The Midwest: A heartland with a heart for sustainability

Founder and chairman Bob Fincher used part of his summer vacation to tour Midwest companies that are championing the integration of green technologies and tactics into our homes and other buildings. Here's what he found.

Push to combat high energy bills helping boost residential insulation market

Research expects market value to surpass $36 billion by 2024

McDonald's new headquarters gives the environment a break

The ground floor is home to a one-of-a-kind McDonald’s restaurant that features a rotating menu of favorites from around the globe.

Video | Indoor living wall livens up coffee café

The green wall is living artwork that attracts and engages customers as they enjoy their coffee in the café’s upper-level seating area.

Harvard's student center undergoes LEED renovation

The project was designed to create a campus center that builds community with an emphasis on connectivity, transparency, and engagement with Harvard Square.

Solar panels make Belize resort homes carbon neutral

With more than 85 percent of villas sold, this additional development offers more options for eco-friendly waterfront living.

'Wonkavator' no longer movie magic

thyssenkrupp's MULTI elevator system helps buildings overcome challenges of global urbanization, improve efficiency

Haier advances take IAQ to higher level

Self-cleaning technology, automation remove contaminants, extend life of HVAC units

New solution uses fresh air to boost IAQ

FreshAire PTAC focuses on multifamily, lodging, commercial spaces

Smart thermostat makes comfort personal

Lux's Kono technology automatically adjusts for optimal comfort, savings

Climate Control systems offer efficiencies for residential, commercial applications

Solution design focuses on positive up-front, back-end financial impact

Wind-Free solution brings added comfort, efficiency to HVAC market

Samsung anticipates technology to be game-changer

Solution's infrared sensors detect body heat, activity to spur HVAC efficiency

Technology gives HVAC units 'mind of its own'

Demand, research drive ERV, HRV development

Improving efficiency, occupant comfort key as building envelopes tighten

'Smart scrubber' provides innovative way to clean air, boost IAQ

Solution reduces load reduction, spurs energy savings