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Net Zero Emissions Month

Posted by tina on Sunday, 03 November 2013 in Sustainable Development

Cambridge — It’s for good reason Boston and Cambridge have earned strong reputations as leaders in sustainable building practices. In 2007, Boston amended its zoning code to become the first city in the nation to require LEED standards for all large-scale development projects. Cambridge followed su...

The Growth of Efficient Buildings

Posted by Aaron on Monday, 25 February 2013 in Green Design

The area of building efficiency affords tremendous opportunities for both economic growth and reduced environmental impacts. Buildings are the single largest emitters of greenhouse gases. According to a UNEP study titled “Towards a Green Economy,” homes and businesses are responsible for 40 percent ...

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Earth Hour 2011

Posted by ep-admin on Monday, 21 March 2011 in Energy Efficiency

About Earth HourEarth Hour is a global initiative in partnership with WWF. Individuals, businesses, governments and communities are invited to turn out their lights for one hour on Saturday March 26, 2011 at 8:30 PM to show their support for environmentally sustainable action. The event began in Syd...