Polystyrene Chemicals Widespread
Polystyrene chemicals may be more widespread than most people think.
Environmental Building News—October 1, 2009
Changing Practices
A reader reports on changing his building practices with inspiration from Environmental Building News.
Environmental Building News—October 1, 2009
Rethinking Polystyrene Insulation
We should avoid using polystyrene made with the flame retardant HBCD in our buildings, using rigid mineral wool, polyurethane, cellulose, or other alternatives instead.
Environmental Building News—August 1, 2009
R-etro Leaves Some Gaps Unfilled
Reader Paul Eldrenkamp argues that although the R-etro foam insulation system makes installation easy, it doesn't make tricky detailing any easier.
Environmental Building News—August 1, 2009
BuildingGreen Launches LEEDuser
LEEDuser, BuildingGreen's new online resource, provides tips, strategies, and a documentation toolkit for project teams pursuing LEED certification.
Environmental Building News—July 1, 2009
Defining the Goal
A series of deceptively simple challenges have attempted to clarify what "green" building is, but have failed to set truly measurable goals.
Environmental Building News—June 1, 2009
Save the Icing for Last
Before considering high-profile features such as wind turbines and photovoltaic arrays, we should focus on the basics of green building.
Environmental Building News—May 1, 2009
Remembering Greg Franta
Greg Franta, FAIA, not only inspired green builders, he made them laugh.
Environmental Building News—April 1, 2009
Remembering Gail Lindsey
With Gail Lindsey's recent passing, the green building industry has lost a passionate and inspired member.
Environmental Building News—March 1, 2009
Technology Just One Piece
Designer Chris Hammer suggests that green builders would do well to focus more on behavior and less on technology to conserve energy.
Environmental Building News—March 1, 2009
