Monthly Archive: March 2018

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How Bamboo Flooring is Made

Bamboo is one of the most sustainable building materials. With more than 1000 species of bamboo, this versatile plant can grow in a wide range of environments and is very hardy, not needing pesticides or herbicides to grow well. The most important quality of bamboo is...

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USGBC Introduces LEED v4.1

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has introduced LEED v4.1 for existing buildings and spaces. According to USGBC, the rating system is simplified. The scorecard and requirements have been streamlined and new methodologies for tracking and rating performance are integrated directly into the rating system. This provides a...

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Neolith Expands Global Production

Neolith, manufactured by Spain-based company TheSize, continues its global expansion with several key initiatives in 2018. Plans for this year include an added production line, showroom openings, and a new logistics warehouse. The company aims to enhance support of the brand’s network of distributors, architects, designers...

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USGBC Announces LEED for Cities Grant Program

U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), creators of the LEED green building rating system, along with support from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation, announced a new grant program designed to recognize the sustainability and green building achievements of U.S. cities pursuing LEED for Cities certification. LEED for Cities enables local governments...