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Green Roof Educational Resource Launched by The American Society of Landscape Architects

The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) today announced the availability of The Roof is Growing!, an educational resource for middle-school students and teachers about green roofs and their environmental bene...

15 May 2008

Heated Driveways are a Safe and Energy Efficient Alternative to Shoveling Winter Snow

Summer and Fall are the best times of the year to install a heated driveway. Many homeowners still remember the harsh winter and want to be better prepared next year. With rising energy costs, Warmzone focuses on energy ...

15 May 2008

Miracle Truss Steel Buildings Help Save Money, Time and the Environment

Miracle Truss® is doing its part to fight inflation and increasing building costs by offering steel buildings as a sound economical solution for residences or businesses. In anticipation of the steel price increases,...

15 May 2008

Stained Glass Ceiling in the Ocean Princess Wins Award

High Drama on the High Seas… Jancik Arts International (JAI), creators of stunning stained glass ceiling domes was recognized by Glass Magazine for their work aboard the Ocean Princess cruise ship. Dramatically enhancing the guest experience, Jancik's celebrated dome measures 30 feet in diameter and lends visual drama to the lobby. The magnanimous dome depicts a whimsical pattern of ocean waves featuring an art nouveau theme in subtle ambers, pale greens and blues.

15 May 2008

Commission to Fund Chemicals Risk Management for Construction Companies

FIEC and the Norwegian Contractors Association (EBA) have been formally notified by the European Commission that it has recommended funding be made available for a research project known as ChemXchange, which will develo...

14 May 2008

Environmental Awards Presented at NAHB's National Green Building Conference

Two builder-developers were honored with the 2008 Building With Trees Awards of Excellence at the National Association of Home Builders' (NAHB) National Green Building Conference in New Orleans. Northland Resident...

14 May 2008

Alcoa Architectural Products Names Novelis Top Supplier

Novelis announced today that it has been named 2007 Supplier of the Year for Bare Metal Products by Alcoa Architectural Products (AAP), a business unit of Alcoa Inc. The award was one of three granted to Novelis at AAP&#...

14 May 2008

Premier Log Home Producer Completes Grenn Luxury Log Home

This 5500+ square foot luxury log home, nestled on a lake was designed as a weekend retreat for an active family who wanted to bring their love of the outdoors in. The home, decadent in every way, is also considered one of the most 'green' ways of home building

14 May 2008

Free Construction Tool Provides Homebuyers with Framing Option Understanding

For many homebuyers, the building materials used behind the walls and under the floors are a mystery. However, the studs, joists, beams, panels and other materials that make up the structural frame are critical for the l...

14 May 2008

Owens Corning Becomes Sponsor of LBM Journal's Certified Green Dealer Program

Owens Corning, a leader in building science for nearly 70 years, announced it has become a sponsor of LBM Journal's Certified Green Dealer(TM) program and renewed its sponsorship with Masco Home Services' Environ...

14 May 2008

Uponor Sells Off Construction Related Companies

Uponor Corporation has signed a contract to divest its UK and Irish infrastructure business to 3i, Europe's leading mid-market private equity company, and funds managed by 3i. The contract includes the sale of the sh...

13 May 2008

Village Green Energy Supplying Renewable Energy to Green Building Developments

Village Green Energy launched a streamlined process today, enabling green buildings to earn credit towards the U.S Green Building Council's LEED certification by purchasing off-site renewable energy

13 May 2008

Green Home Building Market Expected to Double by 2012

McGraw-Hill Construction, a part of The McGraw-Hill Companies, today presented the findings of its latest market research investigating "green" home building, focusing on changes in green building activity betw...

13 May 2008

Green Community Facility Built With Highly Sustainable Tradical Hemcrete

American Lime Technology is pleased to announce its latest project using the highly sustainable Tradical® Hemcrete® building system. This "green" project entails an energy efficient upgrade to a communi...

13 May 2008

Remodelling With Stamped Concrete

Decorative stamped concrete applications gain popularity as a cheaper alternative to pricier natural stone applications for driveways, patios and pool decks during ailing economy

13 May 2008