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Korea’s Songdo International Business District – One of Asia’s Largest Green Developments – Surpasses...

NEW YORK, N.Y. and INCHEON, South Korea - June 26, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- Songdo International Business District (IBD) today announced that it has achieved a total of 13.7 million square feet of LEED certified space, establishing itself as one of the world’s most ambitious LEED developments. Songdo IBD, a 1,500-acre new city on the coast of Incheon, South Korea, is setting new standards for sustainable urban development in South Korea and Asia.

The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council Launches the Green...

Washington, D.C. - March 20, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- The Center for Green Schools at the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) today released the Green Classroom Professional Certificate (GCP). This certificate program provides pre-K–12 teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators and parents with the knowledge and skills to support environmentally healthy, resource efficient and sustainable schools and classrooms. The GCP has been officially endorsed by the National Education Association (NEA).

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Tips and Resources for Updating an Older House

Updating an older house can be a uniquely rewarding project, breathing new life into its walls while preserving a piece of history. Yet, it's no small feat—old houses often come with their own set of challenges, including outdated systems, potential structural issues, and design quirks. Tackling these projects requires careful planning, an understanding of building regulations, and a balance of modern convenience with historical integrity.