The Highland Green Building – Sustainable Architecture

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Video about the Highland Green building, which is intended to be a LEED-certified building in the heart of the Cherokee Triangle. Green building practices were considered in every step of the design and construction process for Highland Green. One of …

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UGE Sustainable Lighting Solutions: 120 Hybrid Streetlights

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Over 100 Sanya stand-alone lighting systems were installed by Urban Green Energy along this highway in China. The systems work entirely off the grid, with all the energy being provided directly by the wind turbine and solar panels to power …

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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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Plano’s New Fire Station 12 Earns LEED Certification

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Discussion of how the new Fire Station 12 in Plano, TX was granted LEED certification for its green building standards.

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How to Avoid Paralysis in Green Projects

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The words green, sustainability, LEED certification, energy efficiency, energy star and carbon footprint are almost interchangeable as it pertains to your building. It boils down to maximizing, improving and reducing costs for your facilities. Focus on energy, waste and water …

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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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