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  • Innovative Products and Technology from the Greenbuild Expo

    Feature Article

    Our product editors pick some winners from the expo floor at Greenbuild 2013 while raising questions about some materials.

  • New Concepts in LEED v4

    Feature Article

    Past versions of LEED have helped make FSC and other concepts practically household terms. Where is LEED v4 taking the green building conversation next?

  • Energy Reporting: It's the Law

    Feature Article

    As building owners comply with new laws to report energy use, the data may change the industry-and the act of reporting it already has.

  • Ten Strategies for Growth in a Recession

    Feature Article

    The economic collapse hit small and mid-sized design firms hard, but many with a green focus have adapted. We asked them to share their stories.

Quick Takes

Jump straight to the essentials with these short explanations of green building concepts.

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  • Post-Occupancy Evaluations: Ignorance Isn't Bliss

    Primer

    POEs tell you everything you ever wanted to know about your buildings. Don't be afraid to ask.

  • Why's That on the Red List?

    Primer

    Ever wonder why copper and Neoprene are flagged in some green building red lists and rating systems? Although they aren't the worst offenders, they're flagged for a good reason.

  • Standards for Standards: ISO and ANSI

    Primer

    ISO is an international standard-setting body that offers accreditation to certifying organizations and approves standards that meet certain criteria.

  • The Precautionary Principle

    Primer

    The precautionary principle employs "guilty until proven innocent" methodology, and suggests that we should avoid using questionable chemicals and materials until we know they're safe.

Product Guidance

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In The News

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Perspective

Thought-provoking opinions from the most trusted minds in sustainability.

Learning Resources

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