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        • Levels beyond minimum
        • On-site energy
        • Policy packages
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        • Renewable energy systems
        • Revision cycle
        • Technical systems
        • Zero energy target
      • Co-benefits
        • Overall targets
      • Enforcement and Compliance
      • Finance Options and Incentive Schemes
        • Incentive schemes
        • Market instruments
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New Green Buildings Top 50 List

15 May 2019
This is the current list of the top 50 open resources world wide chosen by experts, as the resources can and should influence building policies toward better energy efficiency and environmental outcomes in design and construction.
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