Learn how to build sustainably, with topics ranging from deep dive comparisons of natural building techniques to insighftful reports on green infrastructure to improving a building’s indoor environmental quality.
Ensuring good quality air in the workplace is not just a compliance issue – it’s a strategic imperative. With a growing body of research showing that poor indoor air quality leads to reduced productivity, there’s been an increasing desire for […]
Two weeks ago we published Composting Toilets: Taking Responsibility for Our Own Waste. Composting your crap is one way to handle things. Septic systems are another, and that’s what we’ll be discussing today. Installing a septic system can be a
There’s something special about jumping into a mountain pool. The crystal-clear water, free of any harmful chemicals, has a vibrancy about it. There’s no dry skin or burning red eyes. There’s no chlorine smell, just fresh, clear, oxygenated water. It’s
If you’ve lived in a city your whole life you’ve probably never had to deal with a septic tank as all your human waste gets magically shuttled away underneath you without you ever having to think about it. But if
Construction and demolition waste (C&D) accounts for a colossal 30 percent of total waste produced globally. So if you’re contemplating a home renovation, you might now be wondering just what you’re going to do with all the construction debris you’re
Julie Ambachtsheer is a Toronto-based real estate agent with a background in sustainable investment management. In this Q&A she talks about the benefits of buying a green home as well as offering advice to both buyers and sellers of green
Choosing the right roofing option can be a daunting task given all the choices and variables to consider. One common question homeowners have is whether it’s possible to install a metal roof over existing shingles. Generally speaking, you can install
Unclogging a bathroom sink that’s blocked with hair and other random gunk isn’t usually as straightforward as taking a plunger to it. Yes, chemicals can eat through clogs, but they don’t work in all cases, and they aren’t good for
Installing a dryer vent hose in a cramped laundry room can be a challenge. Conventional hoses struggle to navigate tight corners or bends, often leading to kinking or collapsing. This can restrict airflow, potentially causing overheating issues or increasing the
The air inside a house is generally two to five times worse than the air outside on a busy city street. Though it sounds hard to believe, when you think about how home construction has changed over the years, it’s
