Tag: leed
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Green Buildings A Trillion Dollar Money Shaker?
A new report out from Pike Research forecasts the growth of zero energy building construction revenues worldwide to reach into the trillions by 2035.
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Army to Congress: LEED Doesn’t Cost More
The Army is still going for Gold and Platinum despite recent legislation calling a halt to LEED spending. The federal government has been one of the biggest supporters of LEED certification in the last few years, with the General Services Administrati…
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Leading with LEED
Matt Pearce Campaign Specialist U.S. Green Building Council Earlier this month, USGBC launched its first of seven 2012 advocacy campaigns initiatives. The aim of the kick-off Leadership with LEED campaign is to grow green building and expand the use o…
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From Devastation to Development: How Cincinnati is Working to Change the Haiti Conversation
Myron J. Rivers Executive Director USGBC Cincinnati Regional Chapter There are certain times and events throughout history that can be described with one word or phrase and require no further explanation. These words instantly evoke a deep sense of me…
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Chicago Can Share Best Practices for a Green Economy
Doug Widener Executive Director USGBC Illinois Chapter Rio +20 presents an opportunity for cities to listen, learn, and forge pathways for a more sustainable built environment Chicago: Home of the Cubs, the Blues Brothers, deep-dish pizza, and more L…