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Welcome to the ED+C eNews for October 2007
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There's usually a lot going on here at ED+C. Hardly a day passes where the activity doesn't border on frantic...sometimes just from our futile attempts at trying to keep the number of email messages manageable. Don't get me wrong, we love to get emails (Especially the ones saying we're doing a good job!) but it's a constant battle to keep our inboxes from filling up. I think you'd be surprised at the number of discussions revolving around email volume on the average month.
We were a tad more frantic this month because we not only put together the largest issue of ED+C this year, but we also had an issue of Sustainable Home (ED+C's residential supplement) and the premier issue of Sustainable Facility. We've been mentioning it for a while now on our website, in our eNewsletters and at the end of the multitude of emails we send out each day. Now, though, the issue has been completed and it looks great. The editor, Joe Mayton, has put in a lot of work to make this happen. Keep an eye out for it and visit
www.sustainablefacility.com to learn more.
We're also all going to be at Greenbuild this year. Be sure to stop by booth #930 and talk to us (ie., tell us how good a job we're doing) in person. It'll be nice for our inboxes to get a bit of a respite.
Don’t forget to become a registered site user at www.EDCmag.com. It's free, and only takes a few minutes. You’ll get access to ED+C
archives, all of the special sections, as well as other great features. Besides, you might be one of the lucky registrants we randomly select to win valuable CD libraries or exclusive LEED Guides.
Congratulations to our October 2007 www.EDCmag.com registration winner,
Brooke Buzard of Rochester, N.Y.
Cheers,
Derrick Teal
ED+C Associate Editor
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Energy Efficiency…Simplified.
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In addition to the system's easy installation benefit and sound construction, it also meets and exceeds all the current standards for thermal performance levels and energy conservation. To learn more about EFCO’s E-Wall Silicone Gasket curtain wall system and our other earth-friendly products, please visit www.efcocorp.com today. |
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GBI Recognizes First Green State Government Building in Arkansas
Little Rock, Ark.
— The Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) and state of Arkansas celebrated a sustainable construction milestone when the ADEQ’s Headquarters was recognized by the Green Building Initiative’s (GBI) Green Globes environmental assessment and rating system for commercial buildings...more
Sustainability Efforts at the Sandpearl Resort
Clearwater Beach, Fla. —
The Sandpearl Resort is a luxury resort that opened on Clearwater Beach, FL August 27, 2007. One of the goals of the resort's developer Mike Cheezem, CEO of JMC Communities, is that Sandpearl be a leader in how new developments can be built in more energy-efficient and environmentally sensitive ways...more
Dagmar Epsten Wins National Environmental Stewardship Award
Atlanta
— Dagmar B. Epsten, President and Founder of The Epsten Group, Inc., was recognized this summer by the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) with the national 2007 Environmental Stewardship Award, for her pioneering contributions to sustainable building design and for promoting balance when implementing sustainable design solutions...more
Office Depot Joins USGBC
Delray Beach, Fla. — Office Depot announced it will both build and open its first LEED-certified retail store in Austin, Texas in mid-2008...
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New Green Building Book
Tucson — Jerry Yudelson, principal at Yudelson Associates, announced the release of his new book, Green Building A to Z: Understanding the Language of Green Building...
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Solar Industry Event in Long Beach
Long Beach, Calif. — Southern California played to the 2007 Solar Power Conference and Expo, where more than 10,000 people gathered to discuss the future of clean, renewable energy...
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Born of Nature Awards
Annapolis, Md. — Are you a leader in green building or design? Here's your chance to show the world what your project is made of and win one of seven Wicanders Born of Nature Awards...
more
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Go No-Flow
If you’re looking for a way to save more water in your next green building project, Clivus Multrum has the Natural Solution. Clivus Multrum composting toilet systems are the ultimate water-saving solution for restrooms. Our dry fixtures use no water for flushing, and our foam-flush fixtures use only 3 ounces of water per flush. Clivus systems are used in LEED facilities across North America, and our custom greywater systems allow for complete, sustainable onsite waste treatment. Call or visit our website today to learn how the Natural Solution can work for you.
800-425-4887. www.clivusmultrum.com.
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Trane CenTraVac
Piscataway, N.J. — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has selected Trane's (www.trane.com
) CenTraVac from the field of past Strategic Ozone Protection Award winners to receive its “Best-of-the-Best” Award. Trane’s CenTraVac is an energy-efficient, large chilled-water system, supplying cooled air for occupants and residents of some of the largest office towers, manufacturing facilities, universities and other multi-use buildings around the world.
