Energy efficiency is one of the cornerstones of green building: roughly 40%-50% of North America’s carbon emissions are attributed to buildings and nearly all of that is the energy they consume. Wood buildings can require less energy to construct and…
Built Green Canada has branched out with a new plan for energy efficiency in multi-family development. Since 2003, the third-party national certification program has offered builders a rating based on the construction methods and materials used in single-family homes. In…
Our Pink House was featured! in the Nov/Dec issue of Cottage Magazine! Cottage magazine offers stories, information and tips about building green, energy efficiency, recreation and cottage living. For more information, subscriptions, or where to buy Cottage Magazine click here.…