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.
Mould is something that science fiction horror stories could have made up. Silently creeping in and feeding off one of your most valuable assets and threatening you and your family’s health. It’s insidious, silent and devious. Mould sets itself up
Since ancient times, humans have used the prevailing wind to cool their homes and provide fresh air. Egyptians took things a little further and added screens of wetted reeds to their window openings, creating the forerunner of modern air conditioning.
University College London (UCL) recently investigated the efficiency of various methods to reduce temperatures in the city. They found that painting the roofs of buildings with white or reflective coatings was the most efficient intervention to reduce inner-city temperatures. Then
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
