The smart buildings dilemma: Redevelop or start fresh?

Adding technology to an older structure can make the building more efficient and boost occupant productivity, but new construction may be a better option.

By Chris Teale • May 30, 2018

Microsoft, PCL Construction to develop cloud-based smart building solution

Microsoft claims its cloud and Internet of Things technologies will increase operating efficiency and lower costs.

By Kathleen Brown • May 9, 2018

Cities are 3-D printing their way to more sustainable futures

The disruptive, fascinating technology could revolutionize the construction industry and make cities' infrastructure more resilient and affordable.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 11, 2018

The case for constructing resource-efficient buildings

Andy Feth of C.W. Driver Companies writes that a holistic approach to building offers competitive advantages and long-term cost savings.

By Andy Feth • April 10, 2018

Zero-energy buildings see big boost

Solar panels, efficient heat pumps, radiant cooling systems and techniques that improve building envelopes all contribute to green building's continuing rise.

By Laurie Cowin • March 14, 2018

Report: Global construction waste will almost double by 2025

Lack of global recycling standards is one hurdle the construction waste market faces in its efforts to reduce the amount of material that ends up in landfills.

By Kim Slowey • March 13, 2018

5 tips for winning a LEED project

Green Badger founder and CEO Tommy Linstroth discusses how firms can set their LEED project proposals apart from the competition.

By Tommy Linstroth • Feb. 28, 2018

Report: Cities of all sizes can achieve sustainable energy solutions

The NRG report found that leading cities shared four main tactics in their efforts to boost sustainable energy: dedicated staff resources, employing unique assets, finding funding and accessing expertise.

By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 27, 2018

Massachusetts tops list of top 10 states for LEED

This is the second-straight year that Massachusetts led the U.S. Green Building Council's rankings.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 1, 2018

Report: Resilient design saves an average of $6 for every $1 spent

Building more resilient structures and those that surpass minimum building code requirements could create as many as 87,000 new jobs.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 19, 2018

Green Building Initiative buys global rights to Green Globes rating system

The deal allows nonprofit GBI to expand the sustainability rating system for commercial and multifamily buildings worldwide.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 17, 2018

This rock-like aggregate is made from recycled post-consumer glass

Foamed glass aggregate weighs 85% less than stone, has insulating qualities and can be used for road building and bridge abutments.

By Laurie Cowin • Dec. 13, 2017

Wings, sports, and sustainable construction

A Buffalo Wild Wings in Michigan set out to build a sustainable facility from top to bottom, which helped their bottom line.

Dec. 12, 2017

Can 3-D printing boost turbine tower heights?

RCAM Technologies won a $1.25 million grant to develop and test 3-D printing technology so that ultra-tall concrete turbine towers can be made onsite.

By Laurie Cowin • Dec. 6, 2017

Building with recycled materials could reduce carbon footprint

Steel, concrete and other building materials production releases more carbon pollution than each car, minivan and truck on the planet combined.

By Laurie Cowin • Nov. 29, 2017

CA bill would require state contractors to use low-carbon construction materials

Contractors bidding on state projects would have to prove that the materials they're using are produced at or below average greenhouse gas emissions.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 16, 2017

USGBC adopts RELi resiliency standard

RELi gives projects points in several resiliency categories, including adaptive design for extreme weather and associated hazards.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 13, 2017

The future of wind farms

The force behind the proliferation of wind farms could lose momentum, depending on how the next tax reform bill addresses energy tax credits.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 9, 2017

Report: International sustainable materials market to reach $187B by 2026

The increased use of green materials is being driven by trades such as insulation, roofing, framing, exterior siding and interior finishes across most sectors.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 25, 2017

Using LEED in transportation projects can lead to savings

In addition to better overall cost-savings, LEED-certified buildings see a higher return on investment, according to a U.S. Green Building Council report.

By Laurie Cowin • Oct. 20, 2017

Denver mayor resists green roof measure

If passed, the legislation would require new buildings of 25,000 square feet or more be outfitted with at least 20% green roof and/or sustainable features.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 16, 2017

Arizona State University's new science building will conserve energy, water and carbon

Phoenix-based architecture firm Studio Ma designed the net-zero energy building, which will feature an air-purifying atrium biome.

By Laurie Cowin • Oct. 11, 2017

Chicago breaks ground on elevated pedestrian trail

An adaptive reuse project, 312 RiverRun will connect the city's northern neighborhoods to downtown via a 2-mile trail.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 10, 2017

Bloomberg's new European HQ gets high marks for sustainability

It achieved the highest-ever BREEAM design-stage score for an office project, making it one of the most sustainable buildings of its type in the world.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 9, 2017

MIT researchers are testing new concrete mixes

Their goal is to determine how locally sourced additives can impact the material's strength in a way that can inform product specification on full-scale projects.

By Hallie Busta • Oct. 4, 2017