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Retrofitting for the Future — A Case for Continuous Sustainable Urban Renewal

Architects, engineers and civic planners spend much of their time and talents on building the city of tomorrow, possibly losing sight of the fact that viable infrastructure already exists. While building better with smart technologies, eco-friendly construction materials and interconnected…

Rose Morrison27 January 2025

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Climate-Resilient Infrastructure: Lessons From Around the World

As climate change intensifies, developing infrastructure that withstands environmental challenges becomes increasingly critical. Climate-resilient infrastructure endures extreme weather events and adapts to evolving weather patterns, ensuring safety, functionality and sustainability. Integrating innovative technologies, sustainable materials and nature-based solutions can help…

Rose Morrison23 January 2025

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Building Green, Living Small: How DADUs Promote Sustainable Urban Living

A detached accessory dwelling unit (DADU) has several associations. Some call them in-law suites or granny flats. Many choose it as an alternative to retirement homes as they become more costly. Others build them as vacation rentals or places for…

Rose Morrison22 January 2025

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The Hidden Costs of Pollution on Construction Materials

The construction industry is a significant contributor to environmental pollution. Construction projects release greenhouse gases, contaminate drinking water and produce landfill waste. Construction materials themselves can suffer, too. Pollution can impact the durability and integrity of construction materials. Explore the…

Rose Morrison14 January 2025

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Wastewater and the Quest for Sustainable Building Materials

The growing demand for sustainable construction materials has sparked innovative approaches to reducing environmental impact, one of which involves utilizing wastewater in building processes. Wastewater, often viewed as a by-product of human activity, has emerged as a potential resource for…

Rose Morrison26 December 2024

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Sustainable Solutions: Beer Waste as a Resource for Builders

As more sustainable approaches to construction work are pushed, building alternatives are being sought to reduce environmental impact. This has led to a new relationship “brewing” between the construction industry and breweries. Beer is no longer just a refreshing beverage…

Rose Morrison20 December 2024

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Biogenic Carbon: How to Assess Carbon Footprint in Wood Buildings?

Discussions on reducing buildings’ carbon footprints have become more prominent, especially as more residents and business leaders learn how to make sustainable choices. Biological sources — such as plants, soil and trees — have biogenic carbon footprints. Biogenic carbon gets…

Rose Morrison17 December 2024

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PERFORM: A Fresh View on Building Operational Performance

During the Greenbuild 2024 Conference, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) launched the PERFORM program, a new initiative aimed at addressing the evolving challenges of the green building industry. In this article, we explore how the program works and why…

Olga Pleskatsevich4 December 2024

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Renovating Historic Buildings With Sustainability in Mind

While intense urban construction continues to break ground, thousands of historic buildings worldwide sit abandoned or untended. Do they have the potential to breathe a new life, or would retrofitting them with modern amenities sacrifice their historical relevance? Discover how…

Rose Morrison29 November 2024

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Groundbreaking New Materials Help Manufacturers with Heating and Cooling Efficiency Design

Climate change causes unprecedented weather events, so the demand for proper heating and cooling systems has become more crucial. Unfortunately, these needs have skyrocketed electricity usage, increasing carbon and contributing to climate change. One effective way to change this cycle…

Rose Morrison27 November 2024