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31 May
2017

Gramata Rowhome Renovation – LEED Platinum Single Family

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Set your top three goals early and stick to them. Meet early with your team and be sure everyone is on the same page in terms of goals and how to

26 May
2017

Lyons Lake House – LEED Gold Single Family Project Profile

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While there are many alternative systems and materials available to aid in the construction of a home, sticking with more traditional foundation and framing

5 May
2017

Goshorn Woods Single Family GreenStar Homes Gold Certification showcases simple renovation

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Laurie approached the GreenHome Institute in 2013 seeking a way to certify a small home renovation and addition project through the LEED for Homes certification system. We quickly

29 Apr
2017

Whole Foods Mixed Use Market Rate Housing Certify LEED Silver in Minneapolis

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Ryan Companies and The Excelsior Group collaborated to bring this 579,706-square-foot mixed-use project to downtown Minneapolis. The project – called 222 Hennepin – will contain 286 luxury apartments and will be […]

28 Apr
2017

The MN Brick House project goes GreenStar Gold and scores 10!

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This 123 year old house was renovated to high-performance with green features, with the goal of achieving a near-zero carbon footprint for the property within the parameters

9 Mar
2017

New LEED Green Rater Courtney Royal takes her own house LEED and Zero Energy in NY!

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Welcome our brand new credentialed LEED green rater who is serving the Upstate New York Region and behind to help people (re)build healthier and greener buildings. Courtney has provided consulting […]

25 Jan
2017

Dan Broersma, design for the environment, joins GHI Board!

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Dan Broersma lives in Holland Michigan and is passionate about his faith, community, and sustainability. Dan Broersma is a sustainable professional working for Herman Millers environmental team for the past […]

25 Jan
2017

Brandi Vallone, Home Energy Expert joins GHI Board of directors

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As GreenFIT’s General Manager, Brandi wears many hats. From budgets to bottom lines and operations to inventory, Brandi keeps the business running seamlessly. Her management and building science expertise guarantee […]

21 Dec
2016

Chicago’s 1st GreenStar Certified Home

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Featured on the 2014 GreenBuilt Home Tour in Chicago this GreenStar Type 1 gold certified remodel features a completely gutted and restored Chicago Bungalow.This newly

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