The date change is in response to USGBC members’ requests for more time to absorb the changes in the next version of the rating system, said USGBC President and CEO Rick Fedrizzi.

Quality and value driving growth in green building market

May 1, 2012

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The green homes share of the construction market was 17% in 2011, equating to $17 billion, and expected to rise 29%-38% by 2016 - potentially a $87-$114 billion opportunity.

CIPH launches water awareness website in honor of Earth Day

April 19, 2012

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New website will educate Canadians about the crucial role plumbing plays in water conservation and our day-to-day lives.

USGBC-Illinois announces inaugural Emerald Award winners

April 2, 2012

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U.S. Green Building Council – Illinois Chapter will acknowledge eight winners in the sustainability realm May 10.

LEED-certified green building projects hit 12,000 mark

March 27, 2012

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The U.S. Green Building Council announced that the 12,000th commercial project has earned LEED certification - the LEED Gold Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge.

Delta Faucet fixes leaks at homes, community facilities

March 15, 2012

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In partnership with the EPA, GreenPlumbers USA, United Way, Ronald McDonald House, and various local water utilities and governments, Delta Faucet is fixing leaks this week in more than 1,000 low-income households and community facilities in Boston, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Indianapolis, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, San Francisco and Seattle.

Sustainability in buildings advances resiliency: USGBC, U of M report

March 1, 2012

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The U.S. Green Building Council and the University of Michigan’s Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning released a landmark report Feb. 29 that describes how green buildings advance resiliency in disasters.

PHCC promotes EPA's 'Fix a Leak Week,' March 12-18

February 20, 2012

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PHCC and WaterSense are promoting ways to identify and repair dripping faucets, running toilets and leaky showerheads. In most cases, fixture replacement parts pay for themselves quickly.

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