There may be an ancient yet efficient and low-cost solution to a growing homelessness and housing crisis affecting many communities throughout the U.S. — and it’s made of mud. Cooper Green, a ...

At the southern edge of the Mojave Desert on an unusually warm Saturday in February, dozens of people mill throughout the living space of a 2,300-square-foot three-bed, two-bath house with a connected ...

Sustainable building assessment and rating systems provide a structured framework for evaluating the environmental, social and economic performance of buildings throughout their lifecycle. These ...

At the University of Toronto, just across the street from the football stadium, workers are putting up a 14-story building with space for classrooms and faculty offices. What’s unusual is how they’re ...

AUGUSTA, Ga. — T2Earth, a sustainable building materials company, announces the launch of OnWood Plywood, an eco-friendly fire-retardant treated wood (FRTW). Made without toxic chemicals, OnWood ...

This practical guide walks through the full process of building a mud house using sustainable, low-impact techniques. From preparing natural materials like clay, sand, and straw to forming walls, ...

Traditional craftsmanship meets modern innovation in the work of New Jersey–based Scandic Builders. The environmentally conscious builder utilizes recycled and sustainable materials, renewable energy ...

SUNY Old Westbury will begin renovations this week on its Natural Science Building that will move the school closer to its future conservation goals and support a spike in enrollment. The college is ...