Green Building

Green construction, eco-friendly architecture, building materials, lighting and efficiency.

Carbon scrubbing trees bring Avatar to Boston city streets

Once you get over the fact that you don't see six-legged horses running around and people sticking their tails into things the idea is pretty neat. So... more>>

Union Station bike transit station is a visible model for alternative transportation

Surrounded by two turn of the last century Washington landmarks this architectural piece unifies the visual elements of the wheel with the practical idea of... more>>

French company Bacsac brings bags to your urban garden

For those of you who may do quite a bit of moving, these urban garden bags could do the trick. And you can tell your friends that they are French and seem... more>>

Will America's first off shore wind farm actually take flight nearly a decade after it was conceived?

The state of Massachusetts decided last week that it is cost-effective for the National Grid to purchase power from the much debated Cape Wind project. This... more>>

An Atlanta urban forest organization helps the community through education, conservation and planting

Thinking of adding some shade to your yard? Trees Atlanta can help. Trees Atlanta, the 25 year old organization dedicated to protecting and improving... more>>

Solar installation integrates into existing architecture and generates both power and shade

Local Atlanta Company Designs and Installs Solar Canopy in Old Fourth Ward. Project features stunning design, smart engineering and renewable energy.... more>>

Green design - is it the "new black" for interiors and architecture? An Atlanta designer thinks so

Sustainability is an integral part of good design. Three weeks ago the Atlanta Green Drinks Networking crowd enjoyed a special evening courtesy of Matt... more>>

Salon and day spa dedicated to the environment heals the body and the planet

Local Planet has long espoused the belief that most of us don’t need to change what we do in our lives to help protect the environment and strengthen... more>>

Rain harvesting - worth considering for your next renovation or new construction

Water, water everywhere. Nor any drop to drink. So writes the famous English poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge in his longest piece, the Rime of the Ancient... more>>

Reducing our carbon footprint one business at a time

Stephanie Armistead is on a mission. Her goal is to increase awareness, educate, foster change and spur investment, ultimately making the capital of the Peach... more>>