Buildings in the U.S. are responsible for about 40% of the country’s energy consumption. As a result, there has been a concerted effort to cut down on energy and water usage in buildings. But improving a building’s energy performance doesn’t just happen overnight. It takes commitment and requires clear objectives and suitable resources to assist […]
The movement for sustainability need not be confined to reducing paper waste at the office or recycling empty cans. Although these small steps offer a big contribution to the movement, sustainable construction is enabling homeowners and business owners to reduce their costs and positively impact the environment. Also known as “green building,” sustainable building applies […]
The world all around you is going eco-friendly. The term may befuddle you at first and make you question how the houses you’re currently living in could be dangerous for the environment. The answer lies in one word: energy. Everything you use and see is somehow a form of energy. The main objective of an […]