Green is good
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Some firms are choosing to have new environmentally sustainable buildings in response to the public, who are increasingly showing their anxiety over damage to the environment. The New York State authorities are awarding firms tax cuts on construction work if they build sustainable buildings.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 2000
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Dickon Robinson
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The views and aspirations of Peabody Trust director Dickon Robinson are described. His achievements in creating well-designed quality social housing in London are discussed and his vision for the future direction of the trust is highlighted.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 2000
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Ideal homes - innovative, green and single
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The recipients of the awards for excellent, innovative housing design in the UK are listed. Winning schemes included imaginative designs for city-centre homes for single people and environmentally-friendly use of energy and land.
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 2000
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