Master Series session at Greenbuild to highlight how program has helped accelerate LEED in the marketplace
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2011 LEED for Homes Award Recipients Announced
USGBC recognizes excellence in the green residential building community at its Greenbuild Conference & Expo in Toronto
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New Leader at the Helm of WorldGBC
Toronto, Canada, Monday 3 October 2011: The World Green Building Council(WorldGBC) has appointed Rick Fedrizzi to the position of chairman, following the annual general meeting today.
President, CEO and Founding Chair of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), Fedrizzi leads the world’s largest national green building council. Under his direction, USGBC has undertaken a far-reaching agenda that has more than tripled its membership and broadened its influence.
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What’s new with LEED and Demand Response? Find out at Greenbuild 2011
Earlier this year, USGBC launched the Demand Response LEED Pilot Credit as a road test before full adoption in LEED 2012. We are now working on ways to engage even more projects, drive widespread adoption of demand response participation, and develop a stronger relationship between the energy & building communities.
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USGBC Students National Chair Perspective: The 2011 Solar Decathlon
Morning rain and clouds thankfully gave way to a bright and sunny day for the U.S. Department of Energy’s Solar Decathlon in Washington D.C. on Wednesday. University students from across the country as well as several from around the world have been displaying the fruits of their hard work in an exciting and innovative energy challenge. Seventeen student groups in total are still competing for the coveted title of the most energy-efficient solar home in a daily series of contests, ranging from affordability, comfort, and market appeal.
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Current LEED APs: Add a Specialty to Your LEED Credential at Greenbuild
Are you a LEED AP? If so, there is still time to add a specialty to your LEED credential at the USGBC’s annual Greenbuild conference even if your enrollment deadline has passed. The majority of LEED Professionals have already added a specialty to their LEED credential but the window is closing.
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Department of Education launches Green Ribbon Schools Program
With today’s announcement from Secretary Arne Duncan, the Department of Education has finalized the criteria for the Green Ribbon Schools program and is inviting schools to participate in this landmark initiative.
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United Technologies Corp. Launches Website Dedicated to Energy-Efficient Buildings
United Technologies Corp., founding sponsor of the Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council, just launched an exciting new microsite that delves into the importance of energy-efficient building systems. Through this initiative, UTC continues to show its dedication to sustainability and innovation in green building.
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World’s Largest Green Building Conference & Expo Headed to Toronto Next Week
Greenbuild’s economic impact on local economy an expected $26 million CAD with 25,000 delegates