Category: #sustainable
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Transform Your Home: Eco-Friendly Renovation Tips
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Do you want to make your home better for the environment? A green renovation is one good way to do this. It helps you use less energy in your house. When you use less energy, you lower your carbon footprint. A greener home can feel better to live in. A lot of people think about…
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Eco-Friendly Rodent Control for Modern Buildings
Today’s commercial buildings are planned around three key aims: healthy indoor conditions, reduced environmental impact, and predictable running costs. Rodents cut across all three by damaging wiring and insulation, spoiling stored products, and undermining tenant confidence in the site. For facilities managers and construction specialists, rodent control has shifted into a strategic issue rather than…
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Gilbane Named a Top 10 Green Contractor by ENR for 2025
Gilbane Building has been ranked among Engineering News-Record’s Top 10 Green Contractors for 2025, reinforcing our commitment to building a more sustainable future. Image Courtesy of: Gilbane Building “Gilbane’s commitment to our clients and communities extends to our focus on reducing waste, improving efficiency, and future-proofing buildings,” said Tabitha Scott, Executive Sustainability Officer at Gilbane. “Our focus…
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Sustainable Backyard Upgrades That Improve Property Performance
Sustainable improvements increase property performance by cutting operating costs, reducing maintenance, and strengthening long-term durability. A well-planned backyard upgrade can also enhance comfort and outdoor usability throughout the year. The following guide outlines practical, fact-based strategies for homeowners across the United States and Canada who want lasting value without unnecessary complexity. 1. Assessing Site Conditions…
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5 Sustainable Construction Practices Using Engineered Steel
Green building is something the developers, community and builders have been keen on having, as an efficient way of building without damaging the environment, at the same time not affecting the structural integrity. Engineered steel has become one of the solutions of this change since it promotes responsible resource utilization, the extended life cycle of…
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Sustainable Renovation: Eco-Friendly Practices for Portuguese Villas
Sustainable renovation is becoming increasingly important for homeowners in The Algarve. Rising energy costs, environmental awareness, and demand for efficient homes make eco-friendly upgrades a practical choice. Villas in Portugal offer a unique opportunity to combine traditional charm with modern efficiency. Focusing on energy efficiency, sustainable materials, and design choices that lower operational costs allows…
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Why Sustainable Oak Timber Is Ideal for Eco-Friendly Construction
Wood has been a fundamental building material throughout history, revered for its natural beauty and structural capabilities. As the world pivots towards more sustainable practices, the choice of timber has become crucial in eco-friendly construction. Oak wood, in particular, stands out as a durable, aesthetically pleasing, and environmentally conscious option. It offers a myriad of…
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How to Keep Your Sofa Clean with Zero Waste Practices
Cleaning the sofa without waste is an excellent step towards being green and suitable for the living space. You can achieve this by combining effective cleaning tactics with sustainable practices, making sofa cleaning simple and environmentally friendly. Understanding Zero Waste Cleaning Natural reusable materials create less waste, which is what zero-waste cleaning is all about.…
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Colorado School of Mines Opens Sustainable Village
Colorado School of Mines, Capstone Development Partners, and design-build team members including, Milender White Construction and SAR+, announced the opening of the Village at Mines Park. Located on the Colorado School of Mines campus in Golden, CO, the apartments offer an affordable, modern and sustainable living option to upper-division undergraduates, graduates and students with families…
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FGIA Panel Shares Strategies to Reduce Supply Chain Disruptions
A panel discussion about supply chain disruptions and how to navigate related challenges took place at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Fall Conference in Indianapolis. Panelists for the October 7 discussion, “Innovative Strategies to Mitigate Impacts from Supply Chain Disruptions,” included José Colón (Intertek), Chip Gentry (Quaker Window Products) and Mark Imfeld (Association…