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Green Design Initiative
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An academic-industry-government consortium based at Carnegie-Mellon University to develop research and education programs to improve environmental quality while encouraging sustainable economic development.
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Living Homes
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Produces a line of homes featuring modern design and green materials. Shows sample interiors and exteriors.
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Vital Signs Project
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A curriculum materials development effort to examine a physical building's performance. Includes resource packages available for downloading and case studies.
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Green Building Encyclopedia - Design, Construction, Water Conservation, Energy
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Green building design guide with resources on the LEED exam, indoor air quality, water conservation, environmental construction products, straw bale, and energy-star appliances. For homebuilders, architects, engineers, real estate developers.
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Environmental Design Research Association
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An international, interdisciplinary organization that focuses on environmental design research that examines the interrelationships between people and their built environments. Hosts conferences, publishes papers, and allocates student research grants. Also supports special interest networks.
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