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http://www.poweryourdesign.com
Advanced Buildings Open in a new browser window
   Products and tools for designing 20,000 to 80,000 SF non-residential buildings using integrated design methodologies to produce high-performance buildings.
   http://www.poweryourdesign.com
http://www.bnim.com/
Berkebile Nelson Immenschuh McDowell Architects Open in a new browser window
   Architecture firm with a focus on sustainable architecture. Includes research papers on other methods than LEED of assessing building performance.
   http://www.bnim.com/
http://www.betterbricks.com/
Better Bricks Open in a new browser window
   Information and resources about building energy efficiency for designers, owners and operators provided by the NorthWest Energy Efficiency Alliance.
   http://www.betterbricks.com/
http://www.buildingscience.com/
Building Science Corporation Open in a new browser window
   Boston-based architecture and building science consulting firm. Site contains many articles about sustainable building practices and guides for house design based on climate type.
   http://www.buildingscience.com/
http://www.buildinggreen.com/
BuildingGreen Open in a new browser window
   Publisher of Environmental Building News and the GreenSpec directory. Developer of the BuildingGreen Suite, a research tool for green design. Site includes articles about many green topics.
   http://www.buildinggreen.com/
http://www.cmpbs.org/
Center for Maximum Potential Building Systems Open in a new browser window
   A research and design center for sustainable building practices run by Pliny Fisk, based in Austin TX.
   http://www.cmpbs.org/
http://www.greenbuilder.com/dawn/
DAWN SouthWest Open in a new browser window
   Tucson, AZ organization that conducts workshops on sustainable construction.
   http://www.greenbuilder.com/dawn/
http://www.epa.gov/greenbuilding/
EPA Green Building Open in a new browser window
   A gateway to numerous U.S. Environmental Protection Agency webpages on how to improve the environmental performance of buildings, with sections covering energy use, building materials, indoor air quality, water conservation and waste.
   http://www.epa.gov/greenbuilding/
http://www.earthadvantage.org
Earth Advantage Sustainable Building Open in a new browser window
   Program started by Portland (OR) General Electric Company to support sustainable design of residential and commercial projects with consulting services and the Earth Advantage building certification program. Site contains technology reports, links to info
   http://www.earthadvantage.org
http://www.ecobuildfederal.com/
Ecobuild Federal Open in a new browser window
   Annual conference for the federal government and AEC design professionals to provide examples of sustainable architecture.
   http://www.ecobuildfederal.com/
http://www.ecologicalhomeideas.com
Ecological Home Ideas Open in a new browser window
   Publisher of ecoLogical Home Ideas magazine. Links to suppliers, resources, and organizations dealing with sustainable residential architecture and products. Site also has a discussion forum.
   http://www.ecologicalhomeideas.com
http://www.ecostruct.co.uk
Ecostruct Open in a new browser window
   Building company based in South Shropshire, UK promoting the concepts of sustainable development and environmental awareness within the construction industry. Projects include barn conversions and individual houses with emphasis on energy-efficiency and l
   http://www.ecostruct.co.uk
http://elements.bnim.com
Elements Open in a new browser window
   Sustainable Design consulting division of BNIM Architects in Kansas City, MO. Good reading list of books that inspire change.
   http://elements.bnim.com
http://www2.aud.ucla.edu/energy-design-tools/
Energy Design Tools Open in a new browser window
   Software tools to analysis climate, sunlight, and building construction. Includes links to climate data files used by the programs. Developed at UCLA to run on PC compatible computers running DOS 3.1 or higher and Windows 95/98/NT.
   http://www2.aud.ucla.edu/energy-design-tools/
http://www.frameworkcdm.com/home/
Framework Open in a new browser window
   Distinctive modular pre-engineered structures for use as schools, classrooms and sports buildings. Also will design new unique modular buildings.
   http://www.frameworkcdm.com/home/
http://www.furbishco.com/
Furbish Company Open in a new browser window
   Sustainable building and design, including installation of green energy systems, living roofs and walls, solar geothermal HVAC, and strawbale homes. Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
   http://www.furbishco.com/
http://www.greenadvantage.org
Green Advantage Open in a new browser window
   Voluntary training and certification program for construction professionals that is allied with the U. S. Green Building Council. Certification is based on the University of Florida's Build Green & Profit workshop that teaches concepts and techniques
   http://www.greenadvantage.org
http://www.greenconcepts.com
Green Building Concepts Open in a new browser window
   Tools to build a more energy and resource efficient home.
   http://www.greenconcepts.com
http://www.whygreenbuildings.com
Green Building Encyclopedia Open in a new browser window
   Green building design guide with resources on the LEED exam, indoor air quality, water conservation, environmental construction products, straw bale, and energy-star appliances. For homebuilders, architects, engineers, real estate developers.
