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High Performance Buildings Conference Coming in March
Press Release Issued by ASHRAE
The conference will focus on case studies and networking, and offer attendees an exchange of ideas on best practices for high performance buildings.
Solar Decathlon 2013 Teams Announced
Press Release Issued by U.S. Department of Energy
Steven Chu has announced the 20 teams selected to compete in the 2013 Solar Decathlon and unveiled the competition’s location; Irvine, California.
IES Project Manager Named to the Experienced Modelers List
Press Release Issued by IES
Individuals on CaGBC’s Experienced Modelers List are to ensure the integrity of LEED certification in Canada.
Market Report on Zero Energy Buildings Available
Press Release Issued by Reportlinker.com
The report provides data on the size and growth of the market for zero energy building markets, including renewable energy systems and more.
Revenue from Net Zero Energy Buildings to Increase
Press Release Issued by Pike Research
Pike Research's report, "Zero Energy Buildings", provides data on the size and growth of the market for zero energy building markets.
AAF to Present Award to the USGBC
Press Release Issued by American Architectural Foundation
AAF presents the Keystone Award annually to an individual or organization from outside the architectural discipline for exemplary design leadership.
SunTrackers Receives Green Mark Certification
Press Release Issued by Ciralight Global
The Green Mark Certification allows Singapore building owners that install Ciralight SunTrackers to benefit from incentive programs and grants.
Pennsylvania Passes Green Construction Bill
Press Release Issued by PennFuture
PennFuture commends a new bill that provides clear high-performance building standards.
New Green Building Standards Available
Press Release Issued by ASHRAE
Changes to help make buildings and systems more sustainable are part of the newly published version of the high performance green building standard.
Elemental LED Partners with the USGBC
Press Release Issued by Elemental LED
The new partnership will provide USGBC Northern California members with steep discounts on energy-efficient LED lighting products.
Green Survey Results Released
Press Release Issued by Krantz Select Woods
A survey by Krantz Select Woods shows environmental concerns are important for new build or remodel projects.
Retrofitting Saves Tenants Money on Gas Bills
Press Release Issued by ARUP
Arup was commissioned by Salix Homes to provide low carbon retrofit advice for the Decent Homes Plus program.
First Sustainable Landscapes Certified
Press Release Issued by ASLA
The Sustainable Sites Initiative has announced the first projects to be certified by the nation’s most comprehensive system for rating landscapes.
Report Examines the Carbon Cycle
Press Release Issued by Dovetail Partners
A new report from Dovetail Partners starts from square one in understanding the building blocks of carbon science and policy impacts.
High Demand for Energy Audits in Portland
Press Release Issued by Hammer and Hand
Remodeler and green builder Hammer & Hand’s home performance team has tripled in size and is opening a new home performance office.
Green Storm Drainage System Installed in Historic Building
Press Release Issued by Kana Pipeline
Kana Pipeline installed a green drainage system in the first LEED certified laboratory housed in a renovated historically registered building.
AIA Portland Offers Energy Efficiency Courses
Press Release Issued by AIA Portland
The AIA+2030 Professional Series helps design professionals create buildings that meet the ambitious energy efficiency goals of the 2030 Challenge.
IceBank Helps High School Save Energy
Press Release Issued by CALMAC
CALMAC IceBank thermal energy storage tanks have been installed at the recently retrofitted Romeoville High School located near Chicago.
Leasing Solar Panels Increases
Press Release Issued by NREL
Rooftop solar panels are attracting customers who are choosing to lease rather than buy.
LEED Exam Webinar Series Announced
Press Release Issued by WPL Publishing
WPL will host a four-part webinar series to help people prepare for the LEED Green Associate exam.
Learn About Europe’s Most Sustainable Development Models
Press Release Issued by NESEA
BuildingEnergy12 will feature a presentation on how the City of Hamburg is implementing energy efficient and carbon-neutral construction.
New Orange County USGBC Executive Director
Press Release Issued by Orange County USGBC
The Orange County Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council has named a new executive director and board of directors.
Convincing People of Green Building’s Benefits
Press Release Issued by ICR Consulting
It’s possible to build green and cheap says ICR Consulting.
Top States for Green Building
Press Release Issued by USGBC
USGBC has released its 2011 list of top 10 states for LEED-certified commercial and institutional green buildings per capita.
USGBC Recommends Executive Actions
Press Release Issued by USGBC
Along with 15 partners, USGBC has released a report that recommends actions that the Obama Administration can take to drive green building.
High Performance Buildings Conference Coming in March
The conference will focus on case studies …

Solar Decathlon 2013 Teams Announced
Steven Chu has announced the 20 teams …

IES Project Manager Named to the Experienced Modelers List
Individuals on CaGBC’s Experienced Modelers List are …

Market Report on Zero Energy Buildings Available
The report provides data on the size …

Organic Farm Uses Solar Windows to Save Energy
The project included the installation of solar …

LEED Gold Ballpark Named Park of the Year
HKS designed Salt River Fields at Talking …

Revenue from Net Zero Energy Buildings to Increase
Pike Research's report, "Zero Energy Buildings", provides …

Natural History Museum of Utah Opens New Building
The Natural History Museum of Utah's new …

AAF to Present Award to the USGBC
AAF presents the Keystone Award annually to …

SunTrackers Receives Green Mark Certification
The Green Mark Certification allows Singapore building …

Pennsylvania Passes Green Construction Bill
PennFuture commends a new bill that provides …

New Green Building Standards Available
Changes to help make buildings and systems …

Elemental LED Partners with the USGBC
The new partnership will provide USGBC Northern …

Green Survey Results Released
A survey by Krantz Select Woods shows …

Retrofitting Saves Tenants Money on Gas Bills
Arup was commissioned by Salix Homes to …

Deco Lighting Plans New LED Line
The new luminaire line will knock down …

Architectural Designer Feels All Buildings Should be Green
Lori Bork’s self designed house demonstrates her …

First Sustainable Landscapes Certified
The Sustainable Sites Initiative has announced the …

Report Examines the Carbon Cycle
A new report from Dovetail Partners starts …

High Demand for Energy Audits in Portland
Remodeler and green builder Hammer & Hand’s …

Green Storm Drainage System Installed in Historic Building
Kana Pipeline installed a green drainage system …

AIA Portland Offers Energy Efficiency Courses
The AIA+2030 Professional Series helps design professionals …

IceBank Helps High School Save Energy
CALMAC IceBank thermal energy storage tanks have …

Leasing Solar Panels Increases
Rooftop solar panels are attracting customers who …

LEED Exam Webinar Series Announced
WPL will host a four-part webinar series …

Increasing the Lifespan of Wood and More
New Image Coatings products contribute to sustainability …

Keep In the Heat or Cold
Green Building Community picks in green window, …

Yudelson Associates' Report on What’s in Store for 2012
Yudelson’s report on trends cites a focus …

Innovative, Enviro-friendly Tile
Oceanside Glasstile uses natural sand and recycled …

Save Energy with Rapid Energy Modeling
Rapid energy modeling is a process that …

The Right Place at the Right Time
Green home builder Ichijo USA makes an …

Reduce Energy Consumption with Insulfoam
Insulfoam makes many recyclable, Energy Star qualified …

Improved Air Quality with Lower Energy Costs
Dynamic Air Quality Solutions advocates for the …

Our Drool-worthy Sustainable Products Wish List
With the holidays in full swing, we …

2011: a Big Year for Innovations
A list of the nine most impressive …