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Written by: Conor MerriganGreen Tech Park Feasibility Report for Boulder, Colorado - Click To Read Article
This article was written as part of the master planning by the City of Boulder for an area that is projected to be a high growth infill area richly served by new transit initiatives. It explores the concepts and feasibility for different types of industrial parks or business clusters based around the idea of clean tech with a focus on renewable energy. While Boulder specific in many ways,the report details national and regional markets and opportunities, and should be read by anyone interested in Green Tech. Written last year, it is still quite relevant and includes resources to follow up and get the latest information available.
LEED-ND a Boon for Large Scale Developments - Click To Read Article
LEED-ND (Neighborhood Development) is a sustainable development rating system that looks at entire developments rather than individual buildings. As such, it allows a developer to certify their project to LEED standards for a fraction of the cost it would otherwise cost to have each individual building certified. The program is still in it's pilot phase, but savvy developers looking to capture the green market would do well to acquaint themselves with this now if they want to capture the emerging markets of eco-conscious consumers when the projects are complete.
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About the Author: Conor Merrigan RSS for Conor's articles - Visit Conor's website Prinicpal, C² Sustainable Development Consulting Active Board Member, USGBC Colorado Chapter Legislative Committee, Boulder Green Building Guild 1 year, City of Boulder Long-Range Planning Department 1 year, Boulder Housing Partners, Development Division 2 years, EcoBuilders, Ground-up Residential Strawbale Construction Dual Masters' degrees, Urban Planning and Urban Design: CU-Denver BS, Environmental Science, Oregon State University Click here to visit Conor's website Green Tech Park Feasibility Report for Boulder Colorado LEEDND a Boon for Large Scale Developments |
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