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NAHB Develops Land Use Resources for Home Builders and Buyers

The Pro Builder

The effect of local land-use policy on housing affordability is not often readily understood by those outside of the home building industry. Zoning and development regulations that make it easier and less costly to build affordable housing are one way to encourage production of such housing.

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Patty Rubstello Joins WSP as National Transportation Strategic Advisor

Civil + Structural Engineer

She is a member of Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) and was named WTS Member of the Year in 2019. WSP designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. She earned a Lifetime Achievement Award from IBTTA in 2023. WSP in the U.S. wsp.com

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Sustainability and Green Building: The Evolving Role of Quantity Surveyors in Dublin

UK Construction Blog

The post Sustainability and Green Building: The Evolving Role of Quantity Surveyors in Dublin appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Introduction to Green Building Sustainable construction is no longer a niche market, especially in cities like Dublin where the demand for eco-friendly buildings is rapidly increasing.

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Ohio university gets hub for energy research and development

Construction Specifier

The 6,038 m 2 (65,000 sf) facility will support research and development of the next generation of smart energy systems, renewable energy, and green mobility. The facility includes a 210-seat seminar room and a 96-seat cafe to serve the Innovation Center and nearby Interdisciplinary Research Facility.

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Building Green Dreams: From Startup to Sustainable Success

CCR Magazine

Starting and growing a green building business is not just a viable business idea; it’s an ethical imperative. As society continues to prioritize sustainability, embracing green building practices can lead to both a thriving business and a healthier planet. This serves a dual purpose.

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The Beyond Green High-Performance Building Awards

Natural Building

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.

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Gearing Up for the New Year!

Construction Dive

However, the share of executives indicating that it is extremely or very likely their companies would seek LEED certification if they construct a green building is only 48 percent, down from 53 percent in the 2010 survey and 61 percent in the 2008 survey. Michigan is the 24th state to approve legislation of this sort.