
If you want to make an educational impact while helping the environment, consider solar trees. Discovery Place’s new solar installation makes visitors take a second glance.
There is no reason why a facility owner or manager can’t reduce energy costs without sacrificing employee comfort or building functions.
Almost two decades ago, Interface Inc.’s late founder, Ray Anderson (whom the Economist recently called, “America’s Greenest businessman”), laid down a set of uniquely inspiring values.
Public buildings in the U.S. waste approximately one-third of the energy they use. The city of Pleasanton, Calif., recognized this and decided to do something about it.
Trying to cut costs and meet sustainability objectives? Consider solar cogeneration — renewable heat and electricity in one for maximum impact.
The Albuquerque International Sunport (ABQ) is no different from other airports across the country in that its doors are open all day, every day.
AVAILABLE ON DEMAND Rooftops can be an excellent place to install photovoltaics (PV) because the space is often unused and unobstructed. One risk of doing this is the potential to compromise the integrity of the roofing system.
Read MoreAVAILABLE ON DEMAND Companies with plants, facilities, and equipment are now facing a daunting reality: Energy consumption is eroding profit margins
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In The Integrative Design Guide to Green Building: Redefining the Practice of Sustainability, 7group's principals and integrative design pioneer Bill Reed introduce design and construction professionals to the concepts of whole building design and whole systems.
EDC's Green Product Buzz Guides bring you the latest in green building products and services from companies exhibiting at trade shows, including Greenbuild, the AIA Expo, Coverings, Surfaces and more.
Welcome to EDC's crossword puzzle. This puzzle was created specifically for the green building industry by Myles Mellor; all the clues and answers relate to industry terms. Click to view the interactive version of the puzzle that appeared in print. Or if you prefer, you'll find a PDF link to this month's puzzle and solution.