Greetings and welcome to the October 2006 edition of the ED+C eNews.
I'm out of the office again this week; this trip finds me in Tampa for Metalcon 2006. ED+C and sister publication Roofing Contractor, in collaboration with ATAS, are sponsoring a panel discussion on "Working Together on a Green Project -- Shared Experiences," on Wednesday, 10/4, from 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. ED+C Sales Manager Liz Obloy and I will onsite, and will also be walking the show floor -- stop by booth # 1808 if you have the chance.
Lots of buzz lately on the burgeoning number of promising green builders involved in the sustainable design field. ED+C wants to know about the creme de la creme of these young innovators-- who are your favorites, and what are some of the cutting edge / stand out green projects that are commanding your full attention? Look to coming issues of the ED+C eNews for your chance to sound off regarding "who's who" of this next generation of greensters.
Don't forget to register for tomorrow's ED+C continuing Educast webinar series on green schools (http://webinar.edcmag.com)! It starts at 2:00 p.m. eastern, and features notable industry experts whose knowledge and experience in CHPS, K-12 and the Higher Education design realm will bring you new insight and opportunities in this growing field.
And, by now you may have noticed that we've added a free registration to our websites. To give you even more incentive to register, we'll be giving away prizes to a few randomly selected registered guests! Please visit our website(s) today and register for a chance to win, only at www.EDCmag.com or www.SustainableHomemag.com.
Until next time,
Joe Mayton ED+C Associate Editor
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At Greenbuild 2006, take your trade show experience to a new level by participating in ED+C's Learn Green + Earn Green contest during the Greenbuild 2006 show in Denver and you'll have the chance to win $50 -- cold, hard cash! This fun, interactive contest brings you, the attendee, to exhibitors with green building product and service information to share.
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You'll also get a new perspective on our complete line of innovative windows, curtain wall, storefronts, and entrances, and an impressive new Project Gallery, where our unique fenestration solutions can be seen in action any number of ways. EFCO is ready to help you build a greener future-and it starts when you take a look at all we have to offer. Visit efcocorp.com today.
ENERGY STAR, Changing the World One Light at a Time Watertown, Mass. - October 4, 2006, is ENERGY STAR Change a Light Day across America. As part of National Energy Month, held in October, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are encouraging consumers to make the switch to ENERGY STAR-qualified light bulbs. The month-long Change a Light, Change the World campaign encourages Americans to take the ENERGY STAR Change a Light Pledge and replace their standard incandescent light bulbs with energy-efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs), which use at least two-thirds less energy than standard incandescent bulbs and last up to ten
times longer. Additionally, the Cadmus Group, Inc. announced its expanded commitment to the ENERGY STAR Change a Light, Change the World campaign by encouraging its entire staff to pledge to replace at least one incandescent bulb at home with a CFL as an important first step in preserving our energy resources and environment. For more information, visit www.energystar.gov and
www.cadmusgroup.com.
"Father of Green Chemistry" Honored with Heinz Award for the Environment The Heinz Awards, which are chaired by Teresa Heinz, the Heinz Family Foundation, are presented in five distinct categories with each recipient receiving a $250,000 prize. This year's recipient in the Environment category is Paul Anastas, the founder of the Green Chemistry Institute in Alexandria, Va. Anastas has been dubbed the "father of Green Chemistry" for work in this area. The Heinz Awards will be presented at a private ceremony in Pittsburgh on October 24, 2006. For more information, visit
www.heinzawards.net.
ALA Recognizes Hearth & Home Technologies with National Partnership Award Minneapolis - Fireplace manufacturer Hearth & Home Technologies Inc. was recognized by the American Lung Association (ALA) with a National Partnership Award. Presented September 16, 2006 at the American Lung Association's national board meeting in Minneapolis, the award honors Hearth & Home Technologies involvement in the American Lung Association Health House program to promote clean indoor air. For more information, visit
www.lungusa.org and www.hearthnhome.com.
Osram Sylvania Celebrates Green Birthday Benchmark Las Vegas - Lighting manufacturer Osram Sylvania marked a quarter-century milestone for its Octron T8 fluorescent lamps in 2006. Manufactured by the company since 1981, the lamps have delivered significant environmental savings by replacing the previous standards: T12 fluorescents. For more information, visit www.sylvania.com.
