Construction Law Monitor

OCTOBER 14, 2010

The LEED Certification process can be quite complex. Since I’m a lawyer, the LEED rating system begs this question: What happen is a project shoots for certification, and fails? Failure to achieve a desired certification or a specific green performance is often deemed a consequential damage. What are the damages?

Certification 75

Certification Green Legal Contract 75

Construction Marketing

JULY 24, 2020

Marketing executives working with accounting executives with a common objective, often sales growth and profitability. Marketers can be active in members associations like the Construction Marketing Association , and American Marketing Association, including professional certification.

Accounting 180

Accounting Finance Forecasting Certification 180

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 29, 2018

The import has resulted in a more than 15% drop in the price of mixed aluminum scrap this past month to 60 cents per pound, an amount that exceeds the profit margin for processors. Green Building Council’s sister organization, Green Business Certification Inc., The TRUE Zero Waste certification, previously administered by the U.S.

Certification 149

Certification Green Drafting Organization 149

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 17, 2023

A non-profit organization called the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) offers professional development, continuing education, and certification for solar energy and other renewable energy businesses. You can determine if the solar panels are high-quality if they have a certification mark from the provider.

Commercial 301

Commercial Electrical Permits Inspections 301

Contractor Bookkeeping

DECEMBER 1, 2012

The Rule Is - “Have a Resale Certificate or Pay the Tax” It’s all about paying sales tax. Years Ago – The Resale Certificate was a blank form that was filled out by the contractor as needed with an ending date selected by the contractor. Needless to say some certificates were a challenge to read. Who is the customer?

Certification 60

Certification Washington Contractors Accounting 60

Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 18, 2014

I had a conversation with Jerry Yudelson last week, six weeks after he became the President of the Green Building Initiative, the non profit with the rights to distribute Green Globes in the United States. He confidently says his goal is to increase certification to more than 10,000 in the next five years.

Green 174

Green Certification Retail United States 174

Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

When this happens, it’s vital to save profit from busy seasons to pay the expenses for the off-season. . Moreover, if you plan to open up a store, you’ll also need a Certificate of Occupancy. . 4) Off-seasons. Roofing and guttering typically have off-seasons during winter or other colder climates. 5) Pricing.

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Insurance Liability Legal Compensation 296

Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 14, 2018

JLL continued ECD’s strategy of promoting Green Globes in Canada as a building sustainability assessment and certification system. In 2008, JLL, a Fortune 500 company with more than $50 billion of real estate under asset management, purchased ECD, a Canadian sustainability consulting organization that had developed Green Globes.

Green 136

Green Sustainability Certification Organization 136

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Introducing Certification Tracking in BuildingConnected . And here’s the good news: with Certification Tracking in BuildingConnected, you can increase your company’s visibility and get yourself in front of more General Contractors. ” There are specialists, non-profits, and consultants who can help you with the paperwork.

Certification 98

Certification Infrastructure Procurement Profitability 98

Building Information Management

DECEMBER 1, 2015

Job Order Contracting Certification Program. The industry’s official JOC Certification program became official in October 2015 and will launch in 2016. The JOC Certification program is an approved certificate from the higher education institution ASU, the Alliance for Construction Excellence, and CJE. Exciting news!

Certification 40

Certification Contract Arizona Profitability 40

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 14, 2011

In exchange for the financing, the developer of the project promised, among other things, to get LEED certification and rely on massive amounts of renewable energy. The USGBC is a non-profit entity responsible for the LEED rating system. I think it's safe to say the Green Bonds program was a failure.

Green 136

Green Certification Retail IRS 136

Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

Construction companies may profit from new opportunities, foster innovation, and establish themselves as market leaders by staying on top of the latest trends. Following the trends To remain competitive and adjust to the changing demands and tastes of clients, construction businesses must keep up with trends.

