BD+C

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Suffolk Construction establishes Suffolk Sustainability Group Design veterans Steven Burke and Michael Swenson will lead the new sustainability initiative for Suffolk. Contractors Sustainability Sustainable Design and Construction Suffolk Construction, headquartered in Boston, has established the Suffolk Sustainability Group.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

Just look at how many projects aim to achieve LEED certification or the new BREEAM certification, which we recently discussed here on Viewpoint Surveyor. But the benefits go beyond improving sustainability. If an owner wants to achieve LEED certification, the building will need specific materials and features.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

Architects Energy-Efficient Design Sustainable Design and Construction Building Owner Geothermal Technology Sustainable Development Contractors Designers Cultural Facilities Engineers Education Facility Facility Managers Museums Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Energy Efficiency Sustainability'

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 30, 2014

As sustainability increasingly becomes a mainstream concern, one of the strategies some government departments of transportation have adopted for providing a more sustainable approach is a “green streets and highways rating system.” Green LEED Sustainability building roads' and internationally.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

The Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) has launched LEED Proven Provider, a new designation that streamlines the LEED project review process for experienced organizations that demonstrate consistent excellence in administering LEED projects.

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SAB Magazine

DECEMBER 22, 2014

The next great leap in the design of sustainable buildings is measuring and reporting the operational building performance. Traditionally design teams have ensured buildings are built as designed but have had limited involvement in the operation of a building.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

Model building codes (I-codes) developed by the International Code Council ( ICC ) play a crucial role in constructing safe, sustainable, and resilient structures. 5 Stronger and safer buildings Concrete is the world’s most widely used construction material due to its significant performance, sustainability, and cost advantages.

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BD+C

JUNE 2, 2014

Responding to the growing desire for more livable communities and rising concern about our planet, the Green Parking Council (GPC), an affiliate of the International Parking Institute (IPI), launched the Green Garage Certification program. The program is the parking industry equivalent of the U.S.

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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. By selectively bundling existing sustainable and regenerative guidelines with RELi’s groundbreaking credits for emergency preparedness, adaptation, and community vitality, RELi 2.0

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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. By selectively bundling existing sustainable and regenerative guidelines with RELi’s groundbreaking credits for emergency preparedness, adaptation, and community vitality, RELi 2.0

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BD+C

JUNE 9, 2014

The Green Building Initiative (GBI) today announced the launch of a new certification program specific to design of interiors of commercial and institutional buildings, according to GBI president Jerry Yudelson.

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BD+C

JULY 18, 2014

The current Green Globes for New Construction program very effectively captures essential sustainable comp read more. Green Specifications Higher Education' Belk Hall achieved 507 out of 918 available points for a score of 55%, which is equivalent to a 2 Green Globes rating.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

Last Monday saw a host of education sessions and tours, including the launch and a learning session for RELi 2.0, Thursday also saw the USGBC announcement that the STAR Community Rating System, which offers certification for sustainable communities, will be integrated into USGBC’s LEED for Cities and LEED for Communities programs.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2018

CFMA’s 2018 Annual Conference & Exhibition, held June 23-27 in Miami Beach brought members from CFMA chapters across North America together for five days of valuable educational and networking opportunities. Leading Industry Education and Initiatives. For me, CFMA’s annual conference is one of the highlights of the year.

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Fieldwire

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Though salaries vary by region, experience, and certification (among other factors), the growing demand for construction managers is likely to drive salaries even higher for the foreseeable future — the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts more than 46,000 construction management jobs will have been added by 2028 , a 10% increase.

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HardHatChat

DECEMBER 17, 2010

While sustainable construction was a hot button in 2010 office construction, green retail and restaurant construction did not gain as much traction. While some retailers may be looking at using low VOC paint or furniture made out of re-manufactured materials, the certification for LEED retail and restaurant construction just isn’t there.

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Construction Cost Estimating

JULY 17, 2013

Greenbuild is a meeting place for industry leaders, experts and Frontline professionals to get updated with latest features & changes in the sustainable building industry as well as indispensable networking opportunities, industry showcases, LEED workshops etc. Also learn the latest trend in LEED education.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 28, 2025

The systems flexibility makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, from commercial buildings to educational facilities and residential developments. Low Embodied Carbon Locally sourced aggregates further decrease the environmental footprint, aligning with sustainable construction practices.

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HardHatChat

AUGUST 19, 2015

With back-to-school season here, it’s exciting to think about students heading off to pursue a degree or certificate in a construction field. Many prepare for a commercial construction career with a formal education, whether it’s a college degree in construction management, engineering or architecture, or a related field.

