Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 17, 2017

The CI v4 EAc1: Enhanced Commissioning credit goes farther than the fundamental commissioning incorporating changes from the v4 prerequisite that make this credit more advantageous and less first dollar cost intensive than in v 2009. Be aware that building envelope commissioning is now included in this credit. Kaplow, P.A.

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Green Building Law Update

MAY 29, 2022

Securities and Exchange Commission last month charged Vale S.A., Many investors rely on ESG disclosures like those contained in Vale’s annual Sustainability Reports and other public filings to make informed investment decisions,” said Gurbir S. Grewal, Director of the SEC’s Division of Enforcement. “By

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 4, 2014

Circuit Court of Appeals has nullified the retail electric market Demand Response programs governed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, putting a chink in the armor of the new EPA carbon curbs. ” Demand Response is the purview of state public service commissions. And we know they won’t be run from Washington DC.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 4, 2014

Circuit Court of Appeals has nullified the retail electric market Demand Response programs governed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, putting a chink in the armor of the new EPA carbon curbs. ” Demand Response is the purview of state public service commissions. And we know they won’t be run from Washington DC.

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 10, 2016

The new law requires the payment of a Sustainability Fee prior to obtaining a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy, Certificate of Occupancy, or Certificate of Completion. However, a recent enactment by the City of Miami Beach is not being so widely applauded. In 2015, 64 permits were issued for buildings over 7,000 square feet.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 14, 2015

In recent weeks this law firm has received more inquiries than at any time in recent years about the Securities and Exchange Commission’s disclosure requirements for public companies as they apply to climate change matters. When a company is required to file a disclosure with the Commission, those disclosures (e.g.,

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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 Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposal to require that public companies disclose climate-related information. (SEC 17 CFR 210, 229, 232, 239, and 249). ” ISO 14064.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 18, 2016

My practice is almost exclusively sustainability including green building law, so a good response may be to look at a typical day. Reviewing, considering and revising an enhanced commissioning scope. Responding to client email about LEED no cigarette smoking policy in Massachusetts where recreational cannabis will be allowed.

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Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 3, 2013

A green building friendly zoning ordinance is significant when so many local codes including land use ordinances across the country stand in the way of sustainability efforts. Last month, the City Planning Commission approved a draft Code focusing on sustainability recommending adoption by the City Council.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 2, 2013

In addition to those mandated requirements, the Code delineates a list of ‘greener’ optional sustainable measures. In point of fact, more than 400 local governments across the country tie their green policies to LEED. The Code will apply to all residential and commercial projects that require a building permit.

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FDR Safety

MARCH 9, 2023

1, 2019, the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission (OSHRC) reversed an OSHA citation issued to Suncor Energy Inc. The Commission vacated the citations for two primary reasons: Suncor had implemented a robust safety program that met and exceeded OSHA standards. as the controlling employer for a fall protection violation.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 10, 2011

There were two presentations that I found most interesting: Stephen Del Percio, of Green Real Estate Law Journal , reviewed the Federal Trade Commission's Green Guides, which regulate environmental claims. Attorney Dan Sheridan provided a thorough recap of the Legal Forum on his blog, Legally Green. Building Metrics Take Center Stage.

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SAB Magazine

DECEMBER 23, 2014

In the fall of 2013, Forestry Innovation Investment and the Binational Softwood Lumber Council commissioned Perkins+Will to conduct a survey of completed Tall Wood buildings from around the world, and share the lessons learned by others with those contemplating similar projects in North America.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 14, 2015

When a company is required to file a disclosure with the Commission, those disclosures (e.g., The Commission issued guidance that public companies should consider disclosing in their SEC filings the financial impact of compliance with environmental laws. Data culled from filings of public companies listed on U.S.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

SEPTEMBER 13, 2013

The Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission (CAIC) has awarded $350,000 in grants for nine projects. InterUrban ArtHouse formed to create sustainable and affordable space for artists, creative industries and arts organizations. Posted by Heidi Schwartz. The grant recipients are: InterUrban ArtHouse, Kansas City, $50,000.

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Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 21, 2018

US Army Sustainment Command. European Commission, 2013. The post LEAN OpenJOC(TM) Job Order Contracting for Sustainable Facilities Repair, Renovation, and Minor New Construction appeared first on 4BT. Federal Acquisition Service (FAS). Alliant Governmentwide Acquisition Contract. 42 Solicitation Number: TQ2006MCB0001.

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Green Building Law Update

MAY 22, 2022

The Securities and Exchange Commission has extended the public comment period on the proposed rulemaking to enhance and standardize climate related disclosures until June 17, 2022. Accordingly, the Commission extended the comment period for Release Nos.

