Energy efficiency funds education
Contractor Magazine
JANUARY 17, 2018
A Pennsylvania school district uses the savings from an energy performance contract to upgrade educational opportunities for its students.
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Construction Business Owner
FEBRUARY 28, 2024
Boots-on-the-ground safety professionals are essential to mitigate risk, while training and education support are needed to address the shortage of skilled labor. trillion by 2030, but this growth comes with risk management challenges. Increasing project complexity and rising costs require effective strategies.
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SCUP and University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing release study results on lactation policy and facilities in U.S. higher education
BD+C
DECEMBER 17, 2018
The Society for College and University Planning (SCUP) and the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing announced survey results from 114 US colleges and universities that help document the levels, quality, and availability of lactation spaces and supports across campus for breastfeeding faculty, staff, students, and campus visitors.
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Building a Great Safety Culture Takes a Commitment to Training
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 3, 2020
Select the right programs to best educate & protect your workers. Building a Great Safety Culture Takes a Commitment to Training. Greg Ragsdale. Mon, 08/03/2020 - 10:53. Why is safety so important? Do Not Sell My Personal Information.
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Pennsylvania Secures $1.2 Billion Comcast Innovation and Technology Center In Philadelphia
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JANUARY 17, 2014
I believe that it is our people – their creativity, ingenuity, talents and skills – who drive companies like Comcast to make Pennsylvania home.”. billion in total economic impact within Pennsylvania and support more than 20,000 direct and indirect jobs during the construction phase. The post Pennsylvania Secures $1.2
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Gillece Services offers veterans hands-on training via apprenticeships
Contractor Magazine
MARCH 25, 2014
. — Gillece Services, specializing in plumbing, heating, cooling, electrical, and waterproofing services, is excited to have been approved in the fall of 2013 by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Veterans Affairs, as an authorized plumbing training school for veterans. Best Practices Training Opportunities'
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State Focus: Pennsylvania – Built To Advance
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MAY 20, 2014
Pennsylvania puts jobs first. Under Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett’s leadership, Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate stands at a five-year low and jobs have been growing on a consistent basis for nearly four years. “My My policy for growing the Pennsylvania economy is simple—more jobs, less taxes,” says Gov.
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Central PA HBA and Penn State Partner to Educate Women About Skilled Trades
Pro Builder
JUNE 2, 2023
Read more Education + Training Labor + Trade Relations Women in Construction Education + Training Earlier this year, the BACP’s Professional Women in Building (PWB) council teamed up with Penn State for a “Construct Your Future” event to promote women in the trades.
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Pennsylvania Awards Early-Stage Tech Businesses Nearly $18M
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FEBRUARY 18, 2016
Pennsylvania Awards Early-Stage Tech Businesses Nearly $18M originally appeared on Business Facilities - Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions. Nearly $18 million in tax credits to support 239 early-stage companies was just awarded through Pennsylvania’s Keystone Innovation Zone Tax Credit (KIZ) program.
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40 Pennsylvania Incentives and Workforce Development Guide
Business Facilities
JULY 11, 2014
The updated Pennsylvania incentives guide is brought to you by Real Street Expo , a new event sponsored by Business Facilities and Today’s Facility Manager magazines. For a list of Pennsylvania economic development agencies that can help with the site selection process, visit our Online Site Seekers’ Guide.
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Pennsylvania owes school districts $1B for construction projects
BD+C
JANUARY 23, 2014
The Pennsylvania Department of Education owes about $1 billion to numerous school districts for about 350 state-approved renovation and construction projects. In 2011, the state cut reimbursement payments by $20 million to $296 million.
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Straw Bale Building in Pennsylvania
Natural Building
APRIL 6, 2022
The post Straw Bale Building in Pennsylvania appeared first on Natural Building Blog. “Any region (where) you wouldn’t think twice about building a wood structure, you absolutely could build a straw structure safely, durably, that will last a lifetime and is super energy efficient.”.
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Oil heating professionals mix it up in Hershey, Pa.
Contractor Magazine
JUNE 3, 2013
— OESP (National Association of Oil & Energy Service Professionals) hosted its 60th Annual Convention and Trade Show here in eastern Pennsylvania in mid-May. The association’s convention theme of “Racing Towards Education” gave attendees the Triple Crown of education, new products and networking.
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Higher Education/Research: Best Project: University of Pennsylvania, New College House
ENR Construction
OCTOBER 17, 2017
New College House is the first “purpose-built” college house on the University of Pennsylvania’s campus and its first new student-housing building in more than 40 years.
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Court Rules Onsite Renewable Energy Permitted In All Zoning Districts
Green Building Law Update
OCTOBER 25, 2013
In a hugely important judicial decision advancing onsite renewable energy, the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania has found ground mounted solar photovoltaics to be an “accessory use” permitted as of right in all zoning districts. feet wide and 26 feet long.
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Vicki Worden on the New Green Globes and Her Commitment to the Mission
Green Building Law Update
OCTOBER 18, 2015
Which translates into her “desire to drive positive change in the sustainability arena,” throughout her “10 years of consulting around facilitating dialogue, education, and improved standards in green building, parking industry, mattress industry, and as a consultant to ICC in solar and rainwater harvesting, just to name a few.”.
