BD+C

DECEMBER 26, 2013

What are the major trends likely to affect the green building industry and markets in the U.S. As one of the world''s leading green building consultants, keynote speakers and authors, Jerry Yudelson thinks he knows the answers. He offers his green building mega-trends for 2014: read more.

Green Building 111

Green Building Energy Efficiency Health Regulations Building Automation 111

The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

The show home features cutting-edge technologies, the latest in building science principles and best practices, and offers a real-world glimpse into the future of residential building to a higher standard. Though it was no easy task, this year’s build followed a proven process that can be applied to any home at any price point.

Renewable Energy Systems 243

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Wall Systems 243

BD+C

JULY 17, 2014

“Green” construction in the U.S. That is the conclusion that New York-based nonprofit Urban Green Council found in their research on “high cholesterol buildings.”. has mostly been on a fad diet – one where trimming energy consumption is focused on the present but not the long run. Body Image: read more.

Green Building 102

Green Building Energy Efficiency HVAC Systems Masonry 102

Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

Because there has been a reliance on rating systems, “we [as an industry] haven’t always incorporated the best practices in the key areas that make for good building performance,” George DuBose, vice president of Building Consulting Services with Liberty Building Forensics Group in Orlando, Fla.,

Green Building 120

Green Building Waterproofing Systems Building Codes Quality Control 120

Civil + Structural Engineer

MAY 1, 2024

Many Architects are embracing the WELL Building Standard (WELL) to address issues of human health and wellness. The importance of incorporating lifestyle into design does not stop at the walls of a building. Shared parking is a creative way to add green initiative’s into site design.

Sustainability 264

Sustainability Green Building Electrical Systems Site Planning 264

BDC Network

JULY 13, 2023

Deep green retrofits: Updating old buildings to new sustainability standards 0 qpurcell Thu, 07/13/2023 - 11:32 Sustainability HOK’s David Weatherhead and Atenor’s Eoin Conroy discuss the challenges and opportunities of refurbishing old buildings to meet modern-day sustainability standards.

Green Building 84

Green Building Building Standards Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment 84

The Pro Builder

AUGUST 23, 2023

EEBA Launches New Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation qpurcell Wed, 08/23/2023 - 09:54 The Energy & Environmental Building Alliance (EEBA) Academy has released a new training course for those interested in pursuing a Net Zero Carbon Building Professional Designation.

Building Design 245

Building Design Building Materials Energy Efficiency Building Codes 245

The Pro Builder

MAY 8, 2023

The effect of local land-use policy on housing affordability is not often readily understood by those outside of the home building industry. Most local jurisdictions set maximum densities, usually expressed as dwelling units per acre, in their zoning standards to plan ahead for infrastructure needs.

Land Use Regulations 243

Land Use Regulations Zoning Building Codes Green Building 243

BD+C

MARCH 19, 2014

Structures built to green standards have added resilience to destructive storms because green buildings are often constructed with stronger, more sustainable materials than traditional buildings. Standards Codes and Standards'

Green Building 63

Green Building Building Standards Building Resilience Building Codes 63

Best Practices Construction Law

MARCH 9, 2011

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Building Codes 85

Building Codes Building Standards Green Building 85

BD+C

OCTOBER 16, 2014

Department of Energy mandates which private-sector green building certifications can be used in federal buildings to meet energy-efficiency standards. LEED Silver may be used, and in some instances, the Green Globes program may be substituted. Standards Codes and Standards'

Green Building 61

Green Building Building Standards Energy Efficiency Building Codes 61

The Pro Builder

MAY 21, 2024

Georgia Gets Its First Passive House csweeney Tue, 05/21/2024 - 13:38 With just one other PHIUS-certified house in the southeastern US, Georgia is the second state to build to the green, zero-carbon standard Georgia just saw the completion of its first certified passive house. We’re really starting to ramp up in the Southeast.”

