Metalmag: Green Standards

Commercial Buildings Compete for Title of Biggest Energy Loser

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 03:18:39 EST

The EPA’s third annual Energy Star Program kicked off Wednesday. Nearly 3,300 commercial buildings will compete to improve energy efficiency, with the biggest loser taking home the prize.

GSA Approves Three Green-Building Certification Systems for Use

Mon, 14 May 2012 03:18:42 EST

Green Globes and the Living Building Challenge join LEED in passing the GSA’s review for use in federal projects, an increase from just LEED in 2007.

Standard Completed

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:26:06 EST

The Green Building Initiative has completed the first commercial building rating system.

Collaboration Boosts Green Building Practices

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:25:58 EST

Several green-building organizations have collaborated to develop a comprehensive model green-building code designed to advance green-building practices across the U.S.

Colors Are Approved

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:25:18 EST

Englert Inc., Perth Amboy, N.J., has three new colors that are Energy Star-approved: stone white, standard teal and Pacific blue.

Headquarters Receives Certification

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 01:58:42 EST

Butler Manufacturing’s headquarters in Kansas City, Mo., received Energy Star certification from the Washington, D.C.-based Environmental Protection Agency.

10.8V Lithium-Ion Compact 3-Piece Cordless Combo Kit From Makita USA Inc.

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 05:13:24 EST

Makita USA Inc.’s 10.8V Lithium-Ion Compact 3-Piece Cordless Combo Kit, model LCT302W, features a 10.8V flashlight, 10.8V compact lithium-ion driver drill and 10.8V compact lithium-ion impact driver.

Organizations Promote Building Sustainability

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 05:10:04 EST

Through a new memorandum of understanding, the Atlanta-based American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers Inc. and Portland, Ore.-based Green Building Initiative will work

Architect's Office Earns Certification

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:00:52 EST

San Antonio-based SoFlo Studios, home to Alamo Architects and OCO Architects, has received LEED Silver certification from the Washington, D.C.-based U.S. Green Building Council. The design studio, which was featured in metalmag’s October 2007 issue, page 106, features the reused metal components of what had been an office and warehouse.

Life-Cycle Assessment Recognizes Green Benefits of Zinc

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 12:02:55 EST

Zinc is becoming a recognized green-building material because of its favorable life-cycle assessment.

Improving Green-Rating Systems

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:32:03 EST

Industry leaders must unite to topple obstacles for metal in green-rating systems.

Metal Panels Address Insulation-Standard Increase

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 01:24:02 EST

Metal panels help meet energy requirements for commercial buildings as stated by the revised version of ASHRAE Standard 90.1

High-performance Buildings Earn Tax Benefits

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 01:23:27 EST

Federal tax credits are available for commercial and mixed-use buildings that incorporate green elements and meet certain performance standards. These credits also apply to multi-unit and single-family residential new construction or remodeling projects that fit the high-performance building model.

The Greening of A Contracting Company

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 01:21:50 EST

SAN FRANCISCO-BASED Swinerton Builders constructed what can arguably be called one of America’s first green buildings in 1970—the Weyerhaeuser headquarters in Federal Way, Wash. With extensive vegetated roofs, natural daylighting and a manmade lake created for passive heating and cooling, this pioneering effort was driven by the client and architect.

How Metal Roofs Impact Energy Efficiency

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 01:21:30 EST

Reflectivity and emissivity are important terms when discussing the energy efficiency of metal roofs.

Contractors Can Thrive in the Sustainability Market

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:52:17 EST

If it's true that almost every challenge comes with an opportunity, why should high-performance construction be any different?

Metal Products Recognized for Sustainability

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 01:20:50 EST

MBDC, Charlottesville, Va., has awarded Cradle to Cradle Certification at the Silver level to Moon Township, Pa.-based CENTRIA’s Formawall Graphix Series metal wall panels, Concept Series concealed fastener panels, IW Series concealed fastener panels, Profile Series exposed fastener panels, Versapanel insulated metal composite panels and Structural Standing Seam Roof Systems. The majority of the CENTRIA product line now is certified and recognized for sustainable attributes through Cradle to Cradle Certification.

La Quinta Inn & Suites/Houston

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 01:22:09 EST

The project used approximately 19,400 square feet (1802 m2) of Ontario, Calif.

Guides, Books and Contract Documents to Aid your Business

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:53:22 EST

Tools to help in metal design and construction.

Council Celebrates 10 Years

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 04:52:21 EST

The Cool Roof Rating Council, Oakland, Calif., was established in 1998.