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Be Bold: How Manufacturers Can Leverage LEED v4.1 Sourcing of Raw Materials Credit

Posted by Elixir Environmentalon June 13, 2022June 13, 2022Leave a comment

Construction and demolition (C&D) materials constitute a significant waste stream in the United States. These various C&D materials can be diverted from disposal and managed into new productive uses. Data from the EPA report notes that 600 million tons of…

A Year In Review: Health Product Declarations (HPDs) In 2021

Posted by Elixir Environmentalon December 27, 2021January 14, 2022Leave a comment

Despite a pandemic, supply chain issues, project delays, and a rocky economy, 2021 resulted in many successes for the AEC industry. Sustainable design projects including LEED and WELL certified buildings continue to expand across the country. According to the AIA’s…