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Here’s what we can learn from the IECC 2021 energy code, which includes the proposals for the code and setbacks

The building sector accounts for about 40% of global carbon emissions

The construction industry, like many others, stands on the edge of green transformation

As the building design and construction industry adopts a more holistic and comprehensive approach to assessing materials and resources for environmental impact, interest in life-cycle assessments has risen and the market has become saturated with transparency documentation such as EPDs.

More time at home means more time for reading and recommending books to others. Here’s a recommendation that came up in a chat with our Listening Lounge partners at Owens Corning

Knowing which waterproofing coverage to specify for a particular structure is more than just a science; it is an art form

When it comes to assessing the impact of low-impact development and green infrastructure practices, site development teams are frequently asked to determine the percentile of rainfall events that can be managed by the site development solution

Before being approved for a U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development multifamily loan, such as the HUD 223(f) loan, a borrower must have mortgage insurance

Buildings use different mixes of energy. The mixes may including electricity, natural gas, fuel oil, district steam, and other sources