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USA Today's series examining the USGBC and LEED continues with a focus on the relationship between the organzation, LEED development, and the building industry.
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The USGBC repsponds to USA Today's article critiquing LEED, asserting that "LEED isn't perfect, but it is always improving" and "the costs of individual LEED credits are irrelevant because the market learns to deliver green buildings at little to no added cost."
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USA Today asserts that the green-building rating system wins tax breaks and grants, higher rents, and expedited permitting for low-cost, minor steps that have little or no proven environmental benefit.
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Now in its second year, the LEED Fellows Program announced this year’s winners.
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The Northeast state tops the list of most energy-efficient states, and Mississippi needs the most improvement, according to the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy’s State Energy Efficiency Scorecard.
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The AIA’s managing director of government relations and outreach argues for an extension of the Energy Efficient Commercial Building Tax Deduction.
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Highlights with a focus on sustainability from Cersaie 2012, Italy's international exhibiton of ceramic tile and bathroom furnishings.
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A new study reports that retrofitting existing windows comes close to delivering the same energy benefits of new, high-performance replacement windows—at less cost.
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The standards development organization announces it will help develop product category reviews (PCRs) and verify environmental product declarations (EPDs).
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Thirty-two state and local governments, tribes, and non-profit organizations will receive funds for their efforts to improve indoor air quality.