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Exploring How Sustainable Construction and Green Building Certifications Influence Commercial Real Estate Values

Commercial real estate (CRE) developers move heaven and earth to unlearn their environmentally unsound ways and adopt eco-friendly ones with one goal in mind — to earn sustainable building certifications. Swimming upstream against tried-and-true construction practices can be expensive because…

Rose MorrisonApril 10, 2024

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Understanding LEED ID+C: Elevating Interior Sustainability

The first version of LEED v5 for Interior Design & Construction (ID+C) has just been released, and the floor is now open for public comment. It offers a unique opportunity for professionals and stakeholders to shape the future of green…

Olga PleskatsevichApril 9, 2024

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A Guide to the LEED v4 Energy Update

The upcoming LEED v4 Energy update, recently unveiled by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is on the horizon. Set to be implemented on March 1, 2024, this update brings forth significant changes aimed at elevating energy efficiency and reducing…

Olga PleskatsevichFebruary 6, 2024

LEED v4 ID+C: Commercial Interiors, Retail, Hospitality; % improvement over ASHRAE 90.1-2010

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Exploring the Landscape of LEED v5

The landscape of sustainable building is set to undergo a significant transformation with the advent of LEED v5, introduced by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) at Greenbuild 2023. This latest iteration represents a radical structural overhaul of all LEED…

Olga PleskatsevichDecember 5, 2023

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Why LEED Certification Is More Than Just a Badge: Unveiling the Hidden Benefits for Building Owners

The United States Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program certifies buildings meet strict environmental standards. Facilities across the globe use the system to gain its many advantages. Here’s what to know about LEED certification and…

Rose MorrisonOctober 26, 2023

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How Sustainable Construction Practices Influence the Value of Commercial Real Estate

Many factors determine the value of a commercial property. The location, condition and functionality are just some things buyers and tenants look for. Nowadays, there's another factor that consumers are putting at the forefront. People are consciously looking for sustainable…

Rose MorrisonSeptember 12, 2023

GNFZ Certification for existing buildings

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GNFZ Certification — A Gateway to Carbon-Neutral Existing Buildings

As cities worldwide strive to achieve ambitious carbon neutrality goals, the focus on decarbonizing existing buildings emerges as a pivotal strategy. In the quest to curb carbon emissions and foster sustainable urban environments, the critical role of deep energy retrofits…

Olga PleskatsevichAugust 24, 2023

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Impact Beyond Sustainability: Ethical Sourcing and Responsible Supply Chain Practices in Construction

Making the planet a better place to live requires participation in every industry. Construction companies and industry leaders can jump into the eco-friendly movement by evaluating the planetary impact of their suppliers. These are a few ethical sourcing practices companies…

Rose MorrisonAugust 22, 2023

BEE Incorporations Partners with the Global Network for Zero

BEE Incorporations is joining forces with the Global Network for Zero (GNFZ) in our mission to accelerate the realization of a zero-emissions world. About Global Network for Zero The Global Network for Zero (GNFZ) is a collaborative and inclusive community…

Olga PleskatsevichJuly 27, 2023

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4 Ways to Continue Developing Sustainable Infrastructure

Infrastructure is everything that makes a city a city — minus the houses. Roads, dams, hospitals, bridges, street lamps and the streets themselves form vast networks connecting human settlements worldwide. Designing, building and maintaining sustainable infrastructure is the best option…

Rose MorrisonJuly 25, 2023

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Exploring How Sustainable Construction and Green Building Certifications Influence Commercial Real Estate Values

Understanding LEED ID+C: Elevating Interior Sustainability

A Guide to the LEED v4 Energy Update

Exploring the Landscape of LEED v5

Why LEED Certification Is More Than Just a Badge: Unveiling the Hidden Benefits for Building Owners

How Sustainable Construction Practices Influence the Value of Commercial Real Estate

GNFZ Certification — A Gateway to Carbon-Neutral Existing Buildings

Impact Beyond Sustainability: Ethical Sourcing and Responsible Supply Chain Practices in Construction

BEE Incorporations Partners with the Global Network for Zero

4 Ways to Continue Developing Sustainable Infrastructure

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