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 10, 2016

While we are aware of six LEED Dynamic Plaque certifications, according to the USGBC, the Dexter Horton Building in Seattle was the first of the six buildings certified with the Dynamic Plaque. The LEED Dynamic Plaque does not override any other certification. Rather, the LEED Dynamic Plaque keeps all these certifications up to date.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

By Tracy Cook Photos courtesy Tarkett There are many expectations from indoor spaces today: they must look aesthetically pleasing but be strong enough to withstand heavy use, be easy to clean but not feel sterile and unwelcoming, and they should feature healthy, sustainable materials that support human and environmental health.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 26, 2014

Much has changed, but much has remained the same, in the arena of green building law mandates since March 18,2002, when the city of Normal, Illinois enacted Ordinance 4825, the first ever mandatory green building law, requiring LEED certification in the Central Business District for public or private new construction of over 7,500 square feet.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 12, 2021

When specifying flooring, one should consider both sustainability and performance. These factors not only contribute to the sustainability of the flooring, but how it performs. These factors not only contribute to the sustainability of the flooring, but how it performs. Even sustainably made floors must be installed correctly.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 4, 2020

The capabilities of these TEchnologies offer opportunities for communicating and analyzing the quantitative and material aspects of the design decisions related to sustainability and the built environment in an immersive and understandable way, both for the discipline and the larger public.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Newly relaunched website is at the nexus of construction, homebuying, and retail to educate builders, real estate agents, and consumers on high-performance homes. A Home for the Ages: Sustainability, Health, and Attainability in One. Home Performance Counts in the Home Building and Buying Process. Fri, 10/21/2022 - 09:36.

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PC Construction

MARCH 21, 2024

The project also significantly contributes to USM’s sustainability goal of becoming fully carbon-neutral by 2040. kW rooftop photovoltaic array and passive solar heating, is pending LEED Gold certification. “As The McGoldrick Center, with its large-scale 33.3-kW

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Stok

JULY 15, 2020

Core and shell developers should also take note, though the new rating system and credits are not as directly applicable to design as your typical WELL and LEED new construction certifications. If your project is already pursuing WELL certification, it is likely a no-brainer to pursue the Health-Safety Rating. A quick primer.

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Building Radar

JULY 17, 2024

These events offer a wealth of education and training opportunities, providing professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in their careers. Discover more about maximizing your construction education on LinkedIn. For more insights on construction education, visit Highways Today.

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Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Why the Industry Should Educate Consumers on Health and Wellness. One main reasoning for the disconnect, according to Forbes, is the lack of education from the industry to promote their wellness efforts. cbroderick. Tue, 02/16/2021 - 09:27. This finding is according to GlobalScan’s 2020 study across 27 markets. Or could we?

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 3, 2023

One of Scotland’s leading independent schools has got the planning go-ahead for a pioneering domed education building that will lead in the development of low embodied carbon construction. Andrew Whalley, chairman of Grimshaw Architects, said: “The Futures Institute building is an exemplar of sustainable architecture.

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 15, 2018

Vicki Worden, president & CEO of GBI is making clear, “We’re excited to work collaboratively with other organizations on education to advance new concepts and best practices that are included in the revision.”.

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Natural Building

JULY 21, 2009

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly has lived in an earthbag/papercrete home that he built and consults about sustainable building design.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Anna Claire Beethoven and Brittney Just, CID, IIDA, LEED Green Associate K-12 Schools Flooring Green Specifications Green Building Products Wood Sustainability According to the U.S. As designers, we must ask ourselves this question as we continue constructing and promoting sustainable designs.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 18, 2015

Which translates into her “desire to drive positive change in the sustainability arena,” throughout her “10 years of consulting around facilitating dialogue, education, and improved standards in green building, parking industry, mattress industry, and as a consultant to ICC in solar and rainwater harvesting, just to name a few.”.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 31, 2021

It can be difficult to directly address inaccurate appraisals for homes above code, but there are a few steps that include educating appraisers, lenders, and the general public. You should consider educating your selling agent on its importance. Display and discuss the certification plaque during open houses as well.

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Contractor Magazine

DECEMBER 3, 2015

The facility is targeting USGBC LEED Platinum certification. The facility, which is targeting LEED Platinum, is an innovative model of interdisciplinary health sciences research and education. read more.

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PC Construction

AUGUST 22, 2024

The 75,000-square-foot renovated facility will provide hands-on education, training and career opportunities with an emphasis on the trades and local production. Construction is well underway to transform a century-old manufacturing warehouse into safe, supportive space for local youth. Stay tuned for updates as construction progresses!

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