Setting the “Green” Bar Very High
Hat’s off to Mayor Michael Bloomberg for throwing down the gauntlet and launching a Carbon…
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A New Perspective on Environmental Impact
From a product standpoint, conducting life cycle assessments has become a fairly standard practice. Building…
Sustainability Gaining Momentum for Government Managed Buildings
Lucas Hamilton is Manager, Building Science Applications for CertainTeed Corporation I recently had the pleasure…
Energy Awareness Begins with You
As we approach the close of Energy Awareness Month remember it is never too late…
Green Product Certification – The Demise of Greenwashing
Over the past decade we’ve witnessed the expansive growth of the sustainable building movement. Sustainable…
The Philadelphia Eagles Really Know How to Go Green
I attended a Green Drinks event recently in the Philadelphia area sponsored by Sustainable Solutions…
Energy is a National Security Issue
I believe that energy is a national security issue. We import too much energy and…
Home Energy Labeling – Leveling the Playing Field in the Housing Market
Home energy labeling could be a great motivator for encouraging homeowners to jump into energy…
Declare Your Energy Independence
No one is immune from the images and newsfeeds regarding the BP oil spill crisis…
A Courageous Builder Embraces Advanced Framing Techniques
Advanced Framing Technique, also known as Optimum Value Engineering (OVE), is a change from 2…