Author: LEED Blogger
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Solar power going to low-income houses thanks to California cap-and-trade
Solar power is a growing trend for homeowners, especially as prices continue to drop, but for many homeowners, the upfront cost of installing any residential solar power is still daunting. This is obviously even more true for those lower on the socioeconomic ladder. At that point, solar is a luxuryRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Awesome Office Conversion Using Pallets
Pallets are sturdy and abundant, and therefore a great material for upcycling to meet a number of architecture and design needs. A Tokyo based firm Hiroki Tominaga Atelier recently used them in a unique office space renovation. What’s more, they were able to do so without the end result looking like a DIY project. Hiroki…
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SunEdison inks deal for 7 power plants in Long Island, N.Y.
SunEdison, Inc. has signed agreements with five municipal entities on Long Island, N.Y., to build seven solar power plants totaling 14 MW DC. The electricity from these power plants will be sold to the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA), an electricity service provider for 1.1 million customers in Long Island throughRead More — Solar Builder magazine
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Safeguard Your Facility from Workplace Violence
Don’t just cross your fingers – take these actions recommended by experts. More…
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Leaders in Green Leasing Recognized
Energy, water use reductions spotlighted for honors. More…