   http://www.whygreenbuildings.com
http://www.engr.psu.edu/greenbuild/
Green Building at Penn State Open in a new browser window
   A research program in sustainable construction at Penn State University Department of Architectural Engineering. Includes a multi-university program exploring sustainable housing solutions for American Indians.
   http://www.engr.psu.edu/greenbuild/
http://www.greenbuilthome.org/
Green Built Home Open in a new browser window
   Program implemented by the Wisconsion Environmental Initiative that promotes green building by using sustainable building and energy standards to review and certify new homes and remodeling projects. Named Green Building Program of the Year (2006) by the
   http://www.greenbuilthome.org/
http://www.greenhomebuilding.com
Green Home Building Open in a new browser window
   Focuses on sustainable architecture strategies, natural building methods, and examples of vernacular architecture, with lists of books and related web sites. Also information on dealing with building codes when using natural building materials.
   http://www.greenhomebuilding.com
http://www.greenclips.com/
GreenClips Open in a new browser window
   A biweekly email newsletter that contains a summary of news on sustainable building design and related government and business issues. Site contains 13 years of archives.
   http://www.greenclips.com/
http://www.GreenHomeGuide.com
GreenHomeGuide Open in a new browser window
   Reviews and advice for green remodeling and living. Articles, directories of recommended products and green building professionals and retailers.
   http://www.GreenHomeGuide.com
http://www.greenhomenyc.org/
GreenHomeNYC Open in a new browser window
   GreenHomeNYC facilitates the adoption of sustainable building methods and materials by owners of small residential and commercial buildings in New York City. Includes links and listing of local events.
   http://www.greenhomenyc.org/
http://www.hoksustainabledesign.com
HOK Sustainable Design News Open in a new browser window
   News about HOK's sustainable planning, design, and delivery strategies.
   http://www.hoksustainabledesign.com
http://homepage.eircom.net/~greenbuild/
Irish Eco Builders Open in a new browser window
   Photos of strawbale, timber, and thatch projects in Ireland. Also contains many links to thatch, strawbale, and green building sites.
   http://homepage.eircom.net/~greenbuild/
http://www.lisa.au.com
LISA: Life Cycle Analysis In Sustainable Architecture Open in a new browser window
   Providers of a life cycle decision support tool to calculate the environmental impact of a building. Also provides a range of impact attributes.
   http://www.lisa.au.com
http://www.livinghomes.us/
Living Homes Open in a new browser window
   Produces a line of homes featuring modern design and green materials. Shows sample interiors and exteriors.
   http://www.livinghomes.us/
http://mudbuildings.googlepages.com/
Mud Buildings Open in a new browser window
   Description of the process of constructing mud buildings in India.
   http://mudbuildings.googlepages.com/
http://www.natlogic.com/index.html
Natural Logic Open in a new browser window
   Consulting firm that assists companies and communities improve their environmental performance by using ecological models to reduce waste and energy use. E-letter, primer on sustainability, and links to articles and other resources.
   http://www.natlogic.com/index.html
http://www.nrdc.org/cities/default.asp
Natural Resources Defense Council Open in a new browser window
   Articles, links, reports, unpublished research, policy and technical analysis, and Congressional testimony relating to sustainable design and construction.
   http://www.nrdc.org/cities/default.asp
http://www.newtonhouse.info/default.htm
Newton House Open in a new browser window
   Information related to sustainable construction in Queensland Australia. Includes links to related sites in Australia.
   http://www.newtonhouse.info/default.htm
http://noble-home.net
Noble Home Open in a new browser window
   Manufacturer of custom-designed house kits built with sustainable methods and materials.
   http://noble-home.net
http://www.nesea.org/buildings/info/
Northeast Sustainable Energy Assoication: Green Buildings Open in a new browser window
   Regional group promoting responsible energy use through education about green building practices. Publishers of "Northeast Sun". Site also includes information on energy and transportation.
   http://www.nesea.org/buildings/info/
http://oikos.com/library/index.html
Oikos Green Building Library Open in a new browser window
   Articles and selections from books about sustainable design and energy efficiency. Includes a green products directory, classifieds, and bookstore.
   http://oikos.com/library/index.html
http://www.paladinoandco.com/
Paladino Green Building Strategies Open in a new browser window
   Design/development to incorporate green building strategies and sustainable development approaches to create a new kind of building.
   http://www.paladinoandco.com/
http://www.passive-on.org
Passive-On Project Open in a new browser window
   Group developing design guidelines and tools for passive houses for both cooling and heating dominated climates. Focus is on European climates.
