Green Building
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Cement faces special challenges in quest for sustainability
With each ton of the nearly 3 billion tons of cement produced per year globally releasing one ton of carbon dioxide, manufacturers are ramping up approaches to finding alternative methods and materials.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 20, 2018
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MIT class designs 82,000-square-foot mass timber prototype
The more tall wood structures that can be built and safely occupied, the better the chances that building codes will eventually change, a research scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology said.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 13, 2018
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New Orleans eschews new water management techniques in $2B post-Katrina program
The city claims the scope of Federal Emergency Management Agency funds for hurricane repairs doesn't allow for eco-conscious water management systems.
By Kim Slowey • July 31, 2018
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Q&ASmartLAM head: The US is ready for cross-laminated timber
Adoption has been slow, Casey Malmquist said, but now, "that's all changing," especially after initiatives like the 2015 International Building Code made more allowances for mass timber.
By Laurie Cowin • July 30, 2018
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BREEAM New Construction standard launched in US
United Kingdom-based Building Research Establishment teamed with architecture, engineering and design firm HOK to introduce a green building certification program for the U.S. market.
By Kim Slowey • June 22, 2018
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Deep DiveThe smart buildings dilemma: Redevelop or start fresh?
Adding technology to an older structure can make the building more efficient and boost occupant productivity, but new construction may be a better option.
By Chris Teale • May 30, 2018
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Microsoft, PCL Construction to develop cloud-based smart building solution
Microsoft claims its cloud and Internet of Things technologies will increase operating efficiency and lower costs.
By Kathleen Brown • May 09, 2018
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Deep DiveCities are 3-D printing their way to more sustainable futures
The disruptive, fascinating technology could revolutionize the construction industry and make cities' infrastructure more resilient and affordable.
By Katie Pyzyk • April 11, 2018
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OpinionThe case for constructing resource-efficient buildings
Andy Feth of C.W. Driver Companies writes that a holistic approach to building offers competitive advantages and long-term cost savings.
By Andy Feth
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Zero-energy buildings see big boost
Solar panels, efficient heat pumps, radiant cooling systems and techniques that improve building envelopes all contribute to green building's continuing rise.
By Laurie Cowin • March 14, 2018
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Report: Global construction waste will almost double by 2025
Lack of global recycling standards is one hurdle the construction waste market faces in its efforts to reduce the amount of material that ends up in landfills.
By Kim Slowey • March 13, 2018
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Opinion5 tips for winning a LEED project
Green Badger founder and CEO Tommy Linstroth discusses how firms can set their LEED project proposals apart from the competition.
By Tommy Linstroth
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Deep DiveReport: Cities of all sizes can achieve sustainable energy solutions
The NRG report found that leading cities shared four main tactics in their efforts to boost sustainable energy: dedicated staff resources, employing unique assets, finding funding and accessing expertise.
By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 27, 2018
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Massachusetts tops list of top 10 states for LEED
This is the second-straight year that Massachusetts led the U.S. Green Building Council's rankings.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 01, 2018
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Report: Resilient design saves an average of $6 for every $1 spent
Building more resilient structures and those that surpass minimum building code requirements could create as many as 87,000 new jobs.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 19, 2018
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Green Building Initiative buys global rights to Green Globes rating system
The deal allows nonprofit GBI to expand the sustainability rating system for commercial and multifamily buildings worldwide.
By Kim Slowey • Jan. 17, 2018
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This rock-like aggregate is made from recycled post-consumer glass
Foamed glass aggregate weighs 85% less than stone, has insulating qualities and can be used for road building and bridge abutments.
By Laurie Cowin • Dec. 13, 2017
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SponsoredWings, sports, and sustainable construction
A Buffalo Wild Wings in Michigan set out to build a sustainable facility from top to bottom, which helped their bottom line.
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Can 3-D printing boost turbine tower heights?
RCAM Technologies won a $1.25 million grant to develop and test 3-D printing technology so that ultra-tall concrete turbine towers can be made onsite.
By Laurie Cowin • Dec. 06, 2017
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Building with recycled materials could reduce carbon footprint
Steel, concrete and other building materials production releases more carbon pollution than each car, minivan and truck on the planet combined.
By Laurie Cowin • Nov. 29, 2017
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CA bill would require state contractors to use low-carbon construction materials
Contractors bidding on state projects would have to prove that the materials they're using are produced at or below average greenhouse gas emissions.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 16, 2017
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USGBC adopts RELi resiliency standard
RELi gives projects points in several resiliency categories, including adaptive design for extreme weather and associated hazards.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 13, 2017
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Deep DiveThe future of wind farms
The force behind the proliferation of wind farms could lose momentum, depending on how the next tax reform bill addresses energy tax credits.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 09, 2017
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Report: International sustainable materials market to reach $187B by 2026
The increased use of green materials is being driven by trades such as insulation, roofing, framing, exterior siding and interior finishes across most sectors.
By Kim Slowey • Oct. 25, 2017
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Using LEED in transportation projects can lead to savings
In addition to better overall cost-savings, LEED-certified buildings see a higher return on investment, according to a U.S. Green Building Council report.
By Laurie Cowin • Oct. 20, 2017