Looking for a competitive edge in the green building industry? The experts at Build Intel have a simple suggestion for you – head to your local bookstore and pick up one (or all) of the following new titles in sustainability literature. Check out our list of books every builder should read, and be on the look out for new books to add to your personal green building library in upcoming months.
Confessions of a Radical Industrialist: Ray Anderson knows more than a thing or two about taking an industry dependent on fossil fuels and transforming it into a model for sustainable business everywhere – and guess what – profitability was boosted as a result.
Green School Primer – Lessons in Sustainability: Eight detailed case studies that will leave you wondering why any school would continue with the business as usual attitude. If learning is the priority, re-thinking building design should not be overlooked as a means to achieve it.
Silent Spring: Rachel Carson defines the saying, “ahead of the times.” Her book puts our current environmental issues in perspective – they were an issue over 30 years ago, they are a bigger issue now and are growing exponentially. Sustainability is not a trend – its an issue we have been ignoring for way to long.
Green Building Trends – Europe: Europe is at the forefront at the green building revolution, so it makes total sense that this American author headed across the pond to interview some of the the continent’s most brilliant innovators in an attempt to paint a picture of the future for America’s builders. If you can keep up with Europe, you are a leader in the US building industry.
Green Recovery: Economic recovery and the green economy go hand in hand - one will be lost without the other. Andrew Winston paints a powerful picture of what business should look like if it’s going to have a sustainable future and connect innovation and productivity directly with environmental responsibility. If you want to be relevant in 10 years, read this book now.
Green building is a constantly evolving industry, so knowledge of the latest trends and innovations is a key factor in maximizing your business potential.
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