As the cost of construction and new homes increases, builders are looking for ways to offset rising prices.…

Energy efficiency is a win-win for homeowners and home builders. Freddie Mac reports that energy-efficient homes carry a 2.7% higher resale value and that NAHB that nine out of ten prospective homebuyers desire energy efficiency as a major selling point.…

All construction and industrial activity is subject to the whims of Mother Nature, leaving local ecosystems vulnerable to pollution-laden runoff each time it rains.…

Impacts from construction activity don’t just occur at the site but can travel well downstream into surrounding ecosystems.…

The push for sustainability is a massive concern in the construction industry as governments seek to curb emissions from new builds.…

By some estimates, the building industry accounts for 34% of all global greenhouse gas emissions. …

Red tape in the construction industry is unavoidable. Whether it’s applying for a loan, permitting rights, rezoning, or even rebates and tax credits, an environmental assessment of some kind will probably be required.…

The ENERGY STAR brand sets the standard for energy efficiency across several industries in the country.…

There are multiple discharge points for stormwater runoff across any geographic area, each of which has its own meticulous rules and regulations.…

Establishing new rules seems counterproductive to any business venture and may be viewed as “red tape.”…