EPDs clearing the way for environmental transparency By Laura Briggs A sustainability movement established largely on assumed environmental benefit has exposed a need for transparency to minimize confusion and remove doubts about unfettered claims made by materials manufacturers. Forest Service recently advocated for green building codes and standards that include adequate provisions to recognize the benefits of life cycle environmental analysis to guide building materials selection. Please read Laura's article below and comments or thoughts are always welcome. The U.S. The U.S. MORE >>

Professional certification benefits both the manager and the sponsoring company by providing advanced training, exposure to best practices, and recognition. building products, equipment, etc) that target the construction industry, or that work for architectural, engineering or construction firms. The program offers separate content for dealer marketing, retail home improvement marketing, and marketing architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) services. The program is designed for marketing managers and executives for brands (e.g., For more information, click here. MORE >>

Forested areas provide the combined benefits of directly cooling the atmosphere and of absorbing greenhouse gases, leading to additional cooling. Green architecture in cities, including green roofs and more highly reflective construction materials, would further contribute to a slowing of warming rates. Georgia Tech Professor makes a strong argument that land use policy needs to be a top priority. “Across the U.S. “Most large U.S. As a result, emissions reduction programs — like the cap and trade program under consideration by the U.S. Congress. MORE >>

But as I concluded, “in order to push the limits of architecture, engineering and construction, one must know what the limits are.” Besides the owner and end users, the whole point of green building is to build projects that benefit the entire planet. Brian L. Hill helps others to achieve more from less through business development, digital media and construction consulting. fourth generation construction/real estate professional, he shares his passion for pursuing quality in the built environment at AECforensics.com. Broken Buildings Aren’t Sustainable. license. MORE >>

With the growing demand for sustainable business practices and lifestyle options, it is no surprise that the construction and architecture industries are currently undergoing major changes. new generation of construction management students is beginning to realize the significant long-term benefits that are offered by green buildings, which is resulting in new approaches to residential and commercial contracting. These kinds of incentives help defray the higher initial costs of a green building investment, making the long-term environmental and economic benefits more attractive. MORE >>