From natural building materials to the high-tech, browse through these pages to discover a variety of materials used in green building as alternatives to conventional materials.
Beyond Upfront Carbon: Reassessing Steel Building Lifecycle Performance A Broader Lifecycle View That Includes Durability, Operational Performance and Recycling, Can Paint a Different Picture of Steel’s Environmental Impact Steel keeps losing the green building conversation because of where the analysis […]
How High-Performance Windows and Doors Improve Home Energy Efficiency Windows and doors are the most vulnerable points in any building envelope, responsible for up to 25 percent of heat loss in a typical home. That makes high-performance fenestration (the design and placement
Types of Industrial Lighting A Guide to Industrial Lighting Fixtures and Factory Lights Industrial lighting plays a critical role in ensuring visibility, safety and efficiency of work throughout industrial settings, from factories to warehouses. Whether you’re outfitting a new facility
Where to Buy Sustainable Building Materials in Canada 7 Suppliers That Stock a Range of Green Products, Both in Store and Online Finding sustainable building materials in Canada is easier than it was five years ago. The selection has grown.
What Makes a Roof Access Hatch Suitable for Sustainable Building Design? Solar panels and green roofs enhance building performance, but their effectiveness depends on safe, reliable access for ongoing maintenance. A roof access hatch might seem like a minor hardware
Find out What is Toxic to Animals, Symptoms of Chemical Exposure and How to Prevent Problems from Happening Renovation messes rarely look dangerous to a dog nosing around a toolbox or a cat prowling drywall. The worst hazards are colourless,
Case Study of the TRCA Headquarters Examining the Use of Mass Timber in Mid-Rise Construction Imagine living or working in a space that is comfortable when it’s scorching hot outside and feels warm and cozy when winter temperatures dip below
Choosing an overhead door for your garage requires asking a few questions. You’ll need to think about materials, locking systems and energy-saving features that not only protect your space but also help manage costs. The sustainability of the door is
A team of researchers at Montana State University has developed a new type of building material made from fungi and bacteria, offering a promising alternative to traditional construction materials like concrete. The innovative material, detailed in a study published this
I spent my childhood in Africa, and a deeply etched memory is the smell of new thatch in cool rooms on a hot summer day. Thatch’s astonishing insulation quality is just one of its charming attributes. Built with no straight
