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Building Efficiency Case Study: Goldman Sachs

October 12, 2010

Architect Cesar Pelli designed a nearly 800-foot–tall (240-meter-tall) tower that balances environmental responsibility, resource effi ciency, occupant comfort and well-being, and community sensitivity. Enjoyed this article?More information on Go Green Tips!

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Bowden Centre – 3D Model

October 11, 2010

The Bowden Centre is a new educational facility at Mt Annan Botanic Garden, NSW, designed by Kennedy Associates Architects for the NSW Botanic Gardens Trust. Construction was completed in February 2007. The building is primarily intended as an education facility and as such was required to demonstrate best practice in sustainable design to meet the […]

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The GreenHouse Project

October 10, 2010

In the inner-city of Johannesburg, The GreenHouse Project is turning one urban park into a seedbed for sustainable communities. The program takes a holistic approach to the city’s challenges, integrating green building and design, efficient and renewable energy, recycling, organic farming and nutrition. Enjoyed this article?More information on Go Green Tips!

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Rotman School of Management: New Building Fly-Through

October 9, 2010

The Rotman School of Management at the University of Toronto is expanding. Construction is currently underway on a new ‘green’ building, which will be integrated with the current School on St. George Street in downtown Toronto. For details, www.rotman.utoronto.ca/expansion Enjoyed this article?More information on Go Green Tips!

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How Does LOW-E Reflective Insulation Work?

October 8, 2010

LOW-E Reflective Insulation products are manufactured by using both post-consumer and new materials, and can be incorporated throughout all facets of the building industry. Find out how it works by watching the video or visiting www.lowereflectiveinsulation.com. Enjoyed this article?More information on Go Green Tips!

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Building Blocks: Neighborhood Housing Revitalization in Durham, North Carolina (part 2 of 2)

October 7, 2010

(part 2 of 2) An introduction to successful housing revitalization in six neighborhoods in southwest central Durham. The project is a collaboration between the neighborhoods and local nonprofit developers, including Habitat for Humanity, Self-Help, Durham Community Land Trustees, SWCD Quality of Life Project, with support from Duke University. Enjoyed this article?More information on Go Green […]

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BPI Certification & BPI Training Overview

October 6, 2010

Click to Learn More: www.everblueenergy.com – Learn about BPI certification and BPI training and how you can join one of the fastest growing industries today. Looking for a new career? BPI offers excellent opportunities for weatherization professionals, HVAC professionals, HERS raters, general contractors, home builders, engineers, and architects. Register for a class today! Enjoyed this […]

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October 5, 2010

www.smartblockplus.com Innovative technology construction of Science & Emerging Technologies: Application of building energy saving EPS SMARTBLOCKPLUS ICF FAST AS LEGO THE CONSTRUCTION OF INSULATION FOR A QUICK AND ECONOMIC POSES. 13 Reasons to choose; The innovative system constructive formwork of polystyrene foam blocks thermal acoustic “to lose” EPS SmartBlockPlus or. 1 – Large possibility of […]

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Fishing in the Phoenix Earthship

October 4, 2010

earthship.com Fishing inside the Phoenix Earthship near Taos, NM. Harvesting herbs from the garden. A little time on the stove and we have a great lunch… All food (except the salt) is from the Phoenix Earthship. Even the water is caught on the roof and filtered to be potable. Enjoyed this article?More information on Go […]

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Building and Sustaining Education in Haiti with help from Ecofra

October 3, 2010

Documentary of building schools in Haiti with the design and construction help from Ecofra. www.ecofra.com Enjoyed this article?More information on Go Green Tips!

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Exterior Spray Foam Insulation & Stucco

October 2, 2010

For more information visit: www.sprayfoamstucco.com or call 1-866-55-SHAVE Join us in welcoming the ETICS revolution. By using our Exterior Thermal Insulated Continuous Surface to wrap the outside of buildings, we have created a seamless, exterior building finishing system with no rival in the industry. Our patented system of application, surface preparation and flattening (planning) allows […]

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