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Landscapes now get 'green' ratings
usatoday.com — As of Thursday, even open-air spaces — from parks and parking lots to corporate and college campuses — will have their own environmental rating system. "The recognition of the need to address climate change and sustainability is going up and up," says ... (more) Landscapes now get 'green' ratings
A Regional Green Building Case Study Project
greenbiz.com — Download Website: U.S. Green Building Council, Chicago Chapter This report from the U.S. Green Building Council's Chicago Chapter is the first to provide detailed post-occupancy performance data on a regional level. The study looks at 25 ... (more) A Regional Green Building Case Study Project
LEED Buildings Cut Energy and Emissions, Boost Worker Comfort, Study Finds
LEED Buildings Cut Energy and Emissions, Boost Worker Comfort, Study Finds
greenerbuildings.com — The Chicago chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council this week released the first study of post-construction performance of LEED-certified buildings in the region, measuring their performance compared to conventional buildings. (more) LEED Buildings Cut Energy and Emissions, Boost Worker ...
Herzog & de Meuron Unveil New Miami Art Museum
Herzog & de Meuron Unveil New Miami Art Museum
inhabitat.com — Herzog & de Meuron recently unveiled their finished design for the new Miami Art Museum , which will be a stunning building surrounded by hanging gardens with tropical plants. Fit for a world renowned art museum, the new MAM will be three ... (more) Herzog & de Meuron Unveil New Miami Art Museum
'Green' library in Marcellus earns LEED Silver rating
syracuse.com — By Marie Morelli / The Post-Standard October 28, 2009, 5:18PM David Lassman The Marcellus Free Library, at 32 Maple St. in the Upper Crown Mill development, recently received a Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design Silver rating from the ... (more) 'Green' library in Marcellus earns LEED Silver rating
Designer pinpoints trends in green building
Designer pinpoints trends in green building
sustainableindustries.com — Seattle designer Lucia Athens pinpoints emerging trends in green building. (more) Designer pinpoints trends in green building