Chemical Industry Attacks LEED: We Check the Facts

Chemical and plastics trade groups have attacked LEED and the federal government's use of it. We separate the facts from the fabrications.
by P.J. Melton

This story is cross-posted from our sister site, BuildingGreen.com.

A developing focus on chemicals of concern in the LEED rating systems could make federal buildings less energy-efficient, according to the American Chemistry Council (ACC).

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Test Driving the New Brattleboro Food Co-op Building

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Blower-door testing of the nearly complete Brattleboro Food Co-op building shows it to be remarkably tight.

Andy Shapiro (standing) and Terry Brennan set up a two-fan blower door for air tightness testing at the Brattleboro Co-op. Click on image to enlarge.Photo Credit: Alex Wilson

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