Sublime Systems Pauses Holyoke Factory, Cuts Workforce
One of the most-hyped green building companies in Massachusetts is calling a halt to its plans for its first commercial-scale plant after losing a key grant.
How to Talk to Building Owners About Embodied Carbon
Recent municipal regulations mean designers face an urgent need to translate these rules’ implications for building owners and developers.
Mass. Green Cement Startup Lands Contract that Could Unlock ‘Megaton’ Factory
Sublime Systems’ prototype cement factory in Holyoke is still under construction, but already it’s landed a contract that could unlock a huge new “megaton-scale” plant.
Top Mass. Politicians Turn Out to Praise Sublime Systems, WS Seaport Tower
One phrase was uttered over and over again Tuesday morning by the movers and shakers of Beacon Hill and D.C.: Who knew concrete was so exciting?
Concrete Getting Pulled into Beacon Hill’s Carbon Battle
As lawmakers look at regulating building and infrastructure materials in pursuit of the state’s emission reduction goals, the concrete industry wants to been seen as a partner, not a foe, in the effort to make Massachusetts greener.
Policymakers Set Sights on Construction Carbon
Since New York last month became the first state in the nation to limit concrete in state-funded building and transportation projects, some on Beacon Hill think it’s time for Massachusetts to take on “embodied carbon” initiatives.
Regulators Eye ‘Embodied Carbon’ in New Buildings
Is another sustainability regulation coming down the line for Boston developers? Traditional commercial building materials such as steel and concrete are drawing scrutiny from regulators as a potential contributor to the building sector’s carbon footprint.
Lawmakers Say Buildings’ ‘Embodied Carbon’ Escapes Oversight
As Massachusetts moves toward its 2050 deadline to reach net-zero carbon emissions, climate activists had lawmakers’ attention on Wednesday, proposing a new idea to reduce an unlikely source of carbon in the state.
Boston Company Gets $120M Boost to Make ‘Green Steel’
The manufacture of “green steel” moved one step closer to reality Friday as Massachusetts-based Boston Metal announced a $120 million investment from the world’s second-largest steelmaker, ArcelorMittal.
Flipping the Sustainability Switch in Construction
Newton-based Chapman Construction is leading by example in setting a goal of shrinking its own carbon footprint under an initiative being led by John Hyde.
Digging Deep for Green Design Solutions
As sustainability coordinator for Elkus Manfredi Architects, the problems created by the looming threat of climate change wash up at Kristen Fritsch’s feet every day.
Why Adaptive Projects Make Financial and Environmental Sense
To reach carbon neutrality, both new and existing buildings must address operational and embodied carbon. Existing buildings represent a prime opportunity by prolonging the life of used materials and creating a venue to cut operational emissions.
