News — Sustainable Building Materials

Specify Sustainable Building Materials with NBS Chorus The NSW and federal governments will invest up to $2 billion over 10 years to reduce emissions in New South Wales—making it the most comprehensive, fully-funded plan in Australia. The production and use of construction materials is responsible for 10 per cent of the state's total annual emissions. Given the manufacturing of traditional steel, concrete and aluminium produce high levels of carbon dioxide, cutting these levels is a priority in the state government’s plan to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. And when it comes to innovative technologies NBS Chorus is at the forefront as the...

Six Sustainable Building Materials to Look for in 2021 As contractors begin to plan future projects, be on the lookout for these seven sustainable building materials in 2021 and beyond With society becoming increasingly environmentally conscious, more and more project owners are looking for sustainable building materials to include in their properties. Not only do eco-friendly buildings substantially increase the resale value of a property in a forward-thinking market, but they can help save on utility and maintenance costs as well. As contractors begin to plan future projects, be on the lookout for these six sustainable building materials in 2021...