EcoBuilding Pulse: Vision 2020

Reaching the Developer-Builder for Evolutionary Change

Wed, 22 May 2013 12:27:41 EST

In order to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030, the industry must engage large-production developers and builders.

2030 Palette Released in Beta

Thu, 16 May 2013 01:49:10 EST

The free, web-based tool from Architecture 2030 emphasizes low-carbon building principles.

Mid-Rise Mixed-Use Development Revitalizes Neighborhoods

Wed, 8 May 2013 12:11:18 EST

Federal changes to support mid-rise, mixed-use developments would deliver both environmental and public benefits.

To Move Forward on Energy Efficiency, We Have to Clarify What We’re Measuring

Mon, 6 May 2013 02:10:08 EST

After evaluating 17 building energy-performance assessments from around the world, a new research paper proposes a classification framework for energy-efficiency evaluation.

How Far Can You Stretch?

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:46:59 EST

Stretch or reach codes help states and jurisdictions push baseline efficiency levels. Could they spur national code development and adoption?

Education and Standards Will Be Key To Combating Building Science Brain Drain

Tue, 14 May 2013 02:22:43 EST

As the building industry recovers, proper education on building science will be key in terms of both business finances and skilled manpower.

As Temperature Rise, So Do Health Risks

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 04:14:23 EST

Climate change will require paying more attention toindoor environmental quality.

Energy-Related Mortgage Innovations To Come Within a Year?

Tue, 14 May 2013 02:21:40 EST

Three recent studies address energy efficiency and home ownership bode well for significant changes to the way buyers finance home purchases.

Open Building Empowers Homeowners

Tue, 14 May 2013 02:21:58 EST

Separating a home’s structure from its infill components adds durability and flexibility, and extends a home’s lifespan and performance.

Is Carbon Neutrality the Future of the Rust Belt?

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 01:23:47 EST

With a focus on carbon reductions, 2030 Districts aim to transform downtown communities into models for future development.

A Key Step for Water Efficiency is Diversity

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 01:13:21 EST

The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission is exploring a number of programs to expand its water sources both residentially and commercially. Could other states benefit from their lessons learned?

What's in Your Product?

Tue, 14 May 2013 01:46:16 EST

Profound changes are coming to the way the building industry discusses and specifies products, and communication and transparency are key drivers.

New Directions for Indoor Air Quality

Tue, 14 May 2013 02:21:08 EST

Vision 2020 chair Dr. Marilyn Black, founder of the Greenguard Environmental Institute, talks about the indoor environmental challenges we face today, and how we will solve them.

Beyond Water-Efficient Fixtures

Tue, 14 May 2013 02:20:43 EST

Vision 2020 Water Efficiency chair Paula Kehoe talks about her experiences in government water resource management—and what readers can learn from it.

Think Long-Term for Lasting Change

Tue, 14 May 2013 02:21:16 EST

Vision 2020 chair Robert Sahadi explains how we’re in a paradigm shift regarding energy efficiency and how long-term strategies will move the market toward full valuation of these efforts.

Energy Efficiency Must Address Codes as Well as Education

Tue, 14 May 2013 02:20:56 EST

Vision 2020 Energy Efficiency + Building Performance chair Dennis Creech believes energy efficiency can't be judged by an Energy Star or HERS score alone.

Why Integration Is Critical

Tue, 14 May 2013 02:21:26 EST

Vision 2020 Energy Efficiency + Building Science co-chair Mark LaLiberte explains how to systematically improve the building industry.

Making Safe Products Second Nature

Fri, 8 Feb 2013 03:43:49 EST

Tom Lent, Vision 2020 chair and policy director of the Healthy Building Network, helped to spark a growing interest in materials and health.

The Market Wants Sustainable Urbanism

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:48:30 EST

Vision 2020 chair and the Congress for New Urbanism CEO John Norquist questions whether less government complexity would afford more sustainable urbanism.

Why We Need Better Data

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:53:27 EST

Vision 2020 chair Mark Frankel explains the need for more concrete performance data and fewer fuzzy labels.