Green Buildings
What are green buildings? Buildings that have been created structurally using processes that are environmentally friend and very resource-efficient. The entire process from design to construction, operation, maintenance, renovation and reconstruction is...
Experiment Uses Machine Learning to Identify U.S. Solar Panels
Last December, Stanford University scientists published a paper describing an experiment that used machine learning to locate nearly all U.S. solar panels. They hope the data will help them identify factors that promote solar energy and those that discourage it....
How to Make Your Home Healthier for You and for the Planet
Last December, the World Green Building Council published a guide outlining strategies to make homes healthier for people and for the planet. Here’s why these actions are important and what you can do to improve your home: What is the World Green Building Council?...
Top 3 Urban Design Trends for 2019
When it comes to architecture and city planning, trends and styles are always changing to suit the tastes of society. In a time where companies are becoming more aware of the needs of the environment, architects are taking up the challenge to create a greener and...
Top 3 Fastest Growing Careers in Green Construction
As we’ve said in previous blogs, the American construction industry is undergoing a green transformation, promoting a healthy planet and a booming economy. Let’s take a look at some of the highest-demand construction jobs that focus on green energy. #1: Water...
