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.
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Cost-Competitive LED Outdoor Area Lighting Is Here
June 29, 2014Product Review
Cree’s high-performing LED technology plus an improved manufacturing process create the low-cost OSQ Area LED for parking, roads, and other uses.
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Stormwater Biofiltration That’s Also Smaller and Cheaper
June 29, 2014Product Review
Maximizing principles of low-impact development, FocalPoint offers biological stormwater treatment for streetscapes, parking lots, and other tight spaces.
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Polyiso Insulation Without Halogenated Flame Retardant
June 23, 2014Product Review
Johns Manville introduces a premium polyisocyanurate foam insulation that is free of toxic halogenated flame retardants.
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Tests Verify Airtightness of Spray-Foam Alternatives
June 1, 2014Product Review
With attention to installation quality, Knauf’s EcoSeal and Owens Corning’s EnergyComplete demonstrate that they can create air barriers and reduce use of SPF.
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Insulating Exterior Plaster Achieves R-5 Per Inch
May 5, 2014Product Review
A new exterior plaster made in Switzerland with silica aerogel could replace spray-foam in tricky retrofit applications.
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Benjamin Moore Natura Adds Mystery Biobased Content
May 5, 2014Product Review
Natura Renew uses 40% biobased-content resins, but the company says it doesn't know the source, making it difficult to judge environmental performance.
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Choosing the Right Hygrothermal Modeling Tool
April 2, 2014Product Review
From the free hygIRC software to an expanding suite of WUFI applications, the hygrothermal modeling world has many options to offer.
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Biobased Interior Panels from Drought-Resistant Sorghum
April 2, 2014Product Review
DurahStyle architectural panels are made in the U.S. from rapidly renewable, drought-resistant sorghum and formaldehyde-free MDI resins.
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Glare? Overheating? Dim Sun with Thermochromic Glazing
March 3, 2014Product Review
Ravenbrick and Suntuitive offer glazing that tints under direct sunlight without electricity.
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Passive House Windows and Doors Continue to Wow
February 3, 2014Product Review
Exciting new doors and windows featuring cork, composites, and low U-factors have come to U.S. markets.
