Sustainability Science

“Established in 2001, GreenHomeBuilding.com is primarily a labor of love. Kelly [Hart], and the GreenHomeBuilding team of experts, have answered thousands of questions for readers over the years, and [they] continue to publish up-to-date information about increasingly important sustainable architecture.” The site offers a wide range of information about sustainable architecture and natural building.

“Human Environmental Sciences Extension promotes optimal well-being of individuals, families and communities, with special recognition for the needs of vulnerable populations.” This site provides links concerning green architecture and sustainable living.

“This newsletter is intended to promote environmentally conscious design, taking into account construction methods and materials, with particular emphasis on locally available materials and the efficient use of resources, including heating, cooling, power, water, and waste.”

“The Massachusetts Technology Collaborative is the state’s development agency for renewable energy and the innovation economy, which is responsible for one-quarter of all jobs in the state. MTC administers the John Adams Innovation Institute and the Renewable Energy Trust. [It] work[s] to stimulate economic activity in communities throughout the Commonwealth.”

“SustainableABC.com is a web site devoted to exploring the relationship between ecology and sustainability, and how we can apply these values to our daily lives. It is our goal to nourish and strengthen ecologically oriented design, construction and lifestyle choices.”

“The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a 501 c3 non-profit organization committed to expanding sustainable building practices. USGBC is composed of more than 19,500 organizations from across the building industry that are working to advance structures that are environmentally responsible, profitable, and healthy places to live and work. Members includes building owners and end-users, real estate developers, facility managers, architects, designers, engineers, general contractors, subcontr