Building Sciences

Offers design ideas and tools for reducing the carbon burden of buildings and infrastructure.

The Building Research Establishment Energy Assessment Manual (BREEAM) is the rating system used largely in Europe to assess the design, construction, and operation of sustainable buildings.

This certification system for buildings that promote health was devised by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the General Services Administration (GSA).

Provides a framework for buildings that promote human and community health.

Provides information on passive building, materials, standards, and certification. Includes access to a free version of its WUFI® Passive Modeling software.

USGBC is a non-profit organization committed to a sustainable future through cost-efficient and energy-saving green buildings. They oversee LEED, a certification system for implementing measurable green building design & construction.

The WGBC is a global network of Green Building Councils in around 70 countries that are dedicated to reducing the carbon load of buildings through sustainable design.

These free publications provide a sensible approach to easily achieve advanced levels of energy savings without having to resort to detailed calculations or analysis.

Seeks to accelerate the adoption of energy efficiency best practices by building professionals working in the commercial real estate field.

LEED certification news, green building products, and best practices for sustainable design and construction.

Certification system focused on energy consuming products.

This Mass. School Building Authority offers information on funding and constructing sustainable school buildings in the Commonwealth.

Resources for improving the energy performance of commercial buildings.

This video describes the various elements of a Powerhouse Paris Proof structure that produces more energy than it consumes in accordance with the Paris Climate Accords.

Comprehensive series of manufacturer's catalogs offering product overviews,specs and other information for selecting, comparing and specifying building products.

Resources for successfully building and selling zero-energy ready homes in today's market.

A guide to green building, building types, design principles, and funding opportunities.

Current information on a wide range of building-related guidance, criteria and technology from a 'whole buildings' perspective.