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10 Pervious Possibilities
Ross Monsour
Pervious concrete allows stormwater to percolate through the 'hardscape,' back down into the water table. In certain applications, it presents both an environmental and economic boon.
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18 Nanotechnology for Greener Concrete
Taijiro Sato, PhD
Thinking small can reap huge awards for concrete construction. Cutting-edge research is exploring the benefits of nano-sized ground limestone (CaCO3) to ordinary portland cement. -
21 Reflecting on Polished Concrete Floors Greg Schwietz, CSI, CDT
Colourful polished concrete is emerging as an attractive and cost-effective flooring option, with green connotations. Design/construction professionals should understand proper installation practices.
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30 Investigating the I-joist: The heart of the engineered wood floor David Birmingham Engineered wood products continue to be a great value in commercial and multifamily floors, where end users face the dilemma of higher costs, product scarcity, and design flexibility. -
38 Better, Greener Buildings are in the Air Tony Woods
Air barriers can significantly reduce energy consumption. Modelling the impact of these assemblies in terms of another type of 'green'—dollars and cents—can help owners understand the importance.
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48 Systematic Success with Air Barriers Remo DiFelice and Peter Kubas
Establishing a functional, reliable air barrier depends on myriad factors, with even the smallest gaps taking tremendous toll. With the variety of products available, ensuring compatibility is crucial. -
64 Daylighting Gets Active Ray Torres
Passive skylights are not always enough. Active daylighting units can offer complementary (or even supplementary) ways to harness the sun's natural illumination.
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66 Specifying Fibreglass Insulation for HVAC Renee Chesler
Fibreglass insulation can work in conjunction with an energy-efficient HVAC system to lower energy loss and utility bills. Before specifying such products, one must understand the different applications. -
72 The Quest for Green HVAC Harry Topikian, P.Eng.
Niche energy-efficient HVAC systems exist for specialized applications, ranging from artifact protection to streamlining consumption in natatoriums to supermarkets.
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84 Water Intrusion, Drainage, and Windows John Edgar
This article examines large-scale water intrusion problems, explaining the signs, procedures, and preventative actions that should take place.
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98 Far More than Child's Play Judy MacDougall, AAA, LEED AP
Taking an in-depth look at sustainability, this article focuses on the design and construction of the University of Calgary's Child Development Centre, as it strives for Platinum recognition.
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