R.I. Voters Approve Two University Projects

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Voters in Rhode Island have approved two major projects at two of the state’s public universities, the University of Rhode Island and Rhode Island College.
 
On Tuesday, Rhode Island residents approved a measure authorizing the state to spend $78 million on construction between the two campuses.

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Structural Insulated Panels

Structural Insulated Panels from Premier Building Systems help reduce jobsite waste with job-ready panels that eliminate the need for cutting and trimming. The panels are made from rapidly renewable resources and zero-VOC mastic. A foam core provides an insulating layer for the large one-piece panels that can contribute to a savings of up to 60 percent in heating and cooling costs, according to the manufacturer. Visit Premier Building Systems at Greenbuild 2010, booth #1695.
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University of Manitoba Project Plagued by Cost Increases

WINNIPEG, Manitoba — Construction costs for a new football stadium at the University of Manitoba have spiked nearly 40 percent to $160 million from an initial estimate of $115 million provided last April, according to reports.
 
The 33,000-seat stadium, designed to replace Winnipeg’s 55-year-old Canada Inns Stadium, is a joint effort of the city of Winnipeg, the Province of Manitoba, real estate company Creswin Properties, the Winnipeg Football Club, the City of Ottawa, and the university.

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