Changing migration patterns within cities are influencing energy use, environmental impact, and the future of sustainable development.
- By Sofia Bennett
- April 02, 2026
As hybrid work leaves desks empty, businesses must rethink the "environmental afterlife" of their office space to prevent a waste crisis.
- By Emma Caldwell
- March 13, 2026
Public garden recognized by the American Horticultural Society for leadership in green design and climate action programs.
- By Jesse Jacobs
- March 11, 2026
Many building and infrastructure codes still rely on historical climate data, even as storms, heat, and flooding intensify—creating growing risks for communities, economies, and resilience planning.
- By Jane Marsh
- January 14, 2026
A 2025 Siemens study finds energy efficiency has become the leading infrastructure priority for organizations, driven by decarbonization goals, smart building investment and the push toward net-zero buildings.
- By Stasia DeMarco
- December 15, 2025
Rapidly expanding cities offer opportunity, but growth often brings hidden environmental challenges. Before relocating, evaluate water quality, waste management, air pollution, heat risks, and natural disasters to protect your long-term health and comfort.
- By Megan Johnson
- December 08, 2025
Smart renovations help businesses cut costs, boost comfort, and build a greener future—one upgrade at a time.
- By James Carter
- May 02, 2025
Innovative technologies are playing a crucial role in transforming environmental protection and sustainability efforts.
- By Elis Enano
- November 07, 2023
There are many types of technology, like sustainable transportation technology and blockchain technology, that can be used to improve our planet.
- By Elis Enano
- June 16, 2023
By adopting technology in construction projects, we can help the industry become greener.
- By Jim Stephen
- April 07, 2023
In the next five years, we'll see sustainability in commercial projects moving from a luxury to a requirement. Examining your product and its performance now will put you ahead of the curve.
Because of Woodland’s emphasis on the environment, former mayor Tom Stallard led the drive for the award that was given on the city’s climate action plan—increasing the tree canopy and supporting zero-net energy homes such as Mutual Housing at Spring Lake.
Record-breaking waste diversion rate of 90 percent and first year water restoration initiatives among highlights
Sacramento-based nonprofit Mutual Housing California recently completed an $8.6 million green renovation of one of their affordable housing developments.
Increased awareness of not only the value, but the necessity of adopting green building initiatives in new builds and retro fits is critical.
- By Jack Laken
- January 23, 2017
Global green building is expected to double every three years, according to a Dodge Data & Analytics World Green Building Trends 2016 SmartMarket Report cited by USGBC, which was a contributing partner on the report.
Mahesh Ramanujam has become the new president and CEO of USGBC, as recently announced this week.
When paired with smart lighting, smart blinds can help maximize the amount of daylight in your home to cut down on electricity usage. For example, opening the blinds can trigger smart lighting to turn off, and vice versa.
With climate change, every sustainable aspect of development helps.
The agency's labs "are a global technology powerhouse that harness innovation to create jobs, support new industries and help ensure America’s competitive edge in areas of national security and science," said Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz.