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This is a networking group designed for the use of subscribers to the Green Building Network (GBN) that was initiated by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources and is now administered and supported by the GBI. We are an ad-hoc group of architects, builders, contractors, developers, planners, landscape architects, related professionals and interested individuals. GBN focuses on promoting and facilitating design and development in a manner consistent with efficient and appropriate use of natural resources, environmental protection, and the promotion of sustainable communities.
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Indoor Air Quality
Saturday, September 6 2008
8:45am - 1pm
Enviro-Center - 7761 Waterloo Road Jessup, MD 20794
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Master Gardener Comp...
Saturday, September 6 2008
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Centennial Park
Feed your garden organically Fertilize witho...
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Saturday, September 6 2008
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Alpha Ridge Landfill
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New and Notable Discussions
 GREEN JOBS FOR BALTIMORE
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by Keith about 20 hours ago | 1 post |
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William James Foundation Social...
William James Foundation Socially Responsible Business Plan Competition |
by Keith 08/12/2008 | 5 posts |
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Office of Sustainability Youth ...
Office of Sustainability Youth Advisory Panel |
by Keith 08/07/2008 | 1 post |
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PLEASE SIGN ON: Energy Efficien...
PLEASE SIGN ON: Energy Efficiency Programs In Danger |
by Keith 08/01/2008 | 5 posts |
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Green Bldg Institute - featured
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by Stanley 07/31/2008 | 1 post |
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Green Building Institute in the...
Green Building Institute in the News again |
by Stanley 07/27/2008 | 2 posts |
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Planit Punks Media With Green I...
Planit Punks Media With Green Initiative |
by Keith 07/17/2008 | 1 post |
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Press Release for the greeNEWit...
Press Release for the greeNEWit FEST - July 19th |
by Stanley 07/12/2008 | 1 post |
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The Future of Green Building
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by Stanley 07/05/2008 | 1 post |
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Lower the carbon footprint of y...
Lower the carbon footprint of your commute |
by Keith 05/19/2008 | 1 post |
Headlines and Links
Josh Marshall solves the mystery of the pictures on the screen behind John McCain as he gave his speech last night.A lot of people were asking tonight: what the hell was that mansion up behind John McCain tonight during the first part of the speech? As I noted below, the TV close-ups only showed McCain's head against the grass in the picture, which made it look like he was reprising his famed green screen performance. And when they panned out, it looked like McCain was showing off one of his man
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Re: What if the listing ag... (OHAgent) - 47 minutes 47 seconds ago Selling Questions about the selling process? Get answers here! Please do not post property ads or financial services ads as they will be removed. Moderator: Jim Erickson, Jim Lee 653 4172 Re: Potential Buyers Want ... (SuzeeQzee) - 09/03/08 06:40 PM Real Estate Investing Forum for discussing issues relating to investing in real estate. Please do not post investment property ads or financia
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McCain talks up oil drilling, green energy Thu, Sep 4th, 2008 posted by admin 11:09 PM John McCain says nation must drill new oil wells now, while supporting innovative transportation technologies and “the use of wind, tide, solar and natural gas.” (Credit: Declan McCullagh/CNET News) ST. PAUL, Minn.–John McCain formally accepted the Republican Party’s presidential nomination here on Thursday in a speech extolling the virtues of both oil drilling and green energy. The Arizon
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Hi, I’m Eve Brown-Waite, the last of the new Debutantes … finally taking the stage. And this is a picture of me building a stage (well, a barn actually). Since you already have that nice one up at the top with me looking all Debutante-y, I thought I should let you see what I really look like. Not glamorous at all! I do own a tiara though, and am thrilled to finally have an excuse to wear it. But I have to admit I was a little disappointed to learn there is no actual ball. Maybe that’s a good
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I would like to apologize to my re-vin brothers, someone out there is silently praying for me or my Mini spoke to me as I adjusted it's brakes that my shouting from the rooftops doesn't make for quick friends. I suppose if I was running around in a car that I love dearly and who can blame you for that, and somebody was threatening that livelihood I would be quick to react to. We all break the rules, I have broken my fair share in a lifetime. I have been out of the Mini loop for about 12 years an
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Children’s Cancer Research Fund Launches CompleteTheCure.com Thu, Sep 4th, 2008 posted by admin 07:09 PM In conjunction with Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, CompleteTheCure.come provides ways to help end childhood cancer and shares the stories of children with cancer. Visitors can watch 6 short videos and for doing so, a corporate sponsor will make a donation to cancer research for each video viewed. Minneapolis, MN (PRWEB) September 4, 2008 — Children’s Cancer Research Fund® an
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Recent Group Activity
GREEN JOBS FOR BALTIMORE
New Topic posted by Keith
about 20 hours ago
Keith said: "Dear GBN Suscribers, As most of you know the Green Building Institute is a critical partner for Green Job initiatives across the state and...
Solar PV and Hot Water recommendations wanted
New Topic posted by Richard
1 day ago
Richard said: "We are in the process of rebuilding a row house in Charles Village area of Baltimore, and are looking for contractor(s) to install PV panels...
Increased hurricane intensity study
New Topic posted by Bion D
1 day ago
Bion D said: "Could have implications for late season storms in Mid-Atlantic Strongest Storms Grow Stronger Yet, Study Says By KENNETH CHANGPublis...
Residential Green Building Programs
New Topic posted by Helen
1 day ago
Helen said: "I would like to hear anyone's opinions about and experiences with the various residential green building programs out there today- LEED for ...
