Environmental Building News
Volume 18, Number 10 — October 2009
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Feature

Building for People: Integrating Social Justice into Green Design

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Social justice is already a part of green building. Making it a conscious part of the decision-making process, however, requires a new paradigm.

Letters

Polystyrene's Track Record
Steve Russell, of the American Chemistry Council, suggests that the hazards associated with polystyrene are being overblown.

Watch for Other Toxics
Two architects argue that some of the alternatives to polystyrene, such as polyurethane, come with their own hazards.

HBCD Isn’t the Only Problem
Tom Lent argues that we should be looking beyond HBCD when thinking about toxic chemicals.

Polystyrene Chemicals Widespread
Polystyrene chemicals may be more widespread than most people think.

Changing Practices
A reader reports on changing his building practices with inspiration from Environmental Building News.

What's Happening

USGBC Revising Forest Certification Benchmark for LEED
The U.S. Green Building Council has opened recent revisions to the LEED certified wood credit to public comment.

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Projects

Allowing for Growth, Going for Green: T.C. Williams High School
A new school in Virginia practices what it teaches—and earned LEED Gold because of it.

Product Review

Heat-Pump Water Heaters Ready for Prime Time
Heat-pump water heaters offer significantly greater water heating efficiency than conventional electric water heaters. EBN takes a look at three new products, along with two existing products and one that is expected out soon.

Mineral Wool Residential and Commercial Insulation
Mineral wool insulation offers a good alternative to foam-based insulation, with fewer hazardous chemicals.

BackPage Primer

Upgrade to LEED 2009?

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Projects currently registered under LEED-NC 2.2 can transfer to LEED 2009 before certifying. Should your project switch?

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