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Premier SIPs Exceed LA LEED Requirements

Used for the entire building envelope, Premier SIPs meet and exceed many of the LEED categories set in place by the USGBC and the LA building code requirements.
DOE Launches EnergySmart Hospitals Initiative

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced last week the launch of the EnergySmart Hospitals initiative.
California Sets Green Building Standards Code

Last week the California Building Standards Commission announced the unanimous adoption of the nation’s first statewide “green” building code.
Survey Findings Say Home Owners Want Green

The survey found that 78% of homeowners earning less than $50,000 per year say they would be more inclined to purchase a green home.
Oakland, CA Debuts Residential Green Building Standards

Last week, Oakland, Calif.'s first residential green building legislation was introduced.
NAHB Notes 800 Professionals Are Now Certified Green

Less than five months after its introduction, nearly 800 building professionals have earned the NAHB's Certified Green Professional designation.
AIA Debuts GreenStep Online Video Series

The AIA has debuted its GreenStep video series, which is a multipart series on the benefits of green architecture and choosing an AIA architect.
Pennsylvania Establishes $650 M Energy Fund

The $650 million package includes $92.5 million in loans, grants, reimbursements and rebates to support energy conservation and weatherization.
CCEF Marks $2.5M More for Affordable Housing Initiative

The Connecticut Clean Energy Fund (CCEF) board has authorized an additional $2.5 million for CCEF’s Affordable Housing Initiative.
SBIC Opens Beyond Green Awards Application Period

The Sustainable Buildings Industry Council is now accepting applications for the 2008 Beyond Green High-Performance Building Awards.
DOE Headquarters Receives Energy Star Recognition from EPA

The DOE's James Forrestal Headquarters Building uses 40 percent less energy than the average office building.
MLB Rolled Out Green Carpet for 2008 All-Star Game

One of the longest—and greenest—red carpets ever created in the US was a lead-up to the 2008 MLB All-Star Game.
GREENGUARD Introduces New Certification Category

GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI) has added the Formaldehyde Emission Reduction Technology category to its certification programs.
Callison Works with USGBC to Develop LEED for Retail

Callison has partnered with the USGBC to develop two sustainable models designed for retailers: LEED for Retail and LEED Portfolio.
Landscape Structures Gives $200K to ASLA Initiative

Landscape Structures, a manufacturer of commercial playground equipment, has committed $200,000 to support the Sustainable Sites Initiative.
Jones Lang LaSalle Acquires ECD

Jones Lang LaSalle has acquired ECD Energy, best known as the developer of technology underlying environmental rating systems for buildings.
Energy Design Guide Series Represents Energy Savings

The Energy Design Guide series includes publications on small retail and office buildings, K-12 school buildings, and warehouses.
CARB Charts Course to Reduce Global Warming

The California Air Resources Board plans to reduce California's greenhouse gas emissions by 30% over the next 12 years.
New Homes With SunPower Solar Systems Sell Faster, Study Say

New homes with SunPower solar systems are selling twice as fast as new homes without solar, a study says.
Hilton Vancouver, Washington Earns LEED and Green Seal

Hilton Vancouver, Washington is now the first hotel in the world to earn both LEED and Green Seal certifications.
Chicago Homebuilder Advocates Obtainable Green Homebuilding

Chicago homebuilder Nick DiCosola recommends that creating an environmentally friendlier home should be the goal for every homeowner and builder.
Evaluate Efforts to Make Green Building Law, Lawyer Says

Codifying the fast-growing trend toward green buildings could lead to unforeseen consequences, warns James A. Kosch, an environmental attorney.
USGBC Re-launches Greenbuild365 Web Portal

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has relaunched its Greenbuild365 Web site.
Green Registry to Promote Eco-Friendly Product Seal

The Green Registry certification standards are designed to direct consumers to new eco-friendly products and services.
YBP to Present Unique LEED-Based Rating System

YBP’s GY-Framework was designed to help the largest, intact ecosystem in America survive demands of rapid development.
Wells Fargo's New Banking Stores Reduce Energy Use 20%
Wells Fargo newly built banking stores will …

Gates Foundation Headquarters Aims for LEED
Groundbreaking ceremonies were held last week for …

Premier SIPs Exceed LA LEED Requirements
Used for the entire building envelope, Premier …

DOE Launches EnergySmart Hospitals Initiative
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced …

Shurtape HVAC Tapes Contribute to LEED Credits
Seven HVAC tapes manufactured by Shurtape Technologies …

Olympic Village Features Hybrid SolarWall PV/T System
The Beijing Olympic Village is now home …

AV's Architectural Wind System Installed at Logan Airport
AeroVironment's Architectural Wind system has been installed …

Dockside Green is Highest-scoring LEED Platinum Building
Perkins+Will has announced completion of the highest-scoring …

California Sets Green Building Standards Code
Last week the California Building Standards Commission …

Survey Findings Say Home Owners Want Green
The survey found that 78% of homeowners …

Oakland, CA Debuts Residential Green Building Standards
Last week, Oakland, Calif.'s first residential green …

NAHB Notes 800 Professionals Are Now Certified Green
Less than five months after its introduction, …

AIA Debuts GreenStep Online Video Series
The AIA has debuted its GreenStep video …

Pennsylvania Establishes $650 M Energy Fund
The $650 million package includes $92.5 million …

NCCER Responds to Industry Call for Green Building Training
The National Center for Construction Education and …

CCEF Marks $2.5M More for Affordable Housing Initiative
The Connecticut Clean Energy Fund (CCEF) board …

SBIC Opens Beyond Green Awards Application Period
The Sustainable Buildings Industry Council is now …

DOE Headquarters Receives Energy Star Recognition from EPA
The DOE's James Forrestal Headquarters Building uses …

MLB Rolled Out Green Carpet for 2008 All-Star Game
One of the longest—and greenest—red carpets ever …

GREENGUARD Introduces New Certification Category
GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI) has added the …

Yudelson Announces New Green Homes Book
Green building expert Jerry Yudelson has announced …

Callison Works with USGBC to Develop LEED for Retail
Callison has partnered with the USGBC to …

Queen City Square Aims for LEED
The 41-story, 825,000-square-foot Great American Building aims …

Cottage Living’s Idea Home Features REC Solar System
Cottage Living’s “green” Idea Home features a …

EMSI Consults on 1st Gold LEED Commercial Building in China
EMSI provided consulting services for Century Prosper …