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AbstractClimate change and growing energy demands have put maintainability in the limelight for the long-term performance of green building envelopes, especially for warm-humid regions with intense weathering. This study proposed…
AbstractCritical decisions about whether and how to integrate sustainability measures into the life cycle activities of green buildings are made in the early architectural design phase. To this end, researchers…
What is LEED Certification? According to the USGBC, buildings in the United States are responsible for consuming a significant portion of our total electricity use at 72%. Buildings also use 39%…
LEED Legislation throughout the U.S. In just over ten years since its inception, the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building certification program…
A new segment of the home buying population that has become increasingly frustrated with maintaining an older home are looking to re-establish themselves within an amenity rich urban neighborhood, wanting,…
Considering building a new custom home? Today’s new homes can easily incorporate green features that will not only make a difference in your comfort level but reduce the cost to…
Big model homes have been sitting unsold, building permits for new homes has slowed significantly, new home builders have very little work if any at all, employees and sub-contractors who…
The recent boom in Passive House technology is beginning to make Portland, Oregon’s ambitious carbon emissions reduction goals a lot more doable. Portland has long been recognized as a national…
Sustainable building, green building, green construction or simply “going green” is a concept about eco-friendly construction. It involves the application of practices and technologies that are environmental friendly, right from…
Native Americans once populated the coastlines of the Pacific Northwest. Their tribal folklore and art pay special reverence to the once abundant natural resources of this unique region. The Salmon…