Recently, I was researching into volatile organic compound (VOC) levels for epoxy coatings to meet Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Healthcare requirements. I was well aware of the different levels of familiarity...
Tag: Sustainability
Moving forward with sustainable concrete building
(10/16/2014)
The focus on sustainability continues to grow within the construction industry. However, one of the greatest global concerns is the uncertainty of natural resources.
Located just north of Toronto, the Earth Rangers Centre (ERC) is a smart, green building that continues to adopt new technologies and strategies to meet its financial and sustainability goals. It was designed 15...
In London, Ont., a multi-residential apartment building built in 1970 was beginning to show significant signs of wear and tear on its exterior clay through-the-wall (TTW) brick, and owners had to develop a plan....
Turning retrofits into success stories with IMPs
(07/09/2014)
Driven by the principles of high-performance energy (HPE) buildings through government, energy codes, and the green building movement, building energy designs across Canada and around the world strive to improve. The increasing focus on...
Sustainable projects sought in Manitoba
(06/30/2014)
Nominations are now open for the 2014 Excellence in Sustainability Awards presented by the Manitoba Round Table for Sustainable Development.
The program began in 2008 in an effort to highlight the positive impact of design...
Sustainable Roofs: What does “green” really mean?
(05/29/2014)
Over the past decade, the North American construction industry has embraced sustainability in construction and building operation as environmental impacts have gained the attention of building operators, code-development organizations, and the general public.
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