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Greenbuild Showcases Eco-Friendly Products

Posted on November 25, 2008

A selection of green products on display at Greenbuild 2008.

(Via EcoHome: Most Read Product Reviews.)

USGBC Members Approve LEED 2009

Posted on November 25, 2008

Members of the U.S. Green Building Council have approved LEED 2009, which contains major revisions to the LEED Rating System.

(Via BuildingGreen.com News.)

Greenbuild Product Preview

Posted on November 20, 2008

Product reviews from this week’s Greenbuild Conference.

Four products, including plant-based finishes and reflective roofing, on display at Greenbuild this week.

(Via EcoHome.)

Longevity, Durability, and Recyclability Make Metal Roofing a Good Choice for Sustainable Building

Posted on November 19, 2008

Metal roofs are more expensive than asphalt roofs, but over the life of a metal roof, you would have to replace the same asphalt roof 2-3 times.

According to the Metal Roofing Alliance in Belfair, Wash., a metal roof will last two to three times longer than a traditional asphalt roof. Once apt to corrode, especially in seaside applications, metal roofs now come with specialized finishes and coatings to handle salt spray.

(Via EcoHome Magazine.)

Green Building Can Be Sensible and Cost-Effective

Posted on November 12, 2008

Sustainable building experts at PCBC provide tips for going green without breaking the bank.

(Via EcoHome: Alternative Building Materials.)