EcoBuilding Pulse: Latest Courseshttp://www.ecobuildingpulse.com/continuing-ed/default.aspx?view=rss&id=Query_tcm131199109<url /><link /></image><description> The Information Source for the Home Building Industry </description><language>en-us</language><copyright>&copy;2013 Hanleywood</copyright><pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2013 11:30:23 EST </pubDate><webMaster /><item><title>Design and Specification of Sustainable Custom Ironworkhttp://www.ecobuildingpulse.com?rssLink=Design+and+Specification+of+Sustainable+Custom+IronworkOver the centuries, wrought iron has been an important expressive material that reflects refined taste and character. Despite wrought iron’s rigidity and strength, it can be molded into graceful and elegant shapes with beauty that endures. The possibilities for expression in iron are nearly unlimited.Thu, 18 Apr 2013 11:30:23 EST Building Materials Matter: How Green Rating Systems, Codes, and Sourcing Practices Influence Specification Decisions http://www.ecobuildingpulse.com?rssLink=Building+Materials+Matter%3a+How+Green+Rating+Systems%2c+Codes%2c+and+Sourcing+Practices+Influence+Specification+DecisionsAs a building material, responsibly-sourced wood contributes to efficient construction and operation. Review today’s prevalent green rating systems, building codes and standards as they related to ensuring responsible building practices. Sustainable sourcing of wood, it’s economic, social and environmental implications, and how it factors into rating systems, codes and sourcing practices are addressed. This program is registered with the AIA for 1 HSW/SD hour.Fri, 12 Oct 2012 05:40:15 EST