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Tennessee Is BF’s 2013 State Of The Year
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JANUARY 14, 2014
Runners-up in the 2013 competition were Utah, Texas, Louisiana, Georgia and Pennsylvania. In addition to retaining its automotive crown, Tennessee notched top 10 finishes in Best Business Climate, Best Infrastructure, Renewable Energy Leaders (Power Generation) and Best Education Climate. manufacturing facilities.
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FEATURE STORY: Ringing The Bell For Growth
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MARCH 5, 2014
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett (Photo: commonwealthfoundation.org, greenbiz.com). Pennsylvania’s chief executive has stepped forward several times to announce mega-projects which promise to drive job creation and technology development in the Commonwealth for years to come. “The By Jack Rogers . Tom Corbett is on a roll.
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Passive House is “In” in 2017
Green Building Law Update
JANUARY 8, 2017
Pennsylvania offers tax credits for low income Passive House building. Applications submitted under the PennHOMES and low income housing tax credit program are ranked. Information is available from events@psssivehousecal.org.
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Penton’s Comfortech Unveils Education Program for 2016 Event – Increases Technical and Emerging Technology Content
Contractor Magazine
JANUARY 28, 2016
New York — Penton’s Comfortech ( www.comfortechshow.com ), the premier contractor-focused conference and exposition, powered by Contracting Business and Contractor, has officially announced that the 2016 event will take place September 19-22, 2016 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia. read more.
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40 Business Facilities Names 2013 Deal of the Year Winners
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JANUARY 27, 2014
“Louisiana’s capital has had great success in executing its strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors,” Rogers said.
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Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JULY 29, 2013
Louisiana Economic Development crafted a customized incentive package for the GE deal, including a $107-million performance grant and $500,000 per year for 10 years to fund enhanced software development curricula at NOLA’s institutions of higher education. Far West U.S. - Mid Atlantic U.S.
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Business Facilities’ 10th Annual Rankings Report: Utah, North Dakota, Louisiana Tops In Economic Growth Potential
Business Facilities
AUGUST 4, 2014
“With a growing, well-educated population and a great quality of life, Utah’s potential seems to be unlimited,” said BF Editor in Chief Jack Rogers. ” Pennsylvania surged into 7th place in the magazine’s annual assessment of state growth potential, up from no. PENNSYLVANIA. 9 in 2013. NORTH DAKOTA.
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DOT Lets States Shift $473M Unspent on Earmarks to Other Projects.
ENR Construction
AUGUST 17, 2012
Earn Continuing Education Credits. million, followed by California, Texas, New York and Pennsylvania. Book Reviews. Information Technology. Construction Technology. Social Media. White Papers. Construction Schools. Civil Engineering Schools. Current Costs. Material Trends. Historical Indices. Quarterly Cost Reports. Format: HTML.
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Skanska to Tap into Pittsburgh Market with Opening of New Office
Construction Superintendent Magazine
JUNE 1, 2015
Skanska looks to support Pittsburgh’s market resurgence and will pursue opportunities in healthcare, life sciences, education, infrastructure and power and industrial work. The firm has extensive experience in the Pennsylvania and the Delaware Valley working on projects such as the Nemours/Alfred I.
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Join me at the PA/NJ Sustainability Symposium on March 12
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. In addition, Mayor Michael Nutter and Rob Powelson, Chairman of The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission will be keynote speakers. 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. In addition, Mayor Michael Nutter and Rob Powelson, Chairman of The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission will be keynote speakers. To get more information and register click here. 7:45 AM - 1:30 PM.
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Business Facilities
APRIL 3, 2017
The most successful workforce development efforts are teaming with education resources to develop job-specific vocational studies in high schools, community colleges and universities. Read Workforce Development: The Next Generation on Business Facilities - Area Economic Development, Site Selection & Workforce Solutions.
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75 President Obama’s Promise Zones Initiative
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JANUARY 9, 2014
o Help Accessing Resources: Where necessary to achieve their goals, Promise Zones will get priority and be able to access federal investments that further the goals of job creation, additional private investment, increased economic activity, improved educational opportunity, and reduction in violent crime.
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53 FEATURE STORY: Workforce Development Programs – The Recipe For Success
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MARCH 12, 2014
A well-educated, highly skilled workforce has become the most important ingredient to strengthen economies and ensure a high quality of life. PENNSYLVANIA IS HOOKING UP BUSINESS AND HIGHER ED. Under Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett’s leadership, the $9.75 Under Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett’s leadership, the $9.75
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FEATURE STORY: 2013 Economic Development Deal of the Year Awards
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
FEBRUARY 26, 2014
Louisiana’s capital has had great success in executing its strategy of bringing together business and higher education in innovative public-private partnerships that spur initiatives in new high-growth sectors,” said BF Editor in Chief Jack Rogers. URBAN OUTFITTERS DECIDES TO DOUBLE DOWN IN PENNSYLVANIA. FILM INDUSTRY GROWS IN GA.
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Mid-Atlantic Construction Projects for Bid
Constructonomics
FEBRUARY 8, 2010
Education Center-Elem. Gaithersburg MD. 10,000,000. 4/2010 est. Retrofit Edgewood SW Facility. Eldersburg MD-. 1,000,000. New Transportation Center. Sinking Spring, PA. 5,000,000. Danville, PA. 10,000,000. PSU -Alterations Irvin Hall. State College, PA. 5,000,000. 3/2010 est. Washington CrossingCemetery. Washington, DC. 20,000,000.
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PowerSchool Investing $1.8M, Creating 96 Jobs In Virginia
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 4, 2017
PowerSchool, a leading education technology platform for K-12, will invest $1.8 The company also considered California, Pennsylvania, and Texas for the project, which will retain 85 existing jobs and create 96 new jobs. million to expand its operations in the City of Roanoke, VA. Photo: PowerSchool). said Governor Terry McAuliffe.
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SNAPSHOTS: 60 Seconds… with Dennis Davin, Secretary, PA DCED
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
MAY 19, 2016
Dennis Davin, Secretary, Pennsylvania DCED. We need to continue to nurture the talent pipeline that exists in Pennsylvania from higher education to business ownership by providing as many opportunities as possible to support their efforts. How does the KIZ program work and who is eligible to receive funding?
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UPDATE: Seven New Locations Added To President Obama’s Promise Zones Initiative
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
JANUARY 16, 2014
o Help Accessing Resources: Where necessary to achieve their goals, Promise Zones will get priority and be able to access federal investments that further the goals of job creation, additional private investment, increased economic activity, improved educational opportunity, and reduction in violent crime.
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Business Facilities’ 15th Annual Rankings: State Rankings Report
Business Facilities
JULY 24, 2019
The states that have put the assets in place today to support a thriving cybersecurity industry—including STEM-oriented higher education programs with cyber-specific degrees and R&D facilities working in tandem with national security agencies, the U.S. military and business—will rule the cyber sector tomorrow. In May, Gov.
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Don’t Miss These Global Construction Industry Events in 2024
Building Radar
JULY 30, 2024
It focuses on preparing contractors for operational challenges and includes educational sessions, keynote addresses, and networking opportunities with industry leaders. It features educational sessions, events, tours, and a large expo showcasing the best in architecture and design.
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Best Universities for Masters in Architecture in the USA | Masters in Architecture in USA 2022
CivilJungle
APRIL 29, 2022
University of Pennsylvania. University of Pennsylvania. University of Pennsylvania. Established in 1754 as King’s College on the grounds of Trinity Church in Manhattan, Columbia is the oldest institution of higher education in New York and the fifth-oldest institution of higher learning in the United States.
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52 FEATURE STORY: 2013 Economic Development Awards
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
APRIL 18, 2013
In 2012, the Partnership completed 100 annual surveys of key businesses in the region; it is spearheading key workforce issues including the development of a career academy which will be a partnership between Lincoln Public Schools and Southeast Community College to provide career-based educated for juniors and seniors in the LPS District.
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Top 10 Ivory Innovations Finalists for the 2023 Housing Affordability Prize
Pro Builder
APRIL 18, 2023
RenoFi Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Finance Category RenoFi.com is the first one-stop-shop marketplace for financing a home renovation. Their homes require down payments of $10-$30k, creating opportunities for low-wealth and BIPOC families that have generationally rented to enter into homeownership.
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More News on Kimmel & Associates Scholarship for Students in Construction
C-School
JANUARY 12, 2007
Each student who wins the Scholarship receives $1000 toward his or her education for the relevant semester. An excerpt from the article can be found below: “Since it was introduced, the Scholarship for Students in Construction has been awarded to 180 students at 76 colleges and universities in 34 states around the country.
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40 FEATURE STORY: State of the Year – Tennessee
Buisness Facilities Contributed Content
FEBRUARY 19, 2014
Runners-up in the 2013 competition included Utah, Texas, Louisiana, Georgia and Pennsylvania. In addition to retaining its automotive crown, Tennessee notched top 10 finishes in Best Business Climate, Best Infrastructure, Renewable Energy Leaders (Power Generation) and Best Education Climate. RACING TO THE TOP IN EDUCATION.
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57 GSA, LEED, USGBC, and Politics
Building Information Management
JULY 26, 2012
Citizens for Pennsylvania’s Future. Green Building Education and Services, LLC. Green Building Education Services. Green Education Foundation (GEF). Green Education Inc. National Education Association. National Education Association, Health Information Network. Educational Fund.
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55 Hands-on geothermal expo set for Sept. 11 | Geothermal content.
Contractor Magazine
JULY 24, 2012
Event hosts expect to draw more than 200 professional attendees from Ohio, western Pennsylvania, Indiana, West Virginia and Michigan. This class is certified by the State of Ohio for 7 Continuing Education credits. The program is a sophisticated yet intuitive tool for sizing units and exchange fields. The event costs $150/person.
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