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We dive into Harvard's 9 foundations of a healthy building.

VANCOUVER — British Columbians living in newer high-rise condos likely have a higher energy footprint than they might think, according to new data from B.C. Hydro. The Crown corporation compared . . .

Marc Mondor and Anna Rosenblum of evolveEA discuss how environments support human health - Health Check radio show on Green Buildings and Better Health.

Take a deep breath. Relax. Do that over and over. Feel your worries melt away. That is exactly what happened recently at Springfield Housing Authority’s Sullivan Apartments, where a dozen residents and friends participated in an hour-long seminar to practice a simple technique that chases stress away. ‘Stress Reduction,’ was brought to the Sullivan Community ...

Green buildings shouldn't just focus on protecting the planet. Protecting health should be a priority & GreenWizard can help.

Whether you are looking for small changes or radical rethinking, there are plenty of steps to take to green your buildings and better align your architectural practice with climate and environmenta…

At Hammer & Hand we understand that building – both new construction and renovation – can be a form of climate action. But what do we mean by “climate action”? Because climate change is driven primarily by the burning of fossil fuels, then climate action has to mean, ultimately, keeping coal, oil, and gas in... Read more »

One surprising way to get more people to bike ride is to provide thoughtful bike parking. Knowing that it's easy and secure to park your bike where ever you go makes it easier for people to rely on their bikes as transportation, not just for leisure activities.

Wildfire mitigation used to mean managing forests, but many now argue that it means managing people — convincing them to adhere to building codes that will save lives and maybe even whole towns.

Written by Fleming Voetmann, International Copper Association. Today, 36 percent of energy use and nearly 40 percent of the carbon emissions in the world come from buildings, according to the UN Global Status Report 2017. To achieve the climate goals agreed in Paris, we must accelerate adoption of smart buildings with energy-efficient technology—and go beyond …