The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and the American Chemistry Council (ACC) announced a new initiative designed to ensure use of sustainable and environmentally protective products in buildings by applying technical and science-based approaches to the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building program.

The 2014 Healthcare Design Conference welcomes attendees from around the world to San Diego this November. The conference focuses on providing information regarding the design of responsibly built environments that impact the safety, operation, and financial success of healthcare facilities.

ASTM International has partnered with the Slag Cement Association (SCA) to develop new Product Category Rules (PCRs) that establish the criteria for developing an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for slag cement used in concrete, mortar, and other construction applications.

Major design/construction associations and organizations are collaborating on the development of the Standard for the Design of High-performance Green Buildings, the International Green Construction Code (IgCC), and the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building program.

At this year’s Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) America meeting, the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) announced it will spearhead development of Protocols for Health and Wellness in Design.

The Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues (RICOWI) will commemorate its 25th anniversary at the fall meeting in Norman, Oklahoma this October. Past and present colleagues are invited to join members for a special dinner, highlighting the group’s growth and success.

On Wednesday, August 27, a free webinar on minimizing air infiltration will be presented through CSI’s WebReach program.

New research from McGraw Hill Construction suggests owners, architects, and contractors have varying perspectives on choosing project delivery systems for buildings. The “Project Delivery Systems SmartMarket Report” indicates all parties involved recognize the choice impacts the cost, schedule, and client satisfaction of projects.

Numerous industry partners have developed the Concrete Research Network (CRN) to connect researchers, donors, and funders in the industry. Spearheaded by the American Concrete Institute (ACI) Foundation, CRN is a space for those in the concrete industry to connect with researchers, funding opportunities, and users with technical research needs.