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  A new Web-based tool aims to offer easy access to health and safety studies on industrial chemicals

• IGCC Public Version 2.0 Released

  The International Green Construction Code Public Version 2.0 is now available for download. Code change proposals will be accepted until Jan. 3.

• Study Predicts Energy Efficiency to Be Growing Focus in 2011

  A new white paper from Pike Research lists 10 key trends that may have an influence on efficiency measures in the commercial building industry in 2011.

• USGBC Accepting Proposals for Greenbuild 2011 Sessions

  USGBC is now accepting session proposals for several events, including Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Toronto in October 2011.

• LEED for Healthcare Passes Member Ballot

  The USGBC’s LEED for Healthcare rating system passed by member ballot with an 87 percent approval rate.

• Global Leadership in Our Built Environment Alliance Issues Call for Partners

  The international coalition GLOBE seeks to advocate for sustainable building practices as a key strategy in combating climate change.

• USGBC Launches Two New LEED Offerings

  LEED for Retail is the latest version of the LEED green building rating system, while the LEED Volume Program is designed for high-volume property developers.

• Call for Entries: 2011 AIA/COTE Top Ten Green Projects

  The AIA Committee on the Environment is now accepting projects for the program’s 15th year.

• USGBC Opens Public Comment Period for Next Version of LEED

  Proposed changes to the LEED green building rating system are posted for public comment through Dec. 31.

• GSA Raises Federal Building Requirement to LEED Gold

  GSA's facilities standards will be updated by the end of 2010.