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City of Pasadena Greenlights The Pasadena EcoHouse

December 21, 2007

Homeowners will soon break ground on first SCIP home in U.S. to seek LEED Platinum certification PASADENA, Calif., Dec. 20 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Pasadena EcoHouse (http://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18122/www.thepasadenaecohouse.com/) is one step closer to reality today, after the City of Pasadena approved the homeowners' hillside building permit at last night's meeting. When completed, The Pasadena EcoHouse will be the first single-family, structural concrete insulated panel (SCIP) home in the nation to earn the coveted Platinum certification by the U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) for Homes Green Building Rating System(TM), as well as the first LEED Platinum home in Pasadena. To earn the Platinum rating, The Pasadena EcoHouse will score points in several categories, including design, location, site impact, water and energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and green building awareness and education. Designed by Robert Mechielsen's Studio RMA (http://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18122/www.studio-rma.com/), a full-service sustainable design studio, The Pasadena EcoHouse will be an architecturally and environmentally significant home for the homeowners and the community -- and is also a ready-for-television project. "This showcase venture will demonstrate the feasibility of eco-friendly new home construction, one of today's most interesting economic, philosophic, social and political topics," stated Mechielsen. "The Pasadena EcoHouse is destined to be a landmark project. The opportunity to witness its creation will offer television viewers a full spectrum of excitement, drama and challenge - and will ultimately conclude with the successful completion of a beautiful and conscientious place to live."
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Intrinsic Landscaping, Inc. Launches The Dream Green Team(TM) - A Single Source Delivery Solution for Green Roof Projects

December 20, 2007

GLENVIEW, Ill., Dec. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- With more and more builders discovering the benefits of green roofing, Intrinsic Landscaping Inc., one of the nation's premier installers of green roofs, has launched an innovative new approach for green roofing called The Dream Green Team(TM). Designed to maximize the collective knowledge of professionals while minimizing the concerns often associated with going green, The Dream Green Team(TM) is a single source delivery solution developed by Intrinsic President Kurt Horvath. "For years green roof professionals have rightfully focused on sustainability. The Dream Green Team(TM) takes that concept a step further by customizing your project with the most expert green professionals for the best possible outcome." Industry statistics indicate that green roof construction in 2006 experienced a 25% increase. With American cities like Chicago providing incentives to conscientious consumers and businesses, this number is likely to increase. Homeowners, architects, public/institutional planners, corporate developers and general contractors looking for a smart way to do business, will find the Intrinsic Dream Green Team(TM) not only fiscally responsible but aesthetically rewarding. Armed with both firsthand knowledge gained from travel throughout Europe and field-tested experience, Kurt Horvath's passion for green innovations is demonstrated by the more than 100 green roof R&D test plots hosted by the nursery member of the Dream Green Team(TM), Intrinsic Perennial Gardens, Inc. and co-development with Ecologist Paul Kephart of Rana Creek of the living roof bio-tray(TM) (patent-pending), the first biodegradable modular green roof system. Kurt's respected leadership has allowed him to garner the leading engineers, designers, roofers, nurserymen and suppliers. These team members share Horvath's commitment to excellence. The networking potential of The Dream Green Team(TM) is realized when the following services -- structural engineering, roofing and waterproofing assessment, green roof consulting and design, plant selection and contract growing, media specifications and supply, green roof logistics and installations -- are delivered in a custom package based on your projected goals and specifications. "Caring for the environment isn't a fad," Horvath reiterates. "It's part of an inheritance we take seriously. The earth has been our business for decades." Intrinsic Landscaping Inc. is located in Glenview, Illinois, and is a certified installer of many recognized green roof systems installing more true green roofs than most Midwest companies.
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Siemens Building Technologies Helping Companies Participate in EPA Labs21 Movement With Comprehensive Compliance Solution Strategy

