The plant, which produces energy-efficient insulation products, was built with the goal of achieving LEED Platinum status.

GAF EnergyGuard NH Polyiso offers excellent thermal value and is free of potentially hazardous flame retardant chemicals, making it better for the environment.

Mycocycle is proposing a unique solution that uses mushrooms to break down toxic chemicals in roofing materials and potentially create low-emission byproducts.

Josh White of Hoosier Contractors explains why contractors need to start making a difference to help our planet and the homes we live in.

If enough roof builders are willing to incorporate switchgrass or other plants into their projects, and if biofuel producers get on board, everyone can benefit.

The U.S. Green Build Council has unveiled LEED Positive, a strategy that will help roofing contractors and others in the construction industry to create buildings that can regenerate the environment.

The Oakland, Calif.-based health care company, Kaiser Permanente, recently commissioned HMC Architects to design a medical office facility that would meet the demanding standards for LEED Platinum certification.