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...
Eco-friendly, sustainable and green. Everyone is talking about these buzzwords. However, with climate change deadlines looming, sustainability is no longer an interesting idea — it’s a...
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...
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...
With summer finally here, many of us are doing our best to stay cool amidst the sweltering heat. Unfortunately, as any longtime homeowner can attest, cooling...
People around the world have placed a growing emphasis on sustainability, which means many now look at ways to build more eco-friendly buildings. Constructing net-zero buildings...
There’s an ever-present trend to make cities “smarter” by equipping them with sensors, automation and other amenities that improve their residents’ quality of life. And the...
Livings walls and gardens are eco-friendly design trends which are now quite common in modern commercial facilities. All the benefits of these green walls make them...
A pool is a dream for many homeowners. Unfortunately, swimming pools aren’t exactly known for being good for the environment. Pools tend to consume a lot...