Environmental sustainability can be defined as the responsible use of resources to avoid depletion of the natural resources, which in turn results in the long-term availability of those resources. Nature has a tremendously powerful capability to care for us and to destroy us, all depending on the kind of treatment it receives from mankind. Actions […]
Environmentally-Friendly Construction
Going Green – Building an Eco-friendly House
Nowadays, the drive to be more eco-friendly has spread to all facets of our lives. From the cars we drive to the houses we live in, we are constantly striving to be kinder to the planet we live on. But what exactly is an eco-friendly house? The Basics When we talk about an eco-friendly house, […]
Insulating concrete forms for your construction
When you have to choose between insulating concrete forms and wooden frames, the former (ICFs) is by far the better option, not only in terms of strengths, but also the environment. ICFs can help save on your energy consumption and, at the same time, help protect the environment by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. What are […]