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1. Feature: Engineering leadership
Uniquely trained to integrate individual building components into holistic systems, engineers are now being invited to transform the roots of yesterday's green designs into today's sophisticated and cost-effective, sustainable facilities.
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2. DOE, EPRI team up on energy efficiency
The Dept. of Energy and the Electric Power Research Institute signed a memorandum of understanding in early March to closely coordinate their research, development, and deployment of energy-efficient technologies. The MOU outlines a plan to use energy-efficiency and electric energy demand response programs to help meet the nation's electrical needs..
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3. High-performing buildings standard open for second public review
A proposed standard that will essentially define high-performing buildings in code-intended language is one step closer to completion. Proposed ASHRAE Standard 189.1, "Standard for the Design of High-Performance Green Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings," is now open for its second public review.
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4. Sustainable facility management is the next wave
In an article by Christopher P. Hodges, he describes how sustainable facilities have arrived.
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5. Green curriculum the focus in California district
Lake Tahoe Unified School District will emphasize a green component with a proposed Green Academy project.
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6. Feature: Mentoring engineers: myths, motivations, and models
More and better mentoring will raise engineering quality and improve the business performance of engineering firms.
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7. Buildings earning Energy Star certification rise 50% in 2007
Last year, more than 1,400 commercial buildings and plants earned the Energy Star certification--a rise of more than 50%. More than 4,100 buildings now have the Energy Star label, with Energy Star buildings in every state.
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8. Blog: Thoughts on Sustainable Design
In David Sellers’ last post, he said he would share a few more of the things that have helped him feel connected with the earth and environment. What follows is that list.
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9. A green insurance plan
Lexington Insurance Co., Boston, has introduced Upgrade to Green Commercial, an insurance plan that allows for the rebuilding of sites with green construction practices. The insurance company will cover the expenses of sustainable building practices and other eco-friendly materials, along with paying the costs of recycling during reconstruction and at the time of loss.
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10. Portland, Ore.: America's greenest city
Portland, Ore., narrowly edges out San Francisco as the greenest city in America, according to Popular Science magazine.
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11. Ecobuild America and AEC-ST Conference
Register for Ecobuild America and AEC-ST. Conference: May 19-22, 2008; exhibition: May 21-22, 2008; location: Anaheim (Calif.) Convention Center. Our readers receive free exhibit and keynote admission.
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12. More green building and sustainability articles
Read additional news and features about green and sustainable buildings.
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