Author: LEED Blogger
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DOM(E) is Sustainable Geodesic Prefab for Any Location
No Rules Just Architecture has created DOM(E), an prefabricated off-grid home that is an eco-friendly and portable shelter. DOM(E) provides optimal living conditions no matter where it is located and is less expensive than traditional construction, while making the best use of natural energy resources. DOM(E) can be folded for transport and assembled on-site. Its…
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Green Roof on Children’s Hospital Contributes to LEED Potential
Three green roofs can be seen from many of the patients’ rooms at the new Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital that was dedicated last November. A 6,000 square foot terrace green roof, with a deck that is accessible only to patients and families, utilizes the LiveRoof® Hybrid Green Roof System, a modular green roof system.…
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SolarCity to Add 12.8 MW of New Solar to Hawaii Military Homes
SolarCity today announced plans to add 12.8 MW of new solar generation capacity to provide solar power to up to 7,500 military homes at Lend Lease-managed Island Palm Communities throughout the island of Oahu, including Fort Shafter, Schofield Barracks, Wheeler Army […] — Solar Builder magazine
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First Solar To Build 23 MW of Solar Power in New Mexico
First Solar Inc. announced today an agreement with Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) to construct three solar power plants totaling 23 MW-AC of generating capacity. Under the agreement, First Solar is expected to provide engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) […] — Solar Builder magazine
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How Much Can Green Infrastructure Save You?
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