sustainable building

Component, Home July 8, 2019

Geothermal System Improves Facility Performance While Preserving Historic Character

With its soaring spires in the heart of Manhattan, St. Patrick’s Cathedral is among the world’s most iconic worship spaces, welcoming nearly 5 million visitors…

Industry News November 21, 2016

SBIC Appoints Jury for Beyond Green Awards

The National Institute of Building Sciences Sustainable Buildings Industry Council (SBIC) has announced the appointment of Illya Azaroff, Teresa Rainey and David Underwood to serve…

Industry News July 26, 2016

Administration of RoofPoint Rating System Transfers to Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress

The Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress announces the administration of RoofPoint has been transferred to the Alliance. RoofPoint is a voluntary, consensus-based green building rating…

Manufacturer News July 22, 2016

Dow Plans to Construct Extruded Polystyrene Manufacturing Facility

The Dow Chemical Company announces its plans to construct a manufacturing facility to be located in Burley, Idaho. The facility will be operated by Dow…

Products, Technology July 21, 2016

Wood Mill Uses Sawdust and Wood Chips for Bioenergy Production

The global consumption of energy keeps increasing, and the construction sector uses a significant share of global energy. The Metsä Wood mill in Lohja, Finland,…

Uponor offers a PEX purple pipe in sizes up to 2 inches for reclaimed water applications.

Plumbing, Products January 21, 2016

PEX Purple Pipe Is for Reclaimed Water Applications

To further meet the growing demand for sustainable building systems, Uponor North America (Uponor) offers a PEX purple pipe in sizes up to 2 inches…