High R-value glazing and daylighting skylights will capture 86 percent of the fast-growing materials market.

Green technologies improve performance and reduce costs in federal buildings.

The Housing Awards Program, now in its 13th year, was established to recognize the best in housing design.

The EPA says the money will go to clean up contaminated sites, protect health and the environment, and revitalize communities nationwide.

 The winning recipient is the school Delores T. Aaron Elementary in New Orleans, Louisiana. 

National findings include growth in the solar industry, increase in alternative fueling stations and LEED certifications.
 

From 2013 to 2018, commercial buildings managed with BAS services will grow at a CAGR of 29 percent during the period.

Committee of private and public sector leaders says LEED is the best green building tool to meet the goals of the Energy Independence and Security Act.