Building Efficiency the Focus of New NY Law Designed to Reach Their Climate Goals

Building Efficiency the Focus of New NY Law Designed to Reach Their Climate Goals Several bills just signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul are intended to make buildings more efficient and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Read More WAER https://www.waer.org/news/2022-07-15/bills-signed-by-gov-hochul-target-building-efficiency-in-order-to-help-ny-reach-climate-goals

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New Building Code Could Cost Homeowners $68B

New Building Code Could Cost Homeowners $68B The new 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) addresses energy efficiency on several fronts, including cost, energy usage, use of natural resources and the effects of energy usage on the environment. Read More Denver Gazette https://denvergazette.com/news/business/new-statewide-building-code-could-cost-homeowners-68-billion/article_fba02810-046f-11ed-ba83-17ec8f71074b.html

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Construction Must Take the Lead to Conserve Freshwater Sources

Construction Must Take the Lead to Conserve Freshwater Sources Millions of gallons of water are wasted during construction as many homebuilders do not have suitable safeguards in place to limit excessive water use. Read More Sustainability Times https://www.sustainability-times.com/sustainable-business/to-conserve-freshwater-sources-industries-like-construction-must-take-the-lead/

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Proposed 2022 Green Building and Local Energy Code Update

Proposed 2022 Green Building and Local Energy Code Update The proposed regulations aim to increase water conservation and reduce water loss, lower embodied carbon in new construction projects, reduce fossil fuel use in buildings, and facilitate electric vehicle adoption… Read More City of Palo Alto https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/City-Hall/Sustainability/Proposed-2022-Green-Building-and-Local-Energy-Code-Update

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Project Renewal Open 117 Supportive, Affordable Homes With Aquaponics Farming in the Bronx

Project Renewal Open 117 Supportive, Affordable Homes With Aquaponics Farming in the Bronx Integrated throughout the LEED-certified building are innovative design elements, amenities, and services that support residents’ health and long-term stability. Read More The City Life https://thecitylife.org/2022/07/14/project-renewal-open-117-supportive-affordable-homes-with-aquaponics-farming-in-the-bronx/

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Construction Begins on South L.A. Mixed-Use Development Evermontal

Construction Begins on South L.A. Mixed-Use Development Evermont Plans for the site include 180 affordable homes for seniors and families, retail stores, a transit plaza and a Metro training facility. The future LEED certified homes will be… Read More LA Business First https://www.bizjournals.com/losangeles/news/2022/07/15/construction-begins-on-south-la-mixed-use-evermont.html

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7/15/22 – MetroIntelligence Economic Update by P. DUFFY

MetroIntelligence Economic Update by P. DUFFY Producer Price Index rises 1.1 percent in June and 11.3 percent year-on-year The Producer Price Index for final demand increased 1.1 percent in June, following advances of 0.9 percent in May and 0.4 percent in April. Final demand prices moved up 11.3 percent for the 12 months ended in June, the largest increase since a record 11.6-percent jump in March 2022.  Prices for final demand less foods, energy, and trade services moved up 0.3 percent in June after advancing 0.4 percent in both May and…

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