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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2012 21:00:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Wayne R. Lawson, P.E., SECB Owners who remember last year&#8217;s record snow fall remain concerned about the excessive build up of snow on roofs and structures.  The concerns are well-founded.  If left in place, snow can build up to levels exceeding the structural capacity of the original design of the building. Unfortunately, last year [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=cbiconsultinginc.wordpress.com&amp;blog=15792412&amp;post=1040&amp;subd=cbiconsultinginc&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Shining a Light on Solar Panels</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:22:42 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Keith M. Bouchard, P.E. No matter what you think about global warming, the benefits of using clean and renewable energy sources are undeniable.  As technology stands today, the easiest way for municipalities, businesses, and homeowners alike to tap into clean energy is by installing solar panels on the roofs of their existing buildings.  These [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=cbiconsultinginc.wordpress.com&amp;blog=15792412&amp;post=1032&amp;subd=cbiconsultinginc&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Thoughts on Sustainable Neighborhoods</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:35:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Molly Parris As we adapt to our current environment created through decades of careless development, ideas of future sustainable cities and towns have begun to take root in the everyday thinking of students and apprentice designers.  This semester at the BAC (Boston Architectural College) I had the opportunity to explore interdisciplinary ideas including food [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=cbiconsultinginc.wordpress.com&amp;blog=15792412&amp;post=1026&amp;subd=cbiconsultinginc&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Something to Raise Your Hand for This Winter</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:21:20 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Brandon Osborne “I believe … that every human mind finds pleasure in doing good to another.” Thomas Jefferson For most, this quotation makes enough sense not to disagree.  But, what action do we take with the simple stipulation that it is true?  Some of us have volunteer or charitable associations that we do work [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=cbiconsultinginc.wordpress.com&amp;blog=15792412&amp;post=1013&amp;subd=cbiconsultinginc&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Fascinating Fire Escapes:  Part 1</title>
		<link>http://cbiconsultinginc.wordpress.com/2012/01/26/fire-escapes/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:47:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Jonathan Stevens, Assoc. A.I.A., LEED AP Fire escapes have always been a fascinating part of architectural history, not only for their number one priority of protecting and saving human life, but also as a beautiful expression of design, functionality, and aesthetics.  In this blog series I will cover fire escape history, design, construction characteristics, [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=cbiconsultinginc.wordpress.com&amp;blog=15792412&amp;post=1007&amp;subd=cbiconsultinginc&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Art &amp; Architecture Tours of the Boston Public Library</title>
		<link>http://cbiconsultinginc.wordpress.com/2012/01/19/art-architecture-tours/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:47:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Jenne dos Santos and Melissa Wreyford The Volunteer Office of the Boston Public Library (BPL) offers Art &#38; Architecture Tours of the original building, highlighting the architecture of Charles Folan McKim and the original art work that still resides within the building by famed sculptors, painters, and artisans. The original building, known as the [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=cbiconsultinginc.wordpress.com&amp;blog=15792412&amp;post=1000&amp;subd=cbiconsultinginc&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Clear Your Walks, Protect the Environment</title>
		<link>http://cbiconsultinginc.wordpress.com/2012/01/12/clear-your-walks-protect-the-environment/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:11:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Robert G. Wilkin, P.E. There are a number of materials to put on walkways to melt snow and ice.  The old standby is sodium chloride (NaCl), also known as rock salt.  It is a highly corrosive material and its effect on concrete sidewalks and the environment makes it the least sustainable choice available and [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=cbiconsultinginc.wordpress.com&amp;blog=15792412&amp;post=996&amp;subd=cbiconsultinginc&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>The Owner&#8217;s Property Manager’s Guide to Dealing with Snow</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 20:40:45 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Eric R. Kizak, P.E. In New England the first week of January is the traditional start of the snow sports season.  Unfortunately, to the dismay of winter outdoor enthusiasts, this year’s season has started off with much less snow as compared to other years.  But, sooner or later, significant snows will arrive in New [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=cbiconsultinginc.wordpress.com&amp;blog=15792412&amp;post=984&amp;subd=cbiconsultinginc&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Happy New Year!</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2011 18:17:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wishing you and yours a happy and healthy new year!   Filed under: Uncategorized<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=cbiconsultinginc.wordpress.com&amp;blog=15792412&amp;post=971&amp;subd=cbiconsultinginc&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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		<title>Happy Holidays!</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Dec 2011 18:25:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Wishing you a peaceful and safe holiday season! Filed under: Uncategorized<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=cbiconsultinginc.wordpress.com&amp;blog=15792412&amp;post=963&amp;subd=cbiconsultinginc&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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