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Net Zero Certification Program Announced by USGBC

Green Building Law Update

In an era when concern over legal liability for building claims is real, not only enforced by the FTC and state attorneys’ generals, but also in consumer class action suits, it is likely unwise to make the claim that a building is net zero energy use or the like, what does net zero mean?

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Clark settles $5M The Wharf DC lawsuit with Perkins Eastman for undisclosed amount

Construction Dive

billion development sued the architecture firm for design flaws in 2018 and the latter retaliated with a claim about not being paid. The general contractor for Phase 1 of the $2.5 Clark says the pair are now ready to work together again.

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Attend Greenbuild – The Best Way To Grow Your Green Building Business

Green Building Law Update

I do not claim any particular business marketing prowess, but Greenbuild has been the number one source of new clients for my sustainability and green building law practice! Last year, Greenbuild 2015 was in Washington DC, just down the road from the first U.S. This year Greenbuild is in Los Angeles from October 5 – 7.

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What do Hurricanes, Earthquakes and LEED Bonds Have in Common?

Green Building Law Update

Three weeks ago, Washington DC was hit by both an earthquake and a hurricane. On Wednesday, August 24, I attended a meeting of the DC Green Building Codes working group. On Wednesday, August 24, I attended a meeting of the DC Green Building Codes working group. Photo credit: Cape Town Craig.

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When Trees Sue for their Own Environmental Preservation

Green Building Law Update

And significantly there is no defense for an issued permit or claim of preemption by other state or federal laws. The partnership’s complaint asks the court to declare the voter enactment unconstitutional on several grounds and also claims it violates a variety of state laws.

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The Single Best Thing You Can Do To Grow Your Green Building Business

Green Building Law Update

This year Greenbuild is in Washington, DC from November 18 – 20. I do not claim to have any business marketing expertise, but Greenbuild has been the number one source of new clients for my sustainability and green building law practice! Greenbuild 2015 in Washington, DC will be “the” target rich environment for green people this year.

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The Single Best Thing You Can Do To Grow Your Green Building Business

Green Building Law Update

This year Greenbuild is in Washington, DC from November 18 – 20. I do not claim to have any business marketing expertise, but Greenbuild has been the number one source of new clients for my sustainability and green building law practice! I hope to see you in DC on November 18. So register today.

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