2009 April

Sustainability Summit Addresses Current Issues

April 8, 2009 By Dawn Killough Leave a Comment

MIT is hosting its first annual sustainability summit during Earth Week. It will feature panel discussions, individual speakers, and break-out sessions. The focus is on integrating sustainability with the current environment.

The Biggest Apple in the Big Apple Is Going Green

April 7, 2009 By Jessop Petroski Leave a Comment

One of the oldest buildings in New York is set to be one of the greenest. New York’s Empire State Building is about to have a green makeover, putting it in the top ten percent of America’s greenest buildings.

Eco-living by Building Homes Asbestos Free

April 2, 2009 By Jessop Petroski 6 Comments

Asbestos used to be highly regarded throughout the 20th century as an ideal building and construction material. Today, asbestos fibers can lead to the development of lung ailments and cancers.