BD+C

JUNE 7, 2019

While many sustainable certification programs focus on materials, in-depth cleaning guidelines, or product lifespans, the Fitwel rating system focuses on the health of the occupants themselves. How can thoughtful design encourage healthier choices, lifestyles, and work environments? .

Certification 79

Certification Guidelines Environment Materials 79

Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 12, 2017

LEAN Construction Project Delivery enables efficient life-cycle management of the built environment via a robust integration of process, actionable standardized and common information, supporting technology, and ongoing training. An example of LEAN Construction Project Delivery is OpenJOC ™ Job Order Contracting.

Life Cycle 100

Life Cycle Environment Management Renovating 100

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 26, 2012

Instead, the Department of Defense is going to simultaneously require compliance with its green building code and with LEED certification. The Army is abandoning LEED certification. Less than one month later, the Army has announced it is abandoning LEED certification. in lieu of pursuing LEED certification.

Certification 136

Certification Defense Green Sustainability 136

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.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Certification Green Products 52

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 26, 2017

FITWEL, a cost effective, high impact, health promoting building certification, may be the best thing since sliced bread. The well being of building occupants is increasingly being described as the number one driver of sustainability. The aims for a sustainable buildings have shifted in the U.S. In the in the U.S.

Sustainability 120

Sustainability Certification New York City Green 120

Pro Builder

MARCH 31, 2023

The label provides information about the home’s ratings and certifications, including: HERS Index score HERSH2O Index score RESNET Carbon Index score U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. RESNET Accredited Rating Providers can also download the label through their admin access to the RESNET Registry.

Certification 52

Certification Estimating Organization Florida 52

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 17, 2017

Earlier this year we talked about the importance of sustainability in construction , and how buildings are responsible for more than 40 percent of energy usage across the globe. Kern Center at Hampshire College is a self-sustaining structure. Are you working on a sustainable build, or have thoughts about the above structures?

Sustainability 130

Sustainability Green New York Virginia 130

Business Facilities

OCTOBER 4, 2016

If you’re considering building a new facility for your company’s relocation or expansion project, the option of sustainable or “green” building has probably been a topic of discussion. 95% consider wellness essential, expected or emerging in the built environment. Resiliency is a growing concern.

Sustainability 100

Sustainability Green Environment Certification 100

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 28, 2022

way for organizations to build a culture of structured energy improvement that leads to deeper and sustained savings that does not require any external audits or certifications. History has taught us to “trust but measure”, failure to learn from our past is a sure fire way to fail. Improve risk management.

Management 193

Management Renovating Organization Certification 193

BD+C

MARCH 9, 2018

Given this statistic, the health of our built environment—especially the workplace—is one of the hottest topics in our industry today, and we are seeing an increased interest in health and wellness as part of a sustainable strategy, focusing on healthy materials, air quality and active design.

Certification 105

Certification Design Statistics Environment 105

Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

The fact is that FEDRAMP can and has harmed efficient federal sector stewardship of the built environment. 2 There a total of 459 companies in the world who have achieved FedRAMP certification. As a result, there is a misunderstanding as to how and if these requirements provide benefit.

Management 201

Management Certification Security Drafting 201

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. Environmental Protection Agency, the average person spends about 90% of their lifetime inside a built environment. Ask yourself, what is making them smile?

Materials 98

Materials Products Green Environment 98

Stok

APRIL 26, 2021

San Francisco/Denver (April 27, 2021) – Stok, a provider of sustainability and high-performance building services, announces Devon Bertram as Vice President of Sustainability Consulting. Devon Bertram, VP of Sustainability Consulting, Stok. Stok is reimagining the built environment. ABOUT STOK.

Consulting 52

Consulting Sustainability San Francisco Denver 52

Construction Specifier

JUNE 4, 2020

Recent developments in virtual reality (VR) technology allow for the visualization of unbuilt information as full-scale occupiable environments, providing previously unavailable insight to designers, clients, and other stakeholders. The design team used dedicated software to translate the BIM model into a VR-friendly environment.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Design Visualization Modeling 52

Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

Due to the quick adoption of new tools and technologies, keeping competitive and being successful in the current environment of the construction industry are now closely related to implementing technological innovations. The construction industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation as it embraces the digital age.

Innovation 251

Innovation Construction Safety Budgeting 251

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 21, 2018

ACI certification builds concrete wisdom. If you visit the American Concrete Institute's (ACI) website , you'll soon learn why becoming ACI-certified for testing concrete is important, and necessary for building sound, safe, sustainable structures. Phillip.fry@gc…. Wed, 03/21/2018 - 10:38. GCP Applied Technologies. March 21, 2018.

Certification 68

Certification Concrete Engineering DOT 68

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 26, 2022

In a widely accepted definition, Zero Waste is, The conservation of all resources by means of responsible production, consumption, reuse, and recovery of products, packaging, and materials without burning and with no discharges to land, water, or air that threaten the environment or human health.”. who incorporated it into some LEED credits.

Claims 156

Claims Certification San Francisco Resource 156

BD+C

NOVEMBER 18, 2013

Architects Sustainable Design and Construction Building Owner Green Specifications Contractors Designers Engineers Facility Managers Building Materials Green Green Building Products'

Products 89

Products Environment Certification Green 89

Construction Superintendent Magazine

MARCH 27, 2014

The Golisano Institute for Sustainability, a world-class “living lab” that represents Rochester Institute of Technology’s ongoing commitment to the environment, has been certified Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Platinum by the U.S. Green Building Council—the highest standard that can be achieved in the rating system.

