Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 28, 2018

Ruling that “the law,” whether by statute, ordinance, regulations, or code, and even when its source is a judicial opinion, is not subject to federal copyright law, has broad implications, particularly for green building. Green Building Council indisputably holds a copyright in its LEED rating systems. See 17 U.S.C. §

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 9, 2018

Investments by individuals and institutions driven by environmental, social and governance matters continue to remain front and center in the minds of boards of directors, government regulators and the media. The issue is not new and has its roots in the 1960s ‘purposed’ investment practices of pension funds managed by trade unions.

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Risk Green Sustainability Maine 174

BD+C

JULY 17, 2014

“Green” construction in the U.S. That is the conclusion that New York-based nonprofit Urban Green Council found in their research on “high cholesterol buildings.”. has mostly been on a fad diet – one where trimming energy consumption is focused on the present but not the long run. Body Image: read more.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 26, 2015

EPA has issued significant revisions to the existing 1988 underground storage tank regulation that will impact most, if not all, businesses with USTs. EPA regulates over 571,000 USTs, down from a high of 2.1 The federal UST regulation applies to USTs storing petroleum and certain hazardous substances (i.e., million USTs in 1984.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

EPA has issued significant revisions to the existing 1988 underground storage tank regulation that will impact most, if not all, businesses with USTs. EPA regulates over 571,000 USTs, down from a high of 2.1 The federal UST regulation applies to USTs storing petroleum and certain hazardous substances (i.e., million USTs in 1984.

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Regulation Comparison Drafting Environment 120

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 26, 2015

EPA has issued significant revisions to the existing 1988 underground storage tank regulation that will impact most, if not all, businesses with USTs. EPA regulates over 571,000 USTs, down from a high of 2.1 The federal UST regulation applies to USTs storing petroleum and certain hazardous substances (i.e., million USTs in 1984.

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Regulation Comparison Drafting Environment 120

Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 10, 2017

The Denver Elections Commission has announced that the Denver Green Roof Initiative, a mandatory green roof ballot initiative will appear on the November 7 ballot. Exempted buildings must pay a cash in lieu of construction of a green roof for the reduced or exempted area at $25 per square foot.

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Green Building Law Update

APRIL 23, 2014

The process of updating the 2012 International Green Construction Code moves to Memphis next week. Recent research describes how permeable pavements can not only manage stormwater but also mitigate urban heat island effect due to the high air void nature. NAPA is also proposing GC 156-14 to delete IgCC section 408.2.1

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Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

Two separate regulations were “laid before Parliament by Command of Her Majesty and approved by a resolution of each House of Parliament”. These new laws are the Companies (Strategic Report) (Climate-related Financial Disclosure) Regulations 2022 and the Limited Liability Partnerships (Climate-related Financial Disclosure) Regulations 2022.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 16, 2018

Top questions to ask when designing a green roof. We all know the economic and environmental benefits of green roofs , but how do you ensure that your client’s vision of a green roof is realized? Today we had the pleasure of talking with Nick Smith of green roof system specialist Zinco International. Phillip.fry@gc….

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Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 31, 2012

MANAGEMENT |. General Management. People Management. Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. Equipment Management. Better Project Management through Better Communication. construction management. construction management software. document management. Green Building.

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Construction Software Software Accounting 185

BD+C

APRIL 28, 2014

A new report by engineering giant Arup analyzes current research and trends about green space in cities and how it can benefit urban communities socially, economically, and environmentally. Body Image: read more.

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Green Sustainability Regulation Renovating 78

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 6, 2011

MANAGEMENT |. General Management. People Management. Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. Equipment Management. « 3 Tips for Better Construction Fleet Fuel Management. Better Project Management through Better Communication. construction management. document management.

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Construction Software Software Accounting 195

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 27, 2011

MANAGEMENT |. General Management. People Management. Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. Equipment Management. Better Project Management through Better Communication. construction management. construction management software. document management. Green Building.

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Construction Software Software Accounting 180

Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 15, 2017

The State of Rhode Island is expanding its longstanding Green Buildings Act adding built landscapes to the list of public projects that must be built to recognized green building standards. Green Building Council associated Green Business Certification Inc. To date SITES has not moved the marketplace.

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Rhode Island Site Green Regulation 120

Green Building Law Update

DECEMBER 1, 2011

Over the past year, I've been lucky enough to get to know Jeremy Sigmon at the US Green Building Council. It has been a busy year for him with the introduction of the International Green Construction Code (IGCC). I will also be participating in an upcoming green building legal webinar with the ABA Fidelity and Surety Law Committee.

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Green Liability Legal Risk 159

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

MANAGEMENT |. General Management. People Management. Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. Equipment Management. Better Project Management through Better Communication. construction management. construction management software. document management. Green Building.

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Construction Software Software Accounting 174

Viewpoint Construction Technology

APRIL 30, 2019

New construction technologies to attract younger workers, a push toward green building and the good and bad news in safety — these highlight some of the top stories in April. Green rooftops on skyscrapers, like this one in downtown Chicago, may soon be required in New York City. A full list of all 57 winners is available here.

