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August 2008
Cracking the code - by Charles Redell
The nation’s built environment is undergoing a revolution. Slowly but surely, builders and designers are moving toward “green” and sustainable construction techniques for both new construction and existing remodels. But in the West Coast’s biggest jurisdictions, the change is happening so quickly that some builders and designers are complaining that the building and energy codes aren’t keeping up.


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Foreign currency - by Amy Westervelt
As a U.S. recession looms, green business looks for investors abroad. Read More
Chain gain - by Melanie Schutt
Small forestland owners are tackling challenges surrounding certified forestry. Read More

 
  8/21:   Borrego Solar and Sam's Club team up to open consumers' eyes to solar. Read More  
  8/19:   GreenPrint offers Mac version of its ink- and waste-saving software. Read More  
  8/18:   Another round of layoffs at Imperium Renewables raises eyebrows. Read More  
  8/15:   NaiKun garners investments, moves ahead with off-shore wind plans. Read More  

Nik Blosser
  
Companies need to help shape marketing rules to clean up the greenwashing mess.

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A dissection of the opportunities and meaning of this changing environmental climate.

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Nature, Landscape and Building for Sustainability
  Solar-powered project proves green building can serve all income brackets. Read More

California requires green building standard for all new construction. Read More
  Borrego Solar and Sam's Club team up to open consumers' eyes to solar. Read More

NaiKun garners investments, moves ahead with off-shore wind plans. Read More
  GreenPrint offers Mac version of its ink- and waste-saving software. Read More

Pilot program examines the role rate choices play in energy use. Read More
  A new organic industry group connects food producers. Read More

Amidst poor public opinion polls, Wal-Mart increases focus on buying local. Read More
  Walter Vernon says designers should push the limits of building codes. Read More

Seizing the opportunities offered by social media isn't just a matter of technology. Read More
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