December 19, 2007

Full environmental controls and supporting documentation for achieving lab efficiency, safety and compliance now turnkey solution BUFFALO GROVE, Ill., Dec. 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Companies in all sectors of industry, government and academia incorporating laboratory operations into their enterprise now have access to a single source solution for achieving total environmental control, energy efficiency and compliance from Siemens Building Technologies, Inc. By bundling environmental monitoring, control and documentation services in a turnkey package, Siemens offers lab operators a simplified, cost-effective and accurate means to participate in the Laboratories for the 21st Century (Labs21(R)) movement, co-sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Due to the often intense, specialized ambient conditions required to accomplish the processes and procedures typically performed in a life science or high-tech lab, far more energy and water per square foot are consumed than in most commercial buildings. According to Life Science Solutions Director Diane Feliciano-Welpe, "Siemens Building Technologies is offering an experienced team of professionals in the HVAC, power generation, lighting, water processing and related building environmental disciplines to formulate and execute a comprehensive plan of evaluation, renovation and documentation specifically for laboratories. This strategy is aimed at helping lab operators cost-effectively comply with more stringent operating and safety requirements, as well as maintain an overall improved energy conservation record." Siemens approach involves the implementation of a comprehensive life cycle management approach for lab operations, based on various international standards and prevailing practices within specific industries-including pharmaceutical, biotech, semiconductor, primary metals and chemical processing. The service is also scalable; the program's modules can be scaled down to suit small, independent test labs or scaled up to thoroughly cover major corporate research facilities with equal effectiveness. Siemens tailors the program to suit virtually any industry's compliance requirements.
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CPV Files for Permits to Construct Ultra-Clean Natural Gas Power Plant in Maryland and Bring Energy Security to Region

December 18, 2007

ST. CHARLES, Md., Dec. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Competitive Power Ventures (CPV) has filed permit applications with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to construct a new natural gas power plant in Charles County. The 640 megawatt state-of-the-art facility, called CPV St. Charles, would help secure the region's supply of energy and be one of the cleanest natural gas plants ever licensed in Maryland. "We have three primary goals in mind in bringing this state-of-the-art facility to Maryland: to offer reliable and secure energy to the region, to produce this energy in an environmentally sound way, and to forge a strong partnership with the community where we will operate," said Doug Egan, CPV Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. "As a Maryland-based company, it is an exciting opportunity for CPV to help secure the state's energy supply needs and keep electricity costs low for area consumers." The permits for the new CPV St. Charles power plant, filed Friday afternoon by CPV Maryland LLC, were submitted shortly after the release of a report by the Maryland Public Service Commission warning of a critical shortage in Maryland's electricity capacity that could lead to rolling blackouts as early as 2011. The report noted the benefits of adding additional power generation, especially natural gas generation, in the state as a way to address this issue. CPV St. Charles would provide power to roughly 600,000 homes using clean-burning natural gas, a fuel that is significantly cleaner than the coal that currently powers the majority of plants in the region. Moreover, by increasing the supply of energy to the region, the plant would help hold down electricity costs. The company would be one of the largest tax payers in the county. During construction, 350 to 400 jobs would be created, with a strong focus on hiring these skilled laborers locally. Once fully functional, 25 full-time employees would be needed to operate the facility and would earn an average salary of $55,000.
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Proposed Legislation Supports Building Safety

December 17, 2007

WASHINGTON, Dec. 14 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Sen. Mary Landrieu of Louisiana and Rep. Dennis Moore of Kansas introduced legislation on Capitol Hill Wednesday, the Community Building Code Administration Grant Act of 2007, to provide federal grants to building departments to enhance public safety. The grant would provide $100 million over five years to help local governments hire, train and equip code officials, including building and fire inspectors. "Too often, especially in smaller communities, there simply aren't sufficient resources for building safety," said International Code Council CEO Rick Weiland. "The Code Council has long recognized this need and applauds the vision of Senator Landrieu and Representative Moore for taking the lead in this important effort to provide much-needed funds to local code enforcement departments. Safety in homes, schools and all buildings for children, adults and seniors is a priority of every community in America. Congress is stepping forward to act on that priority. Better building through better code enforcement is clearly in the best interests of our country and every community in it." If approved by Congress, the Community Building Code Administration Grant Act would support hiring and training code officials to save lives and protect property. It would aid communities that see their resources stretched when they face building booms or major rebuilds after a disaster. Studies show that every dollar invested to build stronger and safer results in savings of $4 to $7 in reduced damages when a disaster occurs.
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Most Sustainable, Commercial Lighting Now Available Through US Lighting Tech