2006 ENERGY STAR Small Business Award Winners Announced Washington, D.C. - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that eight small businesses have won the 2006 ENERGY STAR Small Business Network Awards: Basil Bandwagon Natural Market of Flemington, N.J.; three Shell gasoline stations and convenience markets in Yuma, Ariz., operated by Myobz LLC of Carlsbad, Calif.; Tripps Grill of North Bend, Pa.; Music Mart, Inc. and RBR Recumbent Bike Riders, both of State Park, Pa.; Susquehana Fire Equipment Co. of Dewart, Pa.; T.J.'s Market in Hughesville, Pa; and Holly Tree Farm Inc. DBA Gehman & Co of Mechanicsburg, Pa. For more information, visit
www.energystar.gov/smallbiz.
BASF Receives N.J. Clean Energy Leadership Award for High-Performance, Near-Zero Energy Home Florham Park, N.J. - Jack Armstrong, director of Building and Construction for BASF, accepted a New Jersey Clean Energy Leadership Awards for the BASF Better Home, Better Planet Initiative: Near-Zero Energy Home in Paterson N.J. BASF and more than 150 strategic partners, including ICF manufacturer American Polysteel, built the prototype home to inspire homeowners, builders and architects to learn more about sustainable, energy-efficient and disaster-resistant homes that are accessible to consumers at affordable prices. For more information, visit
www.basf.com/usa.
Millicare Receives Second CRI Seal of Approval LaGrange, Ga. - MilliCare's Premist NXT, a proprietary cleaning agent for carpet and textile maintenance, has received a Seal of Approval from the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI). The new seal extends the pre-mist's approved use to general carpet maintenance and cleaning, the company reports. For more information, visit www.millicare.com.
Student-Constructed Sustainable Welcoming Centre at Kinark Outdoor Centre Haliburton, Ontario - Students in the Sustainable Building Design and Construction program at Fleming College's Haliburton Campus will showcase their work with the Kinark Outdoor Centre's Sustainable Welcoming Centre. The students designed and built the 1,200 square-foot Sustainable Welcoming Centre, located near Minden, Ontario, as part of their curriculum in the intensive 20-week certificate program. The building is constructed with renewable and recycled materials - including straw bales - and uses solar energy as a power source. For more information, visit
www.flemingcollege.com.
Manufacturing Plants Recognized by EPA for Energy Efficiency Washington, D.C. - Seventeen U.S. manufacturing plants were first-time winners of EPA's ENERGY STAR award in recognition of their energy-efficient operations that prevented some 3 billion pounds of greenhouse gas emissions. The manufacturers' efforts not only cut pollution but also lowered energy consumption and reduced costs. The plants represent six percent of cement production capacity; seven percent of wet corn milling capacity; and 23 percent of auto assembly capacity. For more information, visit
www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=in_focus.bus_industries_focus.
Herman Miller, Inc., Recognized by MDEQ and EPA Zeeland, Mich. - All of Herman Miller's (www.hermanmiller.com
) West Michigan manufacturing sites are now considered Clean Corporate Citizens by the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ). The company has a total of six manufacturing facilities in the West Michigan area-five of which received the Clean Corporate Citizen (C3) Award this year, which rewards Michigan firms that consistently demonstrate environmental stewardship and pollution prevention. For more information, visit www.michigan.gov/deq.
SBIC Announces Call for Entries for 2006 Awards Program Washington, D.C. - The Sustainable Buildings Industry Council (SBIC) is now soliciting submissions for the 2006 Awards Program, which recognizes professionals who are making exceptional contributions to sustainability in America's built environment. The two main award categories to be recognized are the Best Sustainable Practice (open to SBIC members only) and Exemplary Sustainable Building (open to all). Entries must be submitted by October 27, 2006. For more information, visit
www.SBICouncil.org/prog_bpawards.htm.
Shaw Contract Group Announces Winners of the 2006 "Design Is..." Award Calhoun, Ga. - Shaw Contract Group has announced the winners of the company's 2006 "Design Is..." award. The winning projects are from: idea|span, Atlanta; Sasaki Associates, Inc., San Francisco; Studio Hive, Minneapolis; and VOA Associates Incorporated, Chicago. For more information, visit www.shawcontractgroup.com/designis.
Fiberstars Recognized by Wall Street Journal for Technology Innovation Solon, Ohio - Fiberstars, Inc. was honored in Wall Street Journal for the 2006 Wall Street Journal Innovation Awards in Energy and Power, which are conferred annually by the editors of the Wall Street Journal. According to the company, Fiberstars's EFO (Efficient Fiber Optic) line of lighting fixtures has been developed to reduce energy usage across a variety of lighting applications, and uses as little as 20 percent of the energy of traditional lighting systems. For more information, visit
www.fiberstars.com.
