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How EPDs work with the LEED ratings system

...at least three of the environmental impact categories measured in an EPD. Those categories measure product impact on factors such as global warming potential or depletion of non-renewable energy resources.”...

Examining 3D printing in construction

...cited by Scientific American, suggests 3-D printing could create up to 30 percent less material waste than typical construction techniques, as well as using less energy and generating fewer carbon...

Sto Corp nets six EIMA HERO Awards

...in plain sight: This is an excellent example of utilizing the energy efficient, high performance qualities of EIFS, and the unique aesthetics to suit the design intent of a project....

Building maintenance monitoring technologies increasingly important

...HVAC systems should be monitored for top efficiency. Now that many buildings are nearly empty, energy savings can be found through remote management of underutilized areas. A silver lining may...

How stand-out hotel design enhances the guest experience

...many travelers, as they are increasingly aware of their trip’s carbon footprint. Knowing a hotel has implemented resource-saving initiatives into its design, like energy management measures and use of local,...

Wearable technology in construction: Bringing new to the tried and true

...by the users’ own energy produced while walking. Hard hats Hard hats are another staple with upgrade potential. Sensors added around the brim of the hat can create a tech...

Using recycled building materials

...fences, floor and ceiling tiles. Concrete can also be recycled when crushed as aggregate for new concrete. Use of recycled building materials can reduce the amount of energy used to...

Reducing embodied carbon in building materials

...Status Report 2018, the buildings sector is responsible for a full 39% of global energy-related carbon emissions. While it’s true that the majority of these emissions—around 28%—arise from the day-to-day...

Celebrating America’s Black architects: Two visionaries from the past, two from the present

...30 of years of experience on public and commercial projects. His clients have included the Cincinnati and Dayton public school systems, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, and the Duke Energy...

Exceptional Stucco Finish Types

...textures. In addition, Sto provides a comprehensive solution to minimizing maintenance and repair and improving energy efficiency – vital features to protecting the long-term value of your investment. Click here...

Three exterior building material trends, examined

...materials age, hold up to the elements, or help achieve energy efficiency goals? As well, how efficiently, through cost and installation timelines, can the cladding be installed? Glass Many architects...

Regenerative design: Going beyond sustainability

...harm. Examples of regenerative design can include buildings that produce more energy than they consume, capture rainwater or include wastewater treatment options, restore habitat for plant and wildlife, or produce...

The evolution of the building envelope

...Support (to resist and transfer structural and dynamic loads) Control (the flow of matter and energy of all types) Finish (to meet desired aesthetics on the inside and outside) Over...

How the life sciences and multifamily sectors stand to benefit from adaptive reuse of commercial offices

...an existing building should only occur if it cannot be adapted effectively or if the building that replaces it has sufficiently higher energy performance to quickly counterbalance the material loss....