December 14, 2007

LONG BEACH, Calif., Dec. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- US Lighting Tech, a manufacturer of commercial lighting products, is marketing induction lighting, the most environmentally friendly lighting solution, for businesses and municipalities that want to reduce costs and carbon emissions while improving quality and safety. Induction systems use wireless technology to produce light, which results in an unprecedented rated life of 10 years. This is five times longer than common, high intensity discharge (HID) lighting that uses electrodes that degrade significantly over time. A longer rated life means less replacement maintenance and fewer lamps discarded into landfills. Induction lights also use approximately 40 percent less energy than HID lights that lose energy to heat, resulting in higher energy costs and emissions. "Rising energy prices and climate change concerns are driving demand for more energy efficient technologies. We are revolutionizing the lighting industry by providing an eco-friendly solution for one of society's most fundamental needs," said Richard Ham, president of US Lighting Tech. Induction lighting is ideal for hard-to-reach, hazardous places such as tunnels and warehouses where reliability and functionality is key and maintenance is labor intensive. US Lighting Tech estimates that by replacing 10,000 70W High Pressure Sodium lights with 10,000 40W induction lights, a customer can save approximately $3.5M over 10 years in energy and maintenance costs. That translates into reductions totaling 20 million pounds of carbon emissions or taking 2,700 cars off the road annually.
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JELD-WEN, Brosco Strengthen Partnership, Capitalize on Fiberglass Door Industry Growth2

December 13, 2007

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--JELD-WEN, the world’s largest manufacturer of reliable windows and doors, announced today that the company has become the sole supplier of fiberglass doors for Brockway–Smith Company, known as BROSCO, one of the leading door distributors on the East Coast. The move greatly strengthens JELD-WEN’s presence in the region and is an aggressive step for the company to help solidify the leadership position in the fiberglass door category, which has shown significant growth potential in recent years. “We’re thrilled about growing our partnership with BROSCO. This represents two major forces coming together to realize the incredible opportunities in the industry by delivering the quality and style that homeowners, architects and builders are looking for today,” said Mark Brock, executive vice president of JELD-WEN. While JELD-WEN and BROSCO have partnered for decades to supply wood (stile and rail), molded and custom carved doors to the Eastern region, the additional manufacturing and distribution of JELD-WEN’s fiberglass line through BROSCO provides a strong business opportunity. BROSCO distributes hundreds of thousands of doors each year to dealers and retailers in states including New York, New Jersey and all the states of New England. “We’re excited about the breadth of the fiberglass line and the new designs JELD-WEN offers that, quite simply, no one else can match,” said Charlie Smith, president and CEO of BROSCO. “It creates an even stronger alliance between two exceptional companies.”
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Formulation Used in Treating Universal Forest Products’ ProWood Micro® Earns Coveted Environmentally Preferred Product Recognition

December 12, 2007

World’s First and Only Such Product to Earn EPP Status GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Universal Forest Products, Inc. (Nasdaq:UFPI), the nation’s leading manufacturer and distributor of treated wood products, is proud to note that the chemical formulation it uses to treat wood is the only one to earn the esteemed Green Cross recognition, which marks its treated wood as an Environmentally Preferred Product. Universal’s treated product line, ProWood Micro®, is manufactured with MicroPro™, a product of Osmose Inc. that last week was named the first and only wood preservative technology in the world to earn the Environmentally Preferable Product (EPP) certification from Scientific Certification Systems, a leading third-party certification firm. To earn EPP certification, a product must demonstrate reduced impact on human health and the environment when compared to other products that serve the same purpose as measured by guidelines published by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. “We have touted the environmental benefits of treated wood for decades,” said Universal President and CEO Michael B. Glenn. “We’re delighted that our ProWood Micro products now can be recognized as friendly to the environment and human health, thanks to the state-of-the-art micronizing technology developed by our good partners at Osmose.” “Our business depends on a healthy environment, which our practices have recognized and promoted for years and years,” Glenn added, noting that Universal’s pressure-treated lumber products are produced from plentiful, fast-growing species from managed forests. In addition, use of pressure-treated wood, which lasts decades, saves millions of trees each year.
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Elements of Design Expands Environmentally Friendly, Green Design Practices Through Strategic Partnership with AKA Green of Scottsdale

