Monthly Archives: September 2012

SXSW Eco Grant Program

In an effort to ensure that SXSW Eco is accessible to all members of the sustainability community, the Austin Chronicle is offering to cover full and partial registration fees for students, teachers, government workers, nonprofits, and small businesses. All that’s needed to apply is a brief essay about your personal...
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Change in LEED EB Occupancy Rates

USGBC has announced that the minimum occupancy rate for buildings pursuing LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance has been reduced from the previous 75% minimum threshold to the new 50% minimum program requirement threshold. Technical guidance to illustrate compliance to these requirements will be made available on the USGBC...
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