Sustainable construction / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

...sustainable building professionals alike. Now that you know more about building integrated photovoltaics, find more info about solar power and green building techniques in the Ecohome Green Building Guide and these pages below: What solar and heat pump rebate programs are available in Canada for 2026? What solar an...

...construction, the glass serves as both the exterior weather barrier and the power generator. This 'two-for-one' utility helps mitigate the high upfront cost. Furthermore, these windows provide exceptional UV protection, blocking nearly 100% of the rays that fade hardwood floors and furniture. For a deep dive into how t...

...sustainable electrical grid. Now that you know more about energy synergy, find more info about sustainable home technology & green building techniques in the Ecohome Green Building Guide and these pages below: The definitive guide to air source heat pumps The latest and best home batteries - Lithium Ion vs Lith...

...construction techniques. However, what is increasingly on the radar of homeowners - and therefore architects and interior designers - is interior design features that help keep sound transmission at a minimum. The prioritization of mental health in home design has ushered in many new features and products intended to m...

...Construction waste management Scores are awarded for reducing and responsibly disposing of construction waste, and providing adequate facilities for operational recycling and waste management. Land use and ecology This encourages building on previously developed land (brownfield sites) rather than greenfield sites. It ...

EIFS over brick: a homeowners and pros guide EIFS (Exterior Insulation Finishing Systems) are increasingly popular in new construction, and an excellent solution for adding exterior insulation to old homes for energy efficiency renovations. For homes with brick exteriors, installing EIFS presents a unique set of challe...

...construction Thermal performance and insulation Structural integrity and durability Moisture control and indoor air quality Rammed earth mixes and stabilization Construction process and formwork Foundations for rammed earth walls Design considerations and aesthetics Cost of rammed earth construction Regional considerat...

...construction standard. Image © Insightful Healthy Homes Inc. Beyond new builds: BC's first certified Net Zero renovation Proving that Net Zero performance is not limited to new construction, the first CHBA-certified Net Zero Renovation in British Columbia is a landmark project in Gates Lake. This groundbreaking renov...

...construction project can crash and burn! So, once you've been honest with yourself about what matters most for your new sustainable home, you should start by making the best choices corresponding to your personal motivation for building a home. It's about replacing poor choices with better ones for - construction mater...

...sustainable construction conversation. Now that you know more about waterjet cutting of building materials for sustainable home construction, find more pages about sustainable and resilient green building techniques here :  How to finish basements with water resistent materials  How to build fire-resistant home...

...sustainable construction can deliver a high-performance, modern lifestyle. The passive solar house - alternatively termed 'bioclimatic', "Passive House" or 'Passivhaus' The passive solar house is designed to capture as much of the sun's rays as possible, thanks to its large south-facing windows (over 60%), its thermal ...