Articles related to "Green Building"
Going Green in Home Projects
Take a quick look at the benefits of green building and see how you can join in.
benefits of green building • eco-friendly building products • energy efficient mechanical systems • reduce toxic emissions • reusing existing materials
Take a quick look at the benefits of green building and see how you can join in.
benefits of green building • eco-friendly building products • energy efficient mechanical systems • reduce toxic emissions • reusing existing materials
A Beginners Guide to Going Green
Going "Green" is the latest trend taking root across the globe. There are many easy ways to get involved, support the environment, and save some money in the process!
go green • live green • american society of landscape architects • climate change • global warming
Going "Green" is the latest trend taking root across the globe. There are many easy ways to get involved, support the environment, and save some money in the process!
go green • live green • american society of landscape architects • climate change • global warming
Certification of Energy Efficiency in Buildings
First generation strategies for rating energy efficiency in buildings are being superseded by the LEED® Canada Initiative, the next stage in green building measurement.
energy efficient • construction methods • water usage • green house gas emissions • leed®
First generation strategies for rating energy efficiency in buildings are being superseded by the LEED® Canada Initiative, the next stage in green building measurement.
energy efficient • construction methods • water usage • green house gas emissions • leed®
Energy Efficient Schools
Schools are being built energy-efficient. There are 770 such buildings across the nation. What makes a building energy-efficient?
energy-efficient • green buildings • u.s. green building council • wind energy • geothermal heat pumps
Schools are being built energy-efficient. There are 770 such buildings across the nation. What makes a building energy-efficient?
energy-efficient • green buildings • u.s. green building council • wind energy • geothermal heat pumps
Green Building and Remodeling Tips
Do research and consider your lifestyle when buying or remodeling/renovating your home to ensure you are making sustainable choices.
green building • green remodeling • green renovating • eco-friendly construction • sustainable construction
Do research and consider your lifestyle when buying or remodeling/renovating your home to ensure you are making sustainable choices.
green building • green remodeling • green renovating • eco-friendly construction • sustainable construction
Sustainable Building Principles
Before investigating green building options, identify ways to reduce a building's footprint and reuse existing building stock.
build sustainably with green technologies • smaller buildings make less of an impact environme • eco materials which can be recycled for future use • non-renewable energy or renewable energy • energy consumption and co2 emissions
Before investigating green building options, identify ways to reduce a building's footprint and reuse existing building stock.
build sustainably with green technologies • smaller buildings make less of an impact environme • eco materials which can be recycled for future use • non-renewable energy or renewable energy • energy consumption and co2 emissions
Green Architecture
It isn't a tribute to St. Patrick's Day, but rather an ecologically responsible way of building.
architecture • building • construction • green • sustainable
It isn't a tribute to St. Patrick's Day, but rather an ecologically responsible way of building.
architecture • building • construction • green • sustainable
Green Events for March 2007
Information on March 2007 special events designed to promote green living and environmental responsibility.
green living • green events • earth hour • green building • portland food fight
Information on March 2007 special events designed to promote green living and environmental responsibility.
green living • green events • earth hour • green building • portland food fight
Insulated Concrete Forms: Green
ICFs are a green building technology that is fast gaining market share in the construction industry. Hollow Styrofoam blocks are stacked and poured with concrete.
structural integrated panels • sips • insulated concrete forms • icf manufacturer • leed
ICFs are a green building technology that is fast gaining market share in the construction industry. Hollow Styrofoam blocks are stacked and poured with concrete.
structural integrated panels • sips • insulated concrete forms • icf manufacturer • leed
A Driving Tour in Northern Europe's Skane Region
When the Swedes look for a getaway in Sweden, they head to Skane. The region serves up culinary delights, outdoor adventures, seaside towns and progressive cites.
skane sweden • southern sweden • green building in malmo • castles in skane • seaside towns in sweden
When the Swedes look for a getaway in Sweden, they head to Skane. The region serves up culinary delights, outdoor adventures, seaside towns and progressive cites.
skane sweden • southern sweden • green building in malmo • castles in skane • seaside towns in sweden
A Solar Water Heater System Overview
It's always important to lower that utility bill payment. Hot water is much of the bill, so it's a good place for savings. Passive and active solar heaters do that well.
