The Solaire – Living in Style – Manhattan’s LEED Certified Hi-Rise Residential Building

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Cities offer unique challenges to green builders. Manhattan’s pioneering Solaire is a shining example of what happens when those opportunities are enthusiastically embraced. This upscale multifamily dwelling recently won LEED Gold status, making it the first building of its kind …

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LEED Platinum Marin County Hillside Home – Sustainable Design

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On a steep lot that was initially considered to be unbuildable, a dedicated team of design professionals produced the first LEED-certified-Platinum home in Marin County, California. Nice trick. But how did they do it? www.us.kohler.com Like good magicians, the team …

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What are some good architecture schools for sustainability design in California?

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*How To Design Solar Photovoltaic Systems* : Solar Energy in Schools

www.lpainc.com We hope you enjoy this solar photovoltaic tour with Energy Services Director, Ph.D. Jim Maclay. In this video, you’ll learn about how to reduce the energy use and costs associated with your building. You’ll also learn about feasibility lifecycle …

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Sustainable Urban Design on Toronto’s Waterfront

A video outlining new development plans for Toronto’s Lower Don Lands. Designed to connect the surrounding neighborhoods of eastern and central Toronto, the Lower Don Lands will provide the city and the world with a new model of sustainable urban …

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PART 2 Permaculture Design Course

Mark Evans giving a 14 day Permaculture Design Course in Punta Mona Ecovillage. Filled with interesting solutions and inspiring subjects. Learn more about appropriate technology, indigenous wisdom and ecology. The world needs more permaculture!!

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