RENUVA Renewable Resource Technology
Midland, Mich. — The Dow Chemical Company (www.dow.com
) introduced RENUVA Renewable Resource Technology, a proprietary process that reportedly helps polyurethane manufacturers make products that are performance-based and reduce impact on the environment. Distinct in the chemical industry, RENUVA Technology is used to produce bio-based polyols that allow high renewable content in the finished product with performance that rivals that of petroleum-based polyols.
GreenFiber
Charlotte, N.C. — US GreenFiber, LLC (www.greenfiber.com
) announced it is re-branding Cocoon insulation, changing the name to GreenFiber to promote the natural fiber advantages of the company’s cellulose insulation. GreenFiber reportedly offers an ideal sustainable component to building, renovation and re-insulation projects.
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Healthcare Facilities Symposium & Expo
October 2-4, 2007
Navy Pier, Chicago
The Healthcare Facilities Symposium & Expo, celebrating its 20th year in 2007, is the longest running event focused on how the physical space impacts the delivery of healthcare. Facility Managers & Planners, Consultants, Architects, Planning & Construction Professionals, Interior Designers, Product and Service Providers, and Executive Healthcare Management and Operations will meet for three days to discuss + learn about and share today’s design, construction and operational challenges. Ideas and practices will be exchanged to improve current healthcare facilities and plan the facilities of the future. HFSE truly brings together today’s
evolving marketplace. www.hcarefacilities.com.
Bill Nye the Science Guy to Keynote IAQA Convention
October 14-17, 2007
Las Vegas
Members of the Indoor Air Quality Association (IAQA) will welcome Bill Nye the Science Guy as the keynote speaker at their 10th Annual Meeting & Exposition
, October 14-17, 2007. Nye will speak on energy conversation and IAQ. Taking place at the Rio All-Suites Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, the IAQA convention features a 120-booth exhibit hall and more than 20 technical sessions. Organizers expect well over 1,000 participants. Whether you manage IAQ in a facility, diagnose IAQ problems, design structures, or abate IAQ contamination problems, there’s only one place to be October 14-17, 2007: The IAQA Annual Meeting & Exposition. Click here for IAQA Annual Meeting details!
IAQA Annual Meeting Indoor Air Quality Association, 12339 Carroll Avenue, Rockville, Md. 20852 USA, 301.231.8388, Fax: 301.231.8321, Email: iaqa@aol.com.
IFMA World Workplace 2007
October 24-26, 2007
New Orleans, La.
Certified as a Cleaner and Greener event, IFMA’s World Workplace 2007 Conference & Expo is a leader in information solutions for sustainability in the built environment. The premier facility-
 focused
educational, networking and buying event for professionals concerned with the built environment, IFMA’s World Workplace is your best opportunity to learn from industry experts and network with those who have implemented sustainable standards and practices in real workforce environments. The educational program features a sustainability track, and the IFMA Green Zone features environmentally friendly products, green solutions and technologies. Learn how to plan and operate energy-efficient, environmentally supportive workplaces. Register today!
www.worldworkplace.org
Ecobuild Fall
Conference: December 10-13, 2007
Exhibition: December 12-13, 2007
Washington, D.C.
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. Co-located events include FEDcon, FEDspec, Green Globes Training and more. ED&C readers receive FREE exhibit and keynote admission – $25 value. Register
here and use promotion code HSEOC. Visit www.ecobuildfall.com
for information.
Green Roof Design 101
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is presenting Green Roof Design 101 - Introductory Course in multiple locations:
- Baltimore - October 24, 2007
This one-day course, which runs from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with a tuition cost of $395, 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 Anna Sergeyeva at
asergeyeva@greenroofs.org, or 416-971-4494.
Green Roof Design & Installation 201
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is presenting Green Roof Design & Installation 201 in multiple locations:
- Austin, Texas - October 4, 2007
- Toronto - October 23, 2007
- Baltimore - October 26, 2007
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 Anna Sergeyeva at
asergeyeva@greenroofs.org or 416.971.4494
Green Roof Waterproofing & Drainage 301
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is presenting Green Roof Waterproofing & Drainage 301 in multiple locations:
- Denver - October 22, 2007
Our newest course provides an overview of waterproofing and drainage construction and maintenance for green roof assemblies. It lays out the technical vocabulary and the various benefits of different waterproofing materials and presents detailed design solutions and implementation best management practices for waterproofing and drainage in green roofs.
Tuition: $395.00. For more information or to register please go to
www.greenroofs.org or contact Anna Sergeyeva at asergeyeva@greenroofs.org or 416.971.4494. |
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The November 2007 print issue of ED+C will feature a Product Focus section featuring Drywall; Waterproofing Membranes; Software and Web-based Tools; and Resilient Flooring. The ED+C 2007 Editorial Calendar is available online — send your case studies, projects, stories, products and comments to Derrick Teal, associate editor, ED+C, at
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