December 11, 2007

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Elements of Design, a full-service interior design studio based in Scottsdale, Ariz. with one of the largest product showrooms in the state, today announced a strategic partnership with AKA Green, a Scottsdale-based eco-friendly building supply firm that has been a driving force in the Arizona green movement. In keeping with their business model of continually evaluating and offering fresh, new products and ideas to their customers, Elements of Design plans to implement environmentally friendly, “green” product alternatives into their design practices. Elements of Design is the first luxury residential design studio to partner with AKA Green. “Incorporating green elements into a home is much easier than it used to be, thanks to the plethora of new products that continually enter the market. From furniture to paint, the options have greatly evolved since the initial wave of early adoption, prototypical products,” says Lina Quintero, Elements of Design owner and lead designer. “Whether it is something as fundamental as lighting, or a design element such as flooring or countertops, a green home will appear just as sophisticated and stylish as a home designed with non-sustainable, environmentally harmful products. How can any responsible studio elect NOT to integrate green products when it is so easy?”
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UPM's New 'Green' Building Material Creates Buzz at Design Miami

December 10, 2007

WESTMONT, Ill., Dec. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- UPM ProFi, an innovative, environmentally appealing wood/plastic composite, stood the test of hundreds of stiletto heels and dozens of active children at the opening of Design Miami yesterday. The new product, primarily used as decking, has been gaining popularity in Europe as an attractive, "green" building material, and it is now being introduced to North America at the Miami show. "We couldn't have planned a tougher test," said Edward Robinson, Sales and Marketing Director for UPM ProFi. "The UPM ProFi surface was unmarked by the high volume of traffic at Design Miami. Even when beverages were spilled, no one slipped on the high-friction surface of UPM ProFi." Guests at Design Miami mingled in an artfully designed pavilion called "The Space of Silence", built entirely from UPM ProFi. The new product is manufactured from surplus materials, primarily paper and plastic, left over from the production of self-adhesive label stock by UPM Raflatac, the Label Division of UPM. The process residue is sent to UPM ProFi's production facility where it is recycled and moulded into patio decking and corner protector profiles. The pavilion is the result of a unique partnership of global forest industry leader UPM, renowned Japanese architect Shigeru Ban and Finnish design company Artek. A trailblazer in applying ecological thinking to architectural design, Ban was inspired by UPM ProFi and sketched an exhibition space for Artek that would be built from the new wood/plastic composite. The pavilion was first presented by Artek and UPM in April at Salone Internationale del Mobile in Milan, Italy, then was reassembled for display in Helsinki, Finland. The first appearance of the pavilion in North America is at Design Miami.
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Women for Economic and Leadership Development (“WELD”) Honors Twelve Outstanding Women Leaders in Central Ohio

December 10, 2007

— Annual Awards Program Recognizes Twelve Women You Should Know — COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--WELD, Central Ohio’s premier women’s professional economic and leadership development organization, recently honored twelve Central Ohio top women leaders at a reception where they unveiled their 2008 “Twelve Women You Should Know” calendar. The “Women You Should Know” calendar concept was developed four years ago to annually highlight and profile women doing extraordinary work in our community, adding to our community’s ranks of visible female leaders. These leaders were recognized as a result of their extraordinary skills and leadership roles within their respective fields, based upon recommendations from their professional peers. The 2008 honorees include: Tara Abraham, Chief Executive Officer, Accel, Inc.; Donna Angiulo, Chief Financial Officer, Sterling Commerce; Jodi Aufdencamp, Founder & President, Mama Mimi’s Pizza; Thuy Bowyer, President, M.T. Wellness Clinic; Carol Clark, Chief Financial Officer, Needlestack Jobs; Iris Cooper, Manager, Office of Small Business Development, Ohio Department of Development; Barbara Kunz, Vice President, Strategic Planning and Business Development, Battelle Memorial Institute; Teresa Long, Health Commissioner, City of Columbus; Marcy Raymond, Principal, Metro High School; Shirley Rogers-Reece, Vice President & General Manager, McDonald’s USA, LLC; Jean Schelhorn, Associate Vice President for Commercialization, The Ohio State University; Isabel Toth, President, Community Properties of Ohio Management Services, Chief of Staff, Ohio Capital Corporation of Housing. “We are honored and delighted to recognize the achievements of these women in leadership roles,” said Deanna Stewart, President of WELD. “These leaders are making a big difference in Central Ohio. They are accomplished and have proven they are both role models and leaders in Ohio’s business and professional communities. We think everyone should know who they are and we are happy to present them to you through the 2008 Twelve Women You Should Know calendar.” According to stereotype, women are better at developing relationships than men. But that's not true in the corporate world, says Carol Gallagher, author of Going to the Top, in a Forbes.com article from June 2006. Women tend to put their heads down and finish their work, assuming they'll get noticed, she said. “The guys are out playing golf and networking,” she says. “The men gain valuable connections. They also learn about big-picture strategic issues, knowledge that helps them climb to the top.”
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Polaris Facility Achieves LEED Certification

