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Check this page often for the most recent announcements of new publications, education and training opportunities, and tax credit statistics in addition to other TPS news.
—Washington, DC— On April 19, 2012, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) announced the selection of their top ten examples of sustainable and green design solutions. Among the top ten is the rehabilitation and expansion of the historic Packer–Scott Building. The historic property, located in Portland, OR, has been adaptively re-used as the new headquarters for the Mercy Corps organization. Learn more about the Top Ten and the Mercy Corps project from the AIA website.
—Washington, DC—The Historic Preservation Tax Incentives Annual and Statistical Reports for 2011 are now available. Despite the downturn in the economy and particularly in the real estate market, the program continues to be a strong catalyst for job creation and economic recovery in older communities.
—Washington, DC— TPS is pleased to announce the publication of the new Preservation Brief #3, Improving Energy Efficiency in Historic Buildings. This revised brief replaces Preservation Brief #3, Conserving Energy in Historic Buildings (1978). The new brief incorporates input from leading experts in building science, engineers, and historic preservation professionals and offers guidance on making informed decisions about energy efficiency improvements to historic buildings.
