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American Cement Association to host 4th annual Virtual Sustainability Summit
Event to include discussions on CCUS, AI applications and impacts, and more. The American Cement Association, the national association representing U.S. cement manufacturers since 1916, is pleased to announce the dates and agenda for its fourth annual 2026 Virtual Sustainability Summit. The online event will be held August 25-27, 2026, beginning ...
Irrigation Association highlights industry voices and practical tools for Smart Irrigation Month 2026
The campaign continues to focus on equipping professionals with tools they can adapt for their own audiences. The Irrigation Association will recognize July as Smart Irrigation Month, its annual initiative to promote efficient irrigation practices and help industry professionals share that message with customers and communities. The 2026 campaign pairs ready-to-use ...
Equip Exposition announces an expanded hands-on tree care arena in 2026
Celebrate National Arbor Day: Get inspired to grow tree care services. In honor of National Arbor Day on April 24, award-winning trade show Equip Exposition announces the expanded Tree Care Arena in Freedom Hall at the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC) during this year’s show held October 20 to 23 in Louisville. This ...
Creating an outdoor oasis with ICFs
By Emma Peterson. Dive into the world of Insulated Concrete Forms and pools with these four incredible projects. Nudura Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) are great construction materials for building the frame of a pool due to their superior insulation capabilities and incredible durability, improving energy efficiency and overall pool ...
Choosing the right adhesive for outdoor performance
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how green strength, weather resistance and handling properties determine the success and profitability of outdoor installations. Outdoor installations take place in an environment that is fundamentally different from controlled indoor settings. Temperature fluctuations, wind, moisture and sudden weather shifts create constant movement and stress at the ...
Brava and Aspire Pavers to showcase latest sustainable innovations at Greenbuild 2025
At Booth #812, advancements in synthetic roofing and pavers will be highlighted. Brava Roof Tile and Aspire Pavers will be showcasing their sustainable and innovative composite products at the 2025 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, taking place from November 4-6 in Los Angeles. The brands will be exhibiting at booth #812, ...
Building beyond storage: Contemporary sheds
By Emma Peterson. Three key tips for building functional and beautiful backyard sheds. A backyard shed is a great way to expand the usable space on a property, no matter the weather in the area. The space within a shed can truly be whatever your customer dreams up, whether that’s ...
U.S. cities going green: 2025’s Most Sustainable Cities
To rank the nation’s greenest cities, we compared the 500 largest U.S. cities using 47 eco-conscious metrics. From solar panel rebates to green buildings and composting programs, which U.S. cities are leading the nation for Earth-friendly initiatives and sustainable urban development? To mark the 2025 Net Zero Conference on October 1, LawnStarter ...
The intersection of resiliency and sustainability
By Emma Peterson. Explore the overlap between resilient design and sustainable construction with Alan Scott of Intertek. In a new episode of the Contractor Outlook Newscast, Heidi J. Ellsworth got the chance to chat with Alan Scott, the director of sustainability at Intertek. Alan’s career began as an architect and ...
Demand for green outdoor solutions drives solar landscape lighting market
Rising demand for eco-friendly, cost-effective and off-grid lighting is set to boost the global solar landscape lighting market in the coming years. According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, "Solar landscape lighting market by product type: global opportunity analysis and industry forecast, 2023–2032, "The solar landscape lighting ...
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