Leadership in Healthier Materials
News & Resources
News, insights, and resources for healthier materials in the built environment.
Recent Posts
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Anchors in the Work: Mentorship, Growth, and Human-Centered Leadership in the AEC Industry
Matt Root reflects on the mentors and lessons that shaped his AEC career, and what they mean as he watches his kids begin their own paths.
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The Spreadsheet You Thought You Knew
Discover sustainability in context by turning siloed data into actionable insights to drive smarter, faster, and greener project decisions.
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Reducing Embodied Carbon in New Construction or Renovation
Early design choices shape embodied carbon in both new construction and renovations. Learn how size, structure, and analysis guide better outcomes.
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Flame Retardants: A Cautionary Tale
From couches to construction materials, flame retardants affect human health. Understand the risks—and how better product choices reduce exposure.
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Building with Healthier Materials: It’s Not Just Concrete and Gypsum Board
Specifying healthier materials is only the start. Learn how coordination, submittals, and post-project documentation drive real, repeatable results.
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ECON 101: Healthier Materials Edition
Learn how market demand, project decisions, and advocacy drive better building products and reduce harmful chemicals—policy alone isn’t enough.
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A Letter to the Design Community: How Do We Commit to Using Better Materials?
It’s time for new beginnings. Let’s talk about our work — and I mean all of us — in achieving better building products for people and the planet. With the AIA’s recently…
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Buildings Are Easy; People Are Hard: Reflections on Living Future 2024
Storytelling is the bridge that connects minds and hearts, fostering a deep understanding and empathy. When we share stories about our projects—the successes and the challenges—we don’t merely…
