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Adding Efficient Construction Management and LEED Certification to Lower Operating Costs

Constructonomics

In today’s post, she delves into the timely topic of integrating efficient construction management and LEED certifications into building practices to lower operating costs and reduce energy use. A building can still be energy efficient and save money without being LEED certified, but certification often opens the door to even more benefits.

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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. EDGE was created by the International Finance Corporation, one of five organizations that comprise the World Bank Group. is EDGE?

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Marketing and Accounting Teamwork?

Construction Marketing

Meanwhile accounting and finance employ Financial Planning & Analysis tools (FP&A), Business Intelligence (BI), and other software to deliver in-depth analysis and reporting. For the accounting function, titles might include the Controller, Vice President of Accounting, Chief Financial Officer (CFO), or VP Finance.

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Maryland Reverting to Certifiable In Lieu of Certified Green Building

Green Building Law Update

Existing State Finance and Procurement Section 4-809(f) was amended adding new section (6), providing in relevant part, the Maryland Green Building Council shall: (6) Develop guidelines for new public school buildings to achieve the equivalent of the current version of. New public school buildings pursuing third party certification (e.g.,

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15 Tips For Starting Your Own Roof and Guttering Business

Construction Marketing

Plus, establishing your business credit will make financing your business easier. . Moreover, if you plan to open up a store, you’ll also need a Certificate of Occupancy. . Taxes will depend on the business structure and the area. 10) Business bank account and credit card. 11) Accounting. 12) Licenses and permits. 14) Branding.

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Green Globes New Multifamily Rating Systems Respond to the Market

Green Building Law Update

Much of that market opportunity is driven by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac green financing programs. 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.

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Maryland Schools will No Longer be LEED Certified

Green Building Law Update

Existing State Finance and Procurement Code Section 4-809(f) was amended adding new section (6), providing in relevant part, the Maryland Green Building Council shall: “(6) develop guidelines for new public school buildings to achieve the equivalent of the current version of the U.S. But no longer.

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