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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For a Low-Maintenance Green Roof, Give Plants Better Soil
Product Review
Inventors of the WaterGrip growing medium say it supports near-miraculous growth—but do their claims hold as much water as their soil?
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New Ground-Source Heat Pumps Saving Energy and Dollars in Commercial Applications
Product Review
WaterFurnace’s CLW Chiller “geothermal” heat pump also uses excess heat and cooling within a building to provide energy-efficient HVAC.
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Silicone Air Barrier Offers Simple, Systematic Approach
Product Review
A whole-building air barrier system with a 15-year warranty is offered as a package from Dow Corning.
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Cost-Competitive LED Outdoor Area Lighting Is Here
Product 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
Product 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
Product 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
Product 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
Product 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
Product 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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Biobased Interior Panels from Drought-Resistant Sorghum
Product Review
DurahStyle architectural panels are made in the U.S. from rapidly renewable, drought-resistant sorghum and formaldehyde-free MDI resins.
