OVERVIEW
Looking for information on the latest and greatest green building products? Look no further. These resources provide in-depth analysis of industry-leading products that are changing how we design and build.
You will learn about products that:
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promote material transparency
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tighten the building envelope
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save water and energy
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avoid chemicals of concern
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enhance productivity
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improve lighting
And just as significantly, the articles provide context, describing the status quo in the industry and why these products are important.
Not all of these products end up on Top 10 lists, however. In fact, some are exposed as greenwashing poseurs.
IN-DEPTH
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BuildingGreen Announces Top 10 Products for 2020
Product Review
These innovative products reduce carbon emissions’ impacts and include energy-saving windows and insulation, plus low-carbon pavers, gypsum, and MDF.
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Pavers That Use Low-Carbon Cement
Product Review
EP Henry pavers are the first products to use Solidia, which has a smaller carbon footprint than ordinary Portland cement.
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Liquid Linoleum: Seamless Natural Flooring
Product Review
Linoleum’s natural ingredients often make it the best resilient flooring option. Corques Liquid Linoleum is a fluid-applied version for seamless applications.
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The BuildingGreen Guide to Insulation
PDF Report
The BuildingGreen Guide to Insulation provides detailed guidance on insulation products and practices, including cost comparisons and detailed recommendations on what insulation to use, and what to avoid.
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An Adjustable Cladding System with Thermal Breaks
Product Review
CL-Talon provides a cladding system that can incorporate up to ten inches of insulation and comes with thermal breaks and easy-to-adjust framing.
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Drywall That Lowers Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Product Review
USG’s EcoSmart gypsum panels make it easier to lower a building’s overall carbon footprint while saving water as well.
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Electrical Vehicle Chargers: Keeping Up with Technology
Product Review
EV charging stations are becoming mainstream, but the technology interface and installation are still developing.
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A More Sustainable Fluorinated PVDF Metal Coating
Product Review
With the PVDF coating Fluropon Pure, “fluorinated” does not necessarily mean persistent, bioaccumulative, and toxic.
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A New Foam-Free Sub-Slab Insulation
Product Review
Foam glass aggregate made from post-consumer recycled glass bottles can replace both foam insulation and aggregate below grade
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Blue Roofs: Smart Stormwater Systems
Product Review
Hanging Gardens’ “smart” blue-roof system stores water on roofs, monitoring weather and local stormwater to more effectively manage runoff
