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Lafarge U.S. Headquarters in Chicago Earns LEED Gold

February 6, 2014

Gold certification identifies Lafarge’s Chicago office as a showcase for sustainable design and recognizes the company’s leadership in transforming the building industry.

Anti-LEED Legislation

Growing anti-leed movement prohibits state-funded buildings from trying to be leed-certified.

Chris Dixon

February 3, 2014

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An interesting anti-LEED movement seems to be gaining momentum among states that are opposed to the USGBC LEED rating system.

All in Agreement

You Name It

Pete Battisti

January 2, 2014

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Creating a possible new project delivery method, Integrated Project Synchronization.

Armstrong Ceiling Options Contributes to New LEED v4 Credits for Acoustic Performance

December 18, 2013

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Improving the acoustic environment in commercial office spaces is possible with attention to key finishes.

Drainable Housewrap Used on Waterfront Property

A Rhode Island house achieves a five star Energy Star rating and is currently in the review process for LEED.

George Caruso

December 2, 2013

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Nestled in the town of Westerly, R.I., is a small beachfront community called Weekapaug.

Straight Green

Building Product Transparency— Be Careful What You Ask For

Officially launched October 2013 as an alternative to HPDS, the PTD will be developed through the ANSI process by a balanced group of stakeholders in an open, consensus-based process.

Chris Dixon

December 2, 2013

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Since when did architects become responsible for ensuring occupant health resulting from exposure to building material ingredients?

Sustainable Construction Starts with the Building Envelope

Using green building design to create sustainable structures.

Cliff Black

November 1, 2013

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Climate change is a reality. As an industry—and as responsible members of society—we need to work to reduce emissions.

Straight Green

EPDs, HPDs and Red Lists (Oh My)!

A deeper look into Health Product Declarations

Chris Dixon

November 1, 2013

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The latest Green Globes and LEED green building rating systems have introduced new building materials credits.

Lafarge Hands over Keys to First NetZero Precast Concrete Homes

October 21, 2013

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Partnering with Stantec to design the first NetZero energy precast concrete homes in North America, the team has targeted LEED Platinum certification.