November 24, 2013
The large buildings found at universities, schools and other institutions make for ideal rainwater collection surfaces and a maximum number of rain water tanks. The ‘green’ […]
January 23, 2013
Seattle’s Bullitt Center is being heralded as the greenest, most energy-efficient commercial office building in the world. It’s not that the six-story, 50,000-square-foot building is utilizing never-before-seen technology. […]
January 9, 2013
A streetscape that includes natural landscaping, bicycle lanes, wind powered lighting, storm water diversion for irrigation, drought-resistant native plants and innovative “smog-eating” concrete has earned Cermak […]
December 10, 2012
In February 2012, the Zuid Afrikaans Hospital (ZAH), in Mucleneuk, Pretoria, gave Michelangelo Technology the go-ahead to do a comprehensive Green Audit to determine what could […]
December 6, 2012
Facing mandates from the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 and a 2009 executive order from President Obama, federal government agencies are working to reduce […]
November 18, 2012
Cecilia Square, the prestigious new commercial office development adjacent to the Paarl Mall on the N1, is scheduled to open its doors on 1 August 2013, […]
October 13, 2012
Cape Town – This could be the definition of a new-age green house – a house that uses no electricity and runs purely on sustainable energy, […]
October 5, 2012
In a busy world filled with modern conveniences and ever-evolving technology, an off-the-grid lifestyle may seem too challenging to adapt to. The truth is, it is […]
October 4, 2012
These days, building your dream house is more complicated than ever. When in the past you can just stake out an empty lot and declare it […]
October 4, 2012
Sustainability and the environmental impact of construction are two topics that have become increasingly important in recent years and there’s no reason why self-builders can’t do […]
February 1, 2012
Wetland restoration is a billion-dollar-a-year industry in the United States that aims to create ecosystems similar to those that disappeared over the past century. But a […]
September 29, 2011
Bamboo fencing is a great alternative to hardwood fencing in many ways. It has grown in popularity amongst homeowners, especially as people become more and more […]
September 2, 2011
Maybe you’ve heard about the benefits to the environment that sustainable flooring provides. Bamboo is a popular option because it’s quick to reach harvesting age and […]
September 1, 2011
It is important to realize that using sisal rugs in your home or workplace helps to promote sustainability in developing countries. Likewise, you are providing a […]
September 1, 2011
Bamboo countertops can be a great choice for anyone who is interested in replacing their current counters with a new, eco friendly option. There are lots […]
August 28, 2011
Bamboo fencing is without a doubt the most environmentally friendly fencing choice you can make. But maybe even better is the fact that it’s durable and […]
August 25, 2011
For those who are looking for different styles and alternatives to the many popular eco-friendly area rugs that are currently available, you should consider seagrass area […]
August 24, 2011
By now, nearly everyone knows that we are depleting the natural resources of the only home that we have at a rate that is well past […]