2011
DOE and Appraisal Foundation Memorandum Addresses Building Technologies
WASHINGTON — A memorandum of understanding was signed on June 10 between the Department of Energy’s Office of Energy and Efficiency and Renewable Energy and the Appraisal Foundation, to establish a series of activities focused on ensuring the current federal appraisal standards are applicable for energy performance and green valuations.
The memorandum with the foundation, a congressionally authorized non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of professional valuation, also aims to ensure that appraisers are trained in the applicat
Read More California Arrow Awards Taking Nominations
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The California Product Stewardship Council announced they are taking nominations for the annual Arrow Awards, which recognize business and industry leaders for outstanding leadership, innovation and partnerships in product stewardship and green design.
California Arrow Awards Taking Nominations
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The California Product Stewardship Council announced they are taking nominations for the annual Arrow Awards, which recognize business and industry leaders for outstanding leadership, innovation and partnerships in product stewardship and green design.
Sustainability Service Companies Merge
BOULDER, Colo. — Sustainability management software provider PE International and Five Winds International, a sustainability management consultant firm, recently announced a merger aimed at enabling market penetration in North America and bringing Five Winds consulting services to a global audience.
Officials from the firms said the merger addresses a growing demand in the market for solutions that drive improvements in product-level and enterprise-wide sustainability performance.
Energy Department Offers Nevada Solar Facility Loan Guarantee
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced the offer of a conditional commitment for a $45.6 million loan guarantee for a 20-megawatt AC photovoltaic solar generating facility in Nevada.
The offer, announced by U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and Nevada Congresswoman Shelley Berkley, will be supported by funding from the 2009 Recovery Act.
The project is sponsored by Fotowatio Renewable and will be developed about 25 miles northeast of Las Vegas.
Jay Cariveau
Hanson Building Products named Jay Cariveau vice president of sales for its structural precast division, where he will oversee sales, estimating and project management for facilities in Minnesota, Utah, Idaho and California.A registered architect and LEED accredited professional, Cariveau has more than two years of experience in design, manufacturing, construction, and marketing.
Read More Ken Daly
Architectural Metal Systems and Storage Systems named Ken Daly as sales manager for the two companies. Daly has more than 20 years of sales and sales management experience in roofing systems, metal components, project management, and small business ownership. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Theology from Wake Forest University.