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 15, 2016

In the final days of 2015, Nevada became the front line in the looming nationwide fight over energy policy when the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada altered rates for net metering impacting homeowners with rooftop photovoltaic panels.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 8, 2013

On November 6, the City Commission of Key West, Florida unanimously adopted Ordinance 13-19 establishing LEED Certified level certification or Florida Green Building Coalition Bronze level certification as a prerequisite to all residential construction. It is clear that Key West has embraced sustainability, including mandating green building.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 12, 2021

We caution companies not to make unqualified general environmental claims because ‘‘it is highly unlikely that marketers can substantiate all reasonable interpretations of these claims,’’ the Federal Trade Commission standard for environmental claims. Nancy Hudes and I are now publishing a new blog at www.ESGLegalSolutions.com (.

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PC Construction

MARCH 13, 2024

The progressive design-build project, totaling approximately $175 million, will upgrade solids handling facilities and incorporate cutting-edge technology to sustainably transform wastewater to a renewable energy source and a nutrient-rich soil amendment.

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 18, 2014

EPDs LEED Product Sustainability TRACI declaration environmental' The White paper is legally not correct, but who would seek legal advice from architects (even a well respected architecture firm like Perkins+Will)? For details and to RSVP.

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Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 17, 2013

Also deleted are the chapters for commissioning and causing the code to apply to alterations of existing buildings. Many have noted Dallas deleted Chapter 6 of the IgCC, the energy conservation provision, and elected instead to keep existing energy code requirements. Dallas Green IGCC LEED Local Government building'

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Green Building Law Update

MAY 23, 2021

The bill, that may be the single most significant enactment of the session, also establishes a new policy of the State to support and encourage public and private tree planting, with the goal of planting and helping to maintain 5,000,000 sustainable native trees in Maryland by the end of 2031.

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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

FEBRUARY 5, 2016

Sustainable Corrugated Investing $15M In Georgia originally appeared on Business Facilities (BF) Magazine. Sustainable Corrugated will create 62 jobs and invest $15 million in a new corrugated sheets manufacturing facility in Dalton-Whitfield County, GA. . “We Sustainable Corrugated Investing $15M In Georgia.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

The developer will also work with other professionals, such as landscape architects, interior designers, and environmental consultants, to ensure that the project is sustainable and complies with all environmental regulations and laws. However, working directly can save the developer the commission they would have to pay the broker.

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Green Building Law Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2013

For all my Pennsylvania and New Jersey fans, I will be speaking at the third annual PA/NJ Sustainability Forum on March 12, 2013. The other members of my panel are: • Katherine Gajewski: Director, Mayor’s Office of Sustainability, City of Philadelphia. To get more information and register click here. 7:45 AM - 1:30 PM.

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Green Building Law Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2013

For all my Pennsylvania and New Jersey fans, I will be speaking at the third annual PA/NJ Sustainability Forum on March 12, 2013. The other members of my panel are: • Katherine Gajewski: Director, Mayor’s Office of Sustainability, City of Philadelphia. To get more information and register click here. 7:45 AM - 1:30 PM.

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 4, 2014

In order to begin producing SRECs, a solar installation owner must apply for a one time certification from the Maryland Public Service Commission. REC SREC Sustainability credits energy renewable solar'

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FDR Safety

SEPTEMBER 18, 2014

If there is an OSHA citation most likely to be overturned on appeal to the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission it would be one issued under the General Duty clause. Not all these citations are valid, especially in light of a 1997 case decided by the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission. By Jim Stanley.

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Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 2, 2011

The International Green Construction Code (IGCC) is a model code for cities seeking to promote sustainable building practices through their building codes. Section 601.1 - This chapter shall regulate the design, construction, commissioning and operation of buildings and building sites for the effective use of energy.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 12, 2016

There is simply no material connection between that existing SEC disclosure requirement and this Executive Branch proposed GHG test.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 12, 2016

There is simply no material connection between that existing SEC disclosure requirement and this Executive Branch proposed GHG test.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 15, 2023

The findings follow a new ‘How We Build Now’ benchmark report commissioned by construction management software provider Procore Technologies which surveyed over 200 decision makers across the industry. Oliveri-O’Connor added: “These findings aren’t just good news for now – but the future too.

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Construction Dive

DECEMBER 12, 2012

“Having a Division 1 section that clearly addresses what the minimum requirements are for commissioning is highly recommended. You cannot miss the commissioning requirements because it is a requirement. If you just have a drawing package, then you need to make sure that it’s in your drawing package.

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Natural Building

DECEMBER 29, 2006

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly has lived in an earthbag/papercrete home that he built and consults about sustainable building design.

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Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 1, 2019

But draw your own conclusions: This 2018 IgCC contains requirements that address site sustainability, water use efficiency, energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, materials and resources, and construction and plans for operation. On the very first page of the site sustainability provisions, sec 501.3.1.2 Sec 1001.3.2

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