex can rely upon when complying with the California law and when simply striving to do the right thing. Green building has never emphasized the social equity component of the triple bottom line.

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Green Building Law Blog

JANUARY 4, 2012

Many people, including me , have noted that the National Defense Authorization Act (“NDAA”), signed into law by President Obama on December 31, 2011, prohibits the Department of Defense (“DoD”) from using any appropriated funds to achieve the two highest levels of green building certification offered by the U.S.

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BD+C

APRIL 10, 2013

The Department of Defense should continue to require that its new buildings or major renovations to facilities be designed to achieve a LEED-Silver or equivalent rating, says a new report from the National Research Council. Standards Codes and Standards'

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Business Facilities

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

million to the University of Maryland to create a green energy research center. The goal of the Green Energy Institute—a collaboration between the University of Maryland Energy Research Center (UMERC) at the A. The new green energy research facility is the centerpiece of Gov. By the BF Staff. A highly skilled workforce.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 12, 2021

Done correctly our work for a client is also a defense of capitalism by limiting the need for future government regulation. Today, we are particularly cognizant of the fast evolving and changing dynamic between legal and technological factors that drive companies’ decision making processes.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 22, 2021

As an option, we can further assist them with an independent third party certification to mitigate any risk in showcasing their ethical sourcing credentials. There is no morally defensible reason for not doing everything in our power to end modern slavery and human trafficking. Additionally, it is suggested in the U.S.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

AUGUST 1, 2013

Arkansas ranks ninth on the list of top states achieving LEED certification (per capita) for its facilities. The Clinton School of Public Service registered to achieve LEED-EB certification. Arkansas encourages sustainability through green neighborhoods. ARKANSAS LEEDS THE WAY.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

OCTOBER 1, 2013

The Aerospace/Defense industry reported its third consecutive year of record revenue and profit last year. The uptick came on the strength of a surging commercial aviation market that more than offset a soft defense performance. For 2012, the top 100 Aero/Defense companies reported a record-setting $695 billion in revenue and $59.8

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Is the goal to achieve certification from a green building rating system? • Support of the Green Building Initiative. • FloorScore certification for indoor environmental quality. . FloorScore certification for indoor environmental quality. The primary ingredient is limestone, with vinyl and color pigments added.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

JUNE 29, 2016

The number of STEM degrees and certificates conferred at state system colleges and universities reach a record high in the last academic year with more than 6,000 students receiving degrees and certificates in STEM disciplines, a 28-percent increase over the last five years.”. PLANNING FOR A GREEN ENERGY FUTURE. programs.

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 26, 2012

In preparation for potential challenges, the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation has created a task force to defend Snyder’s action. Michigan is the 24th state to approve legislation of this sort. Similar bills have been introduced in 12 other states.

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Business Facilities

AUGUST 1, 2014

Herbert’s economic development effort has been built around six strategically targeted growth clusters, including aerospace/defense, life sciences, IT/software, energy, finance and outdoor products/recreation. The Salt Lake City area is a leading hub for advanced aerospace manufacturing and composites fabrication. Herbert told us. Plains U.S.

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The Korte Company

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

As with almost every Department of Defense project we complete, green construction methods were applied. Gateway Inn & Suites is expected to achieve LEED Silver certification according to USGBC requirements. It will also house most of the base’s lodging administrative staff. The Four Seasons at Vail – Vail, Colorado.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

AUGUST 29, 2013

Green Building Council. LEED (leadership in energy and environmental design) is a system for rating construction projects’ green design and construction practices. The new data center will seek LEED Gold certification, and is scheduled to complete construction in late 2014. Old Dominion Plans Generator in Cecil County.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

3 in Aerospace/Defense Industry Leaders, no. We’ve brought industries together with our technical and community colleges to create a state model that will enable students to attain specific certifications in high-demand industries,” Perry says. Texas repeated as our top-ranked state for Best Business Climate; it also snared no.

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Work Gearz

JUNE 5, 2021

Our top choice is Decibel Defense Professional Safety Earmuffs because of their NRR of 37dB, and the comfort they offer for long hot days spent in the company of sun and sound. Decibel Defense 37dB Adjustable Padded cell design Foldable, compact, many colors options. Decibel Defense Professional Safety Earmuffs. Certification.

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Work Gearz

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Many construction sites for bridges and roads will put you smack in the middle of traffic and even high-speed traffic, so visibility is your first line of defense. Neon Colors like bright yellow, orange, and green are commonly used for this purpose. An example is sidewalk repair. These vests may feature short sleeves.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 17, 2023

As such, Gardner’s team collaborated with Two Trails, a national green-building consultancy, to achieve impressive levels of energy, water, and other resource efficiencies to reduce the home’s carbon footprint. The home also earned Emerald certification from the National Green Building Standard, and Platinum status from the U.S.

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