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Some of the “coolest” houses on the planet….literally!
Today I'm kicking of a series of some of the "coolest" green building projects on this planet. The DGBA Green Building Video Collection. document.getElementById(“post-1602-blankimage”).onload();
Formaldehyde Legislation Could Improve Industry
A coalition of sponsors introduced an emission standards bill in early September on Capitol Hill. Broadly based on the California Air Resources Board’s CARB rule that began last January, this legislation would mandate a reduction in formaldehyde levels in composite wood products–particle board, plywood, and medium density fiberboard. The EPA says urea-formaldehyde can be toxic, allergenic, and carcinogenic. [...]
CORIM Says Wood Products Reduce Global Warming
The Consortium for Research on Renewable Industrial Materials (CORRIM) at the University of Washington conducted a study on the environmental impact of lumber production. They have interesting findings that might shock you regarding the sustainablility of wood. Wood is among the most energy-efficient and environmentally friendly of all building materials. Wood buildings are readily adapted and are a renewable [...]
Efficient Door Tax Credit for Existing & New Homes
Take advantage of the tax credit available for purchasing a qualified energy-efficient exterior door or window by December 31, 2010. In short, the door must meet a U Factor and SHGC rating of 0.30. Congress raised the per-item credit to 30 percent of the cost up to $1,500. They also extended the deadline for making the improvements through the end of 2010. If [...]
Re-Claimed Timbers & Hardwoods
Only the elements of nature can craft the beauty of vintage wood. Skilled craftsmen transform reclaimed timbers into flooring and siding unequaled in beauty and quality. Urbanwoods Company represents reclaimed lumber mills from across the country bringing the rustic rural and industrial uniqueness to the urban setting. Sustainable building practices continue to surge and are [...]
Outside the Box, Inside the Forest
Looking for a great product that also helps the environment? You must be thinking wood. No? Well maybe you should. Being green doesn’t mean you have to build a cold ultra modern house. One of BMC’s sheetgood vendors, Sierra Pacific, points out common misconceptions about the resourcefulness of wood. Trees provide the only 100% renewable, recyclable, reusable, [...]
Was your Green Product Distributed Green?
Consider full chain of custody when designing green. No matter what lengths the manufacturer takes to produce an earth friendly product, the many hands of custody can be just as crucial. Fancy certifications can be useless when they travel halfway across the world or are shipped to a high-exposure distributor. The residential construction industry in Dallas [...]
