The Green Building Top 5 - May 20, 2015

Evidence Apple is Producing an Electric Car

This week, the Cupertino company reportedly will settle a lawsuit brought against it by A123 Systems — a large-battery company that alleges Apple deliberately poached its employees to develop its own car battery technology. Read Full Article

Tapping the Hidden Benefits of Green Buildings

The building sector is rapidly becoming more energy efficient in response to legislation and corporate demands for better performing offices. However, while improvements such as better insulation, double glazing, and more efficient boilers have long been shown to generate savings for the companies and homeowners who install them, the 'softer benefits' tend to be overlooked. Read Full Article

Are Your Sustainable Credentials Tied To Your Work?

Business models that have been in place for a long time are changing. For-profit businesses are tackling social and environmental issues, charities are developing sustainable business models, and governments are forging market-based solutions for the delivery of services. Read Full Article

The Green System That Transformed the Construction Industry

The last year has ushered in a number of encouraging developments that are increasing the flow of capital toward more sustainable business models — a trend with interesting implications for corporate sustainability executives, chief financial officers and investor relations teams alike. Read Full Article

LG Presents Enhanced Energy-Efficient HVAC Solutions For Architects, Design Professionals

ATLANTA, May 14, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics USA, a featured exhibitor at the American Institute of Architects' AIA Expo 2015, is showing architects and engineers how they can use LG air conditioning systems with variable refrigerant flow (VRF) technology to help exceed energy management goals and meet objectives for LEED certified projects, while delivering precise occupant comfort without sacrificing aesthetics. Read Full Article