Mithun-Designed Yesler Community Center Earns LEED Gold Seattle, Wash. - Mithun, a Seattle-based architecture, planning, landscape architecture and interior design firm, announced that the Yesler Community Center it designed for the City of Seattle Parks and Recreation Department has earned a LEED Gold rating. The building exceeds the LEED Silver designation encouraged by the Seattle City Council. For more information, visit www.mithun.com
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Tech Museum of Innovation Opens New Gallery, Exhibition on Environmental Innovation San Jose, Calif. - The Tech Museum of Innovation, a national science and technology museum, announced that it is opening a new, permanent gallery called the "Energy Gallery," with the first exhibition for this gallery named Green by Design. Opened on September 29, 2006, the new gallery and exhibition provide visitors with hands-on, interactive experiences that teach people about renewable energy sources, and using energy more efficiently. For more information, visit
www.thetech.org.
Parents Grade Schools' IAQ Roswell, Ga. - According to a national survey, increased absenteeism, decreased concentration levels and declines in academic performance represent some of the areas of concern voiced by parents of school-aged children that can result from poor indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools. Conducted by Opinion Research Corporation on behalf of Kimberly-Clark Filtration Products, the survey revealed that half of the 476 parents polled were concerned about the quality of the air children breathed while at school; eight out of 10 said they believed a school's poor IAQ can have a direct negative effect on a student's academic performance and health. For more information, visit
www.kcfiltration.com.
MTV and Campus Climate Challenge Launch Break the Addiction Challenge New York - MTV and the Campus Climate Challenge announced the launch of the "Break the Addiction Challenge," a nationwide competition to challenge millions of high school and college-age youth to stop global warming starting at their own campus. For more information, visit www.climatechallenge.org.
Marshall Erdman Planning New Headquarters Madison, Wis. - Marshall Erdman & Associates, a national healthcare design-build firm, has partnered with real estate developer George Gialamas to design and build a new corporate headquarters in Madison. The 132,000 square-foot building will be the centerpiece of the 500-acre Old Sauk Trails Park, the city's foremost office park, developed by the Gialamas Company, and will apply for LEED certification. For more information, visit
www.erdman.com.
ACEEE Names Champions of Energy Efficiency Pacific Grove, Calif. - The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) presented four Champion of Energy Efficiency Awards at its biennial conference, the Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings, which recognize leadership and accomplishment in the energy efficiency field. For more information, visit www.aceee.org.
GSA Expands Solution to Reduce Energy Consumption, Expenses Palatine, Ill. - Schneider Electric is expanding the capabilities of its Square D PowerLogic ION power management software system with the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA). The upgrade will help the agency fulfill the Energy Policy Act of 2005 and other executive orders mandating significant reductions in energy consumption, emissions and electrical demand by federal government agencies. For more information, visit
www.us.schneider-electric.com.
Outdoor Illumination Selected for ASLA Green Roof Project Washington, D.C. - The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) has selected Outdoor Illumination, Inc. to design the outdoor lighting for its green roof in downtown Washington, D.C. The ASLA green roof demonstrates the environmental and aesthetic value of green roofs; encourages more widespread use of green roofs locally and nationally; and showcases the value landscape architects bring to this type of project. For more information, visit
www.asla.org.
Mannington Commercial Products Meet EPP Certification Calhoun, Ga. - Mannington Commercial announced that it has achieved Gold Certification on all its Infinity Modular carpet products using Antron Lumena and Antron Legacy yarns. This product platform has been awarded Environmentally Preferable Product (EPP) certification from Scientific Certification Systems (SCS), the third-party evaluation and certification program. There are 19 products represented in the initial platform, which are applicable for all commercial environments. Other product categories are currently being evaluated in relation to the standard. For more information, visit
www.mannington.com.
New Products
Improved Air Cleaners for Homeowners, HVAC Contractors Marietta, Ohio - Skuttle Indoor Air Quality Products (www.skuttle.com
) has made two significant changes to its three, high-efficiency media air cleaners-Models DB-25-20, DB-20-20 and DB-25-16, the company reports, replacing its galvanized steel air cleaner door with a tough, injection-molded thermoplastic door, which snaps on and off easily, yet fits snugly. Additionally, Skuttle has added pre-punched access and drill holes to the frames of all three air cleaner models, which allow the frames to be turned for best fit.
