Article Category: Indoor Air Quality

Sean Sullivan: A Breath of Fresh Air

A Breath of Fresh Air: The Importance of Indoor Air Quality By Sean Sullivan Homebuyers today are increasingly concerned about the indoor air quality of their homes. Issues like mold, radon, carbon monoxide and toxic chemicals have received greater attention than ever as poor indoor air quality has been linked...

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Rick Bayless: Health Considerations in a Green Remodel

Health Considerations in a Green Remodel: Knowing Your Home’s History is Key By Rick Bayless   If you haven’t recently moved into a brand-new, green-certified home (or aren’t anxiously waiting for the build to be complete), chances are you’re one of the four in 10 Americans living in an older...

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Whole Living: Completing the Green Experience

Whole Living: Completing the Green Experience Sean D. Sullivan   It’s not hard to see why so many people have been bitten by the green bug. Coast to coast, consumers are realizing that green homes can sell faster — and for more money — than non-green homes. And consumers have...

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Love of Life: Incorporating Biophilic Design at Home

Love of Life: Incorporating Biophilic Design at Home Emily Boyd   We all know from experience that being immersed in nature makes us feel calmer, happier and rejuvenated. We seek a connection with nature, particularly when we are feeling stressed or sick. It was only about 55 years ago that...

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Phil Long: Hardwood Harvesters

Hardwood Harvesters: Local Sawmills Play Integral Role in Tree-Cycle Movement Phil Long   Green building refers to the practice of creating structures and using processes that are environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout the building life-cycle. While there are many components of sustainable building, the purpose of this article is to...

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