Green News

• Commercial building tax deduction - provisions for commercial buildings that make improvements to their energy systems are eligible for tax deductions of as much as $1.80 per square foot.
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• LEED-EB Wins Approval - Green Cleaning is now a pre-requisite for existing buildings (EB) who are seeking LEED certification!
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• Geogia Tech Wins National Award - American School and University" Green Cleaning Award for 2007.
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• Urban Environment Report - Ranks 72 Urban cities environmental performance. 1 being best and 72 being worst, Atlanta ranks 64! See details:
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• Sustainable Solutions: The Impact of the Green Building Movement - With rising energy costs, tightening budgets, increasing populations and diminishing resources, an increasing number of businesses are turning to green buildings, and cities and towns of all sizes are beginning to require green buildings as well. If we're on the cusp of a tipping point, now is the time to review the potential of high-performance buildings.
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• Report calls for more green buildings - A new report says promoting green buildings could cut North American greenhouse gas emissions more quickly and cheaply than any other available measure.
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• Free LEED for Existing Buildings Registration - Making the jump from new building design to ongoing operations is easier than ever.
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