Category: Green Building LEED News
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Illinois Residents Demand a Ban on Fracking
An Illinois ban on fracking is inevitable. The question is whether it will happen before or after a major fracking disaster. The public comment period on Illinois’ draft regulations ended Jan. 3 with groups in potentially impacted areas repeating their call for a ban on fracking. A group of southern Illinois residents representing several grassroots groups drove to Illinois…
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Trans-Pacific Partnership Could Move Way Too Fast
Legislation has been introduced to Fast Track this extremely controversial free trade agreement.
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The Greenest Superbowl Ever, Says NFL
Although other stadiums are shooting for net-zero energy, this one excels on its foodservice operations.
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Arizona Incubator Focuses on Recycling Economies
Arizona State’s cleantech incubator will help entrepreneurs that create economic opportunities out of waste streams.
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Iconic ‘Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas’ Sign Now Powered by Solar
Regardless if whatever happens in Las Vegas actually stays there, visitors are now welcomed by renewable energy. The flashy, landmark “Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas” sign began using solar power on Wednesday, The Associated Press reported. Solar panels on 25-foot towers have been linked to the 55-year-old neon sign that welcomes people to one of the…