Sustainability 53

Sustainability Certification United States Green 53

BD+C

MARCH 13, 2024

Trends to watch shaping the future of ESG 0 qpurcell Wed, 03/13/2024 - 09:46 Sustainability Gensler’s Climate Action & Sustainability Services Leaders Anthony Brower, Juliette Morgan, and Kirsten Ritchie discuss trends shaping the future of environmental, social, and governance (ESG).

San Francisco 97

San Francisco Sustainability Finance Design 97

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

3 living buildings made by a living practice 0 qpurcell Wed, 09/18/2024 - 13:03 Sustainability Prompting humans to reexamine our relationship to the environment, architecture creates the opportunity for us to physically experience ideas of beauty, performance, and structure through the distinct lens of place.

Architecture 52

Architecture Sustainability Seattle Environment 52

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 26, 2018

GBI is known for swiftness n third party certification. There are two timeframes for certification, non-expedited (i.e., Expedited Certification for existing building is 30 to 45 days and new construction is 45 to 60 days. Non-expedited certification for existing building is 90 days and new construction is 4 to 6 months.

Green 176

Green Certification Sustainability Finance 176

Building Radar

JULY 16, 2024

This article delves into the top countries known for their prowess in construction, examining what sets them apart and their impact on the global built environment. With advancements in materials science, digital construction technologies, and sustainable building practices, the US remains a frontrunner in shaping modern urban landscapes.

Construction 52

Construction Infrastructure Sustainability United States 52

Green Building Law Update

MAY 3, 2015

GBCI, formerly known as the Green Building Certification Institute, has changed its name to Green Business Certification Inc. GBCI administers project certifications and professional credentials within the U.S. “a structure that has achieved, as certified by Green Business Certification Inc.,

Documentation 120

Documentation Certification Green District of Columbia 120

Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 18, 2020

I have regularly and consistently been critical of enactments of mandatory green building codes, as violative of the core principal modern green building is built upon that sustainable construction is a voluntary non regulatory response such that the built environment that can repair the planet. GBI Two Green Globes rating.

Baltimore 156

Baltimore Green Denver Maryland 156

Building Radar

OCTOBER 8, 2024

The construction industry is evolving at an unprecedented rate, driven by technological advancements, sustainability demands, and economic shifts. Sustainability and Green Construction Sustainability is no longer a buzzword; it’s a core expectation in the modern construction industry.

Industrial 52

Industrial Construction Sustainability Innovation 52

Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2023

In addition, Energy Star recently named its annual Partner of the Year, Contractor of the Year, and Excellence award winners for their contributions toward energy efficiency in the residential, industrial, and commercial sectors.

Residential 52

Residential Commercial Certification Electrical 52

Green Building Law Update

MAY 10, 2020

As of April 1, 2020, more than 216,000 residential dwellings have been certified to the NGBS through NGBS Green, the third-party certification program administered by Home Innovation Research Labs. And yes, that is more domestic certifications than LEED and Green Globes combined. Replacing the 2015 edition (.

Green 156

Green Residential Certification United States 156

Building Radar

AUGUST 29, 2024

Urbanization and the Need for Sustainable Development One of the most significant trends impacting the construction industry is urbanization. This trend necessitates a shift toward sustainable development practices to create livable, resilient, and eco-friendly urban environments.

Industrial 52

Industrial Construction Sustainability Safety 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

Raising the bar and evidence-based design goals Evidence-Based Design (EBD) in the built environment involves making product and design decisions based on credible research to achieve optimal outcomes. ® Products with this mark are proven to reduce exposure to triggers and allergens and contribute to a healthier indoor environment.

Design 59

Design Certification Environment Injury 59

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 18, 2022

According to the Environment Protection Agency (EPA), these chemicals often come from synthetic materials used in making a host of products, including paint, petroleum, refrigerants, pharmaceuticals, industrial fluids, and other cleaning agents. Otherwise, you can skip wood and use other ceramic tiles, slate, and concrete, if possible.

Management 156

Management Construction Materials Products 156

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 5, 2017

provides a “total building sustainability package” to design, build and operate green buildings. The Defense Department’s Unified Facilities Criteria system provides planning, design, construction, sustainment, restoration, and modernization criteria for military facilities. ASHRAE Standard 90.1 ASHRAE 189.1

Defense 189

Defense Green Sustainability Environment 189

HardHatChat

APRIL 20, 2017

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. Product and Material Selection.

Commercial 275

Commercial Green Construction Materials 275

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.

Roads 120

Roads Green Sustainability Certification 120

Fieldwire

AUGUST 2, 2023

Sustainability: As consumer attitudes about the environment change for the better, transitioning to more eco-friendly technologies will help your business resonate with the next generation of homeowners. Foster an ongoing learning environment You should foster a supportive ongoing learning environment.

Management 52

Management Certification Construction Education 52

Construction Specifier

MARCH 12, 2021

One of these changes has been the push for increased transparency into the environmental and health impacts of materials, and also the drive for manufacturers to optimize their chemical and sustainability profiles.

Certification 59

Certification Materials Green Products 59

Job Order Contracting

MAY 9, 2017

Common data environment (CDE) and standard data architectures (CSI MasterFormat, Uniformat, Omniclass) – Locally researched and shared/common line item unit price database. Ongoing REQUIRED training and certification. Continuous improvement (not being satisfied with the status quo). Shared risk/reward. Financial transparency.

Life Cycle 100

Life Cycle Management CSI Certification 100