Solar energy provides a sustainable solution to struggling building companies in rural regions. It also may pave the way for a greener future in the construction industry.
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Stepping Away From Car-Centric Building Design
Too many people are using cars as their primary means of transportation, especially in cities. It’s common knowledge that vehicles pollute the environment, so why are so many urban areas car-centric?
What's the Future of Net-Zero Building?
Net-zero building is more necessary than ever. Through the climate crisis and the current public health crisis of the pandemic, focusing on reducing emissions and harmful impacts must become the norm.
Water Quality Considerations for Green Buildings
Here are some crucial things for architects, construction site managers and other professionals to consider, so green buildings have safe, effective plumbing systems.
Eucalyptus for Sustainable Construction
Stakeholders in the construction industry — from engineers to architects to clients — are increasingly concerned about the environmental impact that a building will have. More people want sustainable and cost-effective options.
What to Look for When Hiring an Energy Consultant
Finding the right energy consultant is the first step. There are many things to consider, including certifications and level of personalization, before signing any contracts.
Helpful Tips for Designing an Eco-Friendly Landscape
Design Your Dream Yard While Still Keeping the Environment in Mind.
How to Ensure Energy Continuity in a Sustainable Building
Achieving consistent energy provision with renewables is possible - check out how!
How to Source More Sustainable Building Materials
When constructing buildings, it's worth considering what materials are best for sustaining the environment.
Energy Efficiency Goals by State
Here are where the states stand on energy efficiency, and which states are inventing the most novel approaches to energy efficiency.
Energy Efficiency Measures for Air Conditioning Systems
This article highlights the three main strategies to reduce air conditioning costs in buildings.
Is Geothermal the Future of Residential Sustainability?
As technology improves and people seek ways to lower their carbon footprints and energy bills, residential homeowners and communities across the U.S. and elsewhere are starting to adopt more geothermal. Could it be the future of residential sustainability?
Buildings That Breathe: Designing for Air Quality
Today's architecture and design professionals have solutions that enhance ventilation, circulation and filtration in commercial buildings. We'll touch on a few of the most promising systems, technologies and additions below.
How Construction Equipment Has Evolved
Here's a look at how some of the most common types of construction equipment has changed over the years.
Strategies for a Greener Construction Process
Here are some of the ways in which those involved with construction can keep things green. From management to equipment, cutting down waste can be achieved at every step of the way.
Balancing New Commercial Builds With Environmental Interests
In this article, we'll focus on ways in which new commercial builds are shirking the status quo, transitioning toward eco-friendly methods of development that will change the nature of planning and construction moving forward.
Do You Know About These 8 Biodegradable Construction Materials?
In this article we take a look at the 8 most common biodegradable materials that are forming a more sustainable future for the construction industry.
How Many Buildings in the World are LEED Platinum Certified?
Out of the estimated 6,633 LEED Platinum buildings in existence today (and undoubtedly many more to come), we've highlighted 10 notable buildings that achieved a LEED certification.
Can A Skyscraper Fight Poverty & Feed the World?
Designers Pawel Lipinkski and Mateusz Frankowski have considered pushing the boundaries again on what a skyscraper can be and are presenting them as poverty solving entities.
Sustaining Nature in Urban Environments
In this article we explore the various efforts that architects and urban designers are taking in order to provide us with a greener urban future.