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I began my multi-year involvement with LEED and the USGBC as an architect dedicated to the design of greener buildings at about the time the LEED v1.0 pilot program was coming to a close.

Recently I had the pleasure of working with Norb Slowikowski, president of Slowikowski & Associates, on a webinar. I invited Slowikowski to provide his expert insight on how contractors can get organized to increase their profitability.

Many factors contribute to the drop in production in the industry.

International Powered Access Federation is a non-profit, worldwide organization that promotes the safe and effective use of powered access equipment

Part 2 of Chris Dixon's discussion on Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs).

Each subcontractor needs to ask the question, “Why me?” The general contractor is certainly asking the question, “Why this subcontractor?”

In a constantly changing industry, linear and conceptual thinkers can be at odds.

EIFS is making a comeback in the world of continuous insulation.

The latest draft version of LEED has been struggling with this environmental impact assessments, but moves ever toward a more comprehensive appraisal of the Materials and Resources credits.