These buildings can come in any shape or size, so long as their design embodies more than just a greenwashed buzzword ...

Three thought leaders discuss how sustainable construction can address the housing shortage while also tackling the sector’s impact on climate change. Laying the foundations for a more sustainable ...

Factories are leading the future of construction with robotics, automation, and modular assembly, reducing labor and waste on-site Low-carbon materials are becoming standard, requiring contractors to ...

Holcim has launched the Holcim Sustainable Construction Academy, an open-access online training program on circular, energy-efficient, low-carbon and regenerative design concepts. Developed by Holcim ...

Sustainable building assessment and rating systems provide a structured framework for evaluating the environmental, social and economic performance of buildings throughout their lifecycle. These ...

The construction industry is at a crossroads, and it urgently needs to shift towards more sustainable practices. As one of the largest consumers of global resources and a significant contributor to ...

According to a March 2024 report from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from building operations and construction soared to their highest points ever in ...

To limit the effects of climate change, sustainable construction practices are essential. And even though the current White House administration is pushing back against policies that curb carbon ...

An advanced form of liquefied stabilized soil (LLS), known as high-flowability liquefied stabilized soil (HFLSS) has been developed from construction sludge. It exhibits superior mechanical properties ...

AUGUSTA, Ga. — T2Earth, a sustainable building materials company, announces the launch of OnWood Plywood, an eco-friendly fire-retardant treated wood (FRTW). Made without toxic chemicals, OnWood ...

In keeping with Northwestern University’s commitment to be a national leader in sustainability to establish the University standard for incorporation of sustainable practices into the process of ...