Green Building Practices

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.

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Surefire Strategies For Greener Landscaping

Property beautification is a top priority for many homeowners in Canada. However, not everybody who does landscaping and hardscaping observes green practices. This is troublesome for the environment, because an industry this big is sure to generate a large carbon […]

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Nurturing Forest Health with Selective Logging

Life on our planet wouldn’t be possible without forests, as trees absorb carbon dioxide and give people and animals the oxygen they need in return. Forests also provide humanity with essentials such as fuel, medicines, and food. As long as

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5 Tips for Building an Eco-Friendly Deck

Sustainability and eco-friendly construction are becoming a priority for most people. While price and general aesthetics largely influence decision making around home renovation projects, sustainability has also become a prevalent factor. Homeowners planning to install a deck in their homes

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The Basics of Biophilic Design

More and more people are beginning to see the importance of incorporating nature into our lives. This is where biophilic design comes in. Biophilic design is a green architectural and design strategy that brings the natural world indoors, creating a