Microsoft Campus Set to Use Geothermal Energy to Heat/Cool Millions of Sq Ft. of Office Space
The closed-loop geothermal heating and cooling system sends either cool or warm water to exchange energy with the deep earth
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New Sustainable Florida Homes Survived Hurricane-as Nearby Homes Were Devastated-and Never Lost Power
A third-party efficiency rating agency named Hunter's Point the first net-zero, single family, modern housing development on Earth.
Contractor's 'Roof Goof' Becomes Unexpected Blessing for Oklahoma Couple
The construction company owner called up the couple had 'had to be honest' before explaining how he'd set things right.
Family of Fallen Soldier Given Keys to New Home Built by Volunteers in N. Carolina-WATCH
Volunteers from Garman Homes organized to build the house, but all kinds of local and national businesses donated components.
First Fully-Electric MLS Soccer Stadium Being Built in New York City Could Transform the Whole Neighborhood
Willets Point stadium would be totally electric, partly run on green energy, and built with materials that conserve water and reduce waste.
Crane Operator is Hero for Saving Man From Top of Burning Skyscraper After Seeing Him Wave His Coat (VIDEO)
While admitting it "has not been your average day at work," the operator played down the Hollywood-like rescue.
All 41 Workers Rescued From Collapsed Tunnel in India Himalayas After 17 Days Trapped
Like the Chilean miners, or the Thai cavers, there's something about workmen trapped underground that captures the world's attention
Barcelona Church Under Construction for 141 Years Finally Gets its 4 Towers-Named Matthew, Mark, Luke, John
Now only the tower of Jesus remains unfinished, and when the scaffolding is finally pulled down it will be the tallest cathedral in Europe.
When Builders in Maui Constructed Tiny Homes for Man's Family, it Grew into Crowdfunded Rehousing Project
Fincher lost everything in the fires, but within four days, builder Juan Ricci was ordering materials to build his family build a tiny home.
On 95th Birthday, Jimmy Carter is Still Proving Age is No Obstacle as He Builds Homes for Humanity
Not only is the 39th US president now the oldest in history, he is also celebrating his 95th birthday by building houses for those in need.
Rather Than End Up in a Landfill, Non-Recyclable Glass May Soon Be a Cheaper New Ingredient in Concrete
Researchers have found a way to turn "glass that was unsuitable for recycling" into an inexpensive new basis for concrete.
Despite Being Homeless and Illiterate as a Teen, Man Now Makes Thousands Creating 'Backyard Beaches'
These breathtaking backyard paradises are designed by a construction worker who has overcome enormous challenges to be able to do what he loves.
Nation's First 'Hempwood' Factory Could Be Sustainable Lifesaver for Endangered Oak Trees in the US
This new factory in Kentucky is the first facility in the United States to begin making "wood" out of hemp - and the material is 20% stronger than oak.
Man Helps Amputee Up the Stairs, Then Returns to Build Ramp
This man didn't just carry a total stranger up some stairs – he returned the next day to build them a whole new wheelchair ramp.
Craftsman Donates Tools (and Himself) to New Tool-Lending Library
Dave Merry had no problem donating his expertise – and his massive tool collection – to the St. Paul Tool Library in honor of shared craftsmanship.
Women Break Stereotypes By Building Their Own Tiny Houses
Construction might usually be a male-dominated career field, but these women don't think so.
UK's Oldest Factory Forged the Liberty Bell and Big Ben-Now People Are Rallying to Keep a Hotel Out
The 450-year old Whitechapel Bell Foundry in London is threatened with being turned into a boutique hotel - the community fights back.
Hemp is Already Being Used in Walls and Insulation as a Game-Changer in Construction Industry
"Hempcrete," made from the woody core of hemp, is showing promise as an environmentally friendly building material.
After Illegally Bulldozing Historic London Pub, Developers Were Ordered to Rebuild it 'Brick by Brick'
A local boozer in West London was ordered rebuilt "brick by brick" after developers illegally demolished a section of its wall
Saudi Arabia is Building a Zero-Carbon City With No Cars or Pollution: 'A new era of civilization'
In the NEOM Business Hub, Saudi Arabia has announced the start of construction on The Line, a zero carbon tech-driven city of the future.
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