Rather than Zero Energy Buildings, we should pursue Zero Emissions Buildings. In addition to energy efficiency, we need buildings that eliminate the need for on-site fossil fuel use and only use zero emissions electricity.
“Green” Claims - Understanding Benefits & Risk in the U.S. | PFAS - A Checklist for Assessing Potential Risks
June 20, 2025
Those participating in the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Virtual Summer Summit gained several helpful legal insights in the sustainability realm, courtesy of experts from Keller and Heckman Law Firm.
Stantec and project partners celebrate milestone for this multifunctional community hub in Kelowna
June 16, 2025
The City of Kelowna recently celebrated the groundbreaking of the Parkinson Recreation Centre (PRC) redevelopment project, part of the Building a Stronger Kelowna initiative.
Will also cover products, quality control, and more
June 9, 2025
The robust schedule for the FGIA Virtual Summer Summit will focus on sustainability efforts in the industry, product evolution over time, how to improve through quality control, the importance of installation and an update on the state of the industry.
We recently spoke with Tony McConnell from RAMSA (Robert A.M. Stern Architects) about designing traditional buildings with stone facades using architectural precast systems.
HKP Architects sets a new standard for sustainable architecture in a small Washington State community
June 3, 2025
Designed by local firm HKP Architects, the new public library, parking garage, and community center are all electric and house the largest public EV charging station in the country.
The regionalized EPDs support the precast concrete industry's commitment to sustainability and transparency
May 29, 2025
PCI announced the release of the 2025 PCI Regionalized Industry Average Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for Architectural, Insulated, and Structural precast concrete products.
The recent ratification of LEED v5 underscores the emerging priority of decarbonization by sustainable design leaders as it one of the new version's three impact areas along with quality of life and ecological conservation and restoration.
Awardees include CEC Commissioner Nancy Skinner, SFO, Sonoma County Sup. Lynda Hopkins, CalPortland, Rockwool & CalWEP
May 22, 2025
The U.S. Green Building Council California (USGBC California) will today present the Product & Civic Leadership Awards at its 24th Annual California Green Building Conference,being held for the first time in San Francisco.