Innovation 273

Innovation Construction Safety Budget 273

Contractor Bookkeeping

FEBRUARY 10, 2014

The Rule Is - “Have a Resale Certificate or Pay the Tax” It’s all about paying sales tax. Years Ago – The Resale Certificate was a blank form that was filled out by the contractor as needed with an ending date selected by the contractor. Needless to say some certificates were a challenge to read. Who is the customer?

Certification 51

Certification Washington Contractors Cash Flow 51

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 12, 2012

You need to be a certified LEED contractor, which means you’ll need to study for and take the certification test. LEED Certification and Construction Software. So what exactly does getting LEED certification have to do with business management or even construction software? I suggest looking at Green-Buildings.com or the U.S.

Construction 120

Construction Certification Green Software 120

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MARCH 14, 2018

Lagging productivity hurts contractors in many ways, including lost jobs, low profits, and unnecessary headaches like change orders and rework. Teams unable to effectively communicate and collaborate are much more prone to mistakes, project delays, and reductions in profitability. Better Track Jobsite Activities.

Products 221

Products Software Software Project Management 221

Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

Why As A Construction Contractor - Do you want a resale certificate when all it does is cause you more paperwork? In Washington State the Resale Certificate was developed for construction contractors to not have to pay the sales tax on material that they plan to resell in the course of their business.

Washington 49

Washington Certification Cash Flow Contractors 49

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 15, 2011

Project developers have to post a bond guaranteeing the certification. Department of the Environment (DDOE) has indicated that a party other than the US Green Building Council could determine compliance with LEED certification. For the uninitiated, the DC Green Building Act requires that all new construction in D.C.

DC 120

DC Green Regulation Arlington 120

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 22, 2015

But his data heavy diatribe also found support among real estate industry professionals when he said, “the green building industry has shown the world that sustainability is profitable and that profitability is sustainable.”. Many of the businesses profiting from green had their products on display on the Expo Floor.

Green 120

Green Los Angeles Conference Profitability 120

Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 9, 2016

USZWBC will be integrated into GBCI with GBCI assuming responsibility for the ongoing management and evolution of the Zero Waste Facility Certification and Zero Waste Business Associate programs created by USZWBC. The zero waste principles will be aligned with GBCI’s certifications and arc.

Green 120

Green Los Angeles Certification Organization 120

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Companies can gain a competitive edge by developing sustainable product lines , which not only align with global sustainability goals but also enhance profitability. Aligning with Industry Certifications Achieving certifications like LEED or BREEAM enhances the credibility of a sustainable product line.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Products Industrial Construction 52

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 19, 2015

Electric utility based incentives that support energy efficiency, including LEED certification, are increasing in number across the U.S. It is clear from our new data that electric utility based incentives tied to LEED certification and earning specific LEED credits are increasing at all but geometric rates.

Kentucky 120

Kentucky South Carolina Electrical Commissioning 120

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 19, 2015

Electric utility based incentives that support energy efficiency, including LEED certification, are increasing in number across the U.S. It is clear from our new data that electric utility based incentives tied to LEED certification and earning specific LEED credits are increasing at all but geometric rates.

Kentucky 120

Kentucky South Carolina Electrical Commissioning 120

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 30, 2018

formerly known as the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark, is a private limited company incorporated in the Netherlands that is a wholly owned subsidiary of Green Business Certification Inc., the Washington DC based non-profit entity related to the U.S. Green Building Council, Inc. In concert with USGBC, GRESB B.V.

Sustainability 185

Sustainability Green DC Infrastructure 185

Construction Superintendent Magazine

JANUARY 10, 2014

. -- Live equipment demonstrations, nationally accredited certification examinations, education sessions and practical examiner training will all go to make for the largest ever participation at any construction event in almost two decades by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators at the forthcoming CONEXPO/CON-AGG, the Virginia-based (..)

Certification 40

Certification Las Vegas Safety Virginia 40

Green Building Law Update

MARCH 6, 2016

Leonardo Academy is well respected, including for its work on the LEED Existing Building standard, for its non-profit model of “leveraging the competitive market to advance sustainability.”. LEO 4000 responds by defining “what constitutes sustainable agriculture.”.

Sustainability 120

Sustainability Organization Certification Resource 120

Constructor Marketing that Works

OCTOBER 31, 2012

Can 11% More Profit Really Be This Easy? Flint McGlaughlin of Marketing Experiments (of which we’re members) found that if you don’t have formal tiered pricing, you can easily add 11% more profit : Take your most chosen product option and add 11% to the price. Can 11% More Profit Really Be This Easy? Pick any two.”

Profitability 59

Profitability Contractors Electrical Certification 59

The Korte Company

AUGUST 4, 2010

The Korte Company, a Design-Build construction company headquartered in Highland, Illinois, has recently been informed that the Ralph and Betty Engelstad Cancer Research Building has received a Silver Certification through the USGBC (U.S. Green Building Council).

Nevada 40

Nevada Las Vegas Certification Illinois 40

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 15, 2017

The CJE is a non-profit organization created as the resource and collaboration center for education, best practices, research, and JOC Certification. CJE Membership and participation is open to public and private entities with a vested interest in JOC and IDIQ procurement and delivery.

Contract 100

Contract Procurement Certification Profitability 100

Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 15, 2017

If there is a single issue that arises most often as a surprise, although admittedly it is of only modest dollar impact, if at all, new owners have not been pleased to be learn after the fact that a multi year commitment to purchase green power was a credit achieved for LEED certification.

Green 120

Green Leases Certification Agreement 120

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

These features helped the building achieve superior energy efficiency and contributed to its Passive House certification. Gentoso sits on the board of directors for Public Service Enterprise Group (PSEG) and has also served on the board of other non-profit organizations.

Office 59

Office Housing Sustainability Boston 59

Contractor Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

North American Technician Excellence (NATE), the nation’s largest industry-endorsed, non-profit certification organization for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration technicians released the 2013 edition of NATE Magazine, in conjunction with Penton Media at the 2013 AHR Expo in Dallas, TX. read more.

Dallas 54

Dallas Certification Profitability Organization 54

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 5, 2017

Even the Green Business Certification Inc. LEED Certification Agreement has a mandatory arbitration provision. But make no mistake claims are being paid including profits being disgorged by designers, construction companies and materialmen.

Green 120

Green Contract Documentation Claims 120

Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

And, it jumpstarts each new year by supplying you with the latest innovations, expert know-how and best new products to finish your work faster, better and more profitably. WOC 4-Hour Certification Seminars & Examinations : 8 certifications offered by industry associations – ACI, ACPA, CFA, ICRI, and TCA.

Commercial 0

Commercial Las Vegas Concrete Construction 0

Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 19, 2018

The ability to share data seamlessly between the field and office, and across entire project teams in real time are really helping clients boost productivity and profitability. Both clients and prospective clients were happy to hear about all of the advancements we’ve made with our Viewpoint Team and Viewpoint Field View products.

CFMA 173

CFMA Conference Viewpoint Education 173

Stok

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

But another – and arguably greater – form of enhanced value creation that comes through HPBs is rarely discussed: HPBs benefit the people who occupy them, which in turn can greatly boost company profit. square foot annually in bottom line profit compared to conventional buildings.

Profitability 96

Profitability Accounting Products Estimating 96

Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Rigorous oversight, extensive use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and investment in safety and compliance training drive Bob’s profits well above industry averages. So, promoting certifications like an Experience Modification Rate (EMR) below 1.0 demonstrates significantly lower past claims than the industry average.

Safety 126

Safety Bidding Contract Liability 126

DebunkTheBIM

JANUARY 23, 2015

and the story could go on – mentioning hard hats and wiz-wests and an array of digital gizmos that BB had already granted with compatibility certificates.

Profitability 48

Profitability Certification Industrial Legal 48