The Midwest: A heartland with a heart for sustainability
Founder and chairman Bob Fincher used part of his summer vacation to tour Midwest companies that are championing the integration of green technologies and tactics into our homes and other buildings. Here's what he found.
Push to combat high energy bills helping boost residential insulation market
Research expects market value to surpass $36 billion by 2024
McDonald's new headquarters gives the environment a break
The ground floor is home to a one-of-a-kind McDonald’s restaurant that features a rotating menu of favorites from around the globe.
Video | Indoor living wall livens up coffee café
The green wall is living artwork that attracts and engages customers as they enjoy their coffee in the café’s upper-level seating area.
Harvard's student center undergoes LEED renovation
The project was designed to create a campus center that builds community with an emphasis on connectivity, transparency, and engagement with Harvard Square.
Solar panels make Belize resort homes carbon neutral
With more than 85 percent of villas sold, this additional development offers more options for eco-friendly waterfront living.
'Wonkavator' no longer movie magic
thyssenkrupp's MULTI elevator system helps buildings overcome challenges of global urbanization, improve efficiency
Haier advances take IAQ to higher level
Self-cleaning technology, automation remove contaminants, extend life of HVAC units
New solution uses fresh air to boost IAQ
FreshAire PTAC focuses on multifamily, lodging, commercial spaces
Smart thermostat makes comfort personal
Lux's Kono technology automatically adjusts for optimal comfort, savings
Climate Control systems offer efficiencies for residential, commercial applications
Solution design focuses on positive up-front, back-end financial impact
Wind-Free solution brings added comfort, efficiency to HVAC market
Samsung anticipates technology to be game-changer
Solution's infrared sensors detect body heat, activity to spur HVAC efficiency
Technology gives HVAC units 'mind of its own'
Demand, research drive ERV, HRV development
Improving efficiency, occupant comfort key as building envelopes tighten
'Smart scrubber' provides innovative way to clean air, boost IAQ
Solution reduces load reduction, spurs energy savings
New technology brings efficiency to cold storage
Solar helps boost energy savings by roughly 40 percent
UV light helping extend life of HVAC units
Technology prevents mold, bacteria from building up on coils, enhances efficiency
Mixed-Income 100-Unit Development Built With Passive House Standards and Resilient Features
The project was also constructed with the resiliency features to provide added safety for residents during and after major storms.
Demand, opportunities for commercial geothermal heating up
Benefits, new financing options make solutions more popular in private sector
Fans proving valuable complement to efficient building ventilation
Hunter designing products aimed at saving money, improving occupant performance
