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.

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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?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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? .

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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'

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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.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

At the same time, the built environment must adapt to the impacts of an already-changing climate by optimizing the resiliency of structural systems. Model building codes (I-codes) developed by the International Code Council ( ICC ) play a crucial role in constructing safe, sustainable, and resilient structures.

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Building Radar

JULY 16, 2024

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification is a globally recognized symbol of sustainability achievement in building and construction. In this article, we delve into what LEED certification entails, its significance in today’s construction landscape, and how it impacts sustainable development.

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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.

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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.

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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.,

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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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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 that may be the single most significant act in 2014 toward improving the built environment. provides a “total building sustainability package” to design, build and operate green buildings.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 14, 2024

By Zach Adams In the ever-evolving landscape of architectural design, sustainability has become non-negotiable. While the design and construction industry has focused on greener building architecture in recent years, the current spotlight shines on the sustainability and transparency of products introduced into these structures.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 (.

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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.

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 17, 2022

“ESG- Using Environmental, Social and Governance factors to evaluate companies and countries on how far advanced they are with sustainability. The journey towards efficient life-cycle management of the built environment, carbon literacy, and LEAN process is not easy. (SEC 17 CFR 210, 229, 232, 239, and 249). ” ISO 14064.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 1, 2015

The IWBI is a public benefit corporation whose mission is to improve human health and wellbeing through the built environment. WELL Certified spaces and WELL Core and Shell Compliant developments “can help create built environments that improve the nutrition, fitness, mood, sleep patterns, and performance of occupants.”.

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 9, 2014

The newest version of LEED, with the designation LEED v4 is not simply another step in the continuous improvement of the third party verified green building rating system, and while not paradigm shift equal to a Neil Armstrong “giant leap for mankind,” LEED v4 is an all but an entirely new green building certification program.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 17, 2017

Upon review, the 34 LEED v4 ID+C: CI projects already certified, inspire optimism not only for the green building industrial complex, but also the larger built environment. According to USGBC, Arc is a “state of the art platform designed to help you collect, manage and benchmark your data so you can improve sustainability performance.”

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

By Richard Martens Sustainability is a complex topic in all fields; every initiative seeking to improve sustainability brings both improvements and setbacks. Within modern construction, there is an exception to the inherent complexity of sustainability comparisons. Photos courtesy Sto Corp. Construction is no different.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 9, 2016

But for those of you who were not in LA I thought a broader recap of the world’s largest event dedicated to sustainable building might be in order. Businesses, organizations and communities that divert more than 90 percent of waste from landfills, incinerators and the environment are considered to be successful in achieving zero waste.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 17, 2013

Lots must be designed so that at least 70% of the built environment is permeable. Although there are some minor rumblings that LEED certifiable versus actually submitting a project for LEED certification violates the terms of usage of the USGBC rating system. Single family residential may also meet the minimum requirements of ICC 700.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 29, 2017

The recent Chinese trade pronouncements have already dropped the price of recycled products to levels below anything this law firm has ever seen in more than a decade of corporate sustainable plans. Green Building Council’s sister organization, Green Business Certification Inc., View the Guide to Certification to learn more.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 19, 2011

Department of the Environment (DDOE) regarding the Green Building Act (GBA). Because the GBA requires all buildings to obtain LEED certification, it functions as a quasi building code. In other words, LEED certification is a minimum requirement, the very definition of a so-called "floor." How can I make this claim?

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 18, 2018

It is a given that each year Greenbuild is “the” target rich environment for networking with others across the environmental industrial complex and for learning about what is new from the U.S. Possibly more accurately stated, this is a report on the state of the LEED green building rating system. The state of LEED is strong.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 28, 2025

Additionally, its sound-dampening properties provide excellent acoustic insulation , making it ideal for busy urban environments. Low Embodied Carbon Locally sourced aggregates further decrease the environmental footprint, aligning with sustainable construction practices. Why choose SlenderWall for sustainable cladding?

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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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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.

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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.

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 9, 2014

The newest version of LEED, with the designation LEED v4 is not simply another step in the continuous improvement of the third party verified green building rating system, and while not paradigm shift equal to a Neil Armstrong “giant leap for mankind,” LEED v4 is an all but an entirely new green building certification program.

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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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