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Portland Apartments Slated to Become First LEED Platinum HUD Project

HFF arranges financing for nation's first LEED Platinum HUD property. More

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Making the Right Decisions for Your Green Project

Successfully completing the green-certification process requires starting at a project’s planning stages and soliciting the input of all team members. More

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How to Choose a Green Certification Program

Deciding which program to use depends on a host of important factors, including the type of building being certified, its location, and even your investors' preferences. More

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USGBC Releases 2012 List of Top 10 States for LEED

Washington, D.C., tops the annual ranking of LEED-certified projects. More

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USGBC Fact Checks USA Today

In round four of the back and forth between USA Today and the USGBC over the on-going series on the green-building organization and LEED, USGBC vice president of LEED technical development Brendan Owens weighs in. More

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USA Today Assails LEED System as a Sham

USA Today took aim at the green building industry today with a special report that argues against the environmental benefts promoted through the U.S. Green Building Council's programs. More

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Net Zero Communities: An Attainable Goal

Steven Winter shares his wisdom on how we can get to net zero and beyond. More

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New York's Recession-Ready Property-Tax Incentives for Green Building

A new property-tax incentive for green building passed in New York shows how states with strong central governments can adopt no-risk incentives for sustainable development during a slow recovery. More

4 Ways to Monetize Your Green Investments

While figures on the actual savings from green retrofits may be difficult to come by, there are specific strategizes being implemented in the industry that are showing positive results. More

Seeing Green

When it comes to greening an apartment community, developers and owners are often of two minds. More

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