solar water heater system • green building • residential solar panels • bathroom remodel project • tankless water heater
It's always important to lower that utility bill payment. Hot water is much of the bill, so it's a good place for savings. Passive and active solar heaters do that well.
solar water heater system • green building • residential solar panels • bathroom remodel project • tankless water heater
Brad Pitt's Make It Right Project
Brad Pitt announced his green rebuilding plans at the Clinton Global Initiative in Manhattan. The Lower 9th Ward of New Orleans has suffered since Katrina and need homes.
brad pitt • make it right • rebuilding katrina • new orleans • green building
Brad Pitt announced his green rebuilding plans at the Clinton Global Initiative in Manhattan. The Lower 9th Ward of New Orleans has suffered since Katrina and need homes.
brad pitt • make it right • rebuilding katrina • new orleans • green building
Energy Efficient Replacement Windows
Energy efficient window replacement is an obvious home improvement project for lowering heating and cooling costs. If window film isn't enough, look for the Energy Star.
energy efficient replacement windows • krypton or argon-filled • low-e • double-hung • radiant barrier foil or paint
Energy efficient window replacement is an obvious home improvement project for lowering heating and cooling costs. If window film isn't enough, look for the Energy Star.
energy efficient replacement windows • krypton or argon-filled • low-e • double-hung • radiant barrier foil or paint
Fun Things To Do in Little Rock Arkansas
Ducks at the Peabody Hotel, green building at Heifer International and river cruises on the Arkansas Queen riverboat--there's a lot to do in Little Rock.
things to do in little rock arkansas • civil rights movement • clinton library • peabody hotel • heifer international
Ducks at the Peabody Hotel, green building at Heifer International and river cruises on the Arkansas Queen riverboat--there's a lot to do in Little Rock.
things to do in little rock arkansas • civil rights movement • clinton library • peabody hotel • heifer international
Geothermal Home Heating and Cooling
Installing geothermal home heating and cooling saves money on utility bills; it's also hyped by green building consulting companies. Thermal energy is sustainable.
green building consulting • geothermal home heating and cooling • environmentally-friendly • geothermal heat pumps • energy star label
Installing geothermal home heating and cooling saves money on utility bills; it's also hyped by green building consulting companies. Thermal energy is sustainable.
green building consulting • geothermal home heating and cooling • environmentally-friendly • geothermal heat pumps • energy star label
Green Collar Job Wave
Organizations and companies are creating green jobs, which improves the environment, people's health and the economy.
green building jobs • green collar economy • recycled furniture companies • conservation • organic agricultural industry
Organizations and companies are creating green jobs, which improves the environment, people's health and the economy.
green building jobs • green collar economy • recycled furniture companies • conservation • organic agricultural industry
Green Home Building Takes Off
The green building movement is gathering momentum and both general contractors and remodeling contractors are educating themselves on materials and ENERGY STAR appliances
green home building • sustainable construction • earth day • energy efficiency • utility bills
The green building movement is gathering momentum and both general contractors and remodeling contractors are educating themselves on materials and ENERGY STAR appliances
green home building • sustainable construction • earth day • energy efficiency • utility bills
Lightshelves Save Lighting Energy
Daylight is the best light for people to work in. Reflectors, or lightshelves, at windows can direct daylight deep into a building, allowing lights to be switched off.
saving electricity • saving lighting energy • cut lighting costs • daylight in buildings • energy savings
Daylight is the best light for people to work in. Reflectors, or lightshelves, at windows can direct daylight deep into a building, allowing lights to be switched off.
saving electricity • saving lighting energy • cut lighting costs • daylight in buildings • energy savings
Energy Efficient or Eco Design
It takes more than green construction materials to create sustainable design. Apply three tests to verify the sustainability of green buildings.
us green building council • burj dubai • test for sustainable design • energy efficient building systems • prime example of conspicuous consumption
It takes more than green construction materials to create sustainable design. Apply three tests to verify the sustainability of green buildings.
us green building council • burj dubai • test for sustainable design • energy efficient building systems • prime example of conspicuous consumption
Celebrate the Environment in April
Some of the eco-oriented events and environmental programs scheduled for April 2007
eco-friendly • environmental programs • green events • halton eco festival • ashton hayes going carbon neutral conference
Some of the eco-oriented events and environmental programs scheduled for April 2007
eco-friendly • environmental programs • green events • halton eco festival • ashton hayes going carbon neutral conference
Green Roofs and Urban Agriculture
Urban landscape design has moved off the street and into the sky with green roofs. Benefits include reduced energy demand, attractive urban views and wildlife habitat.
