Roof hatches are a common building component that are used to access the roof for maintenance purposes, such as air treatment systems, air conditioning...

By Mark Busch Diesel is an organic compound, and, like a slice of bread, it can go moldy. Mold, a form of fungus, yeasts and...

In an era when environmental consciousness is paramount, the lubricants industry is emerging as an unexpected champion of sustainability. Contrary to popular belief, lubricants...

Over the past few years, water has been recognized as one of the main causes of damage and insurance payouts on construction sites and...

Before selecting a contractor and breaking ground for a new structure, it is important for an environmental professional to conduct a Phase I Environmental...

I remember getting a call one day from my safety director who was working with our crew in Texas. His exact words to me were,...

The tornadoes that tragically ravaged the southern U.S. recently underscore the reality that natural disasters can strike at any moment. Ongoing construction projects are...

The building industry and the green movement are, by this point, fairly well acquainted, and undoubtedly, there are real benefits attainable for builders who...

The 33-story LEED Platinum-certified Tower at PNC Plaza has been touted as the “world’s greenest office tower” and stands as the showpiece of PNC’s...

With more than 20 million miles of buried infrastructure in the United States and more being added every day, it has never been more...