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Press Launch for Making Room: Housing for a Changing America
Focused on the 21st-century housing needs of a changing America, the National Building Museum's Making Room exhibition is poised for the first scheduled transformation of the exhibition's centerpiece-the 1,000-square-foot "Open House" built within the ...
The Culver Steps Development Taps Kennedy Wilson to Rep Exclusive 40,000-Square-Foot Retail Portion
Global real estate investment and services firm Kennedy Wilson has been named the official broker of record for retail at The Culver Steps, a transformative mixed-use development adjacent to The Culver Studios and Culver Hotel in Downtown Culver City.
The Culver Steps Development Taps Kennedy Wilson to Rep Exclusive 40,000-Square-Foot Retail Portion
Global real estate investment and services firm Kennedy Wilson has been named the official broker of record for retail at The Culver Steps, a transformative mixed-use development adjacent to The Culver Studios and Culver Hotel in Downtown Culver City.
C.A.R. Business Products Offers RentSpree to Streamline Tenant Screening and Rental Applications
Real Estate Business Services® Inc. (REBS®), a subsidiary of the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) and RentSpree have partnered to offer all California REALTORS® 24/7 access to RentSpree’s online rental application and tenant verification services. RentSpree will be offered through the C.A.R. Business Products division, and will help REALTORS® reduce liability while working efficiently with lease/rental transactions.
C.A.R. Business Products Offers RentSpree to Streamline Tenant Screening and Rental Applications
Real Estate Business Services® Inc. (REBS®), a subsidiary of the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) and RentSpree have partnered to offer all California REALTORS® 24/7 access to RentSpree’s online rental application and tenant verification services. RentSpree will be offered through the C.A.R. Business Products division, and will help REALTORS® reduce liability while working efficiently with lease/rental transactions.
McCormick Construction Announces Groundbreaking of Evolution Warner Center Multifamily Development
McCormick Construction, in conjunction with developer, Evolution Strategic Partners, has announced the groundbreaking of Evolution Warner Center, a 277-unit luxury residential multifamily development. The 426,000-square-foot, transit-oriented developme...
McCormick Construction Announces Groundbreaking of Evolution Warner Center Multifamily Development
McCormick Construction, in conjunction with developer, Evolution Strategic Partners, has announced the groundbreaking of Evolution Warner Center, a 277-unit luxury residential multifamily development. The 426,000-square-foot, transit-oriented developme...
QUIGLEY TOURS AFFORDABLE HOUSING BUILDING UPGRADED WITH ENERGY EFFICIENCY RENOVATIONS
This week, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) toured an affordable housing building equipped with energy efficient technology and other measures designed to cut consumers’ energy bills and make the building more comfortable for tenants. He joined Elevate Energy, as well as the building property manager and contractors, to see the facility and discuss energy efficiency and affordability in Chicago.
Senators Oppose Tariffs That Would Harm Solar Industry
Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) joined a bipartisan group of senators, are urging the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) to not impose tariffs that would negatively affect the American solar industry. In a letter to Chairman Rhonda Schmidtlein, the lawmakers—who both represent states that have a growing solar industry—expressed their deep concern with the pending Section 201 global safeguard case regarding solar cell and module manufacturing in the United States.
House Passes Legislation to Modernize America’s Energy Infrastructure
Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) issued the following statement after the House voted on several pieces of legislation that will help modernize and advance America’s energy infrastructure
SEIA Testimony Urges Mass. DOER to Make Changes to Final SMART Regulations To Protect...
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) in comments and oral testimony urged the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) to make several changes to its proposed new solar incentive program to ensure the Commonwealth protects solar jobs. The Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target (SMART) program proposed by DOER would replace one of the state’s central solar policies, and is expected to be implemented next year.
State Regulator Hosts Chicago Mortgage Cybersecurity Conference
Illinois licensed professionals on the front line of the mortgage and real estate closing process descended upon the James R. Thompson Center this week to learn more about cyber and data security. A free conference hosted by the Illinois Department of ...
Rep. Peters Introduces HYPE Act to Cut Red Tape for Hydropower Projects
U.S. Congressman Scott Peters (CA-52) announced the Hydropower Permit Extension, or “HYPE” Act, to cut red tape in the construction permitting process for hydropower projects and incentivize greater investment in carbon-free hydropower. The bill gives already-approved hydropower projects an extra year on their initial permit to begin construction.
