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Most of the fodder for my green-go blogs comes from architectural publications, usually the AIA. They are young and hungry and idealistic, and one of the poorest paid professions (next to librarianship) that requires an advanced degree. So they are on the green band wagon big time. They were so excited about Obama they were crossing their legs so as not to wet themselves. Here's the lastest--a bit more subdued.

The $787 billion American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) that was signed into law in February has just now begun releasing torrents of tax dollars into an economy plagued by frozen credit markets, consumer anxiety, and a deepening recession. In line with the AIA’s Rebuild and Renew government advocacy initiative, much of this funding is already being applied directly to the built environment as new construction projects, renovations, repairs, and sustainability upgrades, though an emphasis on “shovel ready” projects may limit some design opportunities. Even more is yet to come. Most ARRA money won’t have been spent till next year, according to the Washington Post.

Sorry fellas (and a few ladies), it just ain't gonna happen. You people are in business. You design for other business owners (and a few government buildings to keep you going, but those bond issues aren't going to pass if we seniors with limp 401-k's have any say). Obama is a business killer, and so are green regulations. You thought he looked and sounded good (in front of a teleprompter). You thought he actually knew something. Those golden tax dollars you're lusting for are yours, you idiots! You've backed the Trojan horse; he's in the gates. Your profession is dead meat. Link to AIA Stimulus Guide.

Maybe you can get out the Sweets Catalog and brush up on commercial kitchens. While researching the USDA money I saw millions (or was it billions) for new school kitchen equipment. I'm sure it will require a trickle down to wall moving, new outlets, rewiring, pest control, plumbing, etc.