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Sustainability at Queen’s University in Canada

Natural Building

Sustainability Professor, Steven Moore, wants Queen’s University in Ontario Canada to be a moral and sustainable leader through their actions. Moore models sustainability through his own lifestyle, living in an earth-sheltered house in Tamworth, facing the Salmon River. Moore said Queen’s should create more gardens on campus.

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Are Basements a Good Idea?

Natural Building

I consider it one the most sustainable of all building practices, especially as we go forward with our changing climate. I don’t want to greenwash the idea, because in a North American context it’s nearly a guarantee that concrete, foam and toxic coatings are going to be used. The post Are Basements a Good Idea?

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Are Green Building Rating Systems Really Sustainable?

Natural Building

Professor Janis Birkeland is an honorary professor at the University of Melbourne who has taught sustainable planning and architecture at several universities. Previously, she worked as a planner, architect, and lawyer in San Francisco to gain insights into the impediments to sustainability. Is this really progress?

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Skilled labor shortage amplifies need to boost vocational education

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Ideas about how to correct the trend abound, including paying recruiting bonuses or offering non-cash incentives to workers. Below, we summarize the cause of today’s skilled worker shortage and join in calling for a more unified, sustainable way to strengthen the ranks of a workforce badly in need of reinforcement. The result?

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15 great ideas from the Under 40 Leadership Summit – Vote for your favorite!

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Architects Codes Concrete Technology Energy Efficient Roofing Sustainable Design and Construction Building Owner Legislation Sustainable Development Contractors Regulations Designers Roofing Technology Standards Engineers Education Facility Facility Managers Government Buildings Higher Education K-12 Schools Multifamily Housing Construction School (..)

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NAHB Chairman's Message: Proposal to Create Climate Risk Committee

Pro Builder

As far back as 2008, NAHB has supported policy that encourages energy efficiency, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and improves sustainability of the nation’s housing by focusing on market-driven strategies that encourage resource efficiency while preserving housing affordability. Resources for Sustainability and Disaster Recovery.

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The latest 'five in focus' healthcare interior design trends

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The latest 'five in focus' healthcare interior design trends 0 qpurcell Tue, 07/25/2023 - 09:45 Designers HMC Architects’ Five in Focus blog series explores the latest trends, ideas, and innovations shaping the future of healthcare design. Have a question for Sergio?

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