BE+ Community Blog

Harvard Takes Giant Leaps to Create a Greener Community

By Grey Lee December 5, 2014 Photo credit: Harvard University Housing Actions speak louder than words and Harvard is definitely taking some noticeable action in the green building community!  The Harvard Green Building Standards reflect Harvard University's...

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Clark University Saves Energy through Behavior Change

By Eli Goldman by Eli Goldman Clark University’s Climate Action Plan calls for our campus to become carbon neutral by 2030, something that we are well on track to achieving.  While Clark has invested over $2 million in technology upgrades that continues to invest in...

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And now for some good news…..

By Kevin Dufour, Chapter Member & LEED AP O+M, Environmental Scientist for Viridis Advisors By Kevin Dufour, Chapter Member; LEED AP O+M     As an environmental scientist and sustainability consultant, I try to stay current with the latest research about our...

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Recognizing Sponsoring Partner: Simpson Gumpertz & Heger

By Grey Lee About Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm that designs, investigates, and rehabilitates structures and building enclosures.  Our award-winning work encompasses building, transportation, nuclear,...

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In Memorium of a Green Building Champion: Mayor Tom Menino

By John Dalzell, USGBC National Board of Directors & Boston Redevelopment Authority by John Dalzell, Boston Redevelopment Authority; USGBC National Board of Directors   Remembering Mayor Thomas M. Menino   Before LEED and USGBC became a globe movement, Mayor Menino...

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Greenbuild General Report

By Grey Lee Greenbuild 2014 in New Orleans was a very positive experience for our community.  Once again, we gathered as a professional force to address how the built environment can be improved for greater social benefit.  Hundreds of educational sessions explored...

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Massachusetts Ranked as the Most Energy Efficient State!

By Grey Lee On October 21st, 2014, the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) released their annual State Energy Efficiency Scorecard and ranked Massachusetts #1 for the 4th year in a row. Way to go Massachusetts! Be sure to check out the press...

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