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.
Our planet is suffering now more than ever before from carbon emissions, pollution, deforestation and countless other environmental problems. Unfortunately, buildings are one of the greatest sources of carbon emissions. Sustainable property management is one of the things that can […]
No one who considers the future of our planet can afford to ignore the environmental issues that we face. Our beaches are filling up with trash and microplastics are impacting the ocean and the wildlife it contains. Global concerns are
Bees, moths, butterflies, beetles, and wasps play a crucial role in food production, with 87% of the world’s food crop supply relying on them, according to 2020 York University research. However, over the last few decades, bee populations have been
People have always been aware of the value of greenery in the city. However, for ancient and medieval cities, public spaces were more likely to be market squares than parks. The growth of urban populations, spurred by the industrial revolution
If you’re thinking about making the jump to a tiny home, put flat pack houses on your radar. These kit homes are designed to be affordable, environmentally friendly, fast and best of all, easy to assemble. Manufacturers will often offer
With autumn here and cooler weather approaching, this is the perfect time to get those last outdoor projects done and to start to get winter-ready. If you’ve been looking for ways to make your home a little greener this year,
Wood has consistently been one of the most popular construction materials over time because of its strength, aesthetically pleasing appearance, availability, affordability and environmental friendliness. In addition to this, wood serves several purposes on build sites themselves, including the construction
When it comes to creating a building that is as energy-efficient as possible, ICF construction is going to play a big part. In case you’re unaware of the benefits of ICF and need a quick rundown, let’s go over the
The design of a building plays a key role in how efficiently and sustainably it can function. While architects normally view each building’s design and functionality from a holistic perspective, sustainable architects specifically aim to design a building that will
Home construction, renovation and demolition are all sources of waste and runoff that can negatively impact the environment. Thankfully, there are things you can do when building and designing homes that can minimize the environmental footprint of the construction process