December 07, 2007

Wyoming, MN site honored for its sustainable green building practices MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Polaris Industries Inc. today announced that its Research & Development site in Wyoming, MN has officially achieved the coveted Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification for new construction. The LEED certification demonstrates Polaris’ commitment to environmentally sound business practices. Polaris’ Wyoming site earned LEED certification by meeting the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) strict criteria designed to promote sustainability. Numerous features that make the site more environmentally friendly were incorporated into the design to achieve LEED certification. Some of these include: large windows and rooftop monitors to harness natural light for use indoors, water efficient landscaping throughout the site, a commitment to using local building materials manufactured within 500 miles of the site, low flow plumbing fixtures, an Energy Star rated roofing system, and a stormwater handling system that meets the EPA's best management practices. “Our Wyoming facility represents the coupling of environmentally sound and financially sound business planning," said Bob Kollross, who oversaw the construction for Polaris. "The goal of an environmentally sound facility with LEED certification was a major initiative for Polaris. The LEED certification is an honor we are extremely proud of. This was a true team effort between Polaris and our project partners, Pope Associates Inc. and the RYAN Companies US, Inc." From the onset of the project, Polaris management committed to achieving LEED certification. The sustainable design features are mutually beneficial to both the environment and the company. As a result of following the LEED guidelines, the Wyoming site saves $53,728 annually in energy costs, uses 188,400 fewer gallons of water per year and conserved 343 tons of materials which would have otherwise ended up in landfills.
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Stained Concrete Floors Top ConcreteNetwork.com's Search Trends

December 06, 2007

Site statistics on ConcreteNetwork.com show consumers are researching stained concrete flooring options for its green benefits, and design possibilities. YUCAIPA, Calif., Dec. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- ConcreteNetwork.com recorded over 3 million unique page views for stained concrete flooring information since January 2007. These statistics include a growing number of consumers researching the green benefits and design possibilities of concrete floors. Highlighted as a trendy, yet eco-friendly flooring solution, stained concrete continues to generate the most interest among other flooring applications. One factor contributing to the success of concrete floor surfaces is the material's green benefits. Stained concrete interior floors, when left exposed, can function both as the foundation slab and finished floor. Their high heating/cooling retention allows floors to absorb, store and release this energy when conditions are ideal, resulting in lowered heating and cooling costs. "Green building with concrete promotes a healthier, more comfortable living environment," explains Jim Peterson, president of ConcreteNetwork.com. "Concrete floors offer greater durability with less maintenance, and they're a beautiful alternative."
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Sustainable Design Project Making Strides Against Global Warming

