When conversing with customers on their new home builds I will often receive the comment, “We would like to build our new home utilizing GREEN building methods as much as…
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Green building, also known as sustainable building or eco-friendly construction, is a growing trend in the construction industry. From design and construction to operation and maintenance, green buildings aim to reduce their overall impact on the environment. By incorporating features such as energy-efficient systems, sustainable materials, and water conservation techniques, green buildings not only benefit the environment but also provide healthier indoor spaces for occupants. In this blog, we will explore the importance of green building practices and how they are shaping the future of construction.
Heat Flow through Buildings
There are three principal mechanisms of heat transfer through materials, components and assemblies which make up the building enclosure; Conduction: Is the transfer of energy through a material and between…
Continue ReadingCan You Build A Safe, Sustainable Skyscraper Out Of Wood?
Via Climate Progress By ANDREW BREINER North America’s tallest modern all-wood building is nearing completion in Prince George, British Columbia, but it might not hold that high rank for long.…
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We’d like to share an article from BC Wood’s newsletter about the health benefits of wood. BC Wood: – As the health benefits of wood become better understood, there is the…
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