Beyond Green Certification: Impactful Sustainability Means Buildings That Last

When people talk about sustainable buildings, they often think of solar panels and similar energy-saving devices. These elements are significant, but they may not tell the whole story. Real sustainability lasts for decades, and it starts with creating buildings that…

Lou Farrell31 December 2025

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Breaking New Ground: Integrating Excavation Best Practices With Green Building Standards

Excavation is an important part of construction projects, but many don’t realize that it could violate green building standards if not managed properly. The choices made during this stage can affect soil health, water management, emissions, material use, and how…

Rose Morrison23 December 2025

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Designing for Deconstruction: How Architects Can Reduce Waste Before Shovels Hit Ground

The construction industry has long struggled to reduce waste, with construction and demolition (C&D) debris being a significant contributor to landfill overflow globally. Much of this accumulation stems from inadequate planning during the project's design stages. Although waste minimization has…

Lou Farrell22 December 2025

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The AI Catalyst: Driving Global Sustainability and Productivity in the Built Environment in 2025/2026

Making built environments more sustainable and productive is a significant contribution artificial intelligence (AI) has made to the world to date. Many of today’s environmental ills stem from human activities, as well as the hard infrastructure that supports them and…

Rose Morrison28 November 2025

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Conscious Control: Optimizing Manufacturing Facility Sustainability With Smart Building Management Systems

Manufacturing companies are prioritizing sustainability. Eco-friendly practices can both optimize resources and improve energy efficiency, but only if professional teams have the latest technology. Installing a building management system (BMS) can give company leaders more accurate data to improve their…

Rose Morrison25 November 2025

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Smart Building Infrastructure: Essential Practices for Net-Zero Construction

Construction has a significant impact on how cities use energy and materials on a daily basis. Delivering net-zero construction means treating structure, systems and data as one integrated system, rather than sprinkling in a few green add-ons. As the world…

Lou Farrell20 November 2025

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Reflecting on Greenbuild 2025: Global Voices, Shared Purpose

This year’s Greenbuild 2025 Conference once again reminded us why this community matters so much. Our team joined from different corners of the world — China, Hong Kong, the U.S., Europe, Cambodia — each bringing their unique perspective to the…

Olga Pleskatsevich14 November 2025

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More Than Insulation: Fiberglass’s Critical Role in Achieving Net-Zero Energy

Builders and architects actively seek materials to achieve net-zero energy in response to calls for climate change resilience. Fiberglass, in particular, is known for its outstanding thermal efficiency, recyclability and compatibility with the latest green technologies. Manufacturers and engineering specialists…

Lou Farrell12 November 2025

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Constructing Sustainable Spaces: How Building Automation Systems Optimize Performance and Occupant Well-Being

Sustainability in construction has evolved far beyond solar panels and recycling bins. Today, the conversation is about creating smart buildings that adapt and optimize themselves to minimize resource use and maximize comfort. These are living environments powered by Building Automation…

Rose Morrison11 November 2025

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Maintaining Living Architecture: Best Practices for Green Roof and Bioswale Management

Sustainable buildings have evolved to incorporate numerous features. Living architecture is characterized by its direct integration of nature into buildings. Green roofs and bioswales are two notable examples of living architecture known for their ability to manage stormwater. To keep…

Olga Pleskatsevich31 October 2025

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