Building Codes 130

Building Codes Green Building Energy Efficiency Building Resilience 130

BD+C

AUGUST 21, 2014

Major building industry groups the International Code Council (ICC), ASHRAE, the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IES), and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) have agreed to collaborate on the development of Standard 189.1,

Green Building 75

Green Building Building Codes Building Standards Collaboration 75

BD+C

OCTOBER 24, 2013

In 2011, about 33% of new office buildings in the U.S. were built to green standards, but in the nation’s capital that rate has skyrocketed. has been green. Standards Codes and Standards' Since 2009, about 66% of the office space built in Washington, D.C.,

Green Building 83

Green Building Building Codes Building Standards 83

BD+C

MAY 30, 2017

An alliance of building industry groups is working to unify ASHRAE's Standard 189.1 for High-Performance Green Buildings with ICC's International Green Construction Code (IgCC) into a single model code.

Building Codes 55

Building Codes Green Building Building Standards 55

GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 20, 2022

government is investing $300 billion to update building codes and support sustainable construction, and expanding tax credits as incentives for energy-efficient construction. GCP’s CO 2 ST Reducers are setting a new standard in cement additives and concrete admixtures that reduce embodied carbon and reduce costs. .

Building Codes 148

Building Codes Energy Efficiency Waterproofing Systems Building Materials 148

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

That’s right: Solar power is becoming a game-changer for developers, helping them build greener, more energy-efficient commercial spaces that not only benefit the environment but also make good financial sense. Hawaii’s Green Building Codes and Energy Efficiency Mandates First off, let’s talk about the rules that are pushing things forward.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

BD+C

JUNE 2, 2014

Responding to the growing desire for more livable communities and rising concern about our planet, the Green Parking Council (GPC), an affiliate of the International Parking Institute (IPI), launched the Green Garage Certification program. The program is the parking industry equivalent of the U.S.

Green Building 91

Green Building Modular Construction Building Codes Facility Management 91

The Pro Builder

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Tight Envelope Air Sealing With Aerobarrier Drives Energy Efficiency and More kcichowicz Mon, 12/11/2023 - 10:35 Case Study Image For 30 years, New Tradition Homes has led the Washington home building market, constructing over 5000 single-family homes. Building to high standards is reflected in the company slogan, ‘We Build Homes for Life!’.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Building Codes Building Standards Green Building 130

BD+C

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

The 2018 International Green Construction Code (2018 IgCC) has been released. Green Building Council (USGBC), International Code Council (ICC), ASHRAE , and the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES). The 2018 IgCC is a joint initiative of the U.S.

Green Building 102

Green Building Building Codes Building Standards Building Design 102

BD+C

APRIL 10, 2014

The Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI), which administers third-party certification for the LEED standard, and the Well Building Institute will collaborate to promote the WELL Building Standard. The WELL Standard seeks to make buildings healthier spaces through better air quality and lighting.

Building Standards 49

Building Standards Green Building Building Codes Collaboration 49

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

As they build, it’s crucial for you to pay utmost attention to the plumbing layout and use appropriate materials. It tackles more complex systems that manage water supply, waste removal and gas lines in large buildings. Follow strict building codes and safety regulations to ensure the system’s proper installation.

Plumbing 52

Plumbing Plumbing Systems Piping Installation Building Code Compliance 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

As businesses and developers strive to create eco-friendly buildings, utility systems play a pivotal role in reducing environmental impact and improving efficiency. The Importance of Sustainable Utilities in Commercial Construction Utilities like electricity, water, and gas are essential to the functionality of any commercial building.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability HVAC System Installation Energy Conservation 52

BD+C

AUGUST 4, 2014

Less than a year after opening its ultra-green, hydropowered data center facility in Luleå, Sweden, Facebook is back at it in Mother Svea with yet another novel approach to data center design. read more.

