While deaths from heat stress remain thankfully low in the US, a total of 43 work-related deaths in 2019 occurred because of heat exposure. …

Construction sites can be a massive source of pollutants and toxins that may leave public water sources vulnerable to pollution if not properly managed.…

Quality Assurance (QA) is an essential aspect of any construction planning process. …

One way that many countries are attempting to spur the development of energy efficiency technologies is through tax credits and rebate programs.…

As energy prices rise globally, the push for energy efficiency and conservation has never been greater. …

According to estimates from the EPA, American households dispose of 193 million gallons of used oil every year, which is greater than the 2010 Deepwater Horizon incident that spilled 134 million gallons in the Gulf of Mexico—the equivalent of more than 200 Olympic-sized swimming pools. 

Even industries like construction and hands-on trades tend to evolve faster than we realize. …

Programs like energy efficiency mortgages and energy benchmarking have created the need for builders to pursue new technology to meet their energy goals. …

Over 2.2 million jobs in the US are attributed to the energy-efficiency industry, outpacing jobs in oil and gas by up to ten times.…

Energy-efficient construction is not only important for saving homeowners’ costs in an increasingly uncertain world but also for championing a sustainable future. …