Posted by admin on February 3, 2009 · Leave a Comment
The American National Standards Institute has approved a national green building standard for all residential properties.
A collaborative effort between the ICC (International Code Council) and NAHB (National Association of Home Builders), the Standard provides the “green” practices that can be incorporated into new homes, including high-rise multifamily buildings, home remodeling and additions, hotels and motels, and the site upon which the green... [Read More...]
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Posted by admin on January 15, 2009 · Leave a Comment
The US Green Building Council has released an important report with a series of findings that show the energy revolution is on, despite the economic turmoil nationwide. It may just prove to be the bright green growth we need to turn things around. The press release cites 5 reports, all of which point in the same direction:
USGBC PRESS RELEASE:
www.usgbc.org / 1.13.09
National Studies Show Green Building as Key Part of America’s Economic Recovery
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