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Watch USGBC CEO Rick Fedrizzi’s Greenbuild 2012 keynote speech.
Author: LEaD Blogger
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A STRONG Act for a Stronger America
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Most pieces of legislation start with a series of customary “findings.” But the findings section of the Strengthening The Resiliency of Our Nation on the Ground (STRONG) Act of 2012 reads like a biblical warning.
It points out that:
• There have been 130 separate billion-dollar-plus disasters in the U.S. in the past 30 years (14 in 2011 alone). -
Senator Inouye’s Legacy Calls for Continued Commitment to the Environment
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Advancing research on undersea alternative energy sources, promoting renewable energy generation, supporting habitat conservation and the protection of endangered species and vulnerable ecosystems—this is just a short list of some of the seminal environmental efforts and policies that Senator Daniel K. Inouye’s supported over his 58 years of distinguished public service. All of us from Hawaii and all across the nation are deeply saddened by his passing yesterday.
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Across a Portfolio, Vornado Takes LEED to a New Level
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Vornado Realty Trust, one of the largest owners and managers of commercial real estate in the United States, recently achieved LEED certification at 30 properties in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan region.
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Green School Facts
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FACT: LEED-certified schools are designed to save energy, water and money. The operations and maintenance of a building are critical components to ensuring ongoing building performance.
Whether it’s a school, a data center or an office building, proper operation and maintenance of any green building is critical to ensure ongoing, long-term LEED performance.
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With End of Oil in Sight, Saudi Arabia’s LEED Community is Vision of Sustainable Future
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Given the recent revelations that Saudi Arabia may be running out of oil, and that the U.S. is poised to surpass the kingdom as an oil producer, it is no surprise that the kingdom is looking at ways to diversify its economy and its energy future.
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Senate Committee Hears Recommendations on Future of Efficiency Tax Incentives
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As Congress and the White House continue to negotiate over long-term revenue and spending items, the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Energy, Natural Resources and Infrastructure held a hearing Dec. 12 to survey stakeholder feedback on current energy efficiency tax deductions and credits and what changes could improve the tax code in this area.
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10 Tips for Submitting a Strong Greenbuild Education Session Proposal
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Last week, the chairs of our Greenbuild education committee and working groups hosted a webinar explaining what makes for a strong Greenbuild education session proposal. Here are some of the best tips from Tulane School of Architecture faculty member Tatiana Eck, Wight & Co. Senior Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer Lois Vitt Sale and Inspirit LLC Principal Annette Stelmack:
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Energy Department Eyes Offshore Wind
U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu has announced seven offshore wind awards for projects in Maine, New Jersey, Ohio, Oregon, Texas and Virginia.
