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Ecotourism Rising: Transforming Travel and Boosting Sustainability

What if your next vacation could help rebuild a coral reef or restore a forest? For many travelers, that’s not just a dream, it’s the goal. Ecotourism was once a niche market, but it is booming as travelers increasingly prioritize environmental...

Building Life Cycle Assessments: The Key to Sustainable, Profitable Projects

When you walk into a new building, it’s easy to notice the surface details: gleaming floors, stylish fixtures, and efficient appliances. What’s less obvious is the “behind-the-scenes” journey that helped shape that building in the first place. From...

Emerald Gives 2025: A Catalyst for Sustainable, Nonprofit Leadership

With over $500 billion flowing into U.S. charities annually, the potential for transformative impact is immense. Yet, writing a check often merely scratches the surface of what communities really need. That’s why partnerships between businesses and...

Discover Fitwel: Creating Health-Forward Spaces

Are you the person who walks on the treadmill during video calls? Or maybe who stands up mid-call when your health monitor reminds you to go for a walk? A gym in the office building or apartment complex are amenities of the past: they only check one...

LEED v5 Unpacked: Key Certification Changes for Buildings and Interiors

Sustainability in building design isn’t just about energy efficiency or reducing waste — it’s about creating spaces that work smarter, last longer, and support both people and the planet. That’s where LEED BD+C (Building Design and Construction) and

EU and State Laws: A Ripple Effect on U.S. Sustainability

In many areas, America is recognized as a leader and innovator, yet sustainability remains an exception — particularly in the realm of regulatory frameworks and standards that govern reporting, compliance, and best practices. For decades, the ...

All About SITES: Creating Sustainable, Resilient Spaces

We often pass through plazas, parks, and tree-lined walkways without noticing the planning that makes these places feel so welcoming. It's the thoughtful design and sustainability practices behind these spaces that set the stage for such...

Greenbuild 2024 Wrap-Up: Key Points for Sustainability Success

Another Greenbuild Conference has come and gone, leaving us inspired and energized for the future of sustainability. This November 2024, our team—Abby McDonald, Sophia Hestad, and Savannah Thornburgh—attended the event to explore cutting-edge...

Inside LEED: A Video Walkthrough of a Certified Sustainable Building

Owning or running a building comes with a laundry list of responsibilities, from managing costs to keeping your team happy and productive. So, what if you could check a few big items off that list with one smart move? That’s where LEED certification