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USGBC launches LEED Zero to address net zero carbon operations in LEED green building projects

LEED Zero is open to all LEED projects certified under the BD+C, ID+C or O+M rating systems, or projects registered to pursue LEED O+M certification.

November 14, 2018

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), Washington, D.C., launched LEED Zero, a new program that will address net zero operations and resources in buildings.

USGBC, BRE Group partner to promote green construction

USGBC and BRE will highlight the role that buildings can play in improving environmental, economic and health outcomes and positively impact the quality of life.

November 14, 2018

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), Washington, D.C., and the BRE Group (BRE), UK, announced a partnership that will promote the expertise of both organizations and harness their combined industry insights to deliver a new industry approach to green building performance, solutions and benchmarking.

Half of survey respondents expect to make 60% of their projects green in next 3 years

The international market for green construction projects has grown significantly in the last 10 years.

November 13, 2018

Nearly half of survey respondents (more than 60%) expect to make a majority of their projects green by 2021, according to a report published by Dodge Data & Analytics, New York.

Study: Employees are happier, healthier, more productive in LEED green buildings

When it comes to choosing a new job, findings show that people’s decisions were influenced by whether or not the workplace was in a LEED-certified building.

October 17, 2018

Employees who work in LEED-certified green buildings are happier, healthier and more productive than employees in conventional and non-LEED buildings, according to a new survey released from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), Washington, D.C.

USGBC releases Top 10 states for LEED green building

Topping the list is Massachusetts, which moved from third to first place.

January 25, 2017

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), Washington, D.C., announced the Top 10 states for LEED.

USGBC study: U.S. building owners show strong support for better designed, healthier buildings

The report shows that the design and construction industry in the United States is poised for wider adoption of building practices that prioritize the physical, mental and social well-being of tenants and occupants.

September 16, 2016

The design and construction of healthier buildings is a key business benefit for building owners, developers, managers and investors, according to the results of a new SmartMarket Report released by Dodge Data & Analytics, New York, in partnership with U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), Washington, D.C.

Why the Frozen Food Industry Should Consider LEED Certification

Thulasi Narayan Grey Fowles

November 6, 2014

Energy experts provide tips on how to build—and even maintain—a LEED-certified food processing facility.

The Future of Food Processing Plants

Marina Mayer

November 5, 2014

From wastewater management to LED lighting to enhanced refrigerant management, Refrigerated & Frozen Foods uncovers the latest in green technologies for today’s cold storage distribution and processing plants.

Plants of the Future

September 10, 2014

Does your food processing plant or cold storage distribution facility feature the latest trends and technologies in green construction? If so, tell your story in Refrigerated & Frozen Foods’ Plants of the Year cover story, November 2014 issue.

WhiteWave Opens Company’s First Certified Green Manufacturing Plant

August 5, 2014

WhiteWave Foods, Broomfield, Colo., announced green building certification of its beverage manufacturing facility in Dallas, Texas.

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USGBC launches LEED Zero to address net zero carbon operations in LEED green building projects

USGBC, BRE Group partner to promote green construction

Half of survey respondents expect to make 60% of their projects green in next 3 years

Study: Employees are happier, healthier, more productive in LEED green buildings

USGBC releases Top 10 states for LEED green building

USGBC study: U.S. building owners show strong support for better designed, healthier buildings

Why the Frozen Food Industry Should Consider LEED Certification

The Future of Food Processing Plants

Plants of the Future

WhiteWave Opens Company’s First Certified Green Manufacturing Plant

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