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Risky Business: Rising Sea-Levels and Insurance Challenges
samanthaklein Jul 14, 2020

One of Florida’s most iconic sites, the Keys waterfront, is facing a daunting threat: rising sea levels due to climate change. This vulnerable landmark is at-risk for serious flooding because... Read More

The 7 Most Sustainable Cities in the World

Boston is among the top sustainable cities in the world. [Photo: Pixabay] By Lauren Bell. Explore the 7 most sustainable cities across the globe. By the year 2050, current projections... Read More

The Importance of User Behavior in Green Building Efficiency
Suelen Ribeiro Jan 25, 2018

Green building is designed to improve efficiency.  Another way to improve efficiency that has a big influence but we do not pay enough attention is “green behavior” - the way in... Read More

Shipping Containers – A Growing Trend for Green Buildings
Suelen Ribeiro Nov 10, 2019

The research for green building improvement is bringing a new trend to the sustainable field. The discovery of shipping containers as buildings material is providing benefits to the environment and... Read More

Heat Pumps - Energy Efficient and Cost Effective Heating & Cooling Solutions
Veer Mudambi Mar 16, 2020

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, or HVAC, is often the biggest hurdle to reducing your home’s carbon footprint. How can we stay warm or cool while reducing our dependence on fossil... Read More

Tiny Houses - Understanding and Overcoming Zoning Obstacles
Gina Pryciak Aug 06, 2019

According to the US Census Bureau, the median size of a new single-family home sold in 2018 was 2,435 square feet. A Tiny Home, on the other hand, ranges from as small as 80 square feet, to 400... Read More

Biophilic Design - Bringing Nature Back into the Built Environment
Veer Mudambi Mar 08, 2020

In ancient Greek and Roman architecture, open-air courtyards functioned as the center of the home complete with gardens, fountains, and sculptures. The courtyard, or peristyle as it was known,... Read More

The Case for a Carbon Tax as a Way to Cut Carbon Pollution and Create Jobs
Veer Mudambi Apr 16, 2020

History and relevance As we seek to find ways to transform our carbon based economy into a sustainable one, the idea of a carbon tax is gaining traction.  A carbon tax aims to decrease the... Read More

Carbon Pricing: Transitioning from Fossil Fuels to Renewables
Matt Z. Jun 23, 2017

In 2016, atmospheric carbon dioxide levels exceeded 400 parts-per-million for the first time and are predicted to stay above that threshold, perhaps for the rest of our lifetime. To no surprise, 2016... Read More

What is a Home Energy Audit?
pprince Feb 16, 2018

Living in in an older home in Massachusetts, I know how important it is to make sure your heating system is ready for winter. Nothing is worse than having your system break down in the middle of... Read More