Sustainable Technologies

Explore effective and innovative sustainable technologies that reduce carbon emissions and enhance energy efficiency in buildings.

Fire extinguisher against green wall - how eco-friendly is fire safety equipment

How Eco-Friendly is Fire Safety Equipment?

One of the most destructive forces out there is, of course, fire. For any construction company building new homes or buildings, fire protection and fire retardation are always primary concerns. We’re always improving the ways in which we build structures

Blue bathroom - trends in water-efficient plumbing

Top Trends in Water-Efficient Plumbing

In the past 40 years global water usage has quadrupled. With about three billion people worldwide lacking access to safe drinking water, the message is clear that our water usage has become unsustainable. Luckily, new technologies have evolved to reduce

Wind farm - career paths in green building

Alberta’s Rising Green Energy Sector

Alberta’s growing green energy sector is picking up some serious momentum in a market dominated by the colossal oil and gas industry. Alberta currently gets much of its electricity from coal and natural gas, but wind, solar and geothermal energies,

Garden hose on hose rack - how to efficiently heat water outdoors

How to Efficiently Heat Water Outdoors

There are several reasons why you might want to be able to heat water outdoors. Soil and grime dissolve in water at higher temperatures, and detergents could work more effectively in warmer water. Whether it’s washing your car or cleaning

Close up of solar panels - an in-depth look at choosing solar panels

An In-Depth Look at Choosing Solar Panels

While solar PV (photovoltaic) systems are becoming more common, average homeowners might find themselves a bit at sea when it comes to choosing solar panels for their home. Between energy loads and solar panel ratings, there’s a lot to learn