It is important to rethink green space as more land is lost to construction. Green roofs—which incorporate plant life on a flat or slightly sloped waterproofed and layered substructure—offer a solution with many benefits.
Green Building Activity Accelerates Globally
Nearly half of the 2,000 architects, engineers, contractors, owners, consultants and investors participating in Dodge Data & Analytics’ World Green Building Trends 2018 SmartMarket Report report that more than 60 percent of their construction projects will be built “green” by 2021.
USGBC Launches LEED Zero; Up Next Is LEED Positive
The U.S. Green Building Council is formalizing its commitment to net zero projects with a new LEED Zero certification program that encourages a holistic approach to building operations and resources.
IgCC Offers Whole Systems Approach to Building Design, Construction and Operation
The 2018 International Green Construction Code is now available to help cities, states and countries build stronger, smarter, sustainably and more resiliently through a whole systems approach to the design, construction and operation of buildings.
New Efforts to Fight Construction’s Impact on Climate Change
In the fight against climate change, efforts are intensifying against the planet’s number one enemy: CO2.
Three Factors to Consider When Adding Solar to New and Existing Buildings
There are three main areas of concern when reviewing common problems and solutions regarding PV solar integration with an existing or new commercial or industrial building: the structural capacity of a building, the roof’s age and condition, and electrical integration.
Surviving the ‘Solarcoaster’
Though riddled with hurdles, solar is a lucrative industry for those contractors willing to meet the challenge. In the United States, there are 55.9 gigawatts of total solar capacity, 250,000 people employed in solar-related jobs and 1,748,000 installed solar energy programs.
Incorporate Sustainability in Building Design to Meet Green Construction Goals
By evaluating energy conservation strategies at the start of the design phase, owners/developers will reap the financial benefits of energy-efficient buildings while staying compliant with ever-changing energy codes.










