San Francisco's Famous Exploratorium Aims for Net-Zero Energy
At 333,000-square-feet, it's one of the biggest net-zero projects in the world.
Green Building
Cleveland Clinic Gets LEED Certified
All new buildings at this esteemed medical institution are LEED-certified, 10 so far.
Self-Sustaining College Campus Grows in California Desert
College of the Desert will prepare students for green careers in the most sustainable of settings.
New Green Building Certification Focuses on Landscapes
Like LEED, the SITES rating system gives points for restoring and enhancing the web of soil and vegetation - sustainable design, construction and maintenance of landscapes.
Net-Zero Homes Being Built in South Carolina, Sacramento
Nexus EnergyHomes combine solar and geothermal, and SMUD supports net-zero apartment buildings.
Market for Building Integrated Solar Set to Quadruple
Net-zero buildings and materials breakthroughs will accelerate BIPV projects.
San Francisco Medical Office Earns LEED Platinum Recognition
Water efficiency, paperless records and specialized equipment contributed to the certification.
NYC Shows Dramatic Variations in Building Energy Consumption
NYC's energy efficiency would rise a dramatic 18% if the few poorest performers upgraded.
Industry Group Challenges LEED Green Building Certification
Chamber of Commerce, plastic, chemicals, construction industry has formed a group to challenge LEED as the industry standard for green building.
Green-Certified Homes Get 9% Higher Sales Price in California
Homes labeled with Energy Star or LEED sell for 9% more.
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