Green Building Discussions

Please join us in an e-mail list discussion of green building issues, ideas, and solutions. Environmental Building News co-sponsors two lists, one for issues that arise in building single-family dwellings, and one for larger buildings. Follow the links below for details about joining the list of interest to you. We look forward to your participation!

Green Building Discussion

Green Building is a forum for anyone interested in green building issues. The intent of this forum is to discuss and promote green building principles and practices on projects of all types..

Big Green Discussion

Big Green is a forum for the exchange of information and ideas specific to building types other than single-family houses, with a particular focus on large buildings.


Green Building Resources

Resources on Green Building from Marc Rosenbaum
Marc Rosenbaum, P.E. is a designer, engineer, and builder of environmentally sound buildings. He has provided us with several articles and memos on specific aspects of sustainable design.

Furnace-Free House Discussion
Donella Meadows, Amory Lovins, and Marc Rosenbaum have generously agreed to share their discussion about the attempt to build a furnace-free house in Vermont.

Best Sustainable Indoor Air Quality Practices In Commercial Buildings
This article by IAQ expert Hal Levin was referenced in several messages, linking air quality objectives with broader environmental criteria for building design, construction, and operation.

The Dangers of Secondary Mold Growth Caused by Improper Remediation of Flooded Buildings
This article by R. David Bierman, REA, discusses the hazards of improper remediation from flood damamge.