IWBI to Release New Version of WELL in May 2018

Picture source: IWBI About WELL WELL is a performance-based system for measuring and certifying features of the built environment that impact human health and well-being. Since its launch in 2014, WELL now covers more than 760 projects in 32 countries.…

Mika Kania12 April 2018

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Interview with Tatler: One Cup of Coffee Can Change an Entrepreneur’s Life Forever

Alessandro Bisagni, the founder of BEE, was interviewed by Tatler Hong Kong, sharing his experience on how a key meeting led to the creation of one of China’s leading building sustainability companies. To read the original article, see Hong Kong…

Mika Kania14 March 2018

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Indoor Environment Matters as Fewer People Go Outside

Recent research found Americans are spending more time inside than they used to; resulting in significant energy consumption reduction. According to the American Time Use Surveys, compared to 2003, in 2012, Americans spent eight more days at home. Staying at…

Mika Kania6 March 2018

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Tokyo to Build World’s Tallest Sustainable Wooden Skyscraper

The Guardian recently reported the Japanese wood products company Sumitomo Forestry Co is planning to build a 350 metre 70-floor tower in Tokyo for its 350th anniversary in 2041. It’s anticipated to be the world’s tallest wooden Skyscraper. The W350…

Mika Kania2 March 2018

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BEE & AIA – Shanghai International Finance Centre Project Tour

10 January 2018, BEE joined AIA Shanghai and JAHN Architects in hosting a tour of the New Shanghai International Finance Centre. As the LEED consultant together with Thornton Tomasetti, BEE introduced the innovative sustainability practices and achievements of the project,…

Mika Kania19 January 2018

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Entertaining During the Holiday Season: Use Eco-Friendly Candles

Conventional paraffin wax candles often contain petroleum by-products, and chronic exposure to these substances have been linked to health problems in the blood, nervous system, and kidneys. To avoid exposing the guests of your holiday party to toxins, stick with…

Mika Kania8 January 2018

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Alessandro Bisagni Talks about Sustainability to South China Morning Post

Alessandro Bisagni, the founder of BEE, was interviewed by the South China Morning Post, sharing his experience in establishing the sustainability consulting firm - Bisagni Environmental Enterprise, and tackling Climate Change issues. Alessandro Bisagni. Photo credit to Xiaomei, Chen "Time is a…

Mika Kania2 January 2018

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Wellness & Productivity

Employees are the most valuable resource to most companies; according to World Green Building Council, they account for approximately 90{e3829ec1db02d54faaf9fa2de0d48db26af01d7a7944a63c3b26976124791cab} of operating cost. Thus, a small improvement in productivity can have a large impact on businesses: a 10{e3829ec1db02d54faaf9fa2de0d48db26af01d7a7944a63c3b26976124791cab} increase in…

Mika Kania18 December 2017

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The world’s largest and most environmentally friendly Starbucks – LEED Platinum in Starbucks Shanghai Reserve Roastery

Big news for Shanghai coffee lovers and everyone else in this world! Starbucks Shanghai Reserve Roastery, the world’s largest and most environmentally friendly Starbucks officially opened to the public yesterday on December 6! Located along Nanjing Road, the 30,000-square-foot Starbucks Roastery,…

Mika Kania7 December 2017

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Sleeping with Fido: Tips on Improving Your Sleep Cycle

71 percent of pet owners frequently sleep with their pets. However, a recent study by the Mayo Clinic Sleep Disorders Center found that 53 percent of pet owners said their pet disturbed their sleeping every night. This disruption leads to a…

Mika Kania6 December 2017