December 05, 2007

Seattle project cut CO2 emissions by nearly half in first year SEATTLE, Dec. 4 /PRNewswire/ -- Responsible for nearly half the world's greenhouse gas emissions -- 20 percent more than transportation -- the building industry is the primary contributor to global warming. To address this issue, the national design community has called for an immediate 50 percent energy reduction in all new buildings -- and the call-to-action is working. A recent success story is Alley24, a new mixed-use building in Seattle that in little more than one year of occupancy reduced the office building's CO2 emissions within a few percentage points of the 50 percent target (results are based on current energy use information from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) ENERGY STAR Program). "Alley24 is the first project in the city to demonstrate that building energy efficiency targets set out by the 2030 Challenge are achievable today," said Diane Sugimura, Director of Seattle's Department of Planning and Development. "It shows Seattle can take positive climate action now and that it's possible to turn back the CO2 clock-one building at a time." Seattle City Light has also reviewed Alley24's energy consumption history and Robert Balzar, Director of the Seattle City Light Conservation Resources Division stated, "The project is on the verge of meeting the immediate 50 percent energy reduction goal, if not already exceeding it. We applaud those who made this project possible." Co-owned by Vulcan Real Estate and PEMCO Insurance, Alley24 opened in 2006 and houses the Seattle offices for three international firms: NBBJ, a leading architecture and design firm that also designed the project; Skanska USA Building Inc., an international construction group that served as general contractor for the project; and the international marketing and communications group WPP. The office building was awarded LEED(R) (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Silver for its core and shell from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), and both Skanska's and NBBJ's offices recently received LEED Gold certification for their commercial interiors. LEED certification is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high-performance "green" buildings. In order to achieve LEED Gold certification, the offices had to demonstrate high performance in five key areas of human and environmental health: sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection, and indoor environmental quality. As one of the nation's first LEED-certified mixed-use projects, Alley24 creates a new model for sustainable, mixed-use urban development. Located in Seattle's developing South Lake Union neighborhood -- which is currently undergoing one of the U.S.'s largest urban redevelopment efforts -- the project is sited on a full city block and anchored by three historic brick laundry buildings. The development integrates 185,000 SF of office space, 28,000 SF of retail shops, and 172 residential apartments to create a sustainable live/work/play environment.
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Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. Granted Silver LEED Status for Build-To-Suit Property in South San Francisco

December 04, 2007

- The Only Core and Shell Project to be LEED Silver Certified in the State of California - - Alexandria Continues to Lead The Innovation of Life Science Property Development With a Focus on Green Building and Development Practices - PASADENA, Calif., Dec. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (NYSE:ARE) today announced that it was granted Silver Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification by the U.S. Green Building Council for its build-to-suit property for an industry-leading biotechnology company, located at 681 Gateway, South San Francisco, California. This is one of the first office/laboratory spaces in the U.S. to have been certified in the LEED Core and Shell pilot program and the only Core and Shell office/laboratory project to be LEED Silver certified in the State of California. LEED is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings. LEED promotes a whole-building approach to sustainability by recognizing performance in five key areas of human and environmental health: sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection and indoor environmental quality. Core and Shell encompasses base building elements such as structure, envelope and the HVAC system. "Recognizing that the trend in real estate is green, in developing the site at 681 Gateway, we set out to create state-of-the-art office/laboratory shell that was highly efficient and environmentally beneficial. We are pleased that our efforts have been recognized by receiving a Silver LEED designation, the first in our niche and a high standard to have achieved," said Joel S. Marcus, Chief Executive Officer of Alexandria. "Incorporating environmental best practices into our building projects is an important way forward and we have established ourselves as a leader in creating energy efficient and sustainable office/laboratory space. Since our inception, Alexandria has pioneered the development of office/laboratory space for the life science sector and we are now pleased to be the pioneers of a green initiative in our niche."
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New Guide Gives You All the Information You Need to Launch and Sustain a Successful Interior Design Practice

December 03, 2007

DUBLIN, Ireland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets (http://redirect.aecdaily.com/s18122/www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c76170) has announced the addition of Professional Practice for Interior Designers, 4th Edition to their offering. The text of choice for professional interior design practice -- now with companion CD-ROM! Since publication of the first edition in 1990, Professional Practice for Interior Designers has remained the leading choice for educators for teaching interior design business practice as well as for professionals seeking to advance in their own practices. This ASID/Polsky Prize winner is recommended by the NCIDQ for exam preparation and covers the gamut of legal, financial, management, marketing, administrative, and ethical issues. You gain all the essential skills needed for planning and maintaining a thriving interior design business, presented in the clear, easy-to-follow style that is the hallmark of this text. This edition is completely current with the latest business practices and features a host of new practice aids: Companion CD-ROM includes a trial version of professional practice software, business forms, numerous short articles, plus additional information and resources. New examples help you manage the latest challenges and implement the latest business practices. A new chapter devoted to strategic planning explains this important business concept in easy-to-understand language for students and professionals. Brief "what would you do" case studies in each chapter challenge you to respond to ethical issues faced by today's interior designers. From creating a business plan to launching a promotional campaign to setting up a computerized accounting system, everything you need to launch and sustain a successful interior design practice is here.
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