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USGBC announces new LEED pilot ACP designed to eliminate irresponsibly sourced materials from the…

Peter Sobchak Apr 5, 2016

Today, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced the quarterly addenda to the LEED green building rating system, which includes a new pilot Alternative Compliance Path (ACP) credit that is designed to further advance environmentally…

Architecture

ZAS Architects recognized for the Gore Meadows Community Centre & Library

Peter Sobchak Nov 30, 2015

Located in Brampton’s rapidly growing multi-cultural district, the Gore Meadows Community Centre & Library by ZAS Architects + Interiors was designed as a new anchor for the community. With highly sustainable design as its foundation,…

Building

Government of Québec launches 12-storey Wood Building Construction Guide

Peter Sobchak Aug 17, 2015

The Government of Québec today announced the publication of a technical guide entitled Bâtiments de construction massive en bois d’au plus 12 étages (Construction of Mass Timber Buildings Up to 12 Storeys). The guide outlines the technical…