Carolyn Feinstein | November 13, 2020
Net Zero Energy Building
Explore Net Zero Energy Building (NZEB) practices to responsibly produce a building's energy needs through renewable sources while complimenting additional green building practices, like passive house design.
Carolyn Feinstein | November 13, 2020
Net Zero Energy Building
Explore Net Zero Energy Building (NZEB) practices to responsibly produce a building's energy needs through renewable sources while complimenting additional green building practices, like passive house design.
Green Building
Carolyn Feinstein | July 24, 2020
The Dangers of OSB
July 24, 2020
Virginia firefighters will no longer be exposed to the harmful chemicals in OSB during training, yet these dangerous carcinogens remain in the walls of your house. Learn how to protect yourself and your family.
Carolyn Feinstein | July 13, 2020
Dutch Pavilion - Solar Art
July 13, 2020
Marjan van Aubel's wants to change our relationship with solar energy. Her design for flexible, tinted solar panels for the Dutch Biotope Pavilion, have proven once again that innovation can be beautiful.
Carolyn Feinstein | July 03, 2020
Cement Just Got A Makeover
July 03, 2020
Cement is vital to our way of life, but producing it causes millions of tons of CO2 emissions every year. A new standard from the ASTM has clarified how we can reduce those emissions and make a stronger concrete.
Carolyn Feinstein | July 01, 2020
Passive House Design
July 01, 2020
Unlike other green building approaches, passive houses aim to reduce environmental impact using energy conservation. So forget that giant furnace and talk to your architect about a passive design.
Carolyn Feinstein | June 17, 2020
Indiana's Mega Solar Park
June 17, 2020
Solar energy production is being embraced on a large scale by developers in Indiana, with their largest solar farm set to be operational in 2022
Carolyn Feinstein | June 12, 2020
Low Maintenance Xeriscape
June 12, 2020
Xeriscapes are low, not no, maintenance landscapes. Proper maintenance of your xeriscaped yard is simple, but will get even easier over time.
Carolyn Feinstein | June 11, 2020
Xeriscaping - Turf War
June 11, 2020
Of the over 9,000 species of turfgrass in the world, few are suited for a drought-tolerant xeriscape. Explore the different options to determine which one is appropriate for your landscape.
Carolyn Feinstein | June 10, 2020
Xeriscaping - Mulch
June 10, 2020
There are a wide variety of organic and inorganic mulches available to finish off your xeriscape that function as protection, evaporation barriers, and focal points.
Carolyn Feinstein | June 09, 2020
Xeriscaping - Plant Zones
June 09, 2020
Determining plant zones, depending on the sunlight, irrigation, and wind requirements for each type of plant, will help you design your optimal xeriscape and conserve natural resources
Carolyn Feinstein | June 08, 2020
Irrigating Your Xeriscape
June 08, 2020
The right irrigation system for your xeriscape will help conserve water, minimize maintenance, and provide just the right amount of water to your plants.
Carolyn Feinstein | June 08, 2020
The Dirt On Xeriscaping
June 08, 2020
Plant-specific soil is vital to the health of the plants that adorn your xeriscaping. Assessment, amendment, and plant selection are vital to success.
Carolyn Feinstein | June 05, 2020
Planning Your Xeriscaped Dream
June 05, 2020
Don't just landscape - xeriscape. We take a close look at the first principle of xeriscape - planning and design, to give you the tools to layout your perfect yard, save water, and get rid of your lawnmower.
Carolyn Feinstein | May 27, 2020
BoKlok - Home In A Box
May 27, 2020
BoKlok, the joint venture of IKEA and Skanska, is expanding into the UK market with their prefab homes featuring open floor plans, built with a focus on quality, sustainability and affordability.
Carolyn Feinstein | May 26, 2020
Vancouver's Green Fire Hall
May 26, 2020
The new Fire Hall 17 is a testament to Vancouver's dedication to addressing climate change and environmentally conscious building practices. This firehouse is the first to meet Zero Carbon Building design standards.
Carolyn Feinstein | May 22, 2020
SYNLawn Artificial Grass
May 22, 2020
SYNLawn has developed an environmentally-friendly alternative to mowing and watering your grass with long lasting, natural looking synthetic grass that feels cool and natural between your toes.
Carolyn Feinstein | July 24, 2020
OSB Banned From Firefighter Training
July 24, 2020
Virginia firefighters will no longer be exposed to the harmful chemicals in OSB during training, yet these dangerous carcinogens remain in the walls of your house. Learn how to protect yourself and your family.
Carolyn Feinstein | July 13, 2020
Dutch Biotope Pavilion - Solar Art
July 13, 2020
Marjan van Aubel's wants to change our relationship with solar energy. Her design for flexible, tinted solar panels for the Dutch Biotope Pavilion, have proven once again that innovation can be beautiful.
Carolyn Feinstein | July 03, 2020
Cement Just Got A Makeover
July 03, 2020
Cement is vital to our way of life, but producing it causes millions of tons of CO2 emissions every year. A new standard from the ASTM has clarified how we can reduce those emissions and make a stronger concrete.
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