Modern society is highly dependent on the production and use of traditional building materials, which contribute to ...

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) researchers have created a new carbon-negative building material that could transform ...

Environmental sustainability and the energy-intensive construction industry don’t often go hand-in-hand. The construction industry is a massive consumer of raw materials and natural resources, and it ...

The construction industry is at a crossroads, and it urgently needs to shift towards more sustainable practices. As one of the largest consumers of global resources and a significant contributor to ...

Skilled and reliable plumbing contractors will always be highly-valued, after all, no building project can be completed without an appropriate plumbing system. However, as we’ve seen across all major ...

insights from industryMatthew GlasscottResearch Chemist, Environmental LaboratoryU.S. Army Engineer Research & Development Center In this interview conducted at Pittcon 2023 in Philadelphia, ...

In keeping with Northwestern University’s commitment to be a national leader in sustainability to establish the University standard for incorporation of sustainable practices into the process of ...

To limit the effects of climate change, sustainable construction practices are essential. And even though the current White House administration is pushing back against policies that curb carbon ...

The term “sustainability” is associated with higher initial cost and as a buzzword to appease investors. As it applies to reducing carbon footprint while maintaining productivity, however, it is a top ...

The Center for Sustainable Landscapes (CSL) at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has become the first building to obtain the world's four highest sustainable ...

Downtown Detroit is currently playing host to an engaging exhibition on the future of sustainable architecture with "Tall Timber: The Future of Cities in Wood." This showcase is presenting visitors ...