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Biobased Materials: Not Always Greener

Biobased Materials: Not Always Greener

We tend to think of biobased materials as inherently greener—but even “natural” and “rapidly renewable” materials can carry big...
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Mixed News for Birds, Wind Farms, and Buildings

Some conservation groups snipe about whether wind power is acceptable, while others take their complaints about glass buildings to court.
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Equity, Community Featured in AIA–COTE Top Ten for 2012

This year’s AIA–COTE Top Ten winners include a number of adaptive reuse projects and highlight community ties, social equity, and...
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Why’s That on the Red List?

Erica J Stewart says, “Let's not forget that the isocyanates used in polyurethane foam installation are potent sensitizers and pose a significant hazard to...” More...


The Chemicals on Our Carpets and Textiles

Mikhail Davis says, “Being as my attempts to be humorous in my previous comment failed so miserably, I will stop now and apologize...” More...


Constructed Wetlands for Wastewater

Douglas Page says, “Interesting concept of replicating the natural process of waste water treatment. Interesting to reflect on what kind of recognized...” More...


Doing Daylighting Right

Paula Melton says, “That's heartening to hear, Mara. Thanks for offering a counterpoint to many anecdotes we've heard that say the opposite. I...” More...

Mara Baum says, “I read this article last week shortly before a great opportunity to visit the Seattle Central Library on a very...” More...