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Dvele Expands Production of High-Tech Self-Powered Homes

The Pro Builder

Dvele is building the new plants, one in Monterrey, Mexico, and the other in the US at a location to be announced. It will also mean we can serve more developers, allowing them to build more net positive communities across the US.” The new facilities will be asset-light, requiring little capital to get up and running.

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Sustainable Community Living Projects Design Guide

CCR Magazine

Sustainable design in these projects includes focusing on energy efficiency, renewable energy, water conservation, and green building materials. Architects need to consider the local climate, utilize passive design strategies, and incorporate green spaces to minimize the environmental impact.

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From Concrete to Canopy: Bringing Plants into Design

CCR Magazine

Integrating plants into buildings isnt just about aestheticsits a crucial strategy for sustainability, human well-being, and energy efficiency. The Science & Benefits of Green Spaces in Built Environments Improved Air Quality Plants naturally filter airborne toxins such as carbon dioxide, formaldehyde, and benzene.

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California’s eco-hub receives AIA awards for energy-efficient, sustainable design

Construction Specifier

A high-performance building envelope minimizes thermal bridging, enhancing interior thermal comfort with substantial R values at the roof and walls. The building’s energy use intensity (EUI) is reduced to 23, a 71 percent decrease from the baseline, thanks to efficient building systems and envelope design.

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Renovate or Extend? How to Choose the Right Home Improvement for Your Budget & Needs

UK Construction Blog

When calculating costs, consider that extensive renovations involving structural changes can sometimes approach the cost of building a new home. Reconfiguring existing space is typically more eco-friendly than building new extensions. You’re not alone. Environmental sustainability differs between approaches too.

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Considerations for Green Building Design

PN - Project Management

Commercial buildings account for a large percentage of the overall carbon emissions in the world. Due to this alarming statistic, building or retrofitting structures in line with green initiatives and transitioning to a sustainable building method are logical solutions to reduce C02 emissions.

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California’s unconventional office tower: Remarkable beyond its appearance

Construction Specifier

California’s office tower (W)rapper is named after its wrapping steel exoskeleton, which provides support to the 16-story building. The building is not significant just for its appearance, but also for its sustainability features. This design allows the building to respond and move safely during seismic events. m (14 ft), 5.18