In a new study, researchers claim that the energy payback period of using phase change materials, new technology in the construction industry, is the shortest in a colder climate. The optimal location ...

This story was produced by Billie Pollisotto and distributed by Next Net. Cities setting bold climate goals are no longer relying on outdated blueprints. Ambitious emissions targets are pressuring ...

Every building tells many stories, and one of those stories is how it impacts the environment. To understand that story, we can look at the greenhouse gas emissions of all the materials used to erect ...

Researchers at the University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering have designed a chameleon-like building material that changes its infrared color—and how much heat it absorbs or ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. The late American writer and businessman Alvin Toffler, widely known for his prescient ...

Enhancing the energy performance of existing buildings through refurbishment processes provides the opportunity to create more comfortable and sustainable environments, while also improving their ...

The world has just witnessed the hottest months in recorded history, and the outlook is far from optimistic. Rising temperatures are driving greater cooling demands, threatening to trigger a vicious ...

The HVAC insulation market focuses on materials and techniques used to insulate heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, aiming for better energy efficiency and eco-friendliness. This ...