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Design Process
Deep Dives
Get up to speed on complex topics. You can also earn CEUs and download PDF Spotlight Reports.
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Passive House on Campus: Eight Exemplary Projects
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Passive House has energy, carbon, and comfort benefits for higher ed. But getting the details right isn’t easy.
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The Potential of Prefab: How Modular Construction Can Be Green
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Offsite modular construction not only cuts costs and construction times but also benefits people and the planet.
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Re-forming the Building Industry: Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
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People from marginalized communities are shockingly underrepresented in the U.S. building industry. It’s past time to change that.
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Equity in Design and Construction: Seven Case Studies
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From an affordable multifamily building to an iconic museum, these projects are designed and built to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion
Quick Takes
Jump straight to the essentials with these short explanations of green building concepts.
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Product Guidance
Unbiased information from our product experts helps you separate green from greenwash.
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In The News
We break news down to the essentials and provide expert analysis.
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LEED Projects Doubled in 2008
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LEED numbers doubled in 2008 and the U.S. Green Building Council sees reason for optimism despite the economic downturn.
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U.S. On Track with HCFC Phaseout
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U.S. industries are looking for alternative foam blowing agents and refrigerants as they comply with the HCFC phaseout mandated by the Montreal Protocol.
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NAIOP Study Shows that Saving Energy Takes Know-How
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A study commissioned by NAIOP argues that the 30%50% energy savings called for by many organizations is not cost effective, but critics say the study is full of holes.
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Energy Simulation Packages Updated
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Leading BIM providers Autodesk and Bentley Systems have released new software bundles to solidify their energy modeling offerings: Autodesk providing feedback early in the design process and Bentley offering high-power tools for later analyses.
Perspective
Thought-provoking opinions from the most trusted minds in sustainability.
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Learning Resources
Syllabus supplements and CEU content, with automatic reporting for AIA and GBCI.
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Just For Fun
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