New Backsheet Materials for Photovoltaic Module Increase Efficiency, Lifetime Wilmington, Del. - DuPont Fluoroproducts' (www.dupont.com/photovoltaics
) Tedlar PV2100 Series polyvinyl fluoride (PVF) films, part of an extended line of Tedlar PVF films used in the protective backsheets of photovoltaic (PV) modules, provide enhanced backsheet dimensional stability and higher reflectance when compared to other products within the DuPont family of films, the company reports. The application of a film from the Tedlar PV2100 Series results in a TPT backsheet with much better dimensional stability, helping prevent wrinkling problems during vacuum lamination, and providing improved tear strength and abrasion resistance properties, as well as long-term resistance to UV exposure.
New Comfort System with High Certified Efficiency Fort Wayne, Ind. - WaterFurnace International, Inc. (www.waterfurnace.com), manufacturers of geothermal and water source heat pumps, announced its new Envision Series product line, which incorporates several technologies to further increase efficiency. According to the company, the DOE and the EPA have recognized geothermal heating and cooling as effective and environmentally friendly comfort systems.
Wallbox Lighting Controls Guide for Contractors Coopersburg, Pa. -Lutron's (www.lutron.com
) Wallbox Lighting Controls Guide, Contractor Edition is a comprehensive, full-color guide providing quick reference to Lutron products. The 140-page guide features full-sized product photos, model numbers, available colors, and ordering information for each of the Lutron wallbox product families, and, according to the company, is perfectly sized to fit into a contractor's pocket or tool bag, above a truck visor, or in the glove box. Basic installation and wiring instructions are also included, along with an introduction to Lutron's fluorescent dimming options, entire room, and entire home lighting control systems.
250 Kw Generator Set Certified to Meet EPA Tier 3 Emissions Regulations Minneapolis - Designed for emergency standby and prime power applications in all areas of the U.S and in a majority of the non-attainment areas requiring Tier 3-certified generator sets after January 1, 2007, Cummins Power Generation (www.cumminspower.com
), a 250-kW diesel generator set, is certified to meet EPA Nonroad Tier 3 emissions regulations, making it suitable for all nonroad and many stationary applications in the U.S., the company reports. The generator set with the Tier 3 option produces very low emissions of nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide and particulate matter without the need for aftertreatment strategies. According to the company, environmental concerns are addressed by low exhaust emission engines, sound-attenuated enclosures, exhaust silencers, and dual-wall fuel tanks.
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Featured Events
CHPS: Designing Sustainable Schools Join us tomorrow for this two-part panel discussion with notable industry experts whose knowledge and experience in CHPS, K-12 and Higher Education design field will bring you new insight and opportunities in a growing field. Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at 2:00 pm Eastern For more information and to register, visit
http://webinar.edcmag.com.
Green Roof Design 101 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is presenting Green Roof Design 101 - Introductory Course in multiple locations:
New Jersey - October 13, 2006
Vancouver - October 25, 2006
San Francisco - November 1, 2006
Atlanta - November 21, 2006
Pittsburgh - November 28, 2006
Orlando - January 21, 2007
This one-day course, which runs from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with a tuition cost of $345, will introduce the basic benefits, costs, and design associated with green roofs and provides critical information for anyone looking to expand into this multi-million dollar market. Continuing education credits (7.5) are available from RCI, AIA, and ASLA. For more information and to register please go to www.greenroofs.org
under the "Training Courses, Current Design 101 Courses" section or contact Dayna Goucher at dgoucher@greenroofs.org, 416-971-4494 ext 228.
Green Roof Design & Installation 201 Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is presenting Green Roof Design & Installation 201 in multiple locations:
New York - October 20, 2006
Baltimore - October 27, 2006
Vancouver - October 27, 2006
Toronto, Ontario - November 2, 2006
Boston / San Francisco - November 3, 2006
Ottawa - November 7, 2006
Montreal - November 8, 2006
Pittsburgh - November 30, 2006
Portland - December 8, 2006
This much anticipated second course in the green roof accreditation program covers in detail the many different steps that need to be understood and incorporated into any successful green roof design and implementation including actors' roles and responsibilities, construction contracts and their administration, warranties, bidding process etc. This course is suited to those who have already taken Green Roof Design 101 or who already have a good general understanding of green roof design. For more information or to register please go to
www.greenroofs.org or contact Dayna Goucher at dgoucher@greenroofs.org or 416-941-9351.
