There are plenty of reasons to go green: lessen your environmental impact, lessen your energy bill, and even increase your property value, in many occasions. But one thing we often forget is that green buildings bring with them several human health benefits that are worth mentioning. More air ventilation = higher level of productivity For… Read more »
3 Health Benefits that Come with Green Buildings
How to Turn Your Remodel into an Energy Saving Green Home
As summer fades into fall, many homeowners may feel rushed to complete their remodel project(s) and as a result, overlook the long-term savings of going green. It’s easy to go green—here are some handy tips to help incorporate energy-saving solutions into your remodel! Consider alternative framing techniques Simply making a few small changes to your… Read more »
3 Tips to Help You Save Energy in the Summer
Summer may seem like the season of the outdoors, but it’s also a time of the year when we consume the most energy indoors. Think about it: fans and A/C units are constantly abuzz; later nights outside mean more outdoor lights on; and in general, we’re just doing more, which can equal higher energy bills… Read more »
The Greenest Cities from Around the World in 2018
With the ever-evolving advancements in technology, we see such amazing strides being taken each year towards green living. It seems like innovation is happening everywhere, and there are a few cities that are at the forefront of that sea change. Here’s a look at some of the urban centers that are redefining the green tech… Read more »
Four Simple Ways to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient
Many have the motivation to be more energy efficient but are hesitant to take the next step. There’s no need to toss out all of your belongings for greener products or implement a complete redesign. There are actually a few simple changes that can be made around your home that will decrease your energy consumption,… Read more »
Sustainable Building Trends that are Making 2018 Green
Last year carried many developments in the green building initiative. Solar energy was accepted as the energy of the future, passive building designs reduced energy consumption in the home, and we saw the rise of net-zero energy homes. 2017 performed well, and 2018 is predicted to continue to drive the green building initiative forward Resiliency… Read more »
California Home to Five of the Top Green Buildings in 2018 COTE Awards
This year’s recipients of the COTE Top Ten Awards were finally announced and five of the ten top sustainable projects are located in California. The American Institute of Architecture and Committee on the Environment evaluate the social, economic, and ecological value of each structure to determine the top buildings that excel in design and performance…. Read more »
Chico State University to Break Ground on Sustainable Science Building
After more than 10 years of planning, Chico State University will begin construction of the $101 million green facility this summer. This new physical sciences building will be 110,200 square-feet, housing chemistry, physics, science education labs, outdoor classrooms, and more. The green building initiative was important to the campus and their commitment to climate change…. Read more »
Study Shows that Green Building Produces Health and Climate Benefits
A recent study conducted by Harvard University experts, examined a set of green-certified buildings in 6 countries, the U.S. included, over the past 16 years. The result: $6 billion in health and climate benefits. The study, also known as HEALTHfx, shows that the two areas benefiting, health and climate, correlate and work together to cut… Read more »
Budweiser Transitions US Breweries to Renewable Energy
Thinking about picking up a six pack on your way home from work? Soon, you may notice a new “100 percent renewable electricity” label on the cans of Budweiser at your local supermarket. Recently, the company announced that it all of its US brewing facilities are now being powered exclusively by renewable energy sources. Last… Read more »