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Making homes resistant to natural disasters and sustainable in their aftermath goes hand-in-hand with environmental goals.
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A recent statement of consensus offers an alternative means for disclosure tools in the upcoming update to the LEED rating system.
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Be aware of these misconceptions about how buildings and the environment interact before you spout them as gospel.
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BuildingGreen’s Alex Wilson and Peter Yost share their wish list for the future of the building industry.
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Even certified lumber can be illegal. New enforcement crackdown puts emphasis on verifying lumber sources.
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Increased use of gases in evacuated window spaces may create supply problems, lead to next-gen solutions.
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Manufacturers are offering more adhesives that have low-VOC content and are certified low-emitting.
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Partnership between publisher of the GreenSpec Directory and the creator of the Pharos Project is expected to increase the depth and scope of each group’s green product and material evaluation tools.
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The list features five residential innovations, including composite decking, a high-efficiency toilet, and a smart pump.
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For 25 years, Alex Wilson has almost single-handedly shaped the field of environmental journalism, and by doing so has inspired and educated a legion of sustainable-building professionals.