Metalcon October 3-5, 2006 Tampa Learn how to save time and energy while designing and building with metal at METALCON International in Tampa October 3-5, 2006. Choose from 38 education programs and visit 700 product exhibits including Green Island, an area with green metal-related products! Improve energy use in your next building through sessions on building performance; rain screen protection; weather tightness standards; evaluating wind uplift resistance; creating energy-saving roofs; teamwork on a green project; and understanding different building models and green specifications.
Register by September 19 for free exhibit hall admission ($60 value). For details and to register visit www.metalcon.com or call 1-800-537-7765.
Green Buildings Open House October 7, 2006 Throughout New England plus, N.Y., N.J., Pa., and Del. As part of the American Solar Energy Society's National Solar Tour
, the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association welcomes the public to visit "green" homes, businesses, and public buildings at hundreds of sites throughout the Northeast to see clean renewable energy systems in action. Over 10,000 people visited over 400 sites last year and learned how to reduce their energy bills by using green construction and by harnessing the power of the sun and wind. To find Green Buildings Open House sites near you, go to www.nesea.org/buildings/openhouse.
Solar Power 2006 October 16 - 19, 2006 San Jose, Calif. Solar Power 2006 organizers expect more than 4,000 attendees representing the solar industry, customers, business partners, and policymakers from throughout the U.S. and around the world, making it the largest solar event ever in the history of the U.S. The event will also include a trade show with 165 exhibitors. Presented by the Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA) and the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), Solar Power 2006 will focus on new and innovative developments in the industry.
The conference will take place from October 16-19th in San Jose, California. Register online at www.SolarPowerConference.com.
Healthcare Facilities Symposium & Expo October 24-26, 2006 Chicago Don't miss the longest-running conference and exhibition focused on master planning, design & construction, evidence based design, sustainability, technology, guest services and operations in healthcare facilities. Receive up to 4 CEUs with your free expo pass or more than 16 CEUs when you register for the full conference! Visit www.hcarefacilities.com
for complete event information and to register.
Cost and Benefits of Greening Schools Educast Webinar "The Dollars and Sense of Green Schools: Perception vs. Reality" presented by Rod Wille, Turner Construction November 1, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern A national survey of 665 senior executives involved with owning, operating, designing and building real estate facilities, including K-12 and higher education, revealed some eye opening perceptions about the costs and benefits of building Green. This Webinar will discuss these perceptions and then present evidence supporting the facts as they relate to these issues. Four conclusions from this survey related to the educational market that will be examined include:
Key benefits from a green design are apparent
Year costs are seen as being lower
Many policies are in place to encourage green design> First Cost (vs. Lifecycle Cost) is still the biggest perceived obstacle
Ecobuild Federal - Sustainable, Green and High-Performance Solutions for the Built Environment
December 5-7, 2006 Washington, D.C. Go beyond green at this comprehensive event! Join AEC professionals from the private and public sector who design, construct, manage facilities, and specify building products. Explore the breadth of green building, sustainable design, renewable energy, environmental planning processes and information collaboration strategies for construction. Held at the Washington Convention Center in cooperation with The Sustainable Buildings Industry Council and The Green Building Institute. ED+C readers receive FREE exhibit and keynote admission by 11/4/06. Register here Visit www.ecobuildfederal.com for more information.
World of Concrete January 23-26, 2007 Las Vegas World of Concrete Gears Up for its 33rd Annual Show! World of Concrete 2007
returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, January 23-26, 2007; Seminars January 22-26, with more seminars, outdoor exhibitor demonstrations, and much more! At WOC, attendees can spend a week at the industry's largest international event and find everything they need to keep their businesses competitive, profitable and strong all year long! After last years' record-setting event, WOC 2007
promises to be bigger and better than ever! With only 5 months to go, World of Concrete is putting the final touches on its diverse and informative show including a seminar program that gives more than 10,000 industry professionals valuable information about products, techniques and strategies to make their operations more efficient and more profitable. NEW this year, WOC will offer 130+ seminars, in both 90-minute and 3-hour sessions covering more diverse topics to suit all needs and schedules. For more information, visit
http://www.worldofconcrete.com/WOC2007/public/enter.aspx
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The November print issue of ED+C will be our Greenbuild 2006 Show Issue, and will feature a Product Focus on Greenbuild Products; Drywall; Doors; and Waterproofing Membranes.
Send your case studies, projects, stories, products and comments to Joe Mayton, associate editor, ED+C at maytonj@bnpmedia.com.
Do you have a hot new product that will be showcased at Greenbuild? Send us a 100-word description, your booth number and website, and a no later than Oct. 9 to be considered for the November print issue!
