2010 September

New York City Takes Giant Leap for Green Buildings

September 30, 2010 By Dawn Killough 4 Comments

The New York City Council passed several recommendations yesterday, preparing the way for more green building. The addition of “the environment” to the purpose of the building code was a large step for members of the Green Codes Task Force.

Deadline Extended for 2011 Buckminster Fuller Challenge

September 29, 2010 By Glenn Meyers Leave a Comment

The deadline has been extended for submissions to the 2011 Buckminster Fuller Challenge by two weeks to October 22 at 5:00 PM (EDT).

Utah Biosiesel Supply a Perfect Fit for Some Builders

September 27, 2010 By Glenn Meyers Leave a Comment

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Graydon Blair, the owner of Utah Biodiesel Supply, is one of the first in line to say the fuel alternative in which he specializes is not going to answer all the world’s fuel challenges. But it will address some of the important ones.

Bike Shelters Make Architectural Statement

September 27, 2010 By Dawn Killough 1 Comment

Duo-Gard bike shelters, made from recycled polycarbonate, provide many options for designers to complement a building’s architecture. Custom designs are welcomed.

Metal Shipping Containers Recycled Into Office Building

September 25, 2010 By Summer Minor 5 Comments

Office building in Providence, R.I., constructed from shipping containers

Gong green is often as much about saving money as it is about saving the earth. Building designers in Providence, R.I., have managed to do both by creating an office space from used shipping containers. The building not only reuses, it was also done for half the cost of the conventional building plans.