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Fred Delk's Coming in Loud & Clear

Fred Delk is a former radio host in South Carolina and, as part of that role, he is accustomed to dispersing information and opinions over the airwaves.much of it one way radio speak unless there's a call-in opportunity involved.
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Site Selection Strategies
 
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SCS Engineers Goes Back To School

By Vicki Strickler
The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) clearly needed assistance to position properties for failsafe expansion, as well as to help it cope with the complex environmental review process necessary to comply with strict California State regulations for school cleanup. Read how the systematically went about the site selection process.
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Project of the month
 
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Social Impact Award : Woonsocket Middle School Campus Redevelopment, Providence, R.I.

From blight to might—that was emblematic of the Woonsocket Middle School Campus project, which created substantial opportunities in the community. A teachable moment indeed in this heavily urbanized downtown district of Woonsocket, which is noted for having one of the highest Environmental Justice populations in Rhode Island. On January 4, 2010, the city opened the doors to the two state-of-the-art middle school buildings for the commencement of classes following the school department's winter break.
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Featured Articles
 

Fred Delk's Coming in Loud & Clear

Fred Delk is a former radio host in South Carolina and, as part of…more MORE

Social Impact Award : Woonsocket Middle School Campus Redevelopment, Providence, R.I.

From blight to might—that was emblematic of the Woonsocket Middle School Campus project, which…more MORE

Brownfield Briefs

Numbers don't lie. Following are some statistics that impact the brown and green economies…more MORE

The GE EPIS Center: A Recipe For Brownfield Redevelopment Success

The University of Dayton has cooked up, arguably, one of the most delectable brownfield…more MORE

Steve's Blog: Note to Self
 

California 'Steaming'! - A lot of focus will descend upon the state of California in 2012 to determine how ...

Don't Overlook the Indemnity Provision - Contractors and all others who face daily environmental risks are facing unprecedented challenges in their efforts to ...

Who Will Be The Solar Survivors? - Solar industry faces some challenges heading into 2012, with too many "cooks in the kitchen" and profit ...

What is Social Media Accomplishing For You? - Social media outlets such as Facebook began as a mechanism for young people to put themselves “out ...

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Latest News |  Environmental News |  Social News |  Economic News |  Energy News

Fred Delk's Coming in Loud & Clear

Fred Delk is a former radio host in South Carolina and, as part of that role, he is accustomed to... more MORE

Bradenton's Flush with Brownfield Incentive Possibilities

City planners in Bradenton, Fla., are vying for a slice of a $1 million grant secured by the Sarasota Manatee... more MORE

International Parking Institute Puts it in Overdrive

Group publishes Framework on Sustainability for Parking Design, Management, and Operations.... more MORE

Study: Commercial Real Estate Development and Construction Contribute $231 billion to GDP--Down from 2007 Performance

There's a decline in construction spending that has resulted in a noticeable effect on the nation’s economy, and it has... more MORE

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Brownfields Poised for Major Investment Boost from Fed

Just in the nick of time, brownfields are getting a much needed shot in the arm through an ambitious grants... more MORE

Sustainable Long Island Lands Funding for Auto Dealership Redevelopment

Funds will be used to conduct comprehensive regulatory scan to identify barriers to redevelopment of closed auto-dealership corridors and determine local,... more MORE

USGBC-Illinois Study Finds Range in Energy Efficiency Performance and 'Green Premium' Costs

An analysis of 51 LEED-certified green projects in Illinois found that most—specifically those that prioritized energy efficiency during the design... more MORE

EPA Adds California Abandoned Mines to Nation’s Worst Toxic Site Register

The cleanup efforts are underway at New Idria, Blue Ledge mines, to bring about change due to toxic pollutants discharged... more MORE

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Commercial Construction, Green Development Gains Momentum in Lakewood Ranch, Fla.

Projects totaling more than $100 million in commercial growth are underway.... more MORE

Michigan Economic Redevelopment Executive To Detail University Revitalization Initiative

Economic redevelopment in Kalamazoo, Mich. is being explored on several fronts, one of them a plan to revitalize an historic... more MORE

South Buffalo Goes North of $200K to Fund Business Park Redevelopment

The site that was once home to a steel and coke processing facility will be transformed into a mixed-use redevelopment... more MORE

In Idaho, This Green Redevelopment Spells Happy Trails!

The Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes in Plummer, Idaho possessed alot of environmental challenges along an abandoned right of way.... more MORE

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Bradenton's Flush with Brownfield Incentive Possibilities

City planners in Bradenton, Fla., are vying for a slice of a $1 million grant secured by the Sarasota Manatee... more MORE

International Parking Institute Puts it in Overdrive

Group publishes Framework on Sustainability for Parking Design, Management, and Operations.... more MORE

Commercial Building Efficiency: By Design...and More

NBI study shows impact of design decisions, operations and tenant behavior on building energy use Analysis informs architects, owners to... more MORE

Federal Funding To Provide Significant Boost for Job Training in Bridgeport, Conn.

In late August, a team of federal agencies highlighted a coordinated effort in Bridgeport, Conn. that is designed to help train... more MORE

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N.J. Brownfields: Program Stewards Reinforce Accountability Standards

New Jersey's brownfields redevelopment program has been regarded a national model for two decades, turning contaminated and underutilized parcels into opportunities for... more MORE

Book It: N.C. University Library Goes Green—And Then Some

It isn't always easy to adopt an aggressive green building migration plan, but Norfolk State University, Mt. Airy, N.C., demonstrated... more MORE

$olar $alvation: Creative Lease/Loan Options Drive Solar Energy Consideration

Those commercial, industrial, retail and governmental entities with an appetite for renewable energy initiatives can take heart: Some new, flexible... more MORE

K.C. Metropolitan Energy Center Recipient of Green Jobs Grant

The program will recruit students from high unemployment and underemployment areas who live in or near brownfield communities in the... more MORE


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Study: Commercial Real Estate Development and Construction Contribute $231 billion to GDP--Down from 2007 Performance - There's a decline in construction spending that has resulted in a noticeable effect on the nation’s economy, ...

City of Buffalo Announces Brownfield Opportunity Area Project Launch - The Office of Strategic Planning (OSP) for the city of Buffalo, N.Y. has announced three new Brownfield ...

American Renewables Raises Capital for Biomass Plant - American Renewables raised $500 million in a financing round comprising Japanese, French and Dutch banks to finance ...

Michigan Communities Benefit from EPA Brownfield Grant Initiative - U.S. EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson on June 6 announced more than $76 million in new investments ...

California Green-Energy Proposal Becomes Law - A proposal by a state senator in California to require California utilities to draw one-third of their ...

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Brownfield Renewal April 2011
Inside the Beltway: Can Bi-Partisanship Boost Brownfields?
With the Washington budget showing no signs of a quick-and-easy resolution, federal brownfields programs are unlikely to get much of …

Chicago Urban Ag Development Is ‘Food for Thought’ ...

Brownfields and crop development—for the express intent of producing foods—are concepts that have always been strange bedfellows. Mutually exclusive. An…

First Panned, Then Well-Planned! ...

At this abandoned, blighted factory—consisting of 187,227 square feet in 21 different structures on 13.5 acres in the three…

Highpointe of Clemson, 500 West Cherry Road, Columbia, S.C. ...

PROJECT GOAL: To revitalize land that had been sitting idle for years by putting the property back into productive…


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Featured Jobs  |  Newest Jobs |  Sponsors

Environmental Project Manager (Toledo, Ohio)
SME, consultants in the Geosciences, Materials and the Environment, seeks an experienced Environmental Professional for its growing Toledo office. For 47 years, SME has provided cost-effective, pract…
Senior Environmental Professional (Kalamazoo, Michigan)
SME is seeking an experienced Environmental Professional with 15+ years experience for our Kalamazoo office to provide technical leadership and senior-level project management. For 47 years, SME has …
Vice President of Construction (Memphis, Tennessee)
The Vice President of Construction provides leadership and direction for all aspects of construction throughout the company, including strategic planning and improving current systems and work progres…
Certified Residential Appraiser (Columbus, Ohio)
CJob Description:- The client, is seeking HUD approved, Certified Appraisers in the Ohio area. - Knowledge of ACI software is a plus.- $20 per month cell phone credit - Guaranteed bi-weekly pay checks…
Revit Drafter (Boston, Massachusetts)
Aerotek is currently seeking a Revit Technician.This is a contract through the end of February with strong possibility to extend/go perm. Qualifications:-5 years architectural office experience-3 year…
Structural Engineer (Saginaw, Michigan)
We are working with an Architecture Firm in Saginaw, MI, and they are looking for a structural engineer. A good candidate for the position is a licensed Engineer or an Engineer in Training with 3 year…
SAP SRM Consultant (Charlotte, North Carolina)
The position is open due to the lack of SAP SRM business process domain knowledge within their existing team and this person will fill be the subject matter expert for their SRM systems. A big part of…



This Weeks Poll
 

Will the EPA Workforce Development and other similar environmental jobs programs signal the start of a revitalized U.S. job market?

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Industry Profiles
 
Timothy Murray Timothy Murray
Boston, Mass.
Lieutenant Governor, state of Massachusetts

Roger W. Gingles Roger W. Gingles
Baton Rouge, La.
Brownfields Coordinator for the Louisiana Dept. of Environmental Quality

Paul Curran Paul Curran
Lackawanna, N.Y.
Senior Executive Vice President, Axio Power & Apex Wind Energy



Whitepapers
 
Accelerating Economic Development:The Area-Wide Approach of the Brownfield Opportunity Areas Program
by Jody Kass, Laura Truettner, John Fleming, and Jeff Jones
The new report by New Partners for Community Revitalization (NPCR) shows how New York State is revitalizing neighborhoods plagued by multiple brownfield sites, while stimulating economic growth and creating local jobs.
   
Smart Growth Outlook 2011: Challenges and Opportunities in Brownfields, Area-wide Planning & Implementation
By Jody Kass, Laura Truettner, John Fleming, Jeff Jones
Brownfields redevelopment policy in New York is in transition as the area-wide approach emerges as an innovative tool for urban revitalization.
   
The Brownfield Opportunity Areas Program: Smart Investments Laying the Groundwork for Economic Development, June 2011
by Laura Truettner
In April, 2011, New York State awarded $6.5 million in new grants under its landmark Brownfield Opportunity Areas (BOA) program, bringing the total state investment in BOA to $34 million.
   

Press Releases
 
Brownfields Forum, BOA EXPO, Award to Suffolk County Executive-Elect Steven Bellone

Industry Events
 
New Partners for Smart Growth Conference
Feb 02, 2012 - Today
San Diego
Carbon Management Technology Conference
Feb 07, 2012 - Feb 09, 2012
Orlando
Southwest Fire Ecology Conference—Fire, Landscapes, Wildlife & People: Building Alliances for Restoring Ecosystem Resilience
Feb 27, 2012 - Mar 01, 2012
Santa Fe

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Industry Experts
 
Kenneth H. Kastman
Chicago
URS Corp.

Susan Boyle
Mt. Laurel
Senior Environmental Practice Leader, GEI Consultants

Therese Carpenter
Phoenix
Environmental Scientist



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