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USGBC calls for proposals for feedback, concepts for next LEED version

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) recently called for proposals to solicit feedback and concepts for the next version of LEED. The request follows a successful public input process for the develo.....»»

Category: realestateSource: bdcnetworkJul 15th, 2019

: As Bezos seeks to be ‘Earth’s best employer,’ Amazon fights shareholder calls to prove its progress

Among the proposals Amazon is recommending its shareholders vote against are reports on: pay by race and gender, who gets promoted, how customers use its technology and its lobbying activities......»»

Category: topSource: marketwatchApr 15th, 2021

Climate activists up stakes at Exxon, backing calls for independent board chairman

Shareholder activists prodding Exxon Mobil Corp on climate-change proposals are backing calls for an independent board chairman as the oil major steps up efforts to keep climate proposals off its ballot......»»

Category: topSource: reutersMay 13th, 2020

Trump"s budget math grapples with economic reality

WASHINGTON — President Trump’s budget proposals have been defined by a belief that the economy will grow significantly faster than most economists anticipate. The latest version, set for release on .....»»

Category: topSource: moneycentralFeb 10th, 2020

Trump"s budget math grapples with economic reality

WASHINGTON — President Trump’s budget proposals have been defined by a belief that the economy will grow significantly faster than most economists anticipate. The latest version, set for release on .....»»

Category: topSource: moneycentralFeb 10th, 2020

USGBC Report: Annual LEED-Certified Ranking Released, Colorado Tops List

Green living continues to be high on the priority list for many homeowners across the U.S. Every year, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) .....»»

Category: realestateSource: rismediaFeb 1st, 2020

U.S. Green Building Council releases the top 10 states for LEED

As cities and states continue to work toward climate action goals, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) has announced its list of Top 10 States for LEED green building. For the first time since 2011, Colorado took the top spot o.....»»

Category: realestateSource: bdcnetworkJan 24th, 2020

USGBC unveils vision for LEED Positive

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced its LEED Positive vision statement and LEED development roadmap that will “lay the foundation for a future of LEED that is regenerative.” LEED P.....»»

Category: realestateSource: bdcnetworkDec 6th, 2019

Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Calls for Blockchain-Based KYC Proposals

Sri Lanka's Central Bank wants to use a blockchain system for local banks' "know-your-customer" protocols......»»

Category: forexSource: coindeskDec 3rd, 2019

Levi’s and Google are launching new denim jackets that can answer phone calls and control your music

Jacquard by Google Levi's and Google are introducing a second version of their .....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderSep 30th, 2019

Trump calls for Rep. Adam Schiff to be arrested for treason over Ukraine hearing, on grounds which are not clear

Reuters President Donald Trump in a tweet early Monday lashed out at Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff, the chairman of the House Intelligence Committee.  Trump attacked a paraphrased version of his controversial .....»»

Category: topSource: businessinsiderSep 30th, 2019

LEED-certified homes are at an all-time high

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), has released a new report, “LEED in Motion: Residential,” showing the growing green trends in the homes market. The report reveals that gre.....»»

Category: realestateSource: realestateweeklyAug 16th, 2019

USGBC seeks comment on next evolution of LEED

The U.S. Green Building Counc.....»»

Category: realestateSource: realestateweeklyJul 18th, 2019

USGBC receives funding for LEED for Cities and Communities Program

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) received a new $500,000 grant from Bank of America to support the LEED for Cities and Communities Program. The money will be used to support.....»»

Category: realestateSource: bdcnetworkMay 24th, 2019

Trump scrambles to salvage NAFTA rewrite, courting Democrats

Several Democrats said President Trump put on a charm offensive Tuesday during a White House meeting, soliciting their feedback on what he would need to do to win their support for an updated version of the North American Free Trade Agreement......»»

Category: topSource: washpostMay 1st, 2019

New timber traceability LEED credit released

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) released a new LEED pilot credit designed to increase transparency in timber supply chains and reduce the risk of illegally harvested wood entering the supply chain......»»

Category: realestateSource: bdcnetworkMar 29th, 2019

Sebi committee for listing of large registrars on the stock exchanges

The deadline for public feedback on the proposals is May 19.....»»

Category: topSource: business-standardMay 4th, 2018

How Computers Could Make Your Customer-Service Calls More Human

The robotic call-center agent reading from a script is getting a makeover as a number of companies develop software to give agents real-time feedback about how their customer conversations are going......»»

Category: smallbizSource: wsjJun 16th, 2018

Report: Boeing calls for engine proposals for potential new jet

The Boeing Co. is reportedly expected to receive proposals by today from a trio of aircraft engine-makers in relation to the company’s potential New Mid-market Aircraft (NMA), signaling further development on a plane that Wichita’s largest empl.....»»

Category: topSource: bizjournalsJun 27th, 2018

UK releases long-awaited and already derided Brexit plan

The British government has released proposals for what it calls a "principled, pragmatic and ambitious" Brexit — plans that have already triggered the resignation of two top ministers and face likely resistance from the European Union......»»

Category: topSource: foxnewsJul 12th, 2018

Putin declares Cold War "a thing of the past" as he calls for extending missile treaty

Russian President Vladimir Putin declared the Cold War a "thing of the past" as he called for starting dialogue on nuclear arms balance. He said Russia made concrete proposals.....»»

Category: topSource: marketwatchJul 16th, 2018