C.A.R. Business Products now offers 3D home tour technology exclusively to REALTORS®
Real Estate Business Services® Inc. (REBS®), a subsidiary of the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.), through its C.A.R. Business Products division, has signed a partnership with 3D home tour provider immoviewer, to help REALTORS® easily create virtual property tours and boost their business
CPL and CHA reveal winners of co-located library/housing design competition
Chicago Public Library (CPL) and Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) will announce the selection of the three architecture firms that will work with the Irving Park, West Ridge and near West Side communities to design co-located housing and library develop...
Sentinel Concierge FL Launches New Website
Leading concierge service provider, Sentinel Concierge FL, launched a new website to help clients gain easy access to their services and information on how concierge services can make life easier. Leading Florida based personal concierge services provi...
Colorado startup zavvie helps real estate agents dominate their neighborhoods
From Denver to Colorado Springs, Boulder to Fort Collins, zavvie - a new Colorado real estate startup - is offering to turn top producing real estate agents into the “Digital Mayor” of their neighborhoods. More...
5 Common Emergency Plumbing Problems
Plumbing emergencies are common in Chicago, and until one strikes, you don't really know if there is a leak in your fixtures. This is why initiatives like the Fix a Leak Week are being used to prevent plumbing emergencies.
SEIA Statement on Settlement Reached in Arizona
Following is a statement by Sean Gallagher, vice president of state affairs for the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), on the rate design settlement filed today with the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC)
North Carolina Lawmakers Receive Major Solar Accolades
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is honored to present both Sen. Richard Burr (R-NC) and Rep. George Holding (R-NC) with the prestigious SEIASolar Champion Award, an honor bestowed upon entities or individuals who have helped strengthen s...
North Carolina Lawmakers Receive Major Solar Accolades
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is honored to present both Sen. Richard Burr (R-NC) and Rep. George Holding (R-NC) with the prestigious SEIASolar Champion Award, an honor bestowed upon entities or individuals who have helped strengthen s...
New York State Council on the Arts Holds Council Meeting February 16, 2017
The New York State Council on the Arts will be holding a Council Meeting February 16 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the NYSCA offices, 300 Park South, 10th Fl, New York, NY. The purpose of the meeting will be for the Council to vote on FY17 appeals, to revie...
Nonprofit Partnership Provides Low-Cost Solar Power for Multifamily Affordable Housing in New York City
Solar One, GRID Alternatives Tri-State and Co-op Power today announced the launch of Affordable Solar New York. The nonprofit initiative will bring lowcost solar power to affordable housing providers in New York, which provide critical housing and serv...
Governor Awards $37.2 Million to Assist Low-Income Families with Energy Costs
Governor Robert Bentley on Friday awarded grants totaling $37.2 million to assist low-income families in Alabama with home energy bills. Due to the recent storms in Alabama, the Governor has fast tracked these grants in order for funds to be distribute...
Governor Awards $37.2 Million to Assist Low-Income Families with Energy Costs
Governor Robert Bentley on Friday awarded grants totaling $37.2 million to assist low-income families in Alabama with home energy bills. Due to the recent storms in Alabama, the Governor has fast tracked these grants in order for funds to be distribute...
Illinois’ New & Improved RPS Means More Solar
The Illinois state legislature passed the Future Energy Jobs Bill (SB 2814) last week, which sets the state on a path to 25 percent renewables by 2025, including potentially thousands of megawatts of new solar.
State provides $500,000 in grants to improve water quality
This year, seven entities across the state will receive $525,185 in grant funds for projects aimed to improve water quality. Projects must be focused in one of three areas: stormwater management training, projects that improve water quality where there’s been a violation, and the planning and/or construction of stormwater or wastewater improvement projects. Government agencies, publicly owned water systems and nonprofit water systems, watershed groups, stormwater program administrators, training providers, and private landowners were eligible to apply
Counter to Utility Claims, Solar Users Provide Net Benefits
Solar panels provide pollution-free energy that delivers far-reaching benefits to the environment and the electric grid, said a new report released today by Environment California Research & Policy Center. The report outlines how solar panels on homes, schools and businesses often provide more benefits than they receive through programs like net metering, counter to utility claims that solar owners don’t pay their fair share
New award recognizes California leadership in zero net energy schools
California is leading the nation in the transformation of K-12 schools and community colleges to zero net energy (ZNE) performance. To honor early innovation and leadership in this market, nine inaugural ZNE School Leadership Awards were given on behal...
EARTHJUSTICE & VOTE SOLAR FIGHT TO RESTORE ROOFTOP SOLAR FOR NEVADA FAMILIES
Earthjustice and Vote Solar took the fight to restore rooftop solar for Nevada families and small businesses to the state’s Supreme Court. The groups filed an appeal today challenging the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada (PUCN)’s unlawful decision to end a successful program that empowered Nevadans to go solar.
