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Briana Rushton’s Path to Sustainability, from Amazon Rainforests to Atlanta’s Built Environment

If you ask Briana Rushton, Sustainability Specialist at Epsten Group, what drives her, she’ll tell you it’s the intersection of the natural and built environments and the responsibility to make that relationship thrive. A Miami native, Briana’s journey into sustainability started in high school, where she developed a deep love for environmental conservation. That passion

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Green Building Isn’t Just Ethical: It’s a Competitive Advantage

Sustainability is no longer just a moral imperative. It’s a business strategy. At Epsten Group, we’ve proven that designing for environmental and social impact also drives performance, trust, and growth. Sustainability is more than a consulting service—it’s embedded into every square foot of our own operations. As trusted advisors in green building, wellness certifications, and

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Sustainable Transformation at Zoo Atlanta: Breathing New Life into the African Lion Habitat

At Epsten Group, sustainability isn’t just about constructing new spaces—it’s about reimagining and revitalizing existing ones to better serve the environment, the community, and the inhabitants within. Our recent renovation of the African lion habitat at Zoo Atlanta, in collaboration with Breedlove Land Planning, who led the master planning and landscape architecture effort, exemplifies this

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Key Updates in 2025 GRESB Reporting Resources

GRESB has introduced several enhancements to its 2025 reporting framework, designed to streamline the reporting process and strengthen ESG benchmarking. These updates include: Enhanced Real Estate and Infrastructure Standards New methodologies and refined guidance for improved data quality. Strengthened alignment with global sustainability standards. Streamlined Reporting Process A more structured and user-friendly approach to navigating

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Epsten Group’s Commitment to Innovation in the Health Care Market

As a leader in sustainable design and consulting, Epsten Group is dedicated to shaping the future of health care environments. Our expertise in energy efficiency, building performance, and sustainability-driven solutions has helped create healthier, more efficient, and resilient facilities. We are excited to bring our expertise to the 2025 International Summit & Exhibition on Health

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Where Conservation Meets Design: Salisbury Zoo’s Andean Bear Exhibit

Andean bears, also known as spectacled bears, are the only bear species native to South America, inhabiting the cloud forests of the Andes Mountains. These elusive, tree-climbing mammals play a vital role in their ecosystem as seed dispersers, yet they face increasing threats from habitat loss, poaching, and human-wildlife conflict. Recognizing the importance of conservation,

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Designing for Connection: Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025

At Epsten Group, every project brings something new to discover, solve, and celebrate. As an architecture team specializing in adaptive reuse, we thrive on the challenges and opportunities that come with reimagining spaces. This past year, our work has taken us from zoo facilities to office spaces, schools, and churches, with one constant theme: we

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A Culture That Works: Epsten Group’s Commitment to People, Purpose, and Progress

At The Epsten Group, company culture is more than a framework for success—it’s a commitment to fostering well-being, innovation, and sustainability. Blending the benefits of a large corporation with the flexibility and personal touch of a small business, we’ve built an environment where every team member thrives.   A People-First Philosophy Our culture starts with

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Green Globes’ Unique Approach to Certification: Insights from VP of Engagement, Megan Baker

The Green Building Initiative (GBI) is the developer and administrator of the Green Globes green building certification system. Last month, as GBI celebrated their 20-year anniversary, I had a chance to sit down with Megan Baker, VP of Engagement, to learn more about this system. Though perhaps not as ubiquitous as LEED, the green building

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