As people become more concerned about climate change and the future of the planet, many of them hear discussions of net-zero buildings. Are they essential to...
Back in 1976, the world first discovered sick building syndrome (SBS). The bacterium, Legionella pneumophila, had been found at the American Legion Convention in Philadelphia. Until that...
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) has become a popular topic lately, and people in the construction sector may have noticed they increasingly discuss the matter with their...
The future of green construction is bright. Researchers are continually discovering material innovations, and construction companies make good use of them. Environmentalism has been a steady...
Wouldn’t it be fantastic if you walked into a room, and the temperature and lighting immediately adjusted to your needs and preferences? That’s already possible with...
The same problem comes around every summer. Rising temperatures make it a constant battle to stay cool, especially in your home. You can always adjust your...
There’s an ongoing push to make modern structures “green.” Since buildings account for a significant fraction of CO2 emissions, construction professionals are continually looking for new...
