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Green Business

American Community Properties Trust Launches Saint Charles Green City Initiative

December 8, 2009

Smart, green, and growing. The master planned community of Saint Charles, Maryland has committed to transform itself into a model 21st century community that encompasses these three aspects through a new green city initiative launched by Maryland-based American Community Properties Trust (ACPT). The 9,100-acre, 40-year old community, which was the second “new town” to be [...]

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Clean Energy in Maryland

November 18, 2009

A panel of experts in the field of renewable energy discussed clean energy in Maryland and the plans and impact of solar, wind, and nuclear projects in the state at the Maryland Chamber Business Policy Conference, on November 5. “Over the last several years we have heard about the threats that are before us, such [...]

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Help Build the Maryland Green Registry

October 21, 2009

Maryland businesses of all sizes are launching unique and innovative programs to make their workplaces and facilities more sustainable. Thanks to the Maryland Green Registry, we now have a place to share these ideas and best practices. The Maryland Chamber encourages you to take a minute to learn more about the Maryland Green Registry. Whether you [...]

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Member Spotlight: HCM, a Leader in Sustainable Design

September 15, 2009

At Hord Coplan Macht (HCM), sustainable design is more than just a trend, it’s a practice to live and work by. Since the Baltimore-based architecture, landscape architecture, and planning firm’s founding in 1977, HCM has worked with its clients to achieve design excellence, an element of which is sustainability. “We think sustainable design is just [...]

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Energy Audits Maximize Potential Energy Savings

March 5, 2009

When it comes to lowering energy costs there are a few solutions that provide immediate savings and take little time, such as turning off lights, switching to compact fluorescent light bulbs, and investing in a programmable thermostat. However, to maximize your energy and savings potential, an energy audit on your business or home may be [...]

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BP America D.C. Office Space Earns LEED Platinum Certification

March 3, 2009

BP America’s Northwest D.C. interior office space has received Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification at the platinum level. According to an article by the Washington Business Journal, the commercial interior project is one of 13 nationwide to earn platinum certification, and includes a lighting control system and materials made from recyclable materials among [...]

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KCI Technologies Moves Headquarters to Green Building

February 27, 2009

KCI Technologies has recently moved its headquarters to a new green building in Sparks, MD. The facility includes several green features including high-performance climate control, plumbing and electrical systems, a white solar reflective roof, and workspace features made from materials containing recycled content. The company is pursuing a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) [...]

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NewPage Corporation Partners on 23-Turbine Wind Energy Project

February 2, 2009

NewPage Corporation is partnering with US Wind Force, LLC on the Pinnacle Wind Farm at NewPage project, a 23-turbine wind farm located in Keyser, W. V., just over the Maryland state line. Six of the turbines will be on NewPage property adjacent to the Luke mill in Allegany County, Md. US Wind Force, LLC recently [...]

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McCormick and Company, Inc. Completes Solar Power Project

January 30, 2009

McCormick and Company, Inc. has recently completed the installation of their solar power project. The system, which was installed by Constellation Energy, includes 2,100 solar panels and can generate about one megawatt of electricity, the amount used by about 110 homes in a year, according to a press release. McCormick’s electricity costs are expected to [...]

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Lore Systems and Green IT

January 26, 2009

As more companies strive to become more environmentally mindful, many are coming up with innovative new ways to reduce their environmental impact. Lore Systems, a subsidiary of Opus 8, is an IT services company that has been recognized for it’s innovation and leadership in the world of Green IT. Lore Systems works to be environmentally [...]

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