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Large-Scale Priorities

May 7, 2013
By Jane Henley
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Sustainability is growing on a large scale, and it presents an opportunity for a number of global solutions.
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AEC/O+M

An Open Spot for Green Parking

Providing better, greener options for parking can save energy, time, money and driver frustration.
May 7, 2013
By Dan Kupferman, CAPP
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Parking environments may be expanding towards both convenience and green energy.
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Charts

Energy-Efficient Building Retrofits: Show Me the Money?

May 7, 2013
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Deep energy savings are possible with building retrofits; what’s lacking are models for financing.
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AEC/O+M

A Prohibitive Proposition

May 7, 2013
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The EPA solid waste proposal will discourage recycling and have a negative impact on the construction industry.
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Overbey

The CBECS and Why It’s Important

After years of financial setbacks, the Department of Energy’s national sample survey of commercial building energy use commences.
April 2, 2013
By Daniel Overbey
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After years of financial setbacks, the Department of Energy’s national sample survey of commercial building energy use commences.
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Feast Your Eyes

LED Lighting the Way

A Smithsonian exhibit and design specialist shares his thoughts on lighting in a museum environment.
April 2, 2013
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A Smithsonian exhibit and design specialist shares his thoughts on lighting in a museum environment.
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Color Palette

The Color Roadmap: Your Palette for Success

These colors aim to dominate the floorcovering market.
April 2, 2013
By Annette Callari
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These colors aim to dominate the floorcovering market.
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Staring Wistfully At Something Else

Shifting Mindsets and Awakening Possibility

An inquiry into how we can create a new paradigm.
April 2, 2013
By Helen J. Kessler
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An inquiry into how we can create a new paradigm.
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Colorado

Reducing Healthcare Costs Through Sustainability

How will the Affordable Healthcare Act affect healthcare facilities?
April 2, 2013
By Micheal J. Berning
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How will the Affordable Healthcare Act affect healthcare facilities?
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The Value of Building Data

Implementing a measurement and verification plan is an essential component to meet facility sustainability goals.
April 2, 2013
By Scott Jordan
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Implementing a measurement and verification plan is an essential component to meet facility sustainability goals.
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