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ICC and SFPE jointly publish smoke control engineering book
05/08/2008
A Guide to Smoke Control in the 2006 IBC, addresses smoke management and creates a bridge between smoke management and the code requirements of the IBC. More

Energy efficiency codes updated
05/08/2008
Several states have updated their energy efficiency policies. More
Significant changes to Florida building codes
05/08/2008
Starting Oct. 1, Florida will adopt the latest building codes. More
Complete list of 'before you dig' phone numbers
05/08/2008
The American Society of Plumbing Engineers has compiled this complete list of phone numbers for each state. More
NFPA issues Certified Amending Motions
05/08/2008
The NFPA has released its Certified Amending Motions, which will be presented at the annual meeting. More
Green Technical Committee meets for the first time
05/08/2008
The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials recently convened the inaugural meeting of its Green Technical Committee. More
UPDATE: Chicago, county, firms to pay $100 million to settle suits in 2003 Chicago high-rise fire
04/25/2008
Environmental Systems Design, Chicago, and SimplexGrinnell, Boca Raton, Fla., among the defendants. City of Chicago to pay $50 million. More
Earthquake expert: older structures vulnerable in Midwest
04/23/2008
An earthquake in the future of high magnitude would cause widespread damage, because unlike structures in California, bridges and buildings in the Midwest aren’t engineered to be earthquake resistant. The Midwest lies on the New Madrid fault. More
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Philadelphia and Boston Groups Seek to Build the Most Energy Efficient Green Home Possible for $100,000
Source: www.industrialnewsupdate.com
Date: 11 hours 24 minutes ago
Village Green Energy, Inc. Supports Green Building Development with Renewable Energy
Source: www.prlog.org
Date: 18 hours 12 minutes ago
Bazzeo Joins USGBC
Abu Dhabi to launch green code
AIA Releases Study of Three Green Building Rating Systems
Source: www.healthcaredesignmagazine.com
Date: 22 hours 32 minutes ago

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March 26, 2008
Engineer's legacy casts positive light on engineering
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February 12, 2008
Reviving the mentor mentality
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A Field Guide for Engineers
David Sellers, Senior Engineer, Facility Dynamics Engineering
June 9, 2007
Damper tests provide valuable insights. Seriously--I'm not kidding. Part 2
As you will recall from the preceding post, a field test conducted as a part of a ret...
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April 19, 2007
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Gayle D. Gwinup, P.E. - 3/18/2008 2:14:01 PM PT
in response to Wal-Mart to perform energy audits at state capitols

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in response to Wal-Mart to perform energy audits at state capitols

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