UC Berkeley Completes Energy Biosciences Building
BERKELEY, Calif. — The University of California at Berkeley recently completed construction on its new Energy Biosciences Building.
November 14, 2012
Research Firm Predicts Growth in Green Roof Market
BOSTON — Lux Research, an independent research and advisory firm specializing in emerging technologies, recently released a report on market trends involving green roofs and walls. The report predicted the market for green roofs and walls would balloon into a $7.7 billion market by the year 2017.
New Certification Helps Small Commercial Buildings Go Green
PORTLAND, Ore. — Earth Advantage Institute (EAI), has recently announced a new green building certification for smaller commercial properties.
The Earth Advantage Commercial (EAC) green building certification program will offer three levels, same as LEED — Platinum, Gold and Silver. The standards will help smaller commercial properties get a green building certification that represents the approach and results of these properties.
Emergency Telephone Booth
The Eco Tower from Talk-A-Phone provides users with transportation and installation savings. Designed from durable yet lightweight aluminum, the emergency phone tower weighs 45 pounds and stands 9 feet tall. It features an always-lit LED blue light for enhanced security. The tower’s multilayer powder coating achieves near zero waste and volatile organic compound emissions, according to the company. Modular construction allows for easy upgrades of the tower, while the optional internal mounting plates and shelves provide clean mounting solutions for accessories.
Ann C. Chan
Ann C. Chan has been appointed deputy secretary for climate change and energy at the California Natural Resources Agency. Chan was senior climate change specialist at the Wilderness Society from 2011 to 2012.