In Genesis 6:11-9:19, God tips off Noah with the famous forecast of 40 days and nights of rain, but ever since then, we’ve been pretty much on our own when it comes to dealing with earthquakes, hurricanes and floods.

Philadelphia airport used 100,000 cu yd of a lightweight material that recycles glass bottles.

Startups and more established suppliers of products that reduce the carbon footprint of concrete are developing systems to make the product more sustainable. Some are even seeking ways to produce the material and its ingredient, Portland cement, without the carbon-intensive process that's been required since it was first used.

The CHIPS and Science Act aims to bolster U.S. leadership in innovation and technology. For some Top 100 sustainable design firms like Flad Architects, it’s an opportunity to expand into science and technology markets.

The International Code Council released a draft of its 2024 International Energy Conservation Code for commercial buildings Sept. 6, with public comment through Oct. 31.