Carbon Emissions- Page 13 of 16
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A Greener Rebar
Rebar made of basalt rock offers a lower-carbon alternative to steel
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The BS* + Beer Show: Foundation Systems
A look at some foundation types that minimize embodied carbon from concrete
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Europe Weighs Changes in Biomass Rules
A preliminary vote would end subsidies for biomass plants that burn whole trees for energy
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Revolutionary Changes in Transportation Could Slow Global Warming
The trick will be making sure the electric grid becomes increasingly cleaner
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Study Finds ‘Disturbing’ Pattern in Methane Leaks
More gas leaks are found in low-income areas with higher percentage of people of color
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BEAM Estimator for Measuring Embodied Carbon
A brand-new tool to help developers, designers, builders, and consultants choose climate-smart materials and products
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Recent Studies on Embodied Carbon
Choosing the right building materials can sharply lower carbon impact of new construction
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Compressed Straw Panels for Low-Carbon Building
A builder’s desire to tackle climate change results in proprietary equipment for manufacturing carbon-storing wall and roof panels
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A Low-Carbon Roof Retrofit
Wood-fiber board exterior roof insulation reduces air leakage, heating loads, and carbon emissions
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Forcing U.S. Companies to Detail Their Impact on Climate
Lawsuits already threatened as a federal agency weighs mandatory disclosure rules