   http://www.passive-on.org
http://www.resmodern.com
ResModern Open in a new browser window
   Good overview of sustainable design concepts illustrated by modern design elements.
   http://www.resmodern.com
http://sgnb.com/intro.php
Seven Generations Natural Builders Open in a new browser window
   Group that teaches workshops throughout USA in cob, straw bale, and other natural building methods. Site includes definitions of various methods and list of book and web site resources.
   http://sgnb.com/intro.php
http://www.sustainabilityworks.org.uk/
Sustainability Works Open in a new browser window
   A complete development tool anyone interested in adopting a sustainable approach to housing development and regeneration, including housing associations, local authorities, consultants, contractors and developers.
   http://www.sustainabilityworks.org.uk/
http://www.aloha.net/~laumana/
Sustainable Architecture: Eco Design and Landscaping, Urbanism Open in a new browser window
   An archive of information about sustainable architecture and urbanism collected by Robert D. Hotten, MLA
   http://www.aloha.net/~laumana/
http://www.greenbuilder.com/sourcebook/contents.html
Sustainable Building Sourcebook Contents Open in a new browser window
   A collection of information and sources of materials, assistance, and further research on many aspects of sustainable construction and remodeling.
   http://www.greenbuilder.com/sourcebook/contents.html
http://www.sustainablecondo.com
Sustainable Condo Open in a new browser window
   An educational traveling display to illustrate and promote leading-edge sustainable building design, products, technologies, and systems. Based in Vancouver Canada.
   http://www.sustainablecondo.com
http://www.greenbuilder.com/
Sustainable Sources Open in a new browser window
   Online collections of information on sustainable building, eco travel, and Latin American environmental issues. Keyword searchable.
   http://www.greenbuilder.com/
http://www.sustainingtowers.org
Sustaining: tower blocks Open in a new browser window
   a resource portal for sustainable refurbishment of tower blocks. The project will re-evaluate existing practice in terms of the designs and strategies for refurbishment of tower blocks.
   http://www.sustainingtowers.org
http://www.tenshadesofgreen.org/
Ten Shades of Green Open in a new browser window
   Site for the Ten Shades of Green exhibit organized by the Architectural League of New York. The introduction provides a good definition of what 'green' architecture is and isn't. Includes a list of resources and links.
   http://www.tenshadesofgreen.org/
http://www.leguaan.com
The Green Iguana Open in a new browser window
   The project consists of eight homes which can be rented by consumers, authorities and other organisations, to experience the high standards used to build these bio-ecological houses.
   http://www.leguaan.com
http://www.thenaturalhome.com
The Natural Home Building Source Open in a new browser window
   Sustainable, passive solar, do-it-yourself house plans are featured with interior planterbeds, composting toilets, greywater recycling and septic system products.
   http://www.thenaturalhome.com
http://www.tofteproject.info
The Tofte Project Open in a new browser window
   Interactive tour of the Tofte Project and cabin, and the principles of sustainable architecture that were used in the cabin's design and construction.
   http://www.tofteproject.info
http://www.tironenunes.pt/
Tirone Nunes Open in a new browser window
   Promotes, conceives, and studies the viability of bioclimatic buildings in the housing, office, commercial sectors and sport centers.
   http://www.tironenunes.pt/
http://www.usgbc.org
US Green Building Council Open in a new browser window
   Non-profit organization dedicated to sustainable building design and construction. Developers of the LEED building rating system. Site includes listings of regional chapters.
   http://www.usgbc.org
http://arch.ced.berkeley.edu/vitalsigns/
Vital Signs Project Open in a new browser window
   A curriculum materials development effort to examine a physical building's performance. Includes resource packages available for downloading and case studies.
   http://arch.ced.berkeley.edu/vitalsigns/
http://www.wbdg.org/
Whole Building Design Guide Open in a new browser window
   Web portal for building-related information with a "whole building" focus provided by the National Institute of Building Sciences. Areas include Design Guidance, Project Management, Operations & Maintenance, Mandates & References, and To
   http://www.wbdg.org/
http://www.yourhomeplanet.com
YourHomePlanet Open in a new browser window
   Large directory of environmental building design information resources. Includes a link to a design tool for environmentally sensitive hospitality design.
   http://www.yourhomeplanet.com
http://www.ecospecifier.org/
ecospecifier Open in a new browser window
   A knowledge base of environmentally-preferable materials, products, and technologies.
   http://www.ecospecifier.org/
http://www.igreenbuild.com/
iGreenBuild Open in a new browser window
   Contains articles, on-line bookstore, product and services vendor information, news items, and a sustainable events calendar. E-mail newsletter available with archive copies on the site.
   http://www.igreenbuild.com/

Last Updated: 2007-10-25 15:13:55