Building Green With LEED
What is LEED Certification? According to the USGBC, buildings in the United States are responsible for consuming a significant portion of…
LEED Legislation & Requirements
LEED Legislation throughout the U.S. In just over ten years since its inception, the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) Leadership…
Green Building – Sustainable Benefits
A new segment of the home buying population that has become increasingly frustrated with maintaining an older home are looking…
Custom Building a Green Home
Considering building a new custom home? Today’s new homes can easily incorporate green features that will not only make a…
Sustainability of Small Efficient Homes
Big model homes have been sitting unsold, building permits for new homes has slowed significantly, new home builders have very…
Passive House in Portland: A Green Building Strategy To Achieve City’s Climate Goals
The recent boom in Passive House technology is beginning to make Portland, Oregon’s ambitious carbon emissions reduction goals a lot…
Going Green – Construction, Which the Environment Loves!
Sustainable building, green building, green construction or simply “going green” is a concept about eco-friendly construction. It involves the application…
Builder Embraces Northwest Tribal Folklore
Native Americans once populated the coastlines of the Pacific Northwest. Their tribal folklore and art pay special reverence to the…
Consumer Attitudes About Green Building
Consumer interest in green building exploded in 2007, and it’s still growing. Thanks to extensive media coverage, an increasing number…
Green Building – The Challenges Towards Widespread Acceptance By Home Builders
Energy savings, higher productivity and less waste. These are but a few of the many attributes towards implementing green building…