HVAC Systems 99

HVAC Systems Energy Efficiency Building Codes Facility Management 99

BD+C

OCTOBER 24, 2014

The International WELL Building Institute has launched the WELL Building Standard Version 1.0, Standards Codes and Standards' which focuses on enhancing people’s health and well-being through the built environment. This collaboration ensures that WELL works with LEED.

Building Standards 45

Building Standards Green Building Building Codes Collaboration 45

BD+C

JULY 28, 2014

Traditionally, solar panels are a flat addition placed on the roof of a building. But students of the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences in Germany have designed “ OnTop ,” solar panels big enough to be an extra unit of housing that can fit on top of existing apartment buildings. Body Image: read more.

Energy Efficiency 90

Energy Efficiency Green Building Building Codes Building Standards 90

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 18, 2013

Green building need not be expensive if cost strategies, program management and environmental strategies are integrated into the project plan from the beginning, according to the report “ Creating a Better World, The Case For Green Buildings.” Standards Codes and Standards'

Green Building 63

Green Building Building Commissioning Project Management Building Codes 63

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Fire safety is an integral part of modern construction design, influencing not only building materials and layouts but also regulatory compliance and overall safety standards. These innovations are transforming how buildings are designed, emphasizing the importance of prevention, containment, and evacuation strategies.

Fire Protection Systems 52

Fire Protection Systems Safety Regulations Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 15, 2023

to set general code standards requiring the reduction of embodied carbon emissions in the design and building process, applicable to both commercial buildings and schools. The code additions are amendments to the 2022 California Green Building Standards Code ( CALGreen ), Part 11, Title 24.

Building Code Compliance 98

Building Code Compliance Building Codes Building Standards Building Materials Manufacturing 98

BD+C

MAY 22, 2014

The District of Columbia has more green buildings than other large U.S. cities on a per capita basis, according to the 2012 Green Building Report. s policies have made it a leader in highly efficient building construction and renovation. To help guide policies for a new era of green design, D.C.’s

Green Building 96

Green Building Building Commissioning Energy Efficiency Building Codes 96

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 13, 2024

The DOE ZERH program represents the federal government’s most stringent above-code voluntary program for high-performance homes. A “Passive House” is a high-performance building standard developed by the Passive House Institute and is the only internationally recognized, performance-based energy standard in construction.

Energy Efficiency 130

Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Project Management Consulting Green Building 130

BD+C

APRIL 24, 2013

North Carolina lawmakers have introduced state legislation that would restrict the use of national green building rating programs, including LEED, on public projects. House Bill 628 would insert new language in a section of state law that calls for energy- and water-use standards for major public facility construction and renovations.

Building Materials Manufacturing 92

Building Materials Manufacturing Green Building Building Codes Building Standards 92

BD+C

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

The 50,000 sf Bullitt Center in Seattle is being constructed to be the greenest, most energy-efficient commercial building in the world, and meet the ambitious goals of the Living Building Challenge. “We read more.

Building Codes 59

Building Codes Green Building Building Standards Energy Efficiency 59

Natural Building

APRIL 4, 2011

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life.

Green Building 76

Green Building Sustainability Architecture Wall Systems 76

BD+C

JANUARY 31, 2013

The California Building Standards Commission adopted the new 2013 state standards code that includes new energy code provisions, accessibility standards, green building and water use modifications.The 2013 code includes: read more.

Building Commissioning 40

Building Commissioning Building Codes Building Standards Green Building 40

BD+C

MAY 23, 2013

A proposed bill before the Las Vegas City Council would allow any building built before 2009 undergoing a renovation to only have to meet the energy code requirements at the time of initial construction, not the current, stricter guidelines. Codes Codes and Standards'

Building Codes 45

Building Codes Green Building Building Standards 45

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 29, 2014

A new report from the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) finds “overwhelming evidence” to support office design as a significant influencer of the health, wellbeing and productivity of staff. Standards Codes and Standards'

Building Codes 89

Building Codes Green Building Building Standards Building Design 89