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Tapping Renewables at the Right Time in the Decarbonization Process
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Approaches start with basic maintenance and extend to tax credits.
Transit-Oriented Housing Fills a Need in the Boston Region
Tuesday, March 22, 2022
A new development will provide easy access to commuter rail.
Repurposed Shipping Containers Offer Unique Advantages for the Right Projects
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Flexibility, affordability and durability are among the factors behind their growing use.
Exploration of LEED Design Approaches for Warehouse and Distribution Centers
Monday, December 1, 2008
The research examined sustainable design practices particular to warehouse and distribution centers and offered recommendations organized around the LEED Core and Shell approach that could readily be
The Catalyst Building: Sparking an Eco-District Neighborhood
Monday, March 22, 2021
The South Landing project in Spokane, Washington, demonstrates how properties can benefit from shared energy infrastructure.
NAIOP Selects Vulcan Real Estate as North American Developer of the Year
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
NAIOP, the Commercial Real Estate Development Association, has selected Seattle-based Vulcan Real Estate as its 2025 Developer of the Year – the association’s highest honor. The award
Reverse Logistics Strategies for the Post-pandemic Supply Chain: Spaces and Places to Recapture Value
Thursday, September 19, 2024
The NAIOP Research Foundation commissioned this report to provide insight into best practices in reverse logistics supply chain design and the implications for facility location and design. The
Reaching for a New Standard in Industrial Warehouse Design
Friday, September 13, 2024
REI Co-op’s distribution center in Tennessee places equal priority on logistics, environmental stewardship and employee well-being.
Rubberized Roads, Sustainable Concrete and Smart Bridges
Researchers are exploring new materials and smart sensors, paving the way to better transportation infrastructure.All-Electric Buildings are Powering Up
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Tenant demand, along with newer building codes, are energizing this construction trend.
When Wellness Meets Commercial Real Estate
Friday, December 20, 2019
New research indicates a healthier indoor environment can help attract and retain employees — and make properties more attractive to investors.
Cradle to Cradle: Understanding Whole Life Carbon
Monday, December 20, 2021
Complex calculations go into determining the environmental impact of construction.
Construction Sites Build a Circular Economy
Tuesday, March 22, 2022
Zero-waste efforts attract greater attention, including a new certification program.
Building Resilience: How Commercial Developers Can Adapt to Climate Risk
Friday, May 30, 2025
Property owners and developers are looking for effective strategies to future-proof their investments.
Commercial Rooftop Solar: Tackling America’s Energy Crisis
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Some property owners are exploring a new revenue stream by generating energy for the grid.
The Distillery North: Passive House Apartments in South Boston
Wednesday, June 6, 2018
The largest Passive House project in Massachusetts offers lessons for developers seeking to reduce energy use and operating costs.
Enabling Resilient Real Estate Through Microgrids and Distributed Energy
Thursday, May 23, 2024
The business case for microgrids is growing stronger.
Come Rain or Come Shine: Rainscreens
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Rainscreen systems can be an aesthetically pleasing and environmentally friendly choice.
The Holy Grail of Warehouse Design: Speed to Market and Energy Efficiency
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
PEMBs can save time and money for the right projects.
Measuring the Impact of Smart Building Technology Investments
Monday, March 22, 2021
A new ratings system quantifies how effective they are across several important criteria.