Design Strategies
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Design Strategies
Deep Dives
Get up to speed on complex topics. You can also earn CEUs and download PDF Spotlight Reports.
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Boost Happiness and Save Energy with Adaptive Thermal Comfort
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Adaptive thermal comfort is an emerging practice designed to save energy while keeping occupants more satisfied.
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Native Landscaping for Biodiversity
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Removal of invasive plants and support of native plantings are critically important for maintaining healthy ecosystems.
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Is Using Smart Glass Smart?
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Electrochromic glazing holds the promise of less glare and better energy efficiency with fewer attachments. The reality is much more complicated.
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How to Access the Full Power of Biophilia
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People wither physically and mentally without nature. Biophilic design is a remedy and a foundation for regenerative design all at the same time.
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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Green Buildings Should Bounce Back, Says Resilience Report
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Does climate adaptation mean we're giving up the fight against global warming? No, says USGBC: resilience and green building go hand in hand.
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New Report Helps Leverage the Overlap between WELL and LEED
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IWBI’s new guidance reduces documentation for projects pursuing dual certification.
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Case Study: Structure Tone Headquarters, New York, NY
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Well-being at Work: The first WELL-certified project in New York City supports employee health and promotes collaboration.
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Two for One: Growing Food and Solar Energy Together
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As more projects are plugging into off-site solar, dual-use installations are gaining favor to minimize adverse impact.
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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