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Sustainability

CaGBC says LEED projects in Canada have surpassed 1 billion square feet


CaGBC launches call for Canadian projects for Zero Carbon Buildings Initiative


Library and Classroom Building at Langara College in Vancouver by Teeple Architects (Regional Awards, 2005, Acknowledgement Prize). Photo: Shai Gil

LafargeHolcim Awards for Sustainable Construction open for submissions until March 21


CEO of solar tech company comments on new roof tiles by Tesla and SolarCity


CaGBC commends Pan-Canadian Framework for recognition of building sector


For the State Street Financial Centre, Quadrangle Architects performed a deep retrofit of a 1950s office building, including a replacement of the exterior skin and HVAC systems. Photo by Renda Liu/A-Frame Inc.

The Heat is On

Improving energy efficiency in new and existing buildings is essential in Canada's efforts to counter the effects of climate change—and it could be a now-or-never proposition.

Photo courtesy of Dennis Jarvis, FlickR, Creative Commons. https://flic.kr/p/5mFADJ

Eleven organizations submit letter to Canadian government on climate change


Montreal showroom. Photo courtesy of Teknion.

Teknion showrooms receive LEED Platinum Certification


Centennial College - Ashtonbee Campus. Photo courtesy of Ontario Library Association

Five recipients of 2016 OLA New Library Building Award announced


Image courtesy of Metsä Wood

City Above the City: An international wood design competition