As ACCA Certified Manual J Load Calculations become mandatory for code compliance, Build Green projects, LEED certification and EnergyStar Rebate programs, don’t be left behind your competition. Become an empowered Contractor and set yourself apart from the competition. Read more

With all the new products available today it can be very difficult to tell which ones are truly green or sustainable. Here are 7 factors that can help you select green products for your project. Beware of "green washing" or products that claim to be green but really aren’t! Read more

Energy efficiency is a great investment to make as a way to reduce power bills. Green building and design should incorporate energy efficiency in every aspect. Simple changes can have great impact! Read more

Shipping containers are an ideal green building material, and can be used for a variety of unique building projects. This article details several interesting shipping container building projects from around the world, and describes the advantages of building with shipping containers. Read more

Sustainable construction is an emergent trend that has begun to make real inroads in projects across the market spectrum. But while many owners are interested in the long-term economic and environmental aspect of green building, they are often scared away by the perceived upfront costs. Read more

Want to go Green? Building solar panels from scratch is not only fast, but easy and less expensive than you might believe! Read more