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Will We See More Seismic Retrofitting in the Construction Industry?

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Earthquake retrofits are a hot topic in Portland, Oregon. The city council has specifically explored the need to upgrade unreinforced masonry buildings , which are likely to sustain significant damage during an earthquake. These discussions also lead to questions about the new seismic retrofitting industry in the region.

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Oregon Incentives and Workforce Development Guide

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

For a list of Oregon economic development agencies that can help with the site selection process, visit our Online Site Seekers’ Guide. Entrepreneurial Development Loan Fund (EDLF): EDLF provides direct loans to help start-ups, micro-enterprises and small businesses expand or become established in Oregon. loan origination fee.

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The benefits of biophilic design in the built environment

BD+C

At Portland International Airport in Oregon, we’re working on the PDX Terminal Core Redevelopment Project to implement biophilic elements to create a more pleasing experience for travelers. The Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design, Atlanta, Ga. The Eight, Bellevue, Wash.

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Marisol Malibu: Setting a New Standard for Zero Carbon Real Estate

Stok

While 12 months of occupancy data is required for full Zero Carbon Certification, developers will often want to demonstrate their sustainability achievements to prospective buyers/tenants earlier on. Sustainable Timber: Timber used on the project was handpicked to ensure sustainability. . ZERO CARBON READY: A NEW PATHWAY.

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Michael G. Smith Writes about the Value of Cob

Natural Building

I attended my first natural building workshop in Oregon in 1993. After completing a degree in Environmental Engineering, I had spent two years in Costa Rican rainforest, volunteering for a sustainable forest management project. You can use machinery to mix clay, sand, and straw into cob — or you can use your feet.

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Proposals for changes to the International Green Construction Code are due by January 10

Green Building Law Update

The IgCC contains numerous jurisdictional and project electives that allow adopting jurisdictions and projects to customize code requirements to address local issues and selectively raise sustainability goals. But it is surprising to many that adoption has not been faster and broader.

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Beach House in Oregon has Many Natural Features

Natural Building

Building materials such as paints, stains and sealants were carefully chosen to not off-gas volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or urea-formaldehyde. Towering incense cedar tree trunks, cut from a sustainable forest in Northern California, serve as captivating pillars. This zero-energy home features a 5.9

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