Green Scene Blog

Everyone, or almost everyone, wants to be “green” these days. And there has been an explosion of green products and services in the last few years. BNP Plumbing Group editors share their observations of the greening of the construction industry, as well as the world at large.

The importance of plumbing in the mining construction industry

Damien Troy

April 28, 2017

When it comes to mining construction, it is important to remember that water is an essential part in not only the removal of unwanted water through draining, but also in distributing water to other areas where it is most needed.

Why plumbing matters to health, safety, water sustainability and more

Celebrating World Plumbing Day, March 11.

Plumbing Manufacturers International

March 4, 2015

In celebration of World Plumbing Day, March 11, Plumbing Manufacturers International developed 10 reasons why plumbing matters.

Top 10 green building processes for 2014

Trends from Greenbuild 2013.

Andrea Vollf

March 5, 2014

LEEDv4, less greenwashing, higher standards in plumbing and heating, and more building automation are trends to look for this year.

Greenbuild 2013 - Day 2

Day two of Greenbuild was when the stars came out to shine.

John McNally

November 22, 2013

Day two of Greenbuild was when the stars came out to shine.

Greenbuild 2013 - Day 1

John McNally

November 21, 2013

It was quite the scene at 9 a.m.Wednesday morning.

Green plumbing practices for World Plumbing Day

Employing green practices not only strengthens the communities in which you work but increases the value of your business in the eyes of potential clients.

Leo Borton

March 11, 2013

In honor of World Plumbing Day — today, March 11 — green building practices and LEED certification guidelines are in the limelight. In order to exist in this world in a way that benefits our local and national communities and conserves water, our most valuable resource, clean and sustainable plumbing practices are essential.

Tips To Reduce Holiday Waste

Kelly Faloon

December 1, 2011

You can get your family involved at home, and your coworkers involved at the office.

Kelly Faloon

November 15, 2010

If you’re a woman in the construction trades, invest the time to hone your green building skills. And if you’re a woman looking for a career change, don’t overlook the construction trades; the green building movement could change your life.

Kelly Faloon

September 10, 2010

If your company installs solar thermal systems, get involved in a local or state tour.

Kelly Faloon

June 15, 2010

[Update, 8/18/10: The Home Star Energy Retrofit bill has been included in the Clean Energy Jobs and Oil Company Accountability Bill of 2010 (S. 3663), now pending in the Senate.]

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The importance of plumbing in the mining construction industry

Why plumbing matters to health, safety, water sustainability and more

Top 10 green building processes for 2014

Greenbuild 2013 - Day 2

Greenbuild 2013 - Day 1

Green plumbing practices for World Plumbing Day

Tips To Reduce Holiday Waste

Green Construction & Energy-Efficiency Jobs - For Women

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