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Industrial New York City Construction Safety 189

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

13, 2020, Labor published a final rule on “ Financial Factors in Selecting Plan Investments ,” which adopted amendments to the “Investment Duties” regulation under Title I of ERISA. By way of background, on Nov.

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Plans Management Regulation Risk 156

Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 31, 2016

The City of Rockville, Maryland has adopted the International Green Construction Code 2012 as mandatory for all commercial and multi family building. Each plan submittal is required to demonstrate compliance with either the IgCC (as amended by the local regulation), or ASHRAE 189.1,

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Green Maryland Regulation Commissioning 120

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 18, 2012

MANAGEMENT |. General Management. People Management. Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. Equipment Management. Better Project Management through Better Communication. construction management. construction management software. document management. Green Building.

Construction 168

Construction Software Software Accounting 168

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 10, 2012

MANAGEMENT |. General Management. People Management. Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. Equipment Management. As fortune would have it, this person was an incredibly good manager and truly organized our daily processes. Better Project Management through Better Communication. Management.

Construction 174

Construction Software Software Accounting 174

Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 30, 2011

MANAGEMENT |. General Management. People Management. Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. Equipment Management. Better Project Management through Better Communication. construction management. construction management software. document management. Green Building.

Construction 168

Construction Software Software Accounting 168

Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 18, 2011

MANAGEMENT |. General Management. People Management. Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. Equipment Management. Better Project Management through Better Communication. construction management. construction management software. document management. Green Building.

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Cash Flow Software Software Accounting 168

Green Building Law Update

OCTOBER 10, 2011

This year, the US Green Building Council hosted the 2nd Annual Legal Forum at Greenbuild 2011. The green building community seems to understand that green buildings do present new risks that must be managed and attorneys can help. Public Support for Green Declining. What is happening to "green"?

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Lets Build

JANUARY 18, 2022

Zoning relates to government regulations that guide what can and cannot be built on any property. From that, you can find out the regulations for that specific zoning classification. Zoning laws will regulate construction details in specific locations. What is zoning. Why zoning matters to construction.

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Zoning Plans Regulation Construction 158

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

Maryland is primed to expand and incentivize use of the International Green Construction Code. Relative to its population, Maryland has more green building projects than any other state. Maryland was one of the first states to offer a green building tax credit in 2001. It is not surprising the IgCC found Maryland fertile ground.

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Maryland Green Baltimore Regulation 120

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 2, 2011

MANAGEMENT |. General Management. People Management. Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. Equipment Management. Better Project Management through Better Communication. construction management. construction management software. document management. Green Building.

Construction 159

Construction Software Software Accounting 159

Construction Business Owner

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

MANAGEMENT |. General Management. People Management. Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. Equipment Management. Better Project Management through Better Communication. construction management. construction management software. document management. Green Building.

Construction 159

Construction Software Software Accounting 159

BD+C

APRIL 4, 2014

The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District that serves the Cleveland area will allocate $650,000 of state funds for a grant program to pay private developers to use green elements for managing increased stormwater runoff from a road project. Regulations Codes and Standards'

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Sewer Green Cleveland Ohio 65

Construction Business Owner

OCTOBER 26, 2011

MANAGEMENT |. General Management. People Management. Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. Equipment Management. Better Project Management through Better Communication. construction management. construction management software. document management. Green Building.

Construction 159

Construction Software Software Bidding 159

Green Building Law Update

APRIL 15, 2014

Office of Management and Budget is seeking comments, no later than May 12, 2014, on proposed revisions to Circular A-119, “Federal Participation in the Development and Use of Voluntary Consensus Standards and in Conformity Assessment Activities.” Department of Energy, Green Building Certification System Review.

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Green Regulation Permits Office 120

Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

By Chris Kann Photos courtesy Carlisle SynTec Effectively managing stormwater runoff can be complex and challenging for urban planners and developers. The Districts Stormwater Management Regulations stipulates construction sites achieve retention of the rainfall from a 1.2-inch In Washington, D.C., m (24- x 24- x 2-in.)

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Green Management District of Columbia Washington 52

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 12, 2012

MANAGEMENT |. General Management. People Management. Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. Equipment Management. « The Business of Construction Risk Management. Connecting in Construction » Green Construction & Construction Software. Get Green Certified. STRATEGY |.

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Construction Certification Green Software 120

Green Building Law Update

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

It is important to accept that EPA’s authority to regulate recycling is fuzzy at best, beyond the agency’s implementation of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. What may be called for is a better approach to resource use and operation of buildings. Most solid waste collection in the U.S. is at the municipal level.

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Drafting Resource Baltimore Materials 234

Construction Business Owner

MAY 31, 2011

MANAGEMENT |. General Management. People Management. Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. Equipment Management. This phase consists of consultation with Customers, Sales, Client Services, Quality Control, Programming and Management. Better Project Management through Better Communication.

Construction 149

Construction Software Software Accounting 149

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 20, 2011

MANAGEMENT |. General Management. People Management. Green Building. Compliance/Regulations. Equipment Management. For years, I tried to generate momentum with my managers to get them on board with starting a payroll service just for construction. construction management. document management.

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Construction Software Software Accounting 149