Best Practices on Sustainability Why Green Building Has Staying Power Avoiding Moisture Problems in Green Buildings

U.S. Green Building Council Launches New LEED Credentialing Program GE Real Estate's Green Initiatives

Local Government Incentives for Sustainable Development NAIOP Sustainable Development Policy

Sustainable Development National Forum Forming DevelopGREEN: Sustainable Solutions for Commercial Real Estate Featured Publication - Exceptional Green Buildings, Volume 1

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Best Practices on Sustainability This whitepaper addresses sustainability goals that most industries and manufacturing companies are pursuing, based on a recent survey conducted by architectural and engineering firm, SSOE, Inc. Companies surveyed represent diverse markets including commercial, construction, real estate development, retail, education, government, healthcare, alternative energy and alternative energy. Four sustainability goals were identified as the top four: 1) reducing energy consumption; 2) recycling; 3) achieving sustainable facility design; and 4) using energy-efficient products and equipment.

Why Green Building Has Staying Power This October 2007 survey by National Real Estate Investor (NREI) reveals that 84 percent of corporate users and 77 percent of developers expect to own, manage or lease at least some sustainable properties five years from now. In addition, developers expect the volume of green properties in their portfolios to increase from nine percent to 20 percent by 2012. Find out more about how corporations and developers are meeting demands for energy efficiency in this comprehensive report.

Avoiding Moisture Problems in Green Buildings This report* authored by the Liberty Building Forensics Group, a firm of forensic engineers and architects specializing in moisture and mold building forensics, takes a look at the contributions that good building envelope and mechanical design play in constructing sustainable buildings resistant to moisture problems. The report also identifies specific LEED credits that increase the potential for moisture intrusion problems during the design phase. *First in a series of mini-monographs by NCARB.

U.S. Green Building Council Launches New LEED Credentialing Program In January 2008, the USGBC will transfer responsibility for the LEED Professional Accreditation program to the newly established Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI). While the GBCI will serve as the independent administrator of the accreditation program, the USGBC will continue to manage the LEED Green Building Rating System.

GE Real Estate's Green Initiatives In addition to partnering with the Clinton Climate Initiative, GE Real Estate announced a new program that will incorporate sustainability into its existing origination of investments, underwriting, due diligence and asset management. The initiative's goal is to improve the environmental performance and value of assets while contributing to tenant health.

Local Government Incentives for Sustainable Development This study by Yudelson Associates uncovered the scope of green building incentives being offered across state and local governments in the U.S. as of August 2007 and assesses what optimal mix of economic and procedural incentives may further green building goals in other municipalities, while assisting developers who want to "build green." The report also contains an Appendix of local government programs, policies and incentives by state and city.

NAIOP Sustainable Development Policy Are you familiar with NAIOP's official policy endorsing sustainable practices for commercial real estate? The policy is the result of a Green Task Force established in March 2007 comprised of 13 NAIOP members from across the country and varying professions that contribute to the development industry.

Sustainable Development National Forum Forming Are you actively involved in developing green buildings? Consider joining the recently created General Forum on this topic. NAIOP National Forums, chaired by a prestigious group of industry leaders, are special interest groups for NAIOP members that provide exclusive networking and experience exchange with peers. For more information, visit the National Forums Web site.

DevelopGREEN: Sustainable Solutions for Commercial Real Estate What are the latest trends, topics and research in sustainable development? DevelopGREEN: Sustainable Solutions for Commercial Real Estate is specifically designed for the development industry and presents a program of information and education on the advantages of building sustainable projects, their public policy and environmental implications, the driving factors surrounding green projects and the latest "how-to" strategies needed to develop financially successful green projects as the trend of sustainable development becomes the industry standard. Join us at NAIOP's inaugural conference in Phoenix on March 12-13, 2008, to network with experts and learn how to green your companies, redevelopments and new projects. Register today!

Featured Publication - Exceptional Green Buildings, Volume 1 Green development can be both profitable and environmentally friendly. Learn how from today’s successful green developers! This CD includes 19 in-depth case studies, including 10 new case studies, plus nine bonus case studies from the CD in NAIOP's Developing Green: Strategies for Success book. Each case study includes project contact information as well as information on how each project achieved LEED certification. To order Exceptional Green Buildings, Volume 1 (Member price: $49.95), visit the NAIOP bookstore. Questions? Contact NAIOP's Publications Department at (800) 445-0443 or naiop@brightkey.net.