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Save on HVAC Costs with Improved Air Sealing and Insulation
Matt Hoots May 09, 2023

“Build Tight, Ventilate Right” is an often used phrase in “high-performance building.”  High-performance sounds like it is expensive. However, we need to evaluate... Read More

Research Shows Carbon Dioxide Emissions Increased 3.4% in 2018 - Power Generation and Transportation are Key Culprits
Eileen Flynn Mar 26, 2019

Research shows that U.S. carbon dioxide emissions rose an estimated 3.4% in 2018. This is an unfortunate and significant increase compared to prior years, and scientists say it is the opposite... Read More

Adaptive Building Introduction: Adaptive Building
Clayton Shepardson Apr 20, 2022

Introduction             Nothing remains the same forever. This is a fact of life that many of us understand very well. Whether it has to do... Read More

How the Car Killed Architecture (and How We Can Bring It Back)
Jack_Benoit Feb 10, 2017

The purpose of architecture is to shape and gently guide one’s path through life. Through its aesthetics, form, and scale, architecture informs our daily interactions and experiences. However... Read More

BARKitecture: 15 Solar-Powered Doghouses Inspired by the Solar Decathlon
Amy Sep 30, 2017

This article was posted on the Department of Energy website. For information about the auction of these sustainable dog homes please check out the facebook page. Every dog has its day and in... Read More

Greenbuild 2019 - Looking to the Future (Sustainable and Successful, for Everyone)
Allison Friedman Dec 02, 2019

It is a fun and fairly common experience at Greenbuild to find mid conversation that you already know the person you’re speaking to from an email exchange, a social media connection, or in my... Read More

Sustainable Trends to Improve Your Home’s Lifespan
Bautex Systems, LLC Jul 12, 2018

You’ve probably heard the phrase “go green” for years now. There is an increasing awareness of environmentally stable and sustainable building materials going into houses all across... Read More

Greenbuild 2017 Wrap Up - Some Top Show Moments and Activities
Allison Friedman Nov 14, 2017

Greenbuild 2017 was a whirlwind week!   I am excited to share some top Greenbuild 2017 activities and moments.  Sometimes, I wished I could be in more than one place at... Read More

Architecture 2030 and the International Living Future Institute update their Net Zero Energy Goals
Kalyani.rc Apr 03, 2017

Architecture 2030 and the International Living Future Institute (ILFI) are making an effort to grow their energy efficiency reporting and certification programs. Both the 2030 Challenge and the... Read More

The TPP In A Nutshell – Too Risky for the Environment
EmmamHowe Aug 24, 2016

The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is one of the most ambitious free trade agreements ever proposed. In 2005, a similar deal, the P4 trade agreement was crafted by Brunei, Chile, New Zealand and... Read More