Recycling Truths, LEED-EB Benefits, Grid Overhaul, + Office of Urban Policy

• Debunking five half truths about recycling.
• Green building is the state of the art.
• Cheap green: home rating systems.
• Report: grid overhaul needed to handle solar/wind power.
• Man-made energy island conceived to supply green energy.
• Costco aggressively pursues options to reduce impact.
• LEED for Existing Buildings helps owners compete in tough market.
• President-Elect Obama looks to establish Office of Urban Policy.
• Many consider benefits of taking the LEED.

Blogs worth reading: Remodelista + Real Life LEED.