rooftop gardens • british columbia institute of technology • merrick architecture • green building council leed • vancouver olympic committee
Urban landscape design has moved off the street and into the sky with green roofs. Benefits include reduced energy demand, attractive urban views and wildlife habitat.
rooftop gardens • british columbia institute of technology • merrick architecture • green building council leed • vancouver olympic committee
LEED and REGREEN Certification
A brief introduction to LEED and REGREEN certifications and some tips for improving your home.
leed certification • regreen certification • eco-friendly decorating • eco-friendly building • environmentally friendly interior decorating
A brief introduction to LEED and REGREEN certifications and some tips for improving your home.
leed certification • regreen certification • eco-friendly decorating • eco-friendly building • environmentally friendly interior decorating
New York's Freedom Tower
Construction and design of the Freedom Tower in New York City utilizes innovative safety and environmentally friendly measures making it an astonishing memorial to 9/11.
freedom tower new york city • green building design • world trade center sustainable design guidelines • lower manhattan development corporation • environmentally friendly design
Construction and design of the Freedom Tower in New York City utilizes innovative safety and environmentally friendly measures making it an astonishing memorial to 9/11.
freedom tower new york city • green building design • world trade center sustainable design guidelines • lower manhattan development corporation • environmentally friendly design
Radiant Barrier Spray and Foil
Roof Radiant barrier spray or foil? Which one will lower utility bills and not effect cell phone reception? Both save on utility bills and are green energy solutions.
radiant barrier spray • double-sided aluminum radiant barrier foil insulat • save money on electricity and natural gas bills • electric airless paint sprayer • green building style
Roof Radiant barrier spray or foil? Which one will lower utility bills and not effect cell phone reception? Both save on utility bills and are green energy solutions.
radiant barrier spray • double-sided aluminum radiant barrier foil insulat • save money on electricity and natural gas bills • electric airless paint sprayer • green building style
Safe Paints at Your Local Store
There are some scary things in paints these days, but many companies are making paint that is both non-toxic and non-scary
paint • polyurethane • finishes • volatile • organic
There are some scary things in paints these days, but many companies are making paint that is both non-toxic and non-scary
paint • polyurethane • finishes • volatile • organic
Solar Window Film to Save Energy
Solar window film is a great alternative to double glazed argon filled windows. It keeps the summer heat and UV rays out. Darker tints provide privacy.
solar window film to save energy • lower utility bills • double and triple glazed • remodeling contractor • installation labor costs
Solar window film is a great alternative to double glazed argon filled windows. It keeps the summer heat and UV rays out. Darker tints provide privacy.
solar window film to save energy • lower utility bills • double and triple glazed • remodeling contractor • installation labor costs
Spray Foam Insulation From Soy
Denim insulation? Trendy, but the new kid on the block is green, sustainable, energy efficient spray foam insulation made from soy beans. It's not just for tofu anymore.
spray foam insulation from soy • green building material • sustainable • energy efficient • central air conditioning and heating system
Denim insulation? Trendy, but the new kid on the block is green, sustainable, energy efficient spray foam insulation made from soy beans. It's not just for tofu anymore.
spray foam insulation from soy • green building material • sustainable • energy efficient • central air conditioning and heating system
Straw-Bale Strength
The Friends Community School, a Quaker-based institution located in College Park, Maryland, is building their new classroom facility entirely out of straw bales.
green • eco-friendly • school • solar power • sustainable building
The Friends Community School, a Quaker-based institution located in College Park, Maryland, is building their new classroom facility entirely out of straw bales.
green • eco-friendly • school • solar power • sustainable building
Use SIPs for an Energy Star Home
Structural Insulated Panel (SIPs) construction is the foundation of an Energy Star rating. Green building has many advantages: tax credits and 50%-off utility bills.
structural insulated panel • sips • energy star home • green building • residential construction software
Structural Insulated Panel (SIPs) construction is the foundation of an Energy Star rating. Green building has many advantages: tax credits and 50%-off utility bills.
structural insulated panel • sips • energy star home • green building • residential construction software
Bronx Library LEEDs Green Design
Dattner Architects and the New York Public Library developed the first-ever publicly funded green building in New York State. Where does Barnes and Noble fit in?
bronx library center • leed silver • new york public library • dattner architects • daniel heuberger
Dattner Architects and the New York Public Library developed the first-ever publicly funded green building in New York State. Where does Barnes and Noble fit in?
bronx library center • leed silver • new york public library • dattner architects • daniel heuberger
Pedestrian-Friendly, Mixed-Use Urban Design
Calgary, Alberta is leading the country in the application of new urbanism principles, proving that good design and commercial success are not antithetical.
principles of new urbanism • neighbourhood planning • can existing neighbourhoods be redeveloped • pedestrian-friendly enclaves • canada lands company
Calgary, Alberta is leading the country in the application of new urbanism principles, proving that good design and commercial success are not antithetical.
principles of new urbanism • neighbourhood planning • can existing neighbourhoods be redeveloped • pedestrian-friendly enclaves • canada lands company
Corporate Brands Get Greener
Green is fast becoming the brand and image corporations are building to reach today's eco-friendly consumers.
green • corporate branding • go green • big business • brands
Green is fast becoming the brand and image corporations are building to reach today's eco-friendly consumers.
green • corporate branding • go green • big business • brands
Energy Efficient Healthcare Center
Healthcare systems and hospitals are increasingly turning to green options, such as using efficient lighting, when renovating existing structures and building new sites.
energy efficient building • green hospital • cool roofs • commercial energy use • best environmental practices
Healthcare systems and hospitals are increasingly turning to green options, such as using efficient lighting, when renovating existing structures and building new sites.
energy efficient building • green hospital • cool roofs • commercial energy use • best environmental practices
Goof-Proof Home and Gardening Tips
A review of "Natural Home & Garden" magazine that focuses on the do-it-yourself home and garden projects.
natural • home • garden • projects • tips
A review of "Natural Home & Garden" magazine that focuses on the do-it-yourself home and garden projects.
natural • home • garden • projects • tips
Goof-Proof Home and Gardening Tips
A review of <i>Natural Home & Garden</i> magazine, that focuses on the do-it-yourself home and garden projects.
natural • home • garden • projects • tips
A review of <i>Natural Home & Garden</i> magazine, that focuses on the do-it-yourself home and garden projects.
natural • home • garden • projects • tips
Green Home Construction or Remodel
Being eco-friendly is not just about buying products labeled "green" or "organic." It is often as simple as buying products grown or manufactured in your community.
green home remodel • green home construction • repurpose • salvage • recycle
Being eco-friendly is not just about buying products labeled "green" or "organic." It is often as simple as buying products grown or manufactured in your community.
green home remodel • green home construction • repurpose • salvage • recycle
Green Museum to Open in SF
San Francisco plans to open a new museum in the fall dedicated exclusively to conservation. Environmental exhibits and future energy practices have people talking.
the living museum • san francisco museum • green museums • leed ratings • renzo piano
San Francisco plans to open a new museum in the fall dedicated exclusively to conservation. Environmental exhibits and future energy practices have people talking.
the living museum • san francisco museum • green museums • leed ratings • renzo piano
How to Build a Sustainable World - AskNature
The science of biology and the practice of biomimicry were the central theme at the U.S. Green Building Council's Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Boston.
biomimicry at greenbuild 2008 • building a sustainable world • nature-inspired design ideas • world's first database of biomimicry • thank a genius program
The science of biology and the practice of biomimicry were the central theme at the U.S. Green Building Council's Greenbuild International Conference and Expo in Boston.
biomimicry at greenbuild 2008 • building a sustainable world • nature-inspired design ideas • world's first database of biomimicry • thank a genius program
New Ways Small Business Can Go Green
As employees get excited about their contributions to green, more ways to go green emerge.
eco-practices • go greener • new green practices • eco-friendly • small business goes green
As employees get excited about their contributions to green, more ways to go green emerge.
eco-practices • go greener • new green practices • eco-friendly • small business goes green
2010 Vancouver Olympics Sustainability Star Jury
Big names from industry and government form the Sustainability Star jury for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.
2010 vancouver olympics sustainability star jury • coke • rona • enviro canada • deloitte
Big names from industry and government form the Sustainability Star jury for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.
2010 vancouver olympics sustainability star jury • coke • rona • enviro canada • deloitte
Attic Ventilation: Venting Hot Air
Attic Ventilation is essential for exhausting hot air, to ease the load on the air conditioner, and to lower utility bills. This can be done with roof vents and fans.
attic ventilation • lower utility bills • soffit vents • energy consumption • air conditioning cycles
Attic Ventilation is essential for exhausting hot air, to ease the load on the air conditioner, and to lower utility bills. This can be done with roof vents and fans.
attic ventilation • lower utility bills • soffit vents • energy consumption • air conditioning cycles
Connecting with Nature Matters
Renowned biologist, eco-psychologists and "green" builders agree that interaction with nature is vital to our wellbeing. Here are simple ways to add nature to each day.
biophilia • edward o. wilson • green living • sustainability • health
Renowned biologist, eco-psychologists and "green" builders agree that interaction with nature is vital to our wellbeing. Here are simple ways to add nature to each day.
biophilia • edward o. wilson • green living • sustainability • health
Eco Design for Sustainable Living
Cradle to Cradle sustainable design challenges conventional environmental thinking and practice. Ask three questions to verify a product's green claims.
solar power and geothermal systems • fossil fuels • greenwashing • eco design for sustainable living • cradle to cradle design
Cradle to Cradle sustainable design challenges conventional environmental thinking and practice. Ask three questions to verify a product's green claims.
solar power and geothermal systems • fossil fuels • greenwashing • eco design for sustainable living • cradle to cradle design
Green Banking
More and more business practices are incorporating the go green initiative - including banking.
green banking • green mortgages • green credit cards • online banking • save the planet
More and more business practices are incorporating the go green initiative - including banking.
green banking • green mortgages • green credit cards • online banking • save the planet
Green Events in 2008
A listing of some of the green-oriented expos, festivals and other special events scheduled for 2008.
green events • festivals • green living • expos • trade shows
A listing of some of the green-oriented expos, festivals and other special events scheduled for 2008.
green events • festivals • green living • expos • trade shows
Green Kitchen Remodeling
The kitchen can be the centerpiece of a green home. However, renovating and remodeling a kitchen can create waste and environmental hazards.
green kitchen renovation • green kitchen remodeling • environmentally consciousness • low-voc paints • sustainable wood
The kitchen can be the centerpiece of a green home. However, renovating and remodeling a kitchen can create waste and environmental hazards.
green kitchen renovation • green kitchen remodeling • environmentally consciousness • low-voc paints • sustainable wood
How to Hire a Feng Shui Consultant
There are several sources for finding a Feng Shui consultant for your home or workspace. In addition, there are a few guidelines on how to select the right one.
hire a feng shui consultant • international feng shui guild • feng shui society • feng shui consultant • finding a feng shui consultant
There are several sources for finding a Feng Shui consultant for your home or workspace. In addition, there are a few guidelines on how to select the right one.
hire a feng shui consultant • international feng shui guild • feng shui society • feng shui consultant • finding a feng shui consultant
New York City's Zoos and Aquarium
Visitors to New York shouldn't miss taking in at least one of the city's five wildlife conservation parks.
new york zoos • trip to new york • bronx zoo • central park zoo • queens zoo
Visitors to New York shouldn't miss taking in at least one of the city's five wildlife conservation parks.
new york zoos • trip to new york • bronx zoo • central park zoo • queens zoo
The Myth Behind the Green
Critics of the Green Movement address concerns over the trendiness and false claims of product manufacturers.
green consumerism myths • going green • buying organic products • greenwashing • green movement
Critics of the Green Movement address concerns over the trendiness and false claims of product manufacturers.
green consumerism myths • going green • buying organic products • greenwashing • green movement
Tools for Planning a Green Community
An award-winning urban planning project mimics nature's approach to ecosystems to provide affordable housing and solve site-specific environmental issues.
house • housing project • single family homes • construction costs • stormwater
An award-winning urban planning project mimics nature's approach to ecosystems to provide affordable housing and solve site-specific environmental issues.
house • housing project • single family homes • construction costs • stormwater
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