Belgard and Eldorado Stone clad up concept homes at Builders’ Show

Source: Belgard Hardscapes, Atlanta; CP staff

Attendees of the 2012 International Builders’ Show in Orlando, Fla., last week were able to see Belgard Hardscapes and Eldorado Stone illustrate their versatility in the 14th annual BUILDER Concept Home series. The series features three distinct homes that reflect the different lifestyle needs of Gen X, Gen Y, and Gen B (Baby Boomers).

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Twin batch plants assure mass volumes at just-approved nuclear power site

Sources: Southern Co., Atlanta; CP staff

Construction is set to begin on the nation’s first two new nuclear units in 30 years at Southern subsidiary Georgia Power’s Plant Vogtle, near Waynesboro, Ga. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission voted to approve issuance of the Combined Construction and Operating License for Vogtle units 3 and 4, the first such license ever approved for a U.S. installation. It enables full construction to commence toward Georgia Power’s projected 2016 and 2017 unit start ups.

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