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GHG, SHG, SEC Regulations – Facilities Regs and Reporting Changes Coming Soon

Job Order Contracting

How a company assesses and plans for climate-related risks may have a significant impact on its future financial performance and investors’ return on their investment in the company. Buffer zones. It’s critical to understand the risks and opportunities, and to establish a long-term commitment. Is your organization ready?

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What is a ‘Certificate of Occupancy’: Why It’s Essential for Building Compliance

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In the construction and real estate sectors, a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) plays a pivotal role in ensuring that a building meets all safety, health, and legal standards before it can be occupied. What is a Certificate of Occupancy? What is a Certificate of Occupancy? Why is a Certificate of Occupancy Essential?

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Green Building Transactional Due Diligence

Green Building Law Update

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.

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NAHB Develops Land Use Resources for Home Builders and Buyers

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Each primer focuses on a component of land-use policy and the impact it has on builders and buyers: density, zoning, and development review. Density In many communities, zoning laws restrict the amount of land that can be used for residential purposes, often in the form of minimum lot sizes or density requirements.

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Energy Modeling: Deriving Value Beyond Certifications and Compliance

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Building Energy Modeling (BEM) is often only used for green building certifications or to show compliance to building codes or standards. The construction industry involves a lot of financial risk and uncertainty, which project teams have to reduce by increasing the certainty of outcomes. BEM Basics: Predicting Performance.

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Sight and sound : Enhancing light and acoustics with flooring contractors

Construction Specifier

Natural light sources align with sustainability goals and certification programs (such as LEED) that prioritize energy efficiency and occupant wellbeing. Flooring contractors who work in healthcare must follow specific protocols, and many complete Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) training to learn these specialized skills.

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Barrier breakthroughs: Achieving airtightness in modern construction

Construction Specifier

A continuous air barrier system also protects the building structure by reducing the risk of localized condensation or moisture accumulation. Savvy building owners recognize that airtight buildings minimize the financial risks of future repairs or major renovations.