Green Building

Stanford University Earns LEED-Platinum for New MBA Complex

TESTINGThe 360,000 square foot complex exceeds energy standards by 45% and solar PV provides 12.5% of electricity.

TESTINGTheir Ventive passive heat recovery ventilation systems can be installed in just 30 minutes in a chimney.

TESTINGHome Depot and the USGBC's new online database will help homeowners and contractors find green products.

TESTINGThe first national green building code, approved last year, requires new homes and buildings to be 30% more efficient than in 2006.

TESTINGIt's the first commercial building in NYC to compost all its food waste.

TESTINGThe Rose Green Cities Fund will buy and renovate multifamily properties.

TESTINGCotton Inc collects denim across the US and then donates it Habitat to insulate homes in disaster areas.

TESTINGIts software remotely analyzes a building's electricity use, eliminating the need for on-site, costly assessments.

TESTINGBuilding green makes it easier for builders and remodelers to market themselves in a down economy.

TESTINGThis is the first manufacturing plant in the world to achieve LEED-Platinum