As if it doesn’t go without saying, an electrician’s or real estate broker’s “doing his research” on virology is a farce. The very idea is simply an example of how far we’ve fallen as a society. Do those untrained in …
Category: Sustainable Building
Sustainable Building Tech
Sustainable Building Materials
A mainstay of our work here at 2GreenEnergy is finding strategic business partners for companies whose products support sustainability. One such enterprise is Century Board, which maintains a proven, proprietary process by which it takes waste streams (some of them …
Tagged with: sustainable building materials
From Guest Blogger Nina Simons: Seven Eco-Friendly Home Design Tips for Modern Living
Designing environmentally-friendly structures has become a standard in the construction industry nowadays. However, eco-friendly structures are still a challenge to design because you need to incorporate at least 7 features that will ensure the building conserves power. Moreover, a top-notch …
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Sustainable Building Materials
The horrific rate of deforestation on this planet is based largely on two industries: beef production and building materials. We’ve had ample conversation of the former here, so let’s hear a bit on the latter. Synthetic Building Materials
Building-Integrated Solar PV
GreenTech Media’s article Five Reasons Not to Get Too Excited About Tesla’s New Solar Roof is actually more compelling than I thought it was going to be when I opened it.
From Guest Blogger Michael Tobias: Engineering Technologies That Can Decarbonize the Building Sector
Michael Tobias (pictured) writes as follows: According to the International Energy Agency, buildings account for 36% of global energy consumption. Buildings also have a significant carbon footprint, producing 40% of direct and indirect CO2 emissions. When looking for ways to …
A Contributed Post: Here’s Why an Effective Energy Audit Can Be Pivotal for Cost Saving
In the twenty-first century, sustainable development has become essential in real estate and construction. A house is a significant investment. People want to make choices in their homes that are cost-efficient and energy-efficient. In this way, they are laying the …
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Elon Musk’s Bet on Building-integrated Solar PV
Building-integrated solar PV (BIPV) isn’t new, so what’s all the fuss about Elon Musk’s venture into the industry? Answer: Elon Musk. A name not to be trifled with. Analysts say he won’t be able to meet his target (1000 solar …
Building Integrated Photovoltaics
Here’s the way I like to explain building integrated solar PV (BIPV): “It’s not on the roof; it is the roof.” This is clearly destined for greatness over the coming years, especially as more states and other countries follow California’s lead …
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From Guest Blogger Emily Folk: Is Home Automation a Sustainable Option?
Home automation products are no longer solely for people with plentiful disposable incomes. It’s easy to buy them on specialized websites or at home improvement stores, and there are options to suit most budgets. When many individuals think about ways …
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