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The Master Builders Association has recently implemented its Green Living training plan and accreditation to provide better access to tools and information for a more effective approach to sustainability in construction practices. Builders who complete the training and adopt sustainable innovations in their operations will be able to identify themselves as Master Builders Green Living builders. The brand will enable builders to market their services as businesses that are skilled in the design, construction and maintenance of high quality structures that adopt industry best practice for sustainability in the built environment.To qualify for the accreditation, you must be a member of the Master Builders Association and attend the two day Green Living course. The new training will provide competencies in designing, building, installing and maintaining environmental innovations.
TANGERANG: It was business as usual at the construction site of Pamulang Square near Lake Tujuh Muara on Jl. Siliwangi in Tangerang regency Thursday despite mounting protests from environmentalists and local residents. Dozens of workers were seen digging holes to sink pylons for the shopping mall construction. Protesters are concerned by the fact that the lake functions as a water catchment for the regency and a shopping mall construction would damage the environment near the lake, said Sugandi who is an activist with Lake Tujuh Muara Conservation Committee. He said the committee and residents of the three subdistricts had delivered their objections to the developer's plan to build the square near the lake, but received no response. "I think our concern is reasonable.
But my talk goes off well. I do a powerpoint presentation on the Progressive activist's hero's journey. When it's done, I get a lot of thank you's
One thing I did was ask, "who are your heroes-- living people?"
I'd love to hear from you who your hero is. I'll be posting this report on Camp Democracy as an article, so please, respond to the article with a comment, saying who your progressive hero is and why.
Though the folks at Camp Democracy had offered me free lodging, I decided to head home a little after seven. Between waiting for and catching trains, I got home about half past midnight. it was well worth the trip. I've met people who travelled from Michigan, upstate New York, Washington state, virginia, from all over the place. Make the time.
MOLINE, IL -- (MARKET WIRE) -- September 25, 2006 -- Through careful planning, Alternative Energy Builders (AEB), based in Moline, IL, combined research and experience to create adult communities that are easy on the budget, care for the environment, and strive to better individuals' health. Two of AEB's projects have achieved national recognition for their great strides in global energy awareness. Amber Ridge Assisted Living and Arbor Village Townhomes is the first USEPA recognized Energy Star assisted living residence and Energy Star adult community in the United States. Like a living organism, your home breathes, absorbs environmental elements and produces waste. Mr. George Bialecki, Jr., CEO and Founder, states, "If we take the time to scrutinize every detail of the home, from the building envelope to light bulbs, the end result ensures a home that is healthier, cleaner, and uses less energy than conventional construction.
The St. Tammany Home Builders Association announces their 20th Annual Home Show to be held Saturday, June 10th from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. and Sunday, June 11th from Noon until 6 p.m.The Home Show, held at the Castine Center in Pelican Park located in Mandeville, will feature over 100 booths with vendors on hand to answer questions and provide useful information. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door. Children under twelve are admitted free with paid admission of an adult, and $1 off coupons can be found in various print media. Chairman of the 2006 Home Show, Roland Juneau, believes this year will be the biggest ever with over 100 booths showcasing experts in the home improvement industry from planning to financing, flooring to lighting and everything in between. This year will also feature representatives from FEMA who will be on hand to answer questions and hand out information.
Homebuilders in central Ohio are getting hammered by a downturn in the housing industry that stretches nationally. Construction in Franklin and Delaware counties combined is about half of what it was at this time in 2004, said Jim Hilz, executive director of the Building Industry Association of Central Ohio. Declines are turning out to be deeper than expected, according to economists for the National Home Builders Association. Home construction nationally is expected to fall 11.5 percent this year followed by a similar drop next year. Trend lines are even worse in central Ohio. "The layoffs in the industry among builders, suppliers and subcontractors are numerous," Hilz said. The number of building permits issued in Franklin County for single-family homes through July was 36 percent less than at the same time last year, Hilz said.
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