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La Habra School District Ahead of the Times.
The use of Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) construction in not new to the Southland. As evidenced by this news clip from 2002 at the La Habra School District in Southern California. But . . .
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ICF/ARXX Green Build is a system Whose Time Has Come.
Energy efficient construction coupled with sustainable green solutions is the only way to build in today's market. And Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) construction is the ultimate solution to tackle the energy crisis hurdle and the urgency to conserve our country's natural resources. Our work is setting new benchmarks in sustainable green building, minimizing wasteful energy costs, maximizing efficiencies, enhancing property values and helping conserve vital natural resources.
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Just The Facts:
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* Buildings represent 70% of US electrical consumption.
* Buildings are responsible for nearly half of the country’s greenhouse gas emissions, consuming more than 70% of the electricity generated by US power plants.
* The value of green building construction starts will exceed $12 billion in 2008, and is projected to increase to $60 billion by 2010.
* By 2009, 80% of corporate America is expected to be engaged in green at least 16% of the time, and 20% will be working in green 60% of the time.
* The EPA estimates that 136 million tons of building-related construction and demolition (C&D) debris was generated in the US in a single
year.
* California native plant landscapes require less maintenance than a traditional garden, and save 80% in costs.
* Medium-density fiberboard (MDF) is usually manufactured from sawmill waste and formaldehyde, a known human carcinogen.
“If you want to understand what California’s state and local governments are doing to create healthy communities and a vibrant, green economy, you can’t miss the Green California Summit. This is the event for anyone who wants to be part of a green revolution that is changing the world.”
Rosario Marin, Secretary, State and Consumer Services
Co-Chair, Summit Advisory Board
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Thank you for mentioning the Green California Schools Summit, takign place December 8-10 in Anahim, California. The URL should be: http://www.green-technology.org.
Comment by Racquel Palmese — September 4, 2008 @ 8:18 pm
Nice job! Looks great much success. di
Comment by Diana Chavez